Basic Manners for a Terrific Family Dog
Don't have a "Good" Dog,
Have a "Terrific" Dog!

If you're looking for a dog that truly listens to you and behaves well, a dog that you can enjoy and your friends and family will envy, then this course is for you. Don't wait any longer, enroll today and start enjoying the company of a terrific dog!

If your dog doesn't know "sit" it's time to get to work! 

Seriously, there is so much more to training than just teaching your dog to sit.  If you are ready to take your dog's skills to the next level of learning let's get started!
Basic Manners for a Terrific Family Dog is perfect for any dog older than 5 months old and covers all the basics.  Everything you want and lots you didn't know you needed. 

"I wish I had found Jennifer when Quincy was 8 weeks - she encourages you to work to figure out your dog rather than simply making it "do what I say or else". Love the relationship building with Quincy and watching her learn in a positive way. Jennifer has a great understanding of how dogs think and she passes her knowledge on in fun and meaningful experiences."
~Sarah M

"Jennifer's style is calm and gentle. It is as much my training as it is training for my dog. I have a better understanding on how to be consistent with my behavior and to know what to expect from my dog. This helps me to be more patient and has allowed for a better working relationship between my dog and myself."
~Paddy D

"This Class Was Worth Every Penny!"

You care about dogs and you have taught me to be a better listener to my dog. You have an ocean of patience when it comes to training, and you are a good role model of that for me.
~Janet D

When we decide to bring a dog into our lives, we are making a commitment to another living being.
Dogs should not be treated as mere objects to conform to our ideal vision of a pet.

Our responsibility is to create a safe and nuturing environment for them and help them adapt to the human world. What others refer to as "training," I prefer to think of as "teaching." We teach them the skills they need to thrive in our world. Since many of their natural behaviors may not align with our expectations, I prioritize teaching self-regulation as a foundational behavior. 
Rather than solely focusing on obedience, I aim to help people understand behavioral concepts that foster a deeper understanding of their dogs. 

Each dog that has shared my life has taught me valuable lessons that I bring to my students. Couple that with the 10+ years I have been professionally training and you get a teacher that has a wealth of knowledge to pass on to you. 

I’ve created this course to help you learn to see the dog in front of you. To build a relationship not based on obligation but based on a deep abiding love for each other.
What will you learn?

Attention - "watch me" & Offered attention

come when i call

four on the floor - sTOP jumping on people

go to place

loose leash walking

master level patience games

polite greetings with people and dogs

quiet

settle

stay

zen door - stop running out the door

What is included?

11+ hours of instructional & training videos

25+ downloadable instructional handouts that you can keep forever

FREE 30 minute personal coaching session

You’ll have access for the lifetime of the course, for as long as I continue to run basic manners for a terrific family dog, and guaranteed access for AT LEAST one year after you enroll.”

What is included that you don't see?

hundreds of hours of recording & editing training videos

hundreds of hours of recording & editing instructional videos

Hundreds of hours creating modules and downloadable handouts and workbooks

20,000+ hours of training experience and continuing education to provide you with a comprehensive program with up-To-Date information on dog training.

Meet the Creator

"Teaching people to listen, one dog at a time is my calling in life"

Jennifer Skiba

Your instructor, Jennifer, has built a very successful dog training business from the ground up.  I have over 15 years of experience working with dogs and over 11 years of teaching group classes and private behavior modification programs.  That experience is invaluable in guiding you to understand your dog.  I am passionate about teaching people to base their relationship on a foundation of understanding, love, and mutual trust.

What is included in Basic Manners for a Terrific Family Dog?

Over the 11+ years, I have taught classes, I have adjusted my curriculum to produce an exceptional experience for my students.  This course is taken directly from my in-person class syllabus, so you are getting everything (and MORE) that you would if you attended a class in person each week.

   If all you want is sit, down and stay, then this course is not for you. 

This course is designed for those people who want to understand their dog on a deeper level.  Having a deeper understanding of the dog in front of you will allow you to alter their training to match your dog's personality.

Orientation
Orientation Part 1
Orientation Part 2
Orientation Part 3
Orientation Part 4
Course Structure
Spay & Neuter Info
Week 1
Patience Games
Body Positions
Troubleshooting "sit"
Troubleshooting "down"
Attention
Settle
Week 2
Patience Games - leveling up
Body Positions - leveling up
Zen door
Four on the floor
Week 3
Leash Walking - formal
Equipment discussion
What NOT to do
FREE 30 minute coaching session
Week 4
Leash walking - free
Greetings with people
Greeting with dogs
Yielding in public

Week 5
Stay
What's in a name
Coming when called
Twirl & Spin

What will you learn each week? 
Orientation

Orientation is a jam-packed webinar with tons of information. 

Do you have a puppy, an adolescent or an adult dog?

What happens during the adolescent stage.

