The first step to scheduling would be a Consultation Session. This would be held at our facility in Newtown Square 3921 Miller Road, Newtown Square, PA, 19073. It is an hour-long session with the dog and owners, designed to better understand your dog, family and overall training goals. During this session, we will teach you about canine behavior, why your dog does what it does, and how to prevent & manage behavioral concerns. Afterwards, we will prepare a full training plan tailored to your dog and send it to you via email.
This session is a requirement for all new clients and is $175.
We offer the following training services after the consult:
30 minutes - $65
60 minutes - $125
1-hour classes held weekly. Price Varies based on class type. Class will begin with a 10-minute warm up session, during which the trainer will greet and briefly check over each puppy. The main body of the class will focus on training goals appropriate to the dogs, and then finish with a cool down session, just like a gym class! All of our classes are "Drop In" which means you pay per class and can come to as many classes as you would like.
Cost: $65 per class, per dog
What to bring to group class:
Saturdays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Perfect for dogs and owners who want to work on distance, duration and distraction skills. We have a new concept and skill list each week. A consultation session is required.
Tuesday Nights, 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm, February to April
Expecting a tiny human? live with tiny humans? Just want your pup exposed to all things, tiny kiddos? This is the class for you! We will focus on positive interactions with cribs, strollers, bikes, toys, loud sounds, feeding time, handling skills, leash manners, management techniques and more. We do NOT require a consultation session for this class, but we do expect your dog to be able to work in the presence of other dogs.
Cost: $45 per class, per dog
For all puppies 9 weeks or older! This is a weekly training program including daycare and training We offer the program currently Monday-Friday. You can pick one to five days of training. This includes three training sessions, lunch break and three group play sessions. We also offer the program 1-3 days a week. However, pups get the biggest benefit coming all three days a week. School starts at 9:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm. Pups are welcome here 7:00 am to 6:45 pm.
Starting Monday, April 1, 2024, we will NOT be offering training services at VCA on Mondays. The Puppy Prep Training Program will be offered Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday ONLY.
Our Enrichment Daycare builds on genetically predisposed behaviors in a positive way. We challenge natural drives such as: chasing, sniffing, carrying objects, chewing, herding, climbing, etc. By challenging these natural behaviors, we help curb destructive or maladaptive behaviors such as chewing furniture, destroying objects, jumping, and more
Each enrichment activity is designed to provide an engaging, natural outlet while working on your dog’s physical and mental needs. This program is appropriate for dogs who prefer the presence of humans only, smaller groups of dogs, or who get overstimulated in larger group settings.
This includes (3) enrichment sessions and a lunch break during the day. Enrichment sessions can include small group play, fitness & agility, massage, nose work, chase games, herding games, and more. We also use FitPAWS® and Blue-9™ equipment designed to tone up your dog’s body, increase core strength, stabilize weak areas, improve body awareness, coordination, range of motion, confidence, our bond with your dog, etc. Our Certified Canine Conditioning Specialist also offers canine massage. This helps promote softer, more glossy coats. Canine massage can also help relax pets and calm hyperactivity.
Vaccine Requirements: Rabies DHPP Combination- Distemper, Adenovirus, Hepatitis, Parvo, Parainfluenza Bordetella Bivalent Influenza (H3N2/H3N8) Flea and Tick Preventative
Starting Monday, April 1, 2024, we will NOT be offering training services at VCA on Mondays. The Enrichment Daycare Program will be offered Tuesday,
Wednesday Thursday, Friday ONLY.
Agility Sessions
Thursdays, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm; Saturdays, 11:20 am - 2:00 pm, by CONFIRMED APPOINTMENT ONLY.
There are no prerequisite skills for this class. I really want to make it as easy and fun for everyone as possible! I do ask that your dog be accepting of strangers this way I can work in close proximity to you!
When you arrive to VCA Wellington you can pull all the way down the parking lot until you see the ramp and dumpsters. You can use the entrance with the ramp.
Please remember to keep your pet secured on leash.
This is a 20-minute session, we ask that you please arrive on time to ensure maximum training time.
The Agility Session will be held indoors in our training room. You and your dog will be the only client present at that time. We may have clients in sessions or waiting in the lobby while you arrive.
Please keep distance as not all dogs are human and dog social. We do not allow on leash meeting with other pets for safety reasons.
Supplies to bring:
IAABC-ADT, PDT, CCAA, CCCS, APDT, Master in Aggression
Sarah's background is pretty diverse in the animal field. She has worked in all aspects of canine behavior as a Sales Specialist for local pet stores as well as dog grooming. She has worked as a Boarding and Day Care Operations Manager, Canine Handler, and Shift Lead at Penn Vet Working Dog Center through the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Sarah works by accessing genetics, breed, lifestyle, physical and mental health in dogs to fully understand why they behave the way they do. Sarah puts a heavy focus on emotional well-being, calmness and engagement to help foster positive experiences with her canine and human clients. When Sarah is not working, she enjoys camping, hiking, yoga and rock-climbing, all while spending time with her two dogs.
Sarah holds numerous certifications, degrees, and accreditations, nationally and internationally, which includes:
Primary Care
Pet Resort
