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Cold Nose Companions, LLC
12531 Gar Hwy
Chardon, OH 44024
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Dog Training Services
Group Training Classes
Chill For Reactive Dog
About Us
Dog Training Services
We offer group classes and private training to meet most training objectives.
Group training classes
Group training classes are a fun and social way to train your dog. Work in the comfort of our spacious, climate controlled training center in Chardon, Ohio.
Wide range of classes
obedience, recreation, certification, special skills, reactivity.
Classes taught by experienced trainers
with a commitment to positive reinforcement training methods.
Private training sessions
We offer two types of services to fit your needs and preferences. Private training sessions are all about you and your dog. You get:
100% of the trainer's time and attention;
A customized training plan with support materials; and
One-on-one coaching for you and all members of your household in the comfort of your home or, if more appropriate, in our training center.
Leave the Training to Us
We do all the training one-on-one with your dog, ensuring the desired behavior is reliable before transitioning the maintenance of the behavior back to you. This concentrated approach is ideal for:
Time-starved owners who just want a well-behaved dog
Owners who are overwhelmed by their dog’s aggressive or reactive behavior
Owners with physical limitations that make the training process difficult
Coaching You to Train Your Dog
We will demonstrate the training process with your dog and then coach you to continue the training. This approach is ideal for:
Owners who enjoy training and working with their dog and just need help getting started
Owners who can commit the time for daily practice sessions with their dog
Owners who want everyone in the household to participate in the training
Specialized Behavior Modification
Complex behavioral challenges are best addressed with a customized training plan based on the type of service that best fits your needs and preferences.
We begin with an on-site assessment and consultation lasting about 90 minutes.
We will develop a training plan to address the behavior
based on severity of the problem behavior, your preference of “Leave the Training to Us” or “Coaching” service, and the number of follow-up sessions that are appropriate to ensure the behavior is resolved.
The assessment and consultation is $125 and subsequent sessions will be quoted as part of your customized training plan.
Mileage fees apply to travel of more than 20 miles from Chardon.
Telephone consultations are billed at $60 per hour, in quarter hour increments.
Behavior Modification for
Fear of people, situations, objects or generalized fear
Destructive or disruptive behavior: digging, chewing, barking, escaping
Separation anxiety
Reactivity or aggression toward people or other dogs
Resource guarding and food bowl aggression
Introducing a new dog to the home
Chill! for Reactive Dogs class
An intensive six-week class for dogs that react aggressively to other dogs or strangers.
Your dog will learn how to maintain his/her composure in the presence of others and behave in non-aggressive ways. You will learn how to handle your dog confidently in public and manage your dog’s environment and behavior for peaceful interactions with people and dogs.
And if you feel you need more work after Chill!, we now offer Chill! Work Sessions so you can continue the work with your dog.
Group Training Classes
Orientation to Training Classes at Cold Nose Companions
Monday @ 7:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. Orientation is designed to give you a headstart on training classes. Pups/dogs don’t attend this session, so that you can focus on learning. Topics covered will be how dogs learn, positive reinforcement training and how it works, preparing for class and what to bring, skills to help your dog focus on you and settle in classes. Time will also be allotted for questions, including issues you are encountering with puppies (potty training, crate training, nipping and chewing, etc.) or adult dogs (newly adopted dog adjustments, reactions to other dogs, etc.) Orientation does not take the place of training – it allows for more time in training class to focus on teaching and practicing skills! It also gives weekly access for those with new dogs to information you need. Although not mandatory if you are an experienced positive reinforcement trainer, everyone will benefit from this extra session taken prior to your first class, to focus on how to get positive results from your Cold Nose Companions classes! Class Length: 1 - 1 hour session. Class Size: up to 20 dogs.
