WE OFFER VIRTUAL

DOG TRAINING!

TRAINING DOGS & THEIR HUMANS SINCE 2000

ABOUT HIGH HOPES DOG TRAINING

As dog parents, we consider our dogs to be family members. We love our dogs, and our dogs love us. We play and exercise together, socialize together, and sometimes, even sleep together. This companionship does not, however, guarantee that our cherished dogs will be well-behaved. We are different creatures, humans and dogs, and for our partnership to work, we humans need a clear understanding of how our canine companions think and communicate. As dog parents, we must value the learning process and be committed to becoming effective communicators. This can all be accomplished through reward-based training, emphasizing teaching our dogs what we want them to do rather than simply punishing behaviors we do not like. Once dogs understand what it is we want them to do, they are quite happy to comply and are grateful for the guidance.

At High Hopes Dog Training, we educate family members and dogs together, providing both with the proper tools needed to ensure a lifetime of wonderful moments with our furry best friends.

OUR TRAINING SERVICES

High Hopes Dog Training group classes, including Puppy Kindergarten, Beginner Obedience & Good Manners, Intermediate Obedience & Problem-Solving, Canine Good Citizen Certification Course, and Therapy Dog Course, are designed to help you better understand your puppy or dog while teaching him or her to be a well-mannered member of your family. Participants will learn the most effective way to become loving but clear and consistent dog parents through the use of positive reinforcement training methods.

Our private training provides you with a personalized training program specifically designed for each dog and their situation. Training goals are discussed, and a plan is created in order for you and your dog to get the very best education while at home and in the community. We offer private training in your home, at our training facility, and on Zoom.

"High Hopes Dogs are Happy Dogs!"

Voted
BEST DOG TRAINER for 11 consecutive years by the readers of The Roanoker Magazine!

Testimonials

High Hopes Dog Training is amazing. Hope is truly a dog whisperer. She helped me be the best for my dog while she taught us both so much! Our dog, Paxton, came to Hope as a 12-week-old puppy. We had a goal of him becoming a therapy dog. One year later and we have achieved our goal which never would have happened without Hope. I cannot say enough about how professional, caring, and fun the High Hopes team is!

Natalie Klawonn
Mom of Paxton, Leonberger

Hope provided private lessons in our home for my elderly mom and pup. It was a great experience! Hope is very professional, knowledgeable, positive, and effective. She is methodical in her approach and provides lesson notes to aide with consistency in training. She gave us insight into our dog’s behavior and information on raising a healthy, happy pet. Hope not only taught us a lot about our dog but about ourselves as well.

Claire Metz

Mom of Abby, Mixed breed

Maggie and I started with High Hopes Puppy Kindergarten. We enjoyed it so much that we continued with the Beginner and Intermediate Classes. Last month we completed the Canine Good Citizen class. We have really enjoyed working with Hope and Sandy. They were super supportive and extremely knowledgeable trainers. Our experience with High Hopes was very positive, and we recommend their services highly.

Mary Alcoke

Mom of Maggie, Golden Retriever

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