Introducing

Our “Everything Puppy”
In-Home Program

Private, in-home puppy training + Lifetime Access to our E-Learning Centers + Exceptional Canines proprietary methods (Phoenix & surrounding cities).

Built to turn “What did we just adopt?” into “Wow… this dog is Exceptional.”
Calm structure. Clear steps. Real-life results.
Best for: first-time puppy parents
Best for: busy families & high-energy breeds
Best for: anyone who wants results without living in chaos
No pressure. No rushing. Just the right step, at the right time.
Reality Check

You Thought You Were Getting a Puppy!

What you actually got is a land shark with zoomies… and a bladder the size of a raisin.

The “Six Minutes In” Checklist
a talent for finding the one thing you can’t afford to replace
an emotional support shadow that follows you into the bathroom like it pays rent
and you… already tired. (Normal.)
Why This Program Exists

So your puppy doesn’t become a 75-lb “we need help” situation later.
We install calm structure early — while habits are still easy to shape.

Puppy Training Playbook

Why Puppy Training Isn’t Just About Skills

Sit/Down/Stay is the part everyone sees. The real win is what your puppy learns when life gets weird and your house turns into a tiny circus.

What they’re really learning
Stress regulation • recovery after surprises • what’s safe • how much they trust you.
That’s the foundation.
The hard truth (said nicely)
A puppy can “sit” and still melt down under pressure. Skills without emotional regulation look great… until real life shows up.
What we teach (so your puppy doesn’t spiral)
Pause instead of react Choose instead of explode Check-in instead of bolt Settle instead of spiral

Skills are the surface. Confidence, clarity, and recovery are the foundation. That’s how you get a dog who can handle real life without losing their mind.

Want the fastest start? Do a Super Session →
(Included in Everything Puppy — but perfect if you want to “try me out” first.)
Mission Control

What Makes Exceptional Canines Different

We train both ends of the leash. Mostly the one holding it.
Structure before skills. Calm first. Then obedience.
Real-life training. Not “it worked in the living room.”
Phased progress. Clarity → structure → proof. That’s why it sticks.
⚠ READ THIS BEFORE CHOOSING A PROGRAM

This Is The Part Most People Skip — And Regret Later.

The toggles below explain how development works, why phases matter, why pricing varies, what happens during adolescence, and how real-life proofing actually happens.

If you understand this section, you make smarter decisions. If you skip it, you guess.

Exceptional Canines™ • Program Phases

The 8-Second Overview

Pick the phase your dog’s brain is ready for. Then dive deeper in the toggles below.
Phase 1
JumpStart
Install the brakes. Teach the language. Build calm structure at home.
Sit, “Yes” marker • name response • clarity
Potty plan • crate comfort • bite inhibition • Recall
Early impulse control • socialization done right
Phase 2
Gold Standard
Make it stick. Add structure under light, controlled real-life distraction.
Recall expands • leash manners begin
Place/bed • stay • greetings • household calm
“Leave it / Drop it” grows • distractions build
Phase 3
Platinum
Unlimited 6-Month Program
Proof obedience in real life. Reliability under distraction — not “trainer-only” obedience.
Off-leash recall (proofed) • stays under distraction
Real-world “place” • guests • doorways • movement
Restaurants • parks • patios • “life is happening” manners
This Is Important
Phase 1 & 2 vs. Unlimited

The difference between building the system — and proofing reliability in real life.

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This is the part most people don’t hear explained clearly — so, let’s slow it down.
Phase 1 & Phase 2 programs build the system.

We install language. We add structure. We introduce light, controlled distractions. Think: foundations and early structure — not chaos, not pressure, not real-world stress tests. These programs give your dog the tools… but they don’t pretend the job is finished yet.

Unlimited (Phase 3) is different: it proofs obedience.

Not in theory. Not in the living room. In real life. Unlimited runs on a 3-week rhythm for up to 6 months — but here’s the key: time does not advance the program. Proof does.

Here’s what that looks like in real life
Real recall (not backyard recall)

Let’s say we’re working on recall. Not “come in the backyard when nothing’s happening” — but real recall. Fido on a 60-foot long line. At a park. With smells, dogs, people, and life happening.

If it takes 4 weeks to proof that recall — meaning Fido turns and comes back to you 8 out of 10 times, calmly, without hesitation — then that’s what we work. We don’t rush it. We don’t stack the next behavior.

Why Unlimited works
  • Because obedience isn’t what a dog does once.
  • It’s what they do repeatedly — under distraction — when everything else is more interesting.
  • Unlimited isn’t “more sessions.” It’s more environments, more maturity, and more proof.
  • Phase 1 and 2 build the dog. Unlimited builds the reliability.
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We’ll figure out which phase your puppy (aka “dog in training”) is ready for — and why.
Program Phases
PHASE 1 — FOUNDATIONS

Our Jump Start Program • where learning actually begins

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We’re working with a developing brain.

Think: kindergarten through early elementary (age, breed, maturity).

This phase is about language + clarity.

Not distraction. Not proofing. Just understanding.

