Methods Built for Real Life

Canine Training Programs

We believe in creating clear communication between you and your dog using a balanced training methodology. By combining positive reinforcement to reward desired behaviors with fair, clear corrections to set boundaries, we teach reliable obedience under high-distraction, real-world conditions.

Our Signature Immersion Training

Board & Train Programs

Your dog stays in a structured environment with Tonya, learning solid foundation behaviors, crate manners, social boundaries, and loose-leash walking.

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3-4 Weeks Program

Puppy / Foundation

Perfect for puppies (under 6 months) or adult dogs with no major behavioral issues who need a solid foundation of basic commands and loose-leash walking.

  • Loose Leash Walking
  • Commands: Sit, Down, Place
  • Crate & House Manners
  • Social Boundaries
IncludesHandover Coaching Lesson
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6 Weeks Program

Obedience & Distractions

Our most requested program. Covers advanced obedience and proofing commands around heavy distractions. Great for dogs with medium behavioral issues like jumping, counter surfing, or minor reactivity.

  • Standard leash obedience
  • Distraction proofing (parks, stores)
  • Addressing jumping, barking
  • Reliable recall (coming when called)
IncludesHandover Coaching Lessons + Collar
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6-8 Weeks Program

Behavior Modification

Designed for dogs with serious behavioral issues, including moderate leash reactivity, fearfulness, resource guarding, or separation anxiety. Includes comprehensive lifestyle retraining.

  • Full Behavior Modification
  • Off-leash recall foundations
  • Desensitization & Socialization
  • Resource guarding resolution
IncludesHandover Lessons + Premium Collar
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Health & Safety NoticeAll dogs in our Board & Train programs follow AAHA-recommended health protocols. Puppies under 16 weeks follow a limited-exposure training plan while completing their vaccination series.
Alternative Training Options

Other Services Offered

Dog trainer coaching an owner

Private Coaching Lessons

One-on-one sessions where Tonya coaches you and your dog together. Perfect for hands-on owners who want to actively participate in the day-to-day training process. Held in-home or at a local Iowa park.

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Real-World Socialization

Multi-Animal Exposure & Neutrality

A key component of our balanced training philosophy is teaching your dog to remain calm, focused, and neutral around a wide variety of stimuli. At Sprout's Legacy, your dog won't just learn commands—they will be carefully exposed to and trained around other animals.

Through structured introductions, your dog learns to be friendly, receptive, and calm around chickens, ducks, turkeys, cats, kittens, other puppies, and farm animals. This builds real-world reliability so you can confidently take your dog anywhere.

Training your dog to choose neutrality and calm behavior around distractions.
Dog socializing with farm animals

Watch: Neutrality Around Chickens

Unsure Which Program is Right?

Tonya will help evaluate your dog's temperament, behavior patterns, and your lifestyle to recommend the program that will set your dog up for lifelong success.

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