About OPAWz Dog Training LLC

Programs

OPAWz Dog Training publishes an age-laddered program list: a four-lesson course for puppies from 8 weeks to 5 months, a five-lesson course for dogs 6 months and up, an eight-lesson private course for dogs around 1 to 2 years, a six-lesson option, and preparation for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test. Beyond the ladder it sells a customized board-and-train package, a behavior modification program, and virtual lessons for owners who prefer to work from home. There is also a human-only workshop – a single session for the owner, with the dog left at home – and a-la-carte boarding, walking and drop-off that can be bundled with board and train. The About page adds one-on-one consultations to assess a dog and recommend a plan.

Approach

The site names the behaviors it works on as excessive barking, leash pulling, separation anxiety and aggression, and says programs are customized to each dog's personality and learning style. It describes its methods as a mix of leadership, luring, verbal praise, behavior modification and reward-based reinforcement using praise, treats or toys, and it puts weight on exercise before a session and on consistency from everyone in the household.

Who runs it

The About page introduces Opal as the owner, based in Stone Mountain.