What we install in Phase 1
Name recognitionEspecially important for rescues or renamed puppies.
Marker word training (“Yes”)Your “Yes” actually means something.
Emergency recall foundationsThe beginning of “come” that matters when it matters.
Potty training structureA plan that works in real life — not just in theory.
Crate workSafe space, not puppy jail.
Bite inhibitionBecause tiny teeth have big confidence.
Early impulse controlPatience, young gremlin.
Early socialization (done correctly)Confidence-building, not random overstimulation.
Work-to-eat toy introductionsBrain work = calmer puppy (and calmer humans).
Take It / Leave ItLevels 1–2.
The Goal of Phase 1

Your puppy understands the rules of the world they live in — and how learning works inside your home. This sets the tone for everything that comes next.

Program Phases
PHASE 2 — STRUCTURE

Our Gold Standard Program • Includes Phase 1 Training

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Now we bring the skills into real life.

The foundation exists. Your puppy understands the language — now structure starts to matter outside the living room.

This is early proofing.

Not advanced obedience. Not high-pressure expectations. Just guided reps in the real world.

Structure beats chaos.

We prevent bad habits from getting loud by installing calm patterns early.

What expands in Phase 2
Recall expandsEveryday recall + emergency recall (long line, yard, front yard).
Leash manners beginWe build calm walking habits before bad habits get loud.
Place / Bed startsStructure + calm in the home (during normal daily chaos).
Focus tested lightlyNot pressure — gentle reality checks.
Socialization continuesHumans, dogs, places, sounds — done correctly (not randomly).
Take It / Leave It / Drop ItLevel 3 introduced.
Jumping on visitorsAddressed with structure so greetings don’t turn into parkour.
Mouthing & prey driveGuided correctly — not ignored, not punished, not “they’ll grow out of it.”
Light corrections (when needed)Operant conditioning — clear feedback, not emotional reactions.
Gradual distraction toleranceDesensitization step-by-step to build confidence.
Reminder This phase is early proofing — not advanced obedience, not high pressure, not perfection.
The Goal of Phase 2

Your puppy can choose you when things are interesting — but not overwhelming. That choice is what makes Phase 3 possible.

Translation: skills leave the living room and start working in real life.
Program Phases
PHASE 3 — PROOFING (PLATINUM)

6-Month Unlimited Training • Includes Phases 1–2–3

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This is where real obedience lives.

Not the kind that works when the house is quiet — the kind that works when life is happening.

Proof without foundations always cracks.

Phase 3 only works because Phase 1 built clarity and Phase 2 added structure.

This is “real life training.”

More environments, more maturity, more repetition — because that’s what creates reliability.

What “Unlimited” actually means
  • Unlimited does not mean “more sessions.”It means more environments, more maturity, more repetition, and more proof.
  • Obedience isn’t what your dog does in your living room.It’s what they do when the world gets loud… and they still check in with you.
Where obedience actually gets tested
The Amazon driver is at the doorAnd your dog doesn’t bolt for it.
There’s a cat behind the driverAnd your dog stays in your world.
A squirrel/rabbit/dog appearsAnd your dog chooses direction over impulse.
Guests are coming and goingAnd greetings don’t become parkour.
What we focus on in Phase 3
Stay under moderate–high distractionInside and outside.
Go-to-place (and hold it)Guests, movement, noise, party energy.
60-foot long-line recallBeyond the backyard — parks, smells, chaos included.
Park-level distractionsWhere obedience actually gets tested.
Real-world mannersNot “trainer manners”… real life manners.
Take It / Leave It / Drop ItLevel 3 fully proofed + Level 4 introduced.
Proper leash mannersAs neck/trachea finish developing.
Reactive-dog leash work (when applicable)U-turns, turns, heel work, sit-stay under outdoor distraction.
Adolescence behaviors“Maybe I’ll listen… maybe I won’t” handled correctly — not emotionally.
The Goal of Phase 3

Your dog is reliable — not just trained. Reliable when things are calm. Reliable when things are chaotic. Reliable when it actually matters.

This program is for families who don’t want “it works most of the time.” They want a dog they can trust — in real life.

No pressure. No shortcuts. Just proof.
“We thought our dog ‘knew’ everything… until real life showed up.”

Guests, distractions, adolescence — all of it unraveled fast. What changed everything was the phased approach. Nothing felt rushed. Nothing felt forced. Each step actually made sense — for our dog and for us. Now our dog doesn’t just listen — he checks in. That’s the difference.

— Exceptional Canines Client
This Explains A Lot
Why Phased Training Works

And why rushing it creates a hot mess

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Puppies don’t develop all at once. Confidence doesn’t show up overnight. And obedience doesn’t magically “stick” just because your puppy did it once in your kitchen like a little angel.

That’s not a broken-dog situation. That’s development.
Why Most Training Fails
  • Puppy learns a skill once
  • We assume it’s installed
  • Life gets louder
  • The dog forgets they have ears
  • Everyone gets frustrated

Not because your dog is stubborn. Not because you’re doing it wrong. Because the skill was taught before your dog was ready to keep it under real-life conditions.
Phased Training = How Dogs Actually Learn Dogs learn in layers.

