Meet Buckeye Golden Retrievers, AlignK9's preferred breeder.
THE BUCKEYE FAMILY DISCOUNT
Our recommended breeder is Buckeye Golden Retrievers.
Buckeye families have access to the below discounted 'started puppy' services from Align K9 Training. Additionally, use code BUCKEYE in our contact form for 15% off any of our other services not listed below, after bringing your puppy home.
STARTED PUPPIES
What is a started puppy? A started puppy heads off to “school” at 8 weeks old to live in home with one of Align K9’s professional trainers before going to its forever home. We know how crucial the first weeks of puppyhood are and have partnered with Buckeye Golden Retrievers to offer three different “started puppy” options to fit your needs.
KINDERGARTEN ($1,000)
2wk round the clock in home program. This is the perfect jump start option for any family. The pups first nights away from mom can be stressful But it is imperative to start crate training to raise a confident, calm dog.
We START a:
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Crate training schedule
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Potty training schedule
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Socialization to household items, cats, dogs, kids, and new environments crucial during fear periods
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Following a lure
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Basic sit, heel, and down positions
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Shape no jumping on guests, appropriate greetings
Also included: A go home lesson, Workbook to keep up with training, complete puppy schedule, text updates/support and 1 in home (40mi Lorain county) or Virtual lesson.
This program is designed to help get through those first rough nights of crate training and get a great start on socialization. We lay the foundation and will create a plan for what exactly what you need to continue to work on.
BEST FRIEND PACKAGE ($2,000)
4wk round the clock in home training program. This program is everything a dog trainer wants to see in every dog. This program is built around AKC puppy star and CGC foundation- basic manners! We work directly with the family to make sure we are focusing on raising a dog that will fit your lifestyle needs.
We START a:
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Crate schedule
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Potty schedule
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Socialization with kids, dogs, cats, household items and new environments
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Leash manners
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Basic commands on leash: heel, sit, down, place, come, drop, leave it
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Proper greetings
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Car rides /outings
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Puppy star ⭐️
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Ready to start to CGC
Also included: Go home lesson, Workbook to keep up with training, complete schedule, text updates/support and 2 in home or (within 40mi Lorain county) Virtual lessons included
DREAM DOG PACKAGE ($3,000)
For the owner that wants their furry best friend that can go everywhere! This is everything you could want in a dog and more. It is an 8wk program to train your dream dog. Some work will be required but this dog will be ready to go with minimal effort on the owner. We can add customization to these training needs upon request (therapy, service dog prospects or specific environmental proofing, fetch, scent work, fun tricks) We work directly with the family to make sure we are focusing on raising a dog that will fit your exact lifestyle needs.
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Crate Trained
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Socialization with kids, dogs, cats, household items and new environments
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Leash manners
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Basic commands ON and OFF leash: heel, sit, down, place, come, drop, leave it proofed in multiple environments and handlers
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Proper greetings
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Public access focus
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CGC certified (or ready to test if out of range)
Also included: Go home lesson, Workbook to keep up with training, complete schedule, text updates and unlimited monthly Virtual lesson for a year included
Contact Our Team
If you've recently brought home a Buckeye Golden Retriever puppy, reach out to our team of experienced trainers to get started!