More Doodle: Intermediate Rally Obedience
$125.00
Saturday 4/19/2014 @ 8:45 AM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Holly Krueger. This class is for those dogs and handlers who have been through Let's Doodle: Introduction to Rally Obedience. More Doodle builds on the skills developed in the introductory class, and involves more complex moves and refines precision. The emphasis is still on fun between you and your dog! Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Let's Doodle: Introduction to Rally Obedience
$125.00
Saturday 4/19/2014 @ 10:15 AM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Holly Krueger. Rally Obedience is a fun and exciting team sport for dogs and their handlers! Dog and handler teams navigate a course with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform such as Sit-Down-Sit, Straight Figure Eight, Pivot 180° Right, Spiral Right with Dog on the Outside, and Side Step Right. Rally is different from traditional obedience competition, in that it is fresh and new every time you try it—every course is a new challenge for the dog and handler. Rally combines the “Functional” with “Fun” because all of the behaviors in the course are useful in “real life” situations with your dog. The Doodle class is an introduction to Rally, with the emphasis on Fun! Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs
Therapy Dog Preparation
$125.00
Saturday 4/19/2014 @ 12:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Beth Mann, KPA CTP. For dogs 1 year of age and up. The Therapy Dog Preparation class is designed to give you the information you need to determine if Pet Partners (formerly Delta Society) registration is right for you and your dog. Additionally, you and your dog will work on exercises to help you prepare for the Pet Partners evaluation. We strongly suggest that you and your dog complete a minimum of an intermediate level of obedience classes, such as Mind Your Manners 2: Intermediate offered at Cold Nose Companions, prior to enrolling in the Therapy Dog Preparation class. Registration is limited to six dogs. Dogs attend all six weeks. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Leash Manners
$90.00
Tuesday 4/22/2014 @ 6:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. Who's walking whom? Tired of your dog dragging YOU for a walk? If you dread sore shoulders and embarrassment when it's time to walk your dog, this class is for you. Turn your Leash Monster into the envy of the neighborhood. with our short 4-week class dedicated to loose leash walking. We put you at the control end of the leash, so you and your dog can both enjoy your walks together. For dogs of all ages. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 4 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs
Mind Your Manners 1: Foundations
$125.00
Tuesday 4/22/2014 @ 7:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. For dogs 5 months and up. This class gets you and your dog started on basic foundation behaviors: Eye Contact, Off, Sit, Down, Stand, Leave It, Stay, Come, Heel, Wait (food, doors, toys). Continue on to Mind Your Manners 2 or one of our Specialized Skill classes to refine behaviors learned in this class and make them reliable. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs.
Ready to Rally
$125.00
Thursday 4/24/2014 @ 2:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Holly Krueger. This class builds on the foundation dog and handler create in Let's Doodle and More Doodle introductory courses. The focus is on improved handling skills and preparation for competition. Beginning off-leash work as teams are able. Pre-requisite: Let's Doodle and More Doodle, or knowledge of APDT-World Cynosport Rally Level 1 or AKC Novice exercises required. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Ready to Rally
$125.00
Wednesday 4/30/2014 @ 6:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Holly Krueger. This class builds on the foundation dog and handler create in Let's Doodle and More Doodle introductory courses. The focus is on improved handling skills and preparation for competition. Beginning off-leash work as teams are able. Pre-requisite: Let's Doodle and More Doodle, or knowledge of APDT-World Cynosport Rally Level 1 or AKC Novice exercises required. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Visitor Greetings
$90.00
Saturday 5/3/2014 @ 2:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. Do you dread having visitors to the house? Or cringe when someone wants to approach you and your dog on walks? If your dog is mugging visitors and embarrassing you, this short 4-week class dedicated to turning that rude onslaught into a polite hello. For dogs of all ages. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 4 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs
Evaluation for CGC and C.L.A.S.S.
