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•KENNEL FREE TRAINING

•ZERO BOARDING

•VETERINARIAN RECOMMENDED

WHAT WE DO...


We teach you, the owner/handler how to eliminate problematic behaviors. These include...

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Leash Pulling•Dog or Human Aggression•Resource Guarding•Excessive Barking•Anxiety•Or any other unwanted behaviors...

After completing our program, you can expect your dog to learn all of the basics of obedience training off leash and under distraction. This includes...

Sit•Down•Place•Heel•Come•

And most importantly, NO...

Obedience, service, as well as protection dog training are also available.

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Who We Are...

Instinct is a full fledged holistic approach to canine behavioral modification. Certified Canine Training and Behavior Specialist (CCTBS), Coach Ben Gagne, has over 10 years of experience working hands on with dogs deemed, “untouchable.” All while adhering to balanced, positive reinforcement based training.

Focusing on some of the hardest cases, Ben has taken a new approach to everyday problematic behaviors. He has discovered through his studies and extensive experience, that most issues in working and pet dogs stem from a lack of mental and physical stimulation.

More and more satisfied clientele are finding that their dog’s issues are easily remedied through the techniques taught by Ben. Structure in and outside of the home, paired with exercise regimens, create the perfect balance that every dog needs. Learn how to communicate with, as well as satiate your dog’s inner canine instincts...

MEET OUR

TRAINER

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Ben Gagne- Veterinarian Recommended, Certified Canine Training and Behavior Specialist. Over 10 years of hands on dog training experience.

Specializing in reactivity as well as hyperactive mixed, bully, working, terrier, hound, and hunting breeds. With a range of comprehensive, hands on experience, you name it, he can train it.

Methods and Philosophy loosely Based on the teachings published in Behaviorist, Jean Donaldson’s book, “Culture Clash.”

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Dog training packages FOR ALL DOGS...

Pricing

EXERCISE & WEIGHT LOSS:


1 hour- $45


1/2 hour- $30


5 consecutive days- $125



(GREAT FOR ALL LIFE STAGES AND BREEDS.)



RAW DIET PLANS:


CALL for more info.

INITIAL DOG TRAINING SESSION:


1 to 2 hour- $150


5 Day train sessions- $500


(This includes in home behavior assessment, and protocol)



PUPPY TRAINING/SOCIALIZATION:


1 session- $100


5 weekly sessions- $200


(Behavior assessment, Socialization, functional play, obedience and protocol)

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Enrichment for Bully Breeds...

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WHAT ARE YOU

WAITING FOR?

Release your dog’s inner Instinct.

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Call, text or email to set up your dog’s in home holistic behavioral consultation.

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Instinct: Canine Behavioral Training



Now serving all of Norwalk and Fairfield County, Connecticut.

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