Training Services
In addition to superior breeding, we at Warren Retrievers pride ourselves our on first-class training services that will allow your dog to become the best it can be. All of our training services are four, six or eight week programs.
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Ask about our Fast Start Training Program for your new pup:
Warren Retrievers unique “Fast Start” Training Program will put your puppy on the right path to meet the world. During this 3-week intensive training program, our Master Trainers will begin working with your pup on basic obedience skills, crate training and housebreaking to ensure that your new family member is well-behaved in its new home.
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Service Dogs*
Thanks to the American with Disabilities Act, service dogs are no longer just for the blind. Our dogs can be trained to assist individuals with diabetes, anxiety disorders (including PTSD), hearing impairment, mobility issues, arthritis, Fibromyalgia, seizure disorders, and other health issues. Our dogs can provide emotional and social support, as well as assistance with specific tasks, as needed. Whether you need a dog to turn on the lights, help you rise from a chair, fetch the remote, or alert to diabetic lows and highs, the answer is “yes, we can train that”. Your service dog will be hand picked from a litter of Warren Retriever Labs based on your specific needs. All Warren Retriever puppies are temperament tested, come with the best health guarantees in the business, and are public access trained.
Facility Dogs
Imagine the difference a well-trained dog can make in environments like special education classes, nursing homes, medical rehabilitation facilities, or domestic violence shelters. A facility dog is partnered with an individual working as a teacher, nurse, or therapist, etc. and is trained to the specific needs of the facility's clients/patients. These dogs may or may not meet the definition of service dogs.
Therapy Dogs
Therapy dogs are usually the personal pets of their handlers and work with their handlers as a team to provide services to others. Once a therapy dog team is registered with one of the national therapy dog organizations, that team can work in environments like hospitals, hospice, eldercare communities, schools, libraries, etc. - usually as volunteers. Warren Retrievers' temperament testing can ensure that you get the right dog to train as a therapy dog. In addition, we offer therapy dog classes to prepare you and your dog for testing.
Companion Dogs
A companion dog is your family pet. Whether you are looking for a dog to accompany you on outdoor adventures or one who will be happy living the life of a city dog, we can provide the right puppy for you. Combine the right pup with the right training and you will have a well mannered canine companion for life!
*A service dog, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, is one “trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability.” Again, as defined by the ADA, a disability is a “mental or physical condition that substantially limits a major life activity”. Federal law protects the rights of individuals with disabilities to be accompanied by their service dogs in public places. Service animals are not considered “pets”.
Obedience Training
Our obedience training incorporates all of the basic commands, including "sit," "come," "stay," "heel," and "down." In addition to these commands, dogs will be taught good behavioral conduct, such as not jumping up onto people, curbing excessive licking or gnawing, unwarranted barking, and more.
Upon completion of the obedience training, your dog will be more amenable to voice commands and be more congenial in its overall behavior.
Retriever Training
This approach to training your dog incorporates collar conditioning for all commands, which ensures a steadfast response, no matter how far away the handler is from the dog; obedience commands, utilizing both the verbal and whistle techniques; and a comprehensive retrieve curriculum, which incorporate both the 'go to the target' and the 'deliver to the hand' concepts.
After the completion of training, your dog will be well-trained and compliant to both verbal and whistled commands, be able to retrieve out over 100 yards on land or in water, and be able to hand deliver birds or other prey.
Finished Retriever Training
The finished retriever training involves all of the traditional retriever training fundamentals, but incorporates additional instruction for the ability to complete blind retrieves, diversion marks, and multiple marks.
Following the completion of the finished retriever training, your dog will be capable in the comprehension of precise marking, multiple marks, and blind retrieves in any terrain, including water. This in addition to being obedient to both verbal and whistled commands.
Training Tips
Training your puppy is not as difficult as most people think—it only requires time and care. Please read some of the tips below to get the maximum results from the time you spend with your pup.
The Beginning With Your Pup
Remember that, when you first bring your pup home, they will most likely be a little uneasy being in a new environment. Make sure to spend some time associating your pup to their new surroundings. Choose a specific area, whether inside or outside, that you would prefer to have your pup to generally stay. Allow the pup to return often, in order to familiarize them with their "territory." Oftentimes, "crate training" (fencing off a space for them to be in) is a great way to create a sense of a den, or a region for them to "own."
Know What You Need
Have all of the necessities that your pup will need. A helpful list:
- Puppy food and water
- Bowls (for food and water)
- Collar (best with nametag) and leash/harness
- Chew toys
- Bed (or sleeping crate)
- Stain remover (for those "accidents")
- Grooming supplies
Having these things beforehand will help alleviate some of the worry of taking proper care of your pup.
Accidents Happen
Keep in mind that pups do not know that relieving themselves is a bad thing, and technically, it isn't. They cannot read your mind; they don't know where you would like them to tinkle. Gently place them onto an area that you would like them to do their duty, and nicely remind them by taking them each and every time they begin their business. Dogs are very habitual and will soon learn their spot to go. Think of the Pavlovian response.
Sometimes, pups show their excitement to see you by urinating at your feet. They will, in time, grow out of this practice. Until then, it's best not to yell or get upset at them, as they are again doing what is natural to them. Simply carry them to their "spot" and it should fade away with time.
Chew Time
As it is common for young pups to chew as they go through a teething stage, it is best to supply them with a resource to let them satisfy this inclination. As they would learn how to curb this action from their natural mother, we need to assume the responsibility. Remember that they are not being "bad," but are just acting instinctively. If they do end up chewing on something they "shouldn't" have (i.e., your slippers or your chair leg), simply say "no" and take it away from them, replacing it with the proper chew toy.
Safety
It is important to make sure your pup will be safe, inside or outside. While inside, make sure there are not small objects for the pup to chew or choke on. Pups are very curious and like to put most new items in their mouth. Also, make sure there are no open cupboards or doors where they could get pinched or smashed on. Have nothing in reach, as they can be a little rambunctious and pull things down on themselves. Keep a close eye on them—they need your protection.
When outside, make sure that your yard is safe from other unwanted animals and other hazards (i.e., garden tools, plant poisons and fertilizers, or loose wires). Be extra careful if you are in close vicinity of passing traffic, as pups are usually really hard to detect from a car's point of view.
Socializing
If you associate your pup to people, the more comfortable they will grow up to be around others. It is a great opportunity to teach them to not jump on others, to "settle down" if they get to hyper, and that people aren't chew toys. If you do not expose your pup to people, later on they will either have a fear of everyone, or become extremely territorial and be a tad on the protective side.
Introduce them to different people (i.e., your family and friends) slowly, not in big groups, as to not overwhelm the pup. Slowly, they will become used to having others around them and will act in a more calm manner over time.
TLC
All pups need a lot of attention and a lot of unconditional love. Always remember that they don't do things on purpose to annoy you—they are just being a puppy. Have patience while acclimating them to your home and while disciplining, and you will find that you will create a great relationship between yourself and your pup..