$10.00
Saturday 5/17/2014 @ 12:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. For those who aspire to achieving Canine Good Citizen or one of the three levels of the C.L.A.S.S.program. We will evaluate your dog for the desired certification and let you know the results as soon as you complete the test. We will also submit all required documentation to the certifying organization on your behalf. Class Length: 1 - 1 hour 30 minute session. Class Size: up to 3 dogs
Mind Your Manners 1: Foundations
$125.00
Sunday 5/18/2014 @ 3:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. For dogs 5 months and up. This class gets you and your dog started on basic foundation behaviors: Eye Contact, Off, Sit, Down, Stand, Leave It, Stay, Come, Heel, Wait (food, doors, toys). Continue on to Mind Your Manners 2 or one of our Specialized Skill classes to refine behaviors learned in this class and make them reliable. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs
Mind Your Manners 2: Foundations
$125.00
Tuesday 5/20/2014 @ 6:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. For dogs 5 months and up. Foundations is pre-requisite unless evaluated at the training center by a trainer. Emphasis is on improving response time, proofing behaviors against distractions, and applying foundation behaviors to everyday life situations. Those who complete the Intermediate class will have the opportunity to test for Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification and/or the Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) B.A. certificate. Continue on to Mind Your Manners 3: Certification, one of our Specialized Skill, or recreational classes to continue training with your dog. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs
Chill! Work Session
$35.00
Saturday 5/24/2014 @ 4:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. Work Sessions are open to any prior Chill! graduate as a means of continuing the behavior modification work in a flexible scheduling environment. All Work Sessions will be advised by a single instructor, and exercises will be adapted to accomodate participants. All typical Chill! safety and class protocols will apply to these Work Sessions. Limited to six dogs; open enrollment while space is available. No new profile is required. Pre-requisite: Chill! for Reactive Dogs. Class Length: 1 - 1 hour session. Class Size: up to 6 dogs
Come When Called
$90.00
Thursday 5/29/2014 @ 7:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. If you are tired of screaming "Come!" at your dog's back end while he fades in the distance, then this is the class for you. Keep your sanity and your dog safe. Building a reliable recall can be fun for you and your dog, and is the key to more off-leash fun together. We'll show you how to build that great recall in this short, 4-week class. For dogs of all ages. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 4 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs.
Teenage Terrors
$150.00
Tuesday 6/3/2014 @ 7:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. For dogs 5 months to 2 years, typically high energy dogs with little impulse control. Emphasis is on control exercises: Sit-Stay, Down-Stay, Eye Contact, Leash Manners, Control Around People & Dogs (including visitor greetings), Come. Introduction to Protocol for Relaxation. Continue on to Mind Your Manners 2 or one of our Specialized Skill classes to refine behaviors learned in this class and make them reliable. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs
Chill! for Reactive Dogs
$200.00
Saturday 6/7/2014 @ 4:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. This class is for dogs who react aggressively to other dogs or strangers, or are so over-stimulated that they appear aggressive. It is an intensive six-week class to help your dog learn how to maintain his/her composure in the presence of others and behave in non-aggressive ways. You will learn how to handle your dog confidently in public and manage your dog's environment and behavior for peaceful interactions with people and dogs. The class uses positive reinforcement clicker methods to modify behavior. Enrollment is limited to six dogs; dogs do not come to the first session. All interested owners should complete the and submit it to carol@coldnosecompanions.com. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Leash Manners
$90.00
Sunday 6/8/2014 @ 5:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. Who's walking whom? Tired of your dog dragging YOU for a walk? If you dread sore shoulders and embarrassment when it's time to walk your dog, this class is for you. Turn your Leash Monster into the envy of the neighborhood. with our short 4-week class dedicated to loose leash walking. We put you at the control end of the leash, so you and your dog can both enjoy your walks together. For dogs of all ages. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 4 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs.
