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Gain a comprehensive understanding of canine communication and manage reactivity effectively.
Bundle of 2 mini-courses
Kickstart your puppy’s growth with essential tools and guidance for a well-rounded start.
Bundle of 3 mini-courses
Get a peek inside with our free starter courses and downloadable resources for dog lovers!
Gain a comprehensive understanding of canine communication and manage reactivity effectively.
Bundle of 2 mini-courses
Kickstart your puppy’s growth with essential tools and guidance for a well-rounded start
Bundle of 3 mini-courses
Develop training techniques and explore the 12 canine foundational skills that establish the basis for all future learning.
Bundle of 2 mini-courses
Master essential training techniques and overcome behavior challenges. Apply 12 foundational skills and enrichment using positive methods for effective results.
Bundle of 4 mini-courses
Resolve behavioral challenges with the added benefit of enrichment, addressing your dog’s instinctive needs and reducing those behavioral headaches.
Bundle of 2 mini-courses
Develop training techniques and explore the 12 canine foundational skills that establish the basis for all future learning.
Bundle of 2 mini-courses
Master essential training techniques and overcome behavior challenges. Apply 12 foundational skills and enrichment using positive methods for effective results.
Bundle of 4 mini-courses
Resolve behavioral challenges with the added benefit of enrichment, addressing your dog’s instinctive needs and reducing those behavioral headaches
Bundle of 2 mini-courses
Bundle of 2 mini-courses:
Dog Body Language + Reactivity Fundamentals
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: Communication & Anthropomorphization
Lesson 2: Understanding Stress in Dogs
Lesson 3: Stress Signals in Dogs
Lesson 4: Whole to Part: Puzzling it Out
Lesson 5: Managing Stress & Hyperarousal
EXAM #1
Lesson 6: Disclaimer
Lesson 7: What is Reactivity?
Lesson 8: Stressors & Triggers
Lesson 9: Trigger Stacking
Lesson 10: Understanding Thresholds
Lesson 11: Prevention & Management
Lesson 12: Training & Reinforcers
*Lesson 13: Training & Skills
Lesson 14: Changing the Emotion & More Resources
EXAM #2
*includes video demos
Bundle of 3 mini-courses:
Dog Body Language + Meeting Your Dog's Needs through Enrichment + Puppyhood & Socialization Essentials
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: Communication & Anthropomorphization
Lesson 2: Understanding Stress in Dogs
Lesson 3: Stress Signals in Dogs
Lesson 4: Whole to Part: Puzzling it Out
Lesson 5: Managing Stress & Hyperarousal
EXAM #1:
Lesson 6: What is enrichment?
*Lesson 7: Interactive Feeders
*Lesson 8: Enrichment Activities
Lesson 9: Types of Walks
EXAM #2
Lesson 10: Stages of Development
Lesson 11: Understanding Socialization
*Lesson 12: Grooming & Handling
Lesson 13: Puppy Training Plan
EXAM #3
*includes video demos
Bundle of 2 mini-courses:
Dog Training 101 + Foundational Skills Every Dog Should Know
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: How Dogs Learn
Lesson 2: Reinforcement in Learning
*Lesson 3: STEP 1: Using a Marker
*Lesson 4: STEP 2: Training Methods (Capturing, Luring, & Shaping)
*Lesson 5: STEP 3: Cueing
*Lesson 6: STEP 4: Checking for Understanding
*Lesson 7: STEP 5: Fluency and Skill-Building
EXAM #1
Lesson 8: Overview & Setting the Foundation
Lesson 9: Release cue
Lesson 10: Introduction to Skill-Building
*Lesson 11: Attention
*Lesson 12: Sit
*Lesson 13: Down
*Lesson 14: Touch
*Lesson 15: Recall
*Lesson 16: Leave It
*Lesson 17: Wait & Stay
*Lesson 18: Loose Leash Walking
*Lesson 19: Go To Mat / Place
*Lesson 20: Drop / Give
*Lesson 21: Stand
*Lesson 22: Crate training
Lesson 23: Wrap-up
EXAM #2
*includes video demos
Bundle of 4 mini-courses:
Meeting Your Dog’s Needs Through Enrichment + Dog Training 101 + Foundational Skills Every Dog Should Know + Solving Common Behavior Challenges
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: What is enrichment?
