The Companion Dog Program
In addition to the foundation your pup would learn in the house dog program, this program takes your pup to the next level. More time with us means more repetitions. More repetitions means better retention. This means your pup will be solid around distractions, not just in a controlled environment.
What Your Dog Will Learn During The Companion Dog Program
WEEK ONE YOUR DOG WILL LEARN THE HOUSE DOGS SKILLS!
- Manners: No Jumping, No leash pulling, Respecting thresholds, How to behave in the kennel, Ignoring distractions.
- Basic Commands: Sit, Down, Place, Heel, Recall.
- Loose Leash Walking - No pulling on walks and increased focus.
- Proper greeting of dogs and people.
THE SECOND WEEK YOUR DOG WILL LEARN:
- Impulse control: Ignoring its environment, while under distractions.
- Basic Commands Sit, Down, Place, Recall, with elevated distractions for duration.
- Outings: We will take your pup on outings to proof skills, in real life scenarios
- Off Leash Freedom: With a little work at home, you’ll have a pup that you can enjoy Off Leash
THE LONGER YOUR PUP IS WITH US, THE BETTER THEY ARE FOR YOU, IMMEDIATELY!
Training is guaranteed for the life of the dog. We offer free unlimited follow up sessions for dogs that complete any of our adult drop off and board and train programs.
Or consider other programs…
Regardless of the program you choose, you will see results. I recommend you look at your goals, look at the amount of time you have to spend with your pup, and start there. You dog will be better with any program you choose.
What Others Say
West Tn K9 in Memphis is hands down the best training program for your dog. We sent our 7 month old lab to them for the 3 week board and train program and she came back the most amazing behaved dog, she respects doorways and thresholds, she is able to remain in place when asked, no more leash pulling, no more rushing her kennel door. SHE IS AMAZING thanks to their hard work. Everyday they sent report cards with images of her and we could keep up with her progress. Also when we went to pick her up we were trained on how to give her the commands and use her training! Additionally their facility is soooooo clean! It was immaculate when we were there! AMAZING WEST TN!
Sarah Clark
19:12 21 Feb 23
To start things off, wow! My dog recently came back from the 3 week training program. He is a whole new animal! From jumping up, pulling, nipping, to absolutely none of that. He follows my commands to a T. Absolutely incredible transformation, my mind is blown!
Maksim Mazor
21:44 20 Feb 23
Very friendly and qualified staff. My first puppy has been a handful and I couldn’t imagine rearing her without the help of West TN K9’s excellent guidance and education.
David Barnes
17:05 07 Jan 23
You guys did an awesome job helping us to better understand Oliver and learning how to get his behavior under control. Because of you guys we now get to enjoy our time with him. He goes everywhere with us now, we were able to enjoy our vacation and include him too. He does amazing at restaurants, stores and we get to enjoy our walks with him now. He loved going to training and he loves the staff, especially Davie!!! Thanks again for all you guys do.
Genna McAlpin
18:02 15 Oct 22
So I have had my fair share of pups in my life and I’ve trained most of them on my own from learning techniques I was taught with my first German Shepherd. That being said I have a “pandemic GSD” who got mouthy with company, never bit just mouthed and barked. I also had a brand new puppy who I wanted as my service dog. The pandemic baby went through a 5 day drop off service and we have had zero issues with friends coming in the house.The service pup, I honestly just didn’t have the consistency to devote to just him (we have 6) so after some personal one on one training he went for a ten day drop off. He is the smartest most well behaved pup and has been a great service to me. I can not recommend West Tennessee K9 enough!!! I have told friends and complete strangers about them and the work that they do. My two and I miss going to training with them!
J Serpe
21:37 12 Oct 22
We can’t say enough good things about West TN! We started our jack at 8 weeks with in home sessions with them.. and when Jack was diagnosed with epilepsy at 15 weeks and formed a bit of fear aggression due to endless drs apts, West TN helped us navigate the training and get Jack back to feeling confident!
Jack loves Terry, Taylor & the whole crew! We would be so lost without them ❤️😊 thank you for truly caring about the pups!
Jack loves Terry, Taylor & the whole crew! We would be so lost without them ❤️😊 thank you for truly caring about the pups!
Celeste Bernard
00:42 28 Sep 22
Go home session was fantastic. Trainer (I'm bad w names) was patient with me and my children (mostly me) and gave us plenty of space to ask questions and voice concerns. I'm not confident in my abilities but I felt like they laid a firm foundation for me and my pup. Sitting at home now looking at my "crazy" terrier lying calmly in "place" couldn't be happier.
Phill Kaltreider
23:22 08 Sep 22
I signed up for the Shadow Program so I got to see the entire staff working at the facility in addition to going on daily outings with the trainers.This place is organize, clean, structured (for the dogs), and well ran. More importantly they generally care about the animals and the owners. Talking to the owner through out the week (Terry) his entire goal is to make the lives of his client better with their pets.In the full week I was there I got to see 30 dogs. The dogs rotated between the trainers, and are trained with the same methods by all. The dogs are trained, fed, watered, receive playtime, and potty breaks on a regular basis.West TN k9 sets the bar high. It’s a place I would fully trust to send my own pets.
Alan Shade
04:04 08 Jul 22
My lab puppy Dutton did the 4 day drop off/pick up class this week. He did great. The staff really know what they are doing. Dutton learned so much and on the last day “my” go home training session was wonderful. I learned so much from Davi! Thanks to Taylor for send me a video one afternoon when they were working with Dutton on his counter surfing issue! I will definitely be bringing him back for more training as he gets a little older. Thanks so much. Cindy Addison~
Cindy Addison
20:04 17 Jun 22
We found the facility very professional and competent. We found our dog very much improved in behavior and socialism. Thank you for all you did and for his care. He is a totally different dog.We have recommended your service to others.Thank YouThe Kraiss'
Ronald Kraiss
17:32 13 Jun 22
We had a wonderful experience with West Tennessee K-9! Our family dog, Kerrigan, went for the 3 week board and train program in preparation for her to become a service dog. They kept us updated on her progress daily through report cards, photographs, and videos. The "Go Home" session was excellent. We learned how to transfer the training to our home environment, and Kerrigan is thriving! Kerrigan gets so excited when we put the e-collar on her in the morning. We will definitely be returning as we continue her training as a service dog!
Jennifer Taube Jackson
21:56 30 Mar 22
We had an excellent experience with Chelsey!I highly recommend Chelsey! She is very professional and has fantastic rapport withOur dog.
Gwen Edmondson
14:28 30 Mar 22
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