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Basic Information

Email *

First Name *

Last Name *

Phone *

Dog's Name *

Dog's Age *

Dog's Weight *

# of pounds

Dog's Breed *

Program Requirements

The questions below cover important requirements for participating in this program. If you’re unable to meet the following criteria, this program may not be the best fit for your current training goals.

Are you within 30 miles of Durango, CO? *

Yes

Do you have a way to get to in-person coaching sessions with your dog? *

Yes

Coaching sessions will be held at public parks and Canine Gains's office space is Durango. It is important that you are able to attend in person training sessions with your dog for the duration of the program.

Is your dog at least 6 months old? *

Yes, my dog is at least 6 months old.

This program is designed for dogs 6 months and older. While many of the techniques can be helpful for younger pups, dogs under 6 months often need a different approach and have different training goals.

Are you comfortable using a prong collar with guidance from your trainer? *

Yes – I’m open to using the prong collar with proper instruction.

Most of this program uses the prong collar as a gentle communication tool. When used correctly, it allows for clear, low-pressure guidance between you and your dog. If you’re not comfortable using this tool, this program may not be the right fit.

Does your dog react to dogs, people, or moving things while on leash? *

No – my dog is not reactive and only struggles with pulling.

Reactivity can be shown by barking, growling, lunging, or showing fear/aggression. If your dog does demonstrate these behaviors, thank you for your interest. This program is focused specifically on loose leash walking and does not address reactivity, fear-based behaviors, or aggression.

Are you comfortable being filmed during training sessions? *

Yes - I’m comfortable being filmed.

These clips may be used in course materials to help other dog owners and for promotional purposes. If you are not comfortable, we appreciate your interest. Participation in this pilot program requires consent to be filmed, as we rely on real examples to help teach and inspire others.

Are you willing to provide testimonials and critical feedback during the program? *

Yes

Testimonials are a required part of this free pilot program. Regular feedback helps us ensure participant success and allows us to improve and grow the course for future dog owners.

Can you commit to the duration and number of in person meetings? *

Yes

This is a 4-week program with 4 in-person meetings and daily homework.

Leash Pulling History

If you chose other, please specify.

Please rate how bad your dog's leash pulling is. *

Very subtle, easy to keep correcting (but not going away)

Moderate pulling

Hard pulling (dragging you in every direction with no breaks)

How long has leash pulling been a problem for you? *

How much time can you realistically commit to leash training per day? *

15 minutes per day

30+ minutes per day

This program requires a minimum of 15 minutes of leash training each day. If that’s not realistic right now, we recommend waiting until you’re able to commit to the process.

What training methods have you tried? (Check all that apply) *

If you chose other, please specify.

If you have worked directly with another trainer, please explain:

What has been your biggest challenge with leash training? *

Will anyone else in your household be walking or training your dog in the program? *

If yes, please share who will be involved and how they’ll help.

Are there any other pets in the home we should know about? *

Please note: this pilot program is limited to one dog per household.

Service Agreement

I understand this is a structured training program that requires:

Active participation
Daily homework practice
Ongoing communication with my trainer
Attendance at all in-person sessions

By checking below, I confirm I’ve read and agree to the short service agreement above. *

I agree to the terms of the service agreement and commit to participating fully.

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