About Joyful Pets, LLC: Dog Training & Pet Sitting

Our Philosophy

At Joyful Pets, LLC: Dog Training & Pet Sitting, we focus on strengthening the bond between you and your dog while ensuring they navigate the world safely. Through expert handler instruction, we empower you with the skills and confidence to communicate effectively. Using balanced training methods, heavily based on positive reinforcement and proper e-collar use, we tailor programs to your dog’s unique needs. Our goal is to build your dog's confidence, enhance your handling skills, and establish reliable verbal control—so you can enjoy the freedom of off-leash adventures together!

Policies

Must complete Boarding and Training Agreement

Please provide up-to-date contact information, emergency contact, and vet information.

Must provide proof of vaccines

Puppies less than 16 Weeks: Distemper and Bordetella

Dogs over the age of four months: Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella

Cats: Rabies and FVRCP

Deposits/ Cancellations

We understand that life happens, but please remember to give us 48 hours' notice if you need to reschedule a training session. In the event of sickness or an emergency, we are happy to reschedule if given 24 hours' notice (limited to one time per duration of your package). Otherwise, we do not accept same-day cancellations, and your session will be forfeited. Spots in Group Class are limited, and the full total amount deposit is non-refundable. Board and Train deposits are half at the time of reservation and the remaining balance at pick-up, refundable until check-in.

Group Class Policies

We require a nonrefundable deposit of $300 to secure your space. Classes are an hour long for a consecutive five weeks skipping the weeks of holidays. Spots in class are limited to 4 dogs in class, with only two handlers per pet. Children under the age of 18, must be accompanied by an adult, and over the age of 12. The owner must provide vaccination records before class. A 30-minute make-up class will be offered the following week, if a class is missed, may only miss one class.