Our Reactive to Proactive Series is for families living with a dog that has big feelings about certain triggers. Usually these triggers are other dogs, squirrels, cyclists, autos or more but have not injured another dog or human.

All classes are held at our training center, located at:
24748 Aurora Rd.
Bedford Heights, OH 44146

  • Reactive to Proactive Behavior Mod: Our Reactive to Proactive class is for families living with a dog that can have big feelings about certain triggers usually, from behind a barrier such as a fence or a window, or while on a leash. These things could be other dogs, squirrels, cyclists, and autos. This is not a class for dogs that struggle with human interactions (what we commonly call “stranger danger”), or those with a bite record (not puppy mouthing/play) for those dogs we recommend private sessions.
    PREREQUSITE: Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $400. 2 classes start every 3 weeks.
  • R2P Managing the Mischief: Our Reactive to Proactive Managing the Mischief class is geared towards dogs with those big feelings that are between the ages of 6 months and 2 years old. In this class, we will work on increasing impulse control, self-calming, focus, and boredom-busting activities.
    PREREQUISITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer and approval from SnW trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $200, starts every other month


  • R2P Leash Manners: Our Reactive to Proactive Leash Manners class is geared towards dogs with those big feelings and that also need some help with their leash manners. In this class, we will work on increasing impulse control, self-calming, focus, and leash manners.
    PREREQUISITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $200, starts once per quarter

  • R2P Visitor Manners: Our Reactive to Proactive Visitor Manners class is geared toward dogs with those big feelings that struggle with calmly and confidently greeting new people. In this class, we will work on how to increase impulse control, self-calming, focus, and how to welcome visitors. This is not a class for dogs that have an extreme fear of people or a bite history.
    PREREQUSITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer and approval from SnW trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $200, starts once per quarter

  • R2P Recalls: Our Reactive to Proactive Recall class is geared towards dogs with those big feelings to improve their recall and check-in skills. In this class we will work on how to increase impulse control, self-calming, focus, and how to build a solid recall.
    PREREQUISITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer and approval from SnW trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $200, starts once per quarter

  • R2P Co-op Care: Our Reactive to Proactive Cooperative Care class is geared toward dogs with those big feelings that struggle with vet visits, grooming tasks, and other handling issues. In this class, we will work on how to increase impulse control, self-calming, focus, and how to accept much needed medical and grooming care.
    PREREQUISITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $200, starts once per quarter

  • R2P Fitness ‘n Conditioning: Our Reactive to Proactive Fitness ‘n Conditioning class is geared towards dogs with those big feelings to have some fun, get in shape, and gain confidence. In this class we will work on improving body awareness, body conditioning, and strength. Don’t worry, we aren’t going to make your pup a stronger athlete, this is more like physical therapy to help prevent injury. PREREQ: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer and approval from SnW trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.

    $200, starts once per quarter

  • R2P Nosework: Our Reactive to Proactive Nosework class is geared toward dogs with those big feelings that struggle to participate in dog sports. Nosework is a simple and fun activity where your dog will use their nose to search for various scents hidden in boxes or other items.
    PREREQUISITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer and approval from SnW trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.

    $200

  • R2P Happy Ratters: Our Reactive to Proactive Happy Ratters class is geared towards dogs with those big feelings that struggle to participate in dog sports. Happy Ratters is a simple and fun activity where your dog searches for rats in an “urban” environment. Don’t worry! The rats (yes, they are real pet rats) are safely contained within heavy-duty PVC pipes and are trained to relax while in the pipe.
    PREREQUISITE: Completion of a positive reinforcement behavior modification program with an approved trainer and approval from SnW trainer. Completion of the Reactive to Proactive intake form, orientation, and SnW trainer approval.
    $200