Basic Training & Manners
Does your dog...
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Bark or hide when guests come over?
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Run away when it's time for a walk?
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Flatten on the sidewalk when a truck drives by?
Join
Confidence Builders Academy
Less Worry, More Wags
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Designed for fearful dogs and their humans
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Customized training plans
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Long-term support
Meet your trainer and see real CBA students in action!
Wondering how CBA works? Want a preview of our virtual classroom? Then take a look at our video to learn more.
Living with a fearful dog can be challenging.
Fearful dogs have special needs that can challenge even the most experienced dog owner. Maybe you’ve tried a group training class, but it was too scary for your dog. And while baby steps can lead to huge payoffs, months or years of one-on-one training at a fearful dog’s pace can get expensive. In-home training also means a stranger in the house, which can be stressful for fearful dogs.
We understand your pain,
and our online program offers a lower-cost alternative, providing customized solutions specific to your fearful dog. Fearful and even semi-feral dogs can learn house manners and gain confidence with the right approach. You and your dog get support from an IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with over 20 years of experience and a semi-feral former street dog of his own. You’ll also get online peer support from other participants while your dog gets to learn at home, in the environment where they’re most comfortable!
Confidence Builders Academy Offers:
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A program designed with the needs of fearful dogs and their owners in mind
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Monthly goal-setting worksheets that allow us to build you a customized plan and let you track your dog’s improvement.
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At least 3 live group classes per month—recorded so you never miss out*
 * Most classes are held Sundays at 4pm PST​
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Lessons and webinars available to you in a virtual classroom, with individual instructor feedback on your progress
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Private student social media group where you can get feedback and support from your peers
Hank's
CBA Story
“We couldn't even get him outside to go to the bathroom...Now he's Mr. Portland!”
-Andrea, Hank's Mom
What Makes Confidence Builders Academy Different?
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Since working with fear can take time, CBA offers a more affordable way to work with a professional for as long as you and your dog need
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Your trainer can observe your dog in your home environment without overwhelming them
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Interactive games make training fun for you and your dog! Training exercises have adaptations for multiple confidence levels.
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A flexible curriculum allows you to learn in a way that's right for you - not a homework person? Focus on live classes. Do you sometimes feel as shy as your pup? Watch recorded sessions and chat one on one with your instructor. Want it all? You can do it all!
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You can train from anywhere you (and your dog) have an internet connection