You don’t teach algebra before numbers. You don’t teach driving before walking. And you don’t expect obedience under distraction before the dog understands the language.
Phased training respects:
brain development • fear periods • emotional maturity • impulse control • real-world distraction tolerance
Each phase has one job:

Phase 1 — Install language and understanding.
Phase 2 — Add structure under light distraction.
Phase 3 — Proof behaviors as maturity catches up.

Simple. Not fluffy.
Why “Unlimited” Isn’t About More Visits Unlimited means support across development.

What works at 4 months doesn’t look the same at 9 months. Larger or working breeds often develop well past a year.

Phased programs account for that — instead of pretending your dog is a robot with a USB training download.
The Result

Skills stick.
Confidence grows.
Regression doesn’t derail everything.
Dogs recover faster.
Humans feel clear — not overwhelmed.
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No pressure. No rushing. Just the right step, at the right time.
Let’s Clear This Up
Why Pricing Always Varies

Pricing isn’t random — it reflects what your dog actually needs.

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Pricing isn’t based on vibes, guesswork, or how cute your dog is (although… let’s be honest — they’re probably very cute or handsome).
Most families invest within this range:
Exact pricing depends on program length + case complexity + travel.
$695 – $2,595
What actually affects pricing
Program lengthPhase 1, Gold (Phase 2), or Platinum (Unlimited) — foundations vs. proofed obedience.
Dog’s age, breed & developmental stageBrains mature on different timelines — training respects that.
Complexity of the caseConfidence gaps, impulse control, reactivity, or “we need a plan” dogs.
Travel distanceIn-home training means I come to where real life happens.
Rescue or shelter historyStreet survival, fear history, confidence rebuilding — it matters.
Where I work
Based in North Phoenix • Serving Phoenix Metro + Northern AZ

Queen Creek, Mesa, Chandler, East Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, Goodyear, Buckeye, Surprise, Wickenburg, Prescott Valley, Dewey, Prescott, Sedona, Cottonwood, Cornville — and yes, even Flagstaff.

Travel time is time — and pricing reflects that clearly, calmly, and fairly.

Start With a Super Session →
That’s where we assess your dog, your goals, and map the right lane.
No pressure. No upsells mid-session. Just a clear plan — built for the dog you actually have.
Built-In Support
Private. Protected. On Purpose.

The 3 E-Learning Center & Puppy Development Portals = $$$ and you'll have (Lifetime Access)

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This is the part most programs don’t tell you about.

And the part clients quietly say, “Okay… this explains why it works.” Training doesn’t magically stick the moment I leave. Real learning happens in between sessions — when life gets loud, schedules fall apart, and your puppy suddenly acts like they’ve never met you before.

Here’s what you get lifetime access to
The Puppy Development Center Clear explanations of developmental stages, fear periods, confidence building, and what’s actually normal as your puppy grows — so you stop guessing and second-guessing yourself.
The E-Learning Center Short videos, refreshers, and real-time “what do I do right now?” guidance — without spiraling through Google or YouTube at 11:47pm.
Downloadable Tools & Charts So expectations stay realistic, progress stays calm, and everyone in the house plays by the same rules.
After your first Super Session
Once we’ve worked together in person, you unlock additional private resources:

The After-Super-Session Portal Reinforcement videos, reminders, and structure tied directly to your session — so the plan doesn’t fade once I walk out the door.

The Advanced Learning Center For future challenges, treatment programs, behavior questions, and “okay… now what?” moments — even months or years down the road.

Client-only access. Password protected. Proprietary methods.

Shared intentionally — not public content, not generic advice. Access is for life. Not a subscription. Not a timer. Not “expires after X weeks.”

Included because real training doesn’t stop when the session ends.

On its own, this level of support is easily worth hundreds of dollars. Here, it’s included — so you don’t just get sessions. You get support, context, and answers — now, later, and when life throws a curveball.

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Then we build your plan — and you get lifetime backup.

Here’s Where Most Puppy Owners Get Stuck.

They wait.
They hope.
They “try a few things.”

And by six months… those cute habits aren’t so cute anymore.

Puppies don’t grow out of chaos. They grow into whatever gets repeated.

Start With Clarity

You Don’t Need a “Perfect” Puppy.
You Need a Plan.

Not a Pinterest puppy. Not a “hope this works” program. A structured plan built around the breed you chose, the schedule you actually have, and the chaos currently happening in your kitchen.

Not sure yet? Start with a Super Session and see if we're a fit. We assess. We map the phase. We build correctly + give you a plan you can follow for 3-6 weeks.

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Exceptional Canines certified in-home dog trainers specialize in dog training, puppy training, aggressive dog training, leash reactivity, lack of confidence issues, potty training, not coming when called, and bad behavior change for dogs in Phoenix, Arizona and surrounding cities like, Anthem, Carefree, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, Litchfield Park, Goodyear, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Paradise Valley, Chandler, Peoria, Surprise, Glendale, Tempe, Avondale, Mesa. We also service the Northern Arizona areas of Prescott, Prescott Ridge, Cottonwood, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey, Camp Verde, Sedona, Queen Creek

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