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Decode your dog's body language to enhance communication and better understand what they're really saying.
Unlock our comprehensive guide for step-by-step techniques to successfully and positively train your dog to respond to any cue.
Get a peek inside with our free starter courses and downloadable resources for dog lovers!
Decode your dog's body language to enhance communication and better understand what they're really saying.
Unlock our comprehensive step-by-step guide for successful, positive dog training and see real results.
Meet your dog's innate needs and enhance their well-being through engaging and effective enrichment activities.
Master the 12 essential skills every dog needs, using foundational training techniques to teach alternative behaviors.
Address and overcome common behavior challenges with practical solutions and effective strategies in this comprehensive guide.
Meet your dog's innate needs and enhance their well-being through engaging and effective enrichment activities.
Master the 12 essential skills every dog needs, using foundational training techniques to teach alternative behaviors.
Address and overcome common behavior challenges with practical solutions and effective strategies in this comprehensive guide.
Nurture your puppy’s growth and set them up for success with key essentials for a confident and well-adjusted companion.
Equip yourself with fundamental skills to address and manage your dog's reactivity with practical and effective methods.
Nurture your puppy’s growth and set them up for success with key essentials for a confident and well-adjusted companion.
Equip yourself with fundamental skills to address and manage your dog's reactivity with practical and effective methods.
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
COURSE EXAM
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
COURSE EXAM
*includes video demos
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: What is enrichment?
*Lesson 2: Interactive Feeders
*Lesson 3: Enrichment Activities
Lesson 4: Types of Walks
COURSE EXAM
*includes video demos
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: Overview & Setting the Foundation
Lesson 2: Release cue
Lesson 3: Introduction to Skill-Building
*Lesson 4: Attention
*Lesson 5: Sit
*Lesson 6: Down
*Lesson 7: Touch
*Lesson 8: Recall
*Lesson 9: Leave It
*Lesson 10: Wait & Stay
*Lesson 11: Loose Leash Walking
*Lesson 12: Go To Mat / Place
*Lesson 13: Drop / Give
*Lesson 14: Stand
*Lesson 15: Crate training
*Lesson 16: Wrap-up
COURSE EXAM
*includes video demos
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: Understanding Behavior
Lesson 2: Born to Be's Formula for Addressing Behavior
Lesson 3: Navigating the PowerPoints
Lesson 4: Chewing, Nipping, Mouthing & Biting
Lesson 5: Digging
Lesson 6: Jumping
Lesson 7: Begging & Whining
Lesson 8: Barking
Lesson 9: Door Dashing
Lesson 10: Pulling
Lesson 11: Potty Training
Lesson 12: Counter Surfing
Lesson 13: Wrap-Up
COURSE EXAM
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: Stages of Development
Lesson 2: Understanding Socialization
*Lesson 3: Grooming & Handling
Lesson 4: Puppy Training Plan
COURSE EXAM
*includes video demos
VIDEO: Welcome
Lesson 1: Disclaimer
Lesson 2: What is Reactivity?
Lesson 3: Stressors & Triggers
Lesson 4: Trigger Stacking
Lesson 5: Understanding Thresholds
Lesson 6: Prevention & Management
Lesson 7: Training & Reinforcers
*Lesson 8: Training & Skills
Lesson 9: Changing the Emotion & More Resources
COURSE EXAM
*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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Jerica Bornstein
Tiffany Lovell
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Mike Greenberg
Katie Fusilier
Jill Thompson
Emma Faye
Leah Bornstein
Barbara Hyde
Samuel Reynolds
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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
Sales Page Designer: Daniel Riscar
Writing Coach: Heidi Fitzsimmons
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.
Contact Us:
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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