About Huntsman Dog Training

Balanced training in Rexburg

Huntsman Dog Training offers professional dog training in southeast Idaho, with contact lines for Rexburg and Boise. Its philosophy is to teach obedience while empowering owners to communicate with and bond with their dogs, and it says it is passionate about preventing unnecessary euthanasia by addressing behavior issues early. It describes its methods as evidence-based and balanced, combining positive reinforcement with appropriate corrections in a safe and humane manner.

Programs

Training starts with a free consultation. Basic Obedience is four one-hour sessions on commands like sit, stay, down and come. Balanced Foundations is six sessions that add minor behavior issues like nipping and jumping. Elevated Canine is eight sessions on advanced commands and issues like biting, barking and leash reactivity. Walk Like a Pro is three sessions on loose-leash walking and heel. Proboard board and train options range from a Tune-up refresher to Basic, Control and Precision, which includes owner sessions and a return session at home. Student discounts are available.

Results

Dogs trained include breeds from Shih Tzus to a Bernese Mountain Dog, working on reactivity, crate training, place, recall and separation anxiety.