Cultivating joyful, wellbehaved dogs through kindness and expert knowledge
Our Mission
Provide effective, kindness based education for families with dogs.
"We believe not just in excellence, but in kindness."
NICOLE KOHANSKI, CTC, CDBC Founder, Wiggle Butt Academy
Why Us?
We are not big box dog training.
We look at every family, and dog, as a unique opportunity. We design training plans & behavior modification plans that fit your family and your goals. We leverage your home and our unique blend of trainers, facilities and formats to get you where you want to go.
Our team becomes part of your dog's extended family for life, if you'll let us. We get to know you, your family and your dog's unique environment to guide you with the very best possible education.
O u r P r o g r a m s
FOCUS
We focus on the right education at the right time. From critical-period socialization, manners, and healthy puppy play through adolescence and end of life - we guide you with kindness and science.
FORMAT
Private Training
Our trainers come to you! Your sweet pup learns the ropes of living in your home with your family. All family members are welcome to participate.
Board & Train
We do the heavy lifting for you.
Classes
We offer socialization classes as well as group classes when the time is right.
Zoom Coaching
Need a quick coaching session? Let's connect by Zoom!
FACILITIES
We offer home-like board and train if you seek a training camp experience. We also partner with our sister company, Doggie Zen Den, for daycare, boarding, classes & puppy socials
PRIVATE, IN-HOME TRAINING
TRAINING AT OUR PLACE
BOARD & TRAIN
MANNERS/OBEDIENCE FOR DOGS OF ALL AGES
BARKING, LUNGING ON LEASH
SEPARATION ANXIETY
FEAR OF STRANGERS/PEOPLE
HOUSEMATE DOG AGGRESSION
LEASH & BARRIER REACTIVITY
FEAR/ANXIETY/STRESS
AKC CANINE GOOD CITIZEN
WALKING & PET SITTING
SPECIAL NEEDS SITUATIONS
dog nerds found here
We are your place for qualified, professional, trustworthy training and behavior modification services for your furry friends.
Our training is science and kindness based. We never use fear, force, or pain to train your dog. Ever.
We take education seriously - not just for your dog, but for our team. Nicole unded WBA after dedicating years to an education worthy of your pet.
Rates for private sessions vary from $125 per hour to $175 depending on trainer / consultant’s skills and experience.
BOARD & TRAIN
$1250 / week
We have three options to fit your budget. Check our website for details.
WBA classroom
Daily pictures, notes & updates
Play groups
Field trips
Enrichment (Kongs, lickimats, puzzles)
2 week minimum
CUSTOM
Stay & play ($75 / day)
Day training ($175 / day)
Puppy socials ($30 / class)
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Additional trainer request ($50 / trainer)
ADOLESCENT & ADULT PROGRAMS
We're here for all 1 2 3
Sexual maturity kicks off adolescence and is followed by two important life stages - both of which also come with behavior changes. Adolescence is filled with continued growth, change & hormones. A dog begins exploring and trying out new behaviors. Some of these behaviors aren't so welcome, like counter surfing, roaming, household destruction, excess barking and jumping.
Sexual Maturity
Physical Maturity
Social Maturity
NUISANCE BEHAVIORS
WE CAN HELP
We will develop the right strategic program to get you to your goals. Pain free.
YOUR DOG CAN LEARN AT ANY AGE
WHAT WE TEACH
Sit Down
Come Stay
Wait
Leave It
Drop Place
Settle
Loose Leash Walks
Door Manners
Touch Find It
...let's get creative!
WE GUIDE YOU THROUGH ALL STAGES OF LEARNING
Dog learns a new behavior with positive reinforcement based capturing, shaping, luring or prompting
Work on response speed & accuracy with a verbal cue
Time to practice the behavior in different environments under different conditions - we add distance, distraction & duration
Continue to use & reinforce the behaviors to keep them in the dog's behavior bank
HOURLY
Rates for private sessions vary from $125 per hour to $175 depending on trainer / consultant’s skills and experience.
