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Shadow Student Program

$2400 for 4 days

To start, click on the link below to fill out the initial information form. We will then conduct a phone interview with you to make ensure this program is suitable for you and your goals. 
We can't wait to meet you! 
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The Tools of the Trade

Backed by over 35 combined years of experience, our knowledgeable trainers will provide you with everything you need to succeed; from program design, building your business, and advancing your training skills. 

What's included:

  • Learn the M.E.L.L.O. Method™
  • E Collar Foundational to Advanced teaching
  • Canine Socialization
  • Canine Body Language
  • Business Building
  • Program Design

A Breakdown of What to Expect

E-Collar Foundations

New to E Collar training and want to learn more? Our shadow program will teach you how to properly introduce a dog to an E-Collar. We cover proper fitting, finding perception levels, E-Collar conditioning and troubleshooting, and provide the basic foundational skills for this versatile tool. 

E-Collar Advanced

Have a basic understanding of E Collar training & looking to advance your skills? Our shadow program teaches you how to train not just for off leash reliability, but also behavior modification.  You will also learn how to teach behaviors to reinforce a calm state of mind & teaching your clients how to be successful with the training back at home. 

Canine Socialization & Body Language

Learn how to safely create social groups and understand body language for successful socialization. Our goal is to immerse you in the language of dog & learn what to focus on when introducing them to one another. We also will show you how to use social interactions to help rehabilitate behaviors, like reactivity. 

Business Building

Looking to build upon your current business or maybe you're just getting started? Are you struggling to find the ideal clients or looking to put together a solid program design? Learn how to structure your business for success by gaining momentum and avoiding burnout and developing a marketing strategy in order to work with your ideal client. Come learn how to build the profitable business of your dreams! 

Training Tools 

Here are a list of common training tools used in our programs:
Mini Educator Leashes & Collars

(Herm Sprenger prong collar, Sidekick [aka transitional] leash, slip lead, long line, Mini Educator ET-300 electronic collar) 
Place Cots
Crates
Toys/Play
Body Pressure
Praise/Affection/Attention
Food

The M.E.L.L.O Method 

We use a holistic approach to address behavior modification–we believe in addressing dogs as a WHOLE.

We focus on the overall well-being of the canine’s body and mind, their emotional state, their body language, what makes them who THEY are, and teach them queues to open them up to a whole new world.


You will be provided with our e-course.

Your Week at a Glance

You will be joining us during our training sessions, behavior evaluations & help create training plans.
This is a 4 day program. Days run from Monday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM and lunch is provided. There are local Airbnb's and lodging close by. 

 

Financing

We can customize payment plans for qualified applicants. 

What People are Saying

Kelsey, Logically Canine

“You guys are so good at what you do. Both with dogs and people. I’m booked for June and July for board and trains and already have a spot filled for August and September. I’m already $20K ahead in $$$ than I was at this same point last year and that’s because of you guys I’m so very thankful!”

Dylan, C3 Canine Training

“I want to thank you guys soooooo much!!! The amount of confidence I gained just as a business owner and even helping my clients is so much higher than it was a few months ago!! The amount of knowledge I learned in dog training, business management, self development, marketing and everything in between was amazing!”

Jaimee Wenzel and Sabrina Joens at work
Canine Cooperative uses the Mini Educator ET-300
Jaimee Wenzel, Sabrina Joens and Vicki DeMarco dog trainers in NJ
sidekick transitional collar used by Canine Cooperative
The Canine Cooperative talking business strategy with a shadow student
The Canine Cooperative in West Milford, NJ built from the ground up