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Welcome to our blog! Here, we share expert insights, tips, and the latest updates on animal behavior, training, and veterinary care. Whether you're looking for advice or simply curious about the science behind your pet's actions, you'll find valuable information to help you and your furry, feathered, or scaly companions.

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People Training for Pets

  People Training for Pets Attendees: 10 Handlers Length: 1 hr and 15min. Tuition: $25 (free if part of an active Behavior Therapy package). In our People Training for Pets class, you will learn the ins and outs, hows and whys of pet training. This human only class will focus on teaching you techniques that…

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Petite Pooches

  Petite Pooches Attendees: Limited to 6 dogs Length: 4 weekly sessions Time: Approx. 45 min. per class Tuition: $140 (per 4-week class) Reactive Dog Friendly: Yes Other: For dogs under 20 lbs. Our Petite Pooch class is a training class tailored for our little canine companions. This class will focus on basic skills that a…

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Novice Trickster Class

  Novice Trickster Attendees: Limited to 6 dogs Length: 4 weekly sessions Time: Approx. 50 min. per class Tuition: $140 (per 4-week class) Reactive Dog Friendly: Yes Do you want to build a better relationship with your dog, hone your training skills and learn some fancy footwork, all while having a whole lotta fun? If…

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Reactive Rover: Open Air

RR: Open Air Attendees: Limited to 4 dogs Length: 4 weekly sessions Time: 45 minutes per class Tuition: $150 Prereqs: RR: Foundations or by Invitation You’ve practiced your training skills in the Foundations and Skill Building classes, now it’s time for a challenge! Our one-of-a-kind Reactive Rover: Open Air class will give you a chance to practice…

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Vet Phobia Treatment Program in Portland

  Vet Phobia Treatment Progam Initial Consult Fee: $100 for new patients $75 for existing Synergy patients Post-consult training packages available Are you a pet parent who avoids taking your dog to the veterinarian because of his behavior? Are you a veterinarian who has a patient that you’d like to help be more comfortable at…

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Ears Without Fears

  Ears Without Fears Attendees: Limited to 6 dogs Length: 3 weekly sessions Time: Approx. 45 min. per class Tuition: $120 (per 3-week class) Reactive Dog Friendly: Yes Does your dog shy away from ear cleaning? Has an ear infection made your dog suspicious of having their ears touched? Join us for this 3 week class…

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Tip Top Toenails

  Tip Top Toenails Attendees: Limited to 6 dogs Length: 4 weekly sessions Time: Approx. 45 min. per class Tuition: $165 (per 4-week class) Reactive Dog Friendly: Yes Do you struggle with trimming your dog’s toenails? Is your dog scared, anxious or stressed during nail trims? Or do you just want to learn some tips and be…

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Get Set for the Vet

Get Set for the Vet Attendees: Limited to 5 dogs Length: 4 weekly sessions Time: Approx. 45 min. per class Tuition: $150 (per 4-week class) Pre-requite: Dr. Valli’s active clients or permission of instructor. Does your dog run away from you when she sees you grab the ear drops? Does he hate taking his pills? Does she hide…

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Kitten Kindergarten

Kitten Kindergarten Attendees: Limited to 4 kittens Length: 4 weekly sessions Time: Contact us for schedule Approx. 40 min. per class Tuition: $150 (per 4-week class+clicker) Special Notes: This class is for kittens between 7 and 14 weeks of age. Kittens must: Have been evaluated by their veterinarian Have had their first round of vaccinations and…

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