Ready to Rally
$125.00
Saturday 6/14/2014 @ 8:45 AM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Holly Krueger. This class builds on the foundation dog and handler create in Let's Doodle and More Doodle introductory courses. The focus is on improved handling skills and preparation for competition. Beginning off-leash work as teams are able. Pre-requisite: Let's Doodle and More Doodle, or knowledge of APDT-World Cynosport Rally Level 1 or AKC Novice exercises required. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
More Doodle: Intermediate Rally Obedience
$125.00
Saturday 6/14/2014 @ 10:15 AM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Holly Krueger. This class is for those dogs and handlers who have been through Let's Doodle: Introduction to Rally Obedience. More Doodle builds on the skills developed in the introductory class, and involves more complex moves and refines precision. The emphasis is still on fun between you and your dog! Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs
Chill! Work Session
$35.00
Saturday 6/14/2014 @ 2:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. Work Sessions are open to any prior Chill! graduate as a means of continuing the behavior modification work in a flexible scheduling environment. All Work Sessions will be advised by a single instructor, and exercises will be adapted to accomodate participants. All typical Chill! safety and class protocols will apply to these Work Sessions. Limited to six dogs; open enrollment while space is available. No new profile is required. Pre-requisite: Chill! for Reactive Dogs. Class Length: 1 - 1 hour session. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Evaluation for CGC and C.L.A.S.S.
$10.00
Saturday 6/21/2014 @ 2:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. For those who aspire to achieving Canine Good Citizen or one of the three levels of the C.L.A.S.S.program. We will evaluate your dog for the desired certification and let you know the results as soon as you complete the test. We will also submit all required documentation to the certifying organization on your behalf. Class Length: 1 - 1 hour 30 minute session. Class Size: up to 3 dogs.
Mind Your Manners 3: Certification
$125.00
Tuesday 7/15/2014 @ 7:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. For dogs 5 months and up. Intermediate is pre-requisite unless evaluated at the Training Center by a trainer. This class prepares you and your dog to test for Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification and/or one of the three levels of Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) certificates. Continue training with your dog with specialized or recreational classes. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs.
Leash Manners
$90.00
Monday 7/21/2014 @ 6:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. Who's walking whom? Tired of your dog dragging YOU for a walk? If you dread sore shoulders and embarrassment when it's time to walk your dog, this class is for you. Turn your Leash Monster into the envy of the neighborhood. with our short 4-week class dedicated to loose leash walking. We put you at the control end of the leash, so you and your dog can both enjoy your walks together. For dogs of all ages. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 4 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs.
Chill! for Reactive Dogs
$200.00
Saturday 7/26/2014 @ 4:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Carol Peter, CPDT-KA. This class is for dogs who react aggressively to other dogs or strangers, or are so over-stimulated that they appear aggressive. It is an intensive six-week class to help your dog learn how to maintain his/her composure in the presence of others and behave in non-aggressive ways. You will learn how to handle your dog confidently in public and manage your dog's environment and behavior for peaceful interactions with people and dogs. The class uses positive reinforcement clicker methods to modify behavior. Enrollment is limited to six dogs; dogs do not come to the first session. All interested owners should complete the and submit it to carol@coldnosecompanions.com. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 6 dogs.
Come When Called
$90.00
Sunday 7/27/2014 @ 3:30 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. If you are tired of screaming "Come!" at your dog's back end while he fades in the distance, then this is the class for you. Keep your sanity and your dog safe. Building a reliable recall can be fun for you and your dog, and is the key to more off-leash fun together. We'll show you how to build that great recall in this short, 4-week class. For dogs of all ages. We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before your class begins. Class Length: 4 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 8 dogs.
Puppy PLUS
Sunday @ 2:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. As always, only positive reinforcement methods are used to help your pup learn to be a polite member of society, and a treasured member of your household. Classes will be serious fun!! We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before you begin your Puppy PLUS class. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 10 dogs
PLUS means Puppies Learning Usable Skills. Puppy PLUS is different from traditional puppy classes in these ways:
Open enrollment. You can start any week and continue for six consecutive weeks. Because of the immediacy of needs in dealing with a new puppy, Puppy PLUS offers you quick access to help and learning. Real world application. Each week, the session culminates in a simulated real world scenario– like a visit to the vet, the arrival of visitors, cooking and eating meals, and going for a walk – so that you can practice and apply the skills you’re learning in situations you’ll encounter.
