What advanced work focuses on
- Proofing: adding distance, duration and distraction one level at a time so your dog can succeed at each step
- Longer stays with the owner moving away, out of sight and around the dog
- Responding on the first cue without repeated commands or pleading
- Practicing in real settings around Knoxville such as parks, parking lots and neighborhood streets
- Chaining skills together, such as come, sit and then heel back to the car
- Teaching the owner to read when a dog is ready for the next level and when to back up a step
Where this is available. Within 30 miles of Knoxville.
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Why owners choose this
One trainer. Your dog. Real results.
We do not refer owners to franchise training chains. In our view, they lean on less experienced staff and indoor facilities instead of real-world training.
Good questions
Before we begin.
When is my dog ready for advanced obedience?
A dog is usually ready once the basic cues work at home with few reminders. If sit, down and stay still fall apart when a squirrel appears, that is exactly what advanced proofing is for.
What is proofing in dog obedience?
Proofing means practicing a known skill in harder conditions: more distance, more time and more distraction. It is done gradually so the dog wins at each level, which is what makes the skill dependable.
How long does advanced obedience take?
Skills usually become dependable over weeks to months of regular practice. A dependable skill is one that works in many places, not one that worked once, so the timeline varies by dog.
Can I do advanced obedience if my dog missed the basics?
The trainer will check your dog's foundation first and fill any gaps. Your request is reviewed and you are referred to a trainer based on your dog's needs and your area.