At Sterling Canine, we embrace a wide variety of training techniques.

We use verbal and physical affection, positive reinforcement, voice tones, hand signals, food, all types of toys, exercise, play training, E-collars, muzzles, element of surprise, lots of love. But perhaps our most important technique is timing repetition based on age, size and breed. All dogs are not the same. All behavioral problems are not the same. Training techniques are determined by what’s needed to produce the desired result.

7 keys to achieve reliability

  • Pack Order Training

    Biting, barking, growling, baring teeth, jumping, stealing food.

  • Socialization

    Humans, all animals, noises, objects, new locations, new situations.

  • Obedience / Communication

    Clearly communicating heel, sit, down, stay, come, free dog, NO! Good dog!

  • Exercise

    The majority of dog breeds require exercise. For best results, get your dog off its property, such as dog parks, open fields, trails and hikes. Dog walkers can be utilized for those who need it.

  • Behavior Modification

    Human aggression, animal aggression, barking, biting, bolting, jumping, digging, fence jumping, eating stools, growling, nipping, marking territory, kennel training, house breaking, running off. All behavioral problems can be solved. Some require more time and specialized training.

  • Verbal and Physical Affection

    How you touch and talk to your dog will determine whether they’re attentive, hyper or despondent.

  • Secret Sauce

    All dogs avoid undesirable things and gravitate toward desirable things.