Each of the self-contained weekly lessons is designed to address these critical areas of learning and development for your pup:
Socialization through exposure to novel sounds, surfaces and situations, as well as play with other pups to develop appropriate dog social skills. Skills – your pup will learn to focus on you, alternatives to jumping on people, sit, down, stay, leave it and walk nicely on leash. The value of calm behavior and self-control!
Puppy PLUS
Thursday @ 6:00 PM. Cold Nose Companions Training Center Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA. As always, only positive reinforcement methods are used to help your pup learn to be a polite member of society, and a treasured member of your household. Classes will be serious fun!! We strongly encourage you to attend one of our FREE Orientation sessions before you begin your Puppy PLUS class. Class Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions. Class Size: up to 10 dogs
PLUS means Puppies Learning Usable Skills. Puppy PLUS is different from traditional puppy classes in these ways:
Real world application. Each week, the session culminates in a simulated real world scenario– like a visit to the vet, the arrival of visitors, cooking and eating meals, and going for a walk – so that you can practice and apply the skills you’re learning in situations you’ll encounter.
Each of the self-contained weekly lessons is designed to address these critical areas of learning and development for your pup:
Skills – your pup will learn to focus on you, alternatives to jumping on people, sit, down, stay, leave it and walk nicely on leash. The value of calm behavior and self-control!
What is Chill! for Reactive Dogs?
Does your dog react aggressively to other dogs or strangers
or is he/she so overly stimulated that social interaction with people and dogs can appear aggressive? If you worry about visitors to your home or taking your dog out into public and being able to handle him, Chill! just might be the class for you and your dog.
Testimonials
Here's what some of our clients say about "Chill!"
Heather Ann
"Just wanted to let you know that progress with Foster has continued since our Chill! class ended, and I am VERY happy to report that our evening walks are becoming relaxing. I can’t tell you how rewarding it is to see this training in action, to see Foster handle a situation much better than I expected, and to feel we are working as a team. I have you to thank for that. Anyway, just wanted to give you a little update and thank you again for a great class"
Kellie Turner
"I have taken your classes very much to heart and there is not a day that I do not try to get Toby's walk in our schedule. He knows that too! I see improvement every day and I will never stop "practicing" what we learned from you! To be able to have a walk like we had today was so wonderful and we could not have done it without the "tools" that you taught us! I can not thank you enough for the gift that you have given us!"
Becky & Joe Gellott
"Kodiak and Kenai have been doing very well and we credit the majority of Kodiak's success with life in general to his time in Chill class with you. Carol you would be so proud of him! He has productive walks where he is happy and able to ignore stimuli that used to really upset him. We even had a greeting with the cats on the other side of our gates earlier today and he was just trying to smell them not eat them! He loves working on his commands and has a solid idea about boundaries too."
Courtney & Bill Mathews
"I had to update you on Winchester. He walked right past a highly energetic two year old lab mix at the vet. He was inches away from her. He didn't look at her, though he did sniff her before the exam. This would not have happened before Chill class. Weeks ago he would have lunged at her with his teeth bared. I just had to thank you for creating the class."
What did you like best about the class?
The instructor
Working on the fundamentals helped us to be better grounded
The small size of the class, allowing for lots of attention from the instructor for each dog
Individual attention to each dog/owner
Patience of instructor/s and seeing other dogs progress
Nice to know we're not alone, and learning skills to handle events.
That it gave me the tools I need to help calm my dog when she's in stressful situations.
All the tips for verbal cues - and Rusty really liked doing his "homework."
Also the feedback we got from you watching us and correcting our behavior.
The chance to work with other dogs in a controlled environment while getting immediate feedback and suggestions
Exposing my dog to the presence of other dogs in a non-threatening way
Seeing immediate results
The exercises helped her confidence and us to bond, as well
Helped refocus my dog and me
That we actually worked with other reactive dogs. I loved the space.