Cues vs commands

Creating your dog's dictionary

Types of Training

Handler responsibilities

Leveling Up

Getting the most out of the course


Week 1

Now that you orientation is completed now we get started in building your dog's skill sets.  We start with Attention, Impulse Control, Body Positions, and Settle.

Instructional Videos- 12 lessons - 82 minutes  (Value $135)

Attention handout (value $5)

Eye Contact handout (value $5)

Impulse Control handout (value $5)

Settle handout (value $5)

Treats handout (value $5)

The ABC's of Training handout (value $5)

Find my Face handout (value $5)

Reinforcement Mapping handout (value $5)

Week 2

In week 2 we progress last week's exercises and introduce teaching boundaries with zen door, four on the floor to prevent jumping on people.

Instructional Videos- 21 lessons - 113 minutes (Value $188)

Jumping Up handout (value $5)

Zen Door handout (value $5)

Quiet handout (value $5)

Puppy Greetings handout (value $5)

Week 3

In week 3 we focus on leash walking which includes setting the stage, handler requirements, equipment discussion and teaching the dog to move WITH you instead of AGAINST you.

Instructional Videos- 8 lessons - 66 minutes (Value $110)

Loose Leash Walking handout (value $5)

FREE 30 minute coaching session (value $50)


Week 4

In week 4, you will learn to progress your leash walking skills and teaching polite greetings for people and dogs.

Instructional Videos- 6 lessons - 65 minutes (Value $135)

How to say "hi" to people handout (value $5)

Dog Greetings handout (value $5)

Lead the way handout (value $5)

Yielding levels handout (value $5)

Week 5

In week 5, we wrap up the course by teaching your dog how to stay where they are, come when you call and their first trick - twirl & spin.


Instructional Videos- 8 lessons - 67 minutes (Value $110)

Build a stay handout (value $5)

The three D's handout (value $5)

Where's John handout (value $5)

Speedy recall handout (value $5)


Bonus Material

But wait!  You aren't done yet - the BONUS section has a ton of valuable information that doesn't quite "fit" in an of the other weeks.


Instructional Videos- 2 lessons - 63 minutes (Value $105)

How to trim your dog's nails (value $5)

Dog & cats living in harmony (value $5)

How to play tug of war handout (value $5)

Dog-to-dog play (value $5)

Dog food and your dog handout (value $5)

How to use food toys handout (value $5)

How to level up handout (value $5)

Look at all the downloadable handouts that are included!

All the handouts included in the course are yours to keep forever! 

Let's Recap... Here's Everything You're Getting Today!
After finishing the Basic Manners for a Terrific Family Dog Course, your dog will have a strong grasp on standard obedience cues that can be applied in real-world situations. This foundation will pave the way for your continued success as you progress from being a beginner to a master, all from the comfort of your own home and at a pace that suits your schedule.

Over 11 hours of instructional videos (value $1000)

25+ downloadable handouts to keep forever (value $125)

FREE 30 minute coaching session (Value $25)

That's a total value of $1150 but  you can purchase everything for only $50
"Jennifer is a great teacher"

I have trained a couple of generations of dogs in my life, but I am learning so much from the classes. Of all the approaches I have learned, I can easily say her style matches my own thoughts and style. This is not as easy to find as you would hope. I continue to learn and attribute Rio's excellent start to building the strong foundation that Jennifer has guided us towards.  I look forward to learning even more and believe I am already a better guardian for all my dogs from taking these classes.
~Wes L

"We are so appreciative of her guidance and support!"
Jennifer is an excellent people trainer! She is great at showing dog owners how to elicit appropriate behaviors from their dogs. Her stress on consistency and kindness are excellent. I would recommend Namastay training to anyone needing help with their dog.
~Jen B




Frequently Asked Questions

How can I help you decide if Basic Manners for a Terrific Family Dog is right for you?

  • When do I get access to the program?
    Instantly! As soon as you purchase the course you can get started! You don't have to wait another day to get started with your puppy.
  • How is your course better than watching YouTube videos? Those are free.
    I understand...when you purchase this course you are getting a comprehensive program and not a random collection of videos. It's structured and each module builds on the previous module.
  • Do you have a refund policy?
    Due to the nature of digital products and instant access I do not offer a refund policy. You have one week to explore the course and if you decide that you are not happy with the program I will convert your fees to a private remote session.
  • Do I need any expensive software?
    Nope! Everything in the course can be accomplished using your PC, tablet or phone.
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The benefits of an online course vs. a traditional in-person group class

You don't have to give up your weekend plans to attend a class

You have the flexibility to attend class when you want

You can take a week off without falling behind other students

You aren't distracted by other dogs

You aren't embarrassed by your dog

You can rewind the instructional videos if you need clarification

It's easy to go back to previous videos to refresh your memory

Everyone in the family can "attend" by watching the instructional videos

The flexibility of online training allows you to go at your own pace and I am just an email away if you have questions.  It's the best of both worlds - QUALITY education AND access to the instructor.

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