Welcome to CHARM Rescue's training program! Whether you’re working on reactivity, puppy basics, or adolescent manners, we’re here to help you and your dog build a strong, positive relaionship. Our training is led by Liz Cummins, CPDT-KA, FFCP, a certified trainer specializing in positive reinforcement methods.
📅 Thursdays @ 5:00 PM
📍 June 26 – July 17
💰 $150 / 4 Weeks
Adolescence can be… a lot. Whether your dog is in their teenage phase or just new to training, Starting Zone helps you build useful life skills and a strong foundation of trust and communication.
We’ll focus on:
…all with an emphasis on clarity and connection—not rigid obedience.
Perfect for:
Requirements: Dogs must be able to work around other dogs without on-leash reactivity. If your dog struggles with that, check out our Charisma Series for reactivity foundations.
📅 Thursdays @ 6:00 PM
📍 June 26 – July 17
💰 $250 / 4 Weeks
If your dog barks, lunges, or shuts down on walks or in new situations, you’re not alone. Charisma Saves is our foundational course for reactive dogs and their humans.
You’ll learn:
This is a supportive, space-aware class designed to help you better understand your dog’s behavior—and how to respond to it with clarity and confidence.
Requirements: Dogs must be safely restrained in your car during breaks (crate, seatbelt harness, or reliable stationing). No social interaction between dogs during class.
📅 Thursdays @ 7:00 PM
📍 June 26 – July 17
💰 $225 / 4 Weeks
You’ve built the foundation—now put it into practice.
Charisma Check offers real-life coaching for graduates of reactivity foundations or private sessions. You’ll refine existing skills and deepen your communication with your dog in structured, supportive sessions.
You’ll get:
Requirements: Completion of Charisma Saves, private coaching, or an approved online course.
Liz has been working professionally with dogs for nearly a decade, specializing in reactivity, fear, and aggression. She began her journey with her own dog, an American Pit Bull Terrier named Mouse, and has since dedicated her career to helping owners and their pets communicate more effectively. Liz is especially passionate about puppy development and behavior modification. When she's not training, she shares her home with an assortment of animals, including her own beloved dogs: Mouse (13), Fig (4), and Riz (8 months).
Please reach out to training@charmrescue.org with any questions.
All dogs must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations, including DHLPP and Rabies. Titers are accepted.
Dogs will need to be safely restrained in their owner's car during break times.
All participants must sign a liability waiver before attending class.
Payment is due in full at registration to secure your spot. Classes fill up quickly!
Refunds are available up to 48 hours before the first class session. Make-up classes may be available within the next session, but puppies may age out of social time.
Please download both of these forms and sign to attend a training class. Please email signed waivers to training@charmrescue.org.
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