The training methods are positive and if you use them consistently they really work! Best training we have had
How class participants rated the experience
On a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being highly effective, participants rated the following:
Class workbook: 4.26
Class exercises: 4.62
Behavior modification methods: 4.52
Instructor: 4.85
The class overall: 4.60
In addition:
The vast majority of participants reported decreased level of reactivity in their dog as a result of the class.
Nearly all participants feel more confident in their ability to handle their dog in the presence of his/her reactive triggers as a result of taking the class.
All participants would recommend Chill! for Reactive Dogs to a friend or family member with a reactive dog.
More About Chill!
This intensive six-week class
designed and taught by Carol Peter, CPDT-KA, will help your dog learn how to maintain his/her composure in the presence of others and behave in non-aggressive ways.
You will learn how to handle your dog confidently in public and manage your dog’s environment and behavior for peaceful interactions with people and dogs.
Class enrollment is capped at six dogs.
The class uses positive reinforcement clicker training methods to modify behavior. All participants receive a high degree of personal attention and one-on-one coaching.
If you feel you still need more work after Chill! for Reactive Dogs, we now offer Chill! Work Sessions once a month for any Chill! graduate.
Info
Cold Nose Companions is founded on the belief that Positive Methods yield Positive Results.
You don't need to establish "dominance" over your dog or use aversive methods to "show him who's boss." In fact, you develop a deeper bond and mutual trust when you reward the behavior you want. Being opportunists, dogs will repeat the behavior that gets them the good stuff. And everyone has fun!
Carol Peter, CPDT-KA and Chance
Carol Peter, principle trainer and owner of Cold Nose Companions
LLC has always loved dogs, but discovered her passion for training dogs as a shelter volunteer. There, she saw countless dogs surrendered by their humans due to behavioral issues that could have been addressed through proactive training and positive reinforcement techniques.
Carol became one of the inaugural trainers in Geauga Humane Society's Rescue
Village's Homeward Bound program more than 10 years ago, which helped thousands of dogs find - and stay in - loving new forever homes by modifying problem behaviors.
Her commitment to compassionate, positive training methods led her to achieve accreditation as Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed.
She has honed her skills through continuing education and practical hands-on work with dogs that have complex behavioral issues such as separation anxiety, fear, reactivity, aggression and destructive behaviors.
Carol adheres to the highest standards of the dog training profession
and maintains professional membership in the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and Animal Behavior Associates' Behavior Education Network for professionals. She is also an evaluator for the AKC Canine Good Citizen program, as well as the Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) program.
Carol shares her life and her home with two dogs (featured on the pages of this website)
three cats, and her husband of more than 37 years. She satisfies her passion for animal welfare by volunteering at the Geauga County Dog Shelter and supporting several rescue groups.
Rosanne Hall, CPDT-KA and Finnegan
Rosanne Hall is an experienced dog trainer with 11 years of experience working with shelter dogs as a walker and trainer
and as a professional dog trainer at a major pet store chain. Rosanne achieved her Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed certification in October 2012.
Her passion for dog training developed as the result of her shelter experience, and the realization that the vast majority of dogs are surrendered to shelters simply because they are untrained.
The behavioral issues people cite for giving up their pets - jumping on people, barking, destroying property, pulling on leash, potty training problems, not coming when called and more - all can be addressed by training. Besides, training is fun, and forms a bond between you and your dog that enriches both of your lives!
Dogs have been Rosanne’s lifelong love, and she has always had rescues.
She lives with three –including Finnegan, a deaf English bulldog puppy. She also trained with her border collie mix, Bailey, to achieve AKC Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog certification and visit local hospitals, including Rainbow Babies & Children. Her third dog, Morgan’s hyper temperament is not suited for therapy work - in fact, she says she has a therapy dog and one who needs therapy! But Morgan has afforded Rosanne valuable first-hand knowledge of how to make even a challenging dog the best she can be. Be assured, whatever your challenges with your dog, she has experienced it too, as an owner and a trainer!
Rosanne puts everything she knows about dogs to work for you to produce a happy pet, happy people and a home free of dog issues!
