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What Makes a Good Personal Protection Dog?
Not every dog can do protection work, and the ones that can aren’t always what people expect. Here’s what trainers look for before a dog ever starts protection training.
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Not every dog can do protection work, and the ones that can aren’t always what people expect. Here’s what trainers look for before a dog ever starts protection training.
SAR dogs don’t just have good noses. They’re trained through a precise, systematic process. Here’s how scent tracking dogs learn to find people in real-world conditions.
Understanding Reactivity in Dogs If your dog lunges, barks, or acts out around other dogs, people, or new situations, you’re not alone. Reactivity is one of the most common—and misunderstood—behavior issues owners face. It’s stressful for you and your dog, and it often limits your ability to enjoy daily life together. At Stateline Canine, we […]
We believe in science-based training that yields real-world results. Our trainers use motivational, reward-based, and low-stress methods tailored to each dog’s unique temperament. As our founder Janet Dooley Edwards says, "Our favorite rule of training is set the dog up for success."
Absolutely. We offer dedicated Behavior Modification programs specifically for aggression, anxiety, biting, and reactivity. We pride ourselves on successfully taking on the tough cases that other trainers can't handle.
We are proud to be the region's most credentialed training team! Every trainer on our staff is a Certified Trainer. Our trainers continue to build their experience through competitive obedience where training is tested with surprise scenarios and no training equipment (including rewards) can be used during the evaluation. They also pursue continuing education through seminars and workshops to provide the most up-to-date training philosophies and techniques for your dog. Our founder, Janet Dooley Edwards, provides education to trainers around the world, is in the PSA Hall of Fame and is the only handler in history whose dog won the PSA National Championship at all three levels. We bring over 25 years of experience to the table.
No. Stateline Canine was founded to provide training for pet dogs and their families and we still train many more pet dogs than working dogs.
Your dog will stay with us for 2, 4, or 6 weeks of immersive daily training, depending on your goals and their individual needs.
Yes! We treat your fur-babies like family. Our staff provides frequent updates, including phone calls, text messages, pictures, and videos, so you can have peace of mind and watch your dog’s progress every step of the way.
Day Training is our most cost-effective option for local owners. You simply drop your dog off with us in the morning for focused training throughout the day, and pick up a better-trained dog in the evening.
Yes, we want to make our expert training accessible to everyone. We offer flexible, no-interest financing options for 6 or 12 months.
We have a program just for you! With our hybrid program, your dog will stay during the week and go home to see you each weekend.