*Lesson 2: Interactive Feeders
*Lesson 3: Enrichment Activities
Lesson 4: Types of Walks
EXAM #1
Lesson 5: How Dogs Learn
Lesson 6: Reinforcement in Learning
*Lesson 7: STEP 1: Using a Marker
*Lesson 8: STEP 2: Training Methods (Capturing, Luring, & Shaping)
*Lesson 9: STEP 3: Cueing
*Lesson 10: STEP 4: Checking for Understanding
*Lesson 11: STEP 5: Fluency and Skill-Building
EXAM #2
Lesson 12: Overview & Setting the Foundation
Lesson 13: Release cue
Lesson 14: Introduction to Skill-Building
*Lesson 15: Attention
*Lesson 16: Sit
*Lesson 17: Down
*Lesson 18: Touch
*Lesson 19: Recall
*Lesson 20: Leave It
*Lesson 21: Wait & Stay
*Lesson 22: Loose Leash Walking
*Lesson 23: Go To Mat / Place
*Lesson 24: Drop / Give
*Lesson 25: Stand
*Lesson 26: Crate training
Lesson 27: Wrap-up
EXAM #3
Lesson 28: Understanding Behavior
Lesson 29: Born to Be's Formula for Addressing Behavior
Lesson 30: Navigating the PowerPoints
Lesson 31: Chewing, Nipping, Mouthing & Biting
Lesson 32: Digging
Lesson 33: Jumping
Lesson 34: Begging & Whining
Lesson 35: Barking
Lesson 36: Door Dashing
Lesson 37: Pulling
Lesson 38: Potty Training
Lesson 39: Counter Surfing
Lesson 40: Wrap-Up
EXAM #4
*includes video demos
Bundle of 2 mini-courses:
Meeting Your Dog’s Needs Through Enrichment + Solving Common Behavior Challenges
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: What is enrichment?
*Lesson 2: Interactive Feeders
*Lesson 3: Enrichment Activities
Lesson 4: Types of Walks
EXAM #1
Lesson 5: Understanding Behavior
Lesson 6: Born to Be's Formula for Addressing Behavior
Lesson 7: Navigating the PowerPoints
Lesson 8: Chewing, Nipping, Mouthing & Biting
Lesson 9: Digging
Lesson 10: Jumping
Lesson 11: Begging & Whining
Lesson 12: Barking
Lesson 13: Door Dashing
Lesson 14: Pulling
Lesson 15: Potty Training
Lesson 16: Counter Surfing
Lesson 17: Wrap-Up
EXAM #2
*includes video demos
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We know the material in this course works and works well... but we also know you can't know that for sure until you're inside the course. That's why you can enroll in our 4 free lessons to experience firsthand the quality and effectiveness of our content. Download our resources, watch the videos, and see the results for yourself before committing to the full course. We’re confident you’ll find the value and knowledge you’re looking for.
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Mike Greenberg
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Leah Bornstein
Barbara Hyde
Samuel Reynolds
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Yahir Alvarado
Leah Bornstein
Project Manager: Jane Shin
Project Coordinator: Bryan Tristan Mallari
Video Editor: Diana Hakova
LMS Set-Up: Jill Añoneuvo
Marketing Strategy: Ilya Poltavets
Sales Content: Matea Pfeifer, Lisa Friesel
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Set Design: Christina Molcillo
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CEO of Thrive: Raitis Stalazs
With Thanks to the Thrive Team
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire Thrive Course Studios team for their commitment to this project. A special thanks to Jane Shin and Diana Hakova, who worked tirelessly and devoted countless extra hours to ensure the accessibility features of these courses were thoughtfully and thoroughly integrated. Your dedication and hard work made a significant impact.
We also appreciate Raitis Stalazs, CEO of Thrive Course Studios, for graciously extending both deadlines & unexpected resources to ensure we met the accessibility needs of this project.
Neika Smessaert
Neika flew all the way from Indiana to participate in the filming of this eCourse. Her enthusiasm and willingness to contribute extended beyond the screen, as she also played a crucial role in content creation. Neika—thank you for being an integral part of this project!
Amber Paschal
Amber, your contributions in audio review and providing general feedback were invaluable in refining the videos. Your keen attention to detail and thoughtful insights helped elevate the quality of these courses. We are deeply appreciative of your allyship, time, and all the support you dedicated to see this project succeed!
Jerica Bornstein
For your unwavering belief in us, this project, and your constant support—thank you for being a cornerstone of our journey.
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In-Person Service Counties:
Essex, Morris, Union, Middlesex, & Passaic counties
We are located in:
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054
DISCLAIMER: Behavior modification is a collaborative process that depends on the consistent implementation of training techniques by the owner. While we specialize in fostering positive behavioral changes, no trainer can guarantee specific outcomes or "cure" a dog's behavior. As behavior is influenced by numerous factors, including environment and individual circumstances, the dog's behavior remains the responsibility of the owner.
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