Holly Krueger and Moses, Grace, Twizzler and Chelsea
Holly Krueger teaches Rally, a fun and exciting team sport for dogs and their handlers!
Dog and handler teams navigate a course with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform such as Sit-Down-Sit, Straight Figure Eight, Pivot 180° Right, Spiral Right with Dog on the Outside, and Side Step Right. The Let’s Doodle and More Doodle classes are an introduction to Rally, with the emphasis on Fun! Both six-session classes are taught by Holly Krueger, an accomplished Rally champion.
Holly has had a love of animals as long as she can remember - especially dogs.
She enjoys accompanying Moses and Grace, CGC-Pet Partners therapy dogs who regularly visit children with Autism and other special needs, as well as local nursing homes.
While working on Canine Good Citizen and therapy dog certification, she began looking into other dog and handler activities.
That was the beginning of her involvement in Rally Obedience. She enjoys the emphasis on positive reinforcement, communication, and interaction between handler and their dog. Rally focuses on team work and fun while maneuvering through a course with signs challenging the team's obedience skills. She participates in Rally with her two Brussels Griffons, Moses and Twizzler.
Moses' accomplishments include
AKC Rally Novice, Rally Advanced, Rally Excellent, 2010 Nationally Ranked # 4 AKC First and Foremost Rally Novice Brussels Griffon APDT: Level 1 with Award of Excellence (AOE) , Level 1 X 2-AOE, Level 2-AOE, Level 2 X 3-AOE, Level 3-AOE, Level 3 X 2-AOE, ARCH, ARCHX, ARCHEX, ARCHMX, APDT 2010 Nationally Ranked # 13 Level 1 X, APDT 2012 Nationally Ranked # 7 Level 3 X, CWAGS: CW-SR.
Twizzler has achieved
AKC Rally, Novice, Rally, Advanced, Rally Excellent, 2010 Nationally Ranked # 5 AKC First and Foremost Rally Novice Brussels Griffon, APDT: Level 1-AOE, Level 1 X-AOE, Level 2-AOE, Level 2 X-AOE, Level 3-AOE, ARCH, ARCHX, CWAGS: CW-SR.
Holly considers her greatest training accomplishment to be assisting Twizzler to overcome her
at times, paralyzing fearfulness. She is now able enjoy life with her little tail wagging and joyful gait.
Holly calls home with her Jaden Kitty, four dogs -- Chelsea, Grace, Moses and Twizzler
and, of course, Jim, her husband of over 20 years who shares her commitment and love of their furry family members and chauffeurs them to Rally Obedience trials and other dog events.
She enjoys sharing her experience by helping teams learn Rally and enjoy the bonding and fun.
Beth Mann, KPA CTP
Many people would find being called the “dog lady” a dubious honor
but Beth Mann considers it a compliment. Her friends and neighbors know who to ask for advice about training, kenneling, and pet care. After years of working at boarding kennels, breeders, and taking classes; Beth decided to become a dog trainer. She loves dogs and the human-animal bond that exists between owners and their pets.
Beth Mann is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP),
and a licensed Pet Partners Evaluator and Instructor, as well as a Certified Trick Dog Instructor and Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. She is member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, Western Reserve Poodle Club (Poodle rescue committee). Among her six dogs, Beth has three therapy dogs and maintains an active visitation schedule at both medical facilities and assisted living centers. She also enjoys performing for local seniors with her Pomeranian, Paco, who she has trained to do a variety of entertaining tricks.
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General Info
Hours
Monday:
2:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday:
2:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday:
2:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday:
2:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday:
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday:
9:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday:
1:00pm - 6:00pm
About Us
Cold Nose Companions is founded on the belief that Positive Methods yield Positive Results. You don't need to establish "dominance" over your dog or use aversive methods to "show him who's boss." In fact, you develop a deeper bond and mutual trust when you reward the behavior you want. Being opportunists, dogs will repeat the behavior that gets them the good stuff. And everyone has fun!