Welcome to the Blackhawk K-9 Academy Silver Membership! We’re thrilled to have you as part of this next-level training program, designed to provide you with a comprehensive approach to your dog’s development. As a Silver member, you’ll have access to everything in the Bronze Membership, plus additional skills and strategies to elevate your dog’s training even further.

Here’s what’s included in the Silver Membership:

Everything in the Bronze Membership:

Basic Obedience

Potty Training

House Manners

Crate Training

Handling

Creating Schedules

Plus These Key Additions:

1. 3 D's: Learn how to gradually increase the challenge of commands by introducing distance (how far away you can be), duration (how long your dog must maintain a behavior), and distractions (how to train through outside distractions). These are essential for creating a dog who listens reliably in any situation.
2. Address Nuisance Behaviors: Address and correct common problem behaviors such as barking, jumping, chewing, digging, and more. You’ll get the tools and techniques to identify the root causes and handle nuisance behaviors effectively.
3. Basic Grooming: Learn how to keep your dog clean, healthy, and comfortable. This includes brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and dental care—tools that will help both you and your dog feel more confident during grooming sessions.
4. Leash Walking: Master the art of leash walking with your dog—whether it’s teaching loose-leash walking or learning how to navigate your dog’s pulling, sniffing, or other unwanted behaviors on walks.
5. Socialization: Expose your dog to new people, animals, environments, and situations in a controlled way. Socialization is crucial for building confidence and preventing fear-based behaviors.
6. Tools: Get familiar with different training tools, such as collars, harnesses, leashes, and long lines. Learn when and how to use them appropriately to enhance your training and improve communication with your dog.
   

With the Silver Membership, you’re well on your way to developing a well-rounded, confident, and obedient dog that is a joy to live with. We’re excited to be part of your training journey and can’t wait to see the progress you and your dog make together!

Let us know if you have any questions as you work through these exciting new skills!