BOARD & TRAIN
$1250/ week
10+ sessions per week; initial consultation at your home & 3 hour long in home follow ups
WBA classroom
Daily pictures, notes & updates
Play groups
Field trips
Enrichment (Kongs, lickimats, puzzles)
2 week minimum
CUSTOM
Stay & play ($75 / day)
Day training ($175 / day)
Puppy socials ($30/ class)
Additional trainer request ($50 / trainer) See Below or Ask Us!
BOARD & TRAIN
We are not traditional eCollar Board & Train - We are
We go beyond science based training to evidence based.
MAYA ANGELOU
WHY WHY US US
Board & Train programs ha traditionally used tools lik collars, prong collars, cho chains and slip leads to teach compliance. We don't.
Our programs teach dogs to coexist happily - they choose to do what we ask because they want to, not because we they have to "or else." Humans predict great things, not fear or pain, when working with Wiggle Butt Academy.
We commit to providing the highest quality learning without the nasty side effects of force.
R O G R A M S
PUPPIES
We focus on the right education at the right time. From critical-period socialization, manners, and healthy puppy play through adolescence - we guide you with kindness and science.
ADOLESCENT & ADULT MANNERS
Want training but need a serious jump start? We've got you! From manners to Canine Good Citizen prep, we develop plans to fit your family's needs
FEARFUL & AGGRESSIVE DOGS
We are one of few companies in the Metroplex that offer fear and force free Board & Train services for fearful or aggressive dogs. Let's talk if you need help.
WE ALL HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS SOMETIMES
When they're struggling CHOOSE
KINDNESS
FAMILY PAWS
A certified Family Paws Parent Educator (FPPE) helps families with dogs & infants or toddlers live afely and with harmony.
DOG | HUMAN AGGRESSION
We approach all cases with kindness, including aggression. Because most aggression is rooted in fear, our kind approach gets to the source of the problem. No band-aids here, we help your dog feel better about what's scary. When your dog feels better, aggressive behavior is no longer needed to tell the scary thing to go away.
RESOURCE GUARDING
Does your dog protect things from humans or other dogs? We can help.
DOG | DOG
AGGRESSION
We help families struggling with dogs who don't get along.
FEAR
We work with all types of fear, including fear of humans, dogs, sounds, storms, and more.
LEASH REACTIVITY
We help with barking, lunging & aggressive looking displays on walks.
SEPARATION ANXIETY
American Society of Veterinary Behavior recommended protocol delivered by a Certified Separation
patience, perseverance & kindness
Prices
HOURLY
Lead Behavior Consultant
The initial behavior consultation for our Lead Behavior Consultant, Nicole Kohanski, is $300 and includes 1.5 hours of in home time, safety support & plan development/set up.
Subsequent sessions are $175 an hour. If an additional trainer is needed for working session setups, the add-on fee is $50 an hour.
Certified Behavior Consultant
The initial behavior consultation for our Certified Behavior Consultant, Jenny Kraus, is $225 and includes 1.5 hours of in home time, safety support & plan development/set up.
Subsequent sessions are $150 an hour. If an additional trainer is needed for working session setups, the add-on fee is $50 an hour.
BOARD & TRAIN
Board and Train services for fearful, stressed or dogs exhibiting aggressive behaviors can be arranged. Call to discuss.
Prices
HOURLY
Lead Behavior Consultant
The initial behavior consultation for our Lead Behavior Consultant, Nicole Kohanski, is $300 and includes 1.5 hours of in home time, safety support & plan development/set up.
Subsequent sessions are $175 an hour. If an additional trainer is needed for working session setups, the add-on fee is $50 an hour.
Certified Behavior Consultant
The initial behavior consultation for our Certified Behavior Consultant, Jenny Kraus, is $225 and includes 1.5 hours of in home time, safety support & plan development/set up.
Subsequent sessions are $150 an hour. If an additional trainer is needed for working session setups, the add-on fee is $50 an hour.
BOARD & TRAIN
Board and Train services for fearful, stressed or dogs exhibiting aggressive behaviors can be arranged. Call to discuss.
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