I am a qualified animal behaviourist using only force-free techniques. I am listed on the Centre of Applied Pet Ethology - International's website as an expert https://coape.org/find-a-behaviourist-directory/listing/carina-kurpershoek
I work mainly in Centurion and Pretoria surrounds in South Africa.
Dog behaviour modification consultations
Is your dog struggling with behaviour issues like the following, to name a few examples: Excessive barking, destructive chewing, newfound fears, is going to the vet or groomer a nightmare? No matter their age, these challenges can be addressed with the right approach. As a dedicated dog behaviourist, I am here to help you and your furry friend overcome these obstacles. Together, we can create a tailored plan to improve your dog's behaviour, enhance their well-being, and strengthen the bond between you. Reach out today to start your journey towards a happier, more harmonious life with your dog.
Intro-analysis cost starts from R450 onwards. Further cost per session starting from R220 onwards · final quote after the first conversation, length of a consultation is typically a minimum of 2 hours
Life skills: Dogs older than 4 Months
- Customized training programs are available for dogs over 4 months old based on your specific goals, in the line of general basic obedience.
- Teaching your dog to stay on cue, walk manageably on a leash (I teach here to still let your dog explore without pulling you), lie down on cue, and refrain from jumping on you, are some examples.
- I use positive reinforcement techniques along with clicker training.
- Training sessions can be conducted at your home or in other areas where your dog needs to learn to cope, such as walking in your neighbourhood.
Intro-analysis cost starts from R450 onwards. Further cost per session starting from R220 onwards: final quote after first meeting · length of a session is typically a minimum of 1 and a half hours
Pro-active training for veterinary visits
You can prepare your dog for veterinary visits to make veterinary visits a lot less stressful overall for both human and dog.
This training package is designed for dogs older than 4 months of age that does not have excessive fears towards body handling and a veterinary practice. If this is the case a more tailor-made behaviour modification programme will be applicable subject to different costing.
This training package includes the following: 1) Body handling (this includes amongst other things nail clipping), examining and restraint taken to an advanced level, 2) Preparing your dog to take pills easily and medication through mouth, 3) Preparing your dog to cope well with administering ear medication, 4) Preparing your dog to cope well with taking a rectal temperature, 5) Preparing your dog to cope well with listening to their heart through a stethoscope, 6) Preparing your dog to cope well with a X-ray procedure, taking a blood sample and taking their blood pressure, 7) Crate training, 8) Preparing your dog to cope well with typical smells of a veterinary practice, 9) Preparing your dog to cope well with a Elizabethan collar.
All of this is trained using only positive reinforcement training techniques and principles of systematic desensitisation.
The cost of this total training package is R700 and includes the following: 1) Sessions necessary to reach an advanced level at all 9 points mentioned above, however the training programme must be completed in 3 months 2) Certain equipment needed, a list will be provided of the equipment that is included and excluded.
This training package is presented at my venue in Lyttelton Manor, Pretoria, therefore you need to come to me with your dog.
Dog walking
If you need someone to help you meet your dog's mental stimulation needs during the week?
I come and walk your dog(s), the minimum time spent is 45 minutes.
Cost per walk starting from R80 onwards: Final quotation after first meeting · minimum of 45 minutes
Puppy programme: Dogs younger than 4 months of age
Paws2Train collaborates with Oday Vets, for puppies younger than 4 months of age. They have a fantastic facility in Rooihuiskraal, Centurion, Pretoria, and a 6-week programme on Saturdays. The cost of the 6-week programme is currently R1000 per puppy, a second puppy from the same family can enrol the same time at R800 for the programme.