We are excited to offer dog training at Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all solution. Your dog is an individual, and your life is unique. That’s why our approach is built on a customized, compassionate framework designed for real-world success. We do require that all dog training clients provide proof of Distemper, Rabies, Bordetella, and Canine Influenza vaccinations.
Types of Training We Offer
Adult Dog Basic Obedience Group Classes
Sit and Stay for a 6 week course focusing on the fundamentals of basic training
Puppy (2 – 6 months old) Training Group Class
Start your new friend off on the right paw! Puppy training helps you form a bond with your new pet and provides a foundation for progressive training
Individual Hourly Training Sessions
A perfect option for pups that may be overwhelmed by dogs or people in a group setting, or may need targeted training for specific needs
Train While Boarding
Great for addressing specific needs during your pet’s stay while boarding
Our Training Approach
Positive Reinforcement
Positive reinforcement dog training means we introduce (add) a positive stimulus (treats, pets, play) when our dogs give us a desirable behavior. This increases the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated.
Every Dog is Unique
Each dog we train as an individual, assessing how life experiences, health, and biological/breed fulfillment affect their training journey.
Individual Lifestyles
We take into account different lifestyles applying compassion, patience, and understanding. These can work wonders for both the owners and dogs.
Meet Our Trainer, Maryam
Maryam is certified through Animal Behavior College (ABC) with a Bachelor’s degree in English from Temple University. She is also a Fear Free Certified Training Professional and registered with The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).
Maryam’s passion for training dogs was fostered through her relationship with raising her first puppy, Link, an adorable Beagle. Link changed her life for the better in so many ways! She realized that puppy-raising is an art and that owners must prepare to set their dogs up for success throughout their lives. This is a passion borne out of experience, trial, and error.
