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1. Welcome to The Cooperative Canine! Our home page offers an overview of the information you will find as you delve deeper into our website, making it quick and easy for you to find the information you are looking for. 
2. We have Locations in Nashville, TN and Portland, OR. We also offer Virtual dog training sessions.
3. Our Nashville services page has a breakdown of our various dog training, behavior modification and pet sitting services available and their prices. Also, be sure to read the testimonials from our many satisfied customers. And if you and your pup are one of our satisfied customers in Nashville, we'd appreciate it if you'd please leave us a review!
4. We also would love for you to meet our Nashville Team of certified dog trainers and pet sitters. They are ready to meet you and your dog, so please reach out to schedule a consultation!
5. Our Portland services page has a breakdown of our various dog training, behavior modification and pet sitting services available and their prices. Be sure to also check out the testimonials from our many satisfied customers. And if you and your pup are one of our satisfied customers in Portland, we'd appreciate it if you'd please leave us a review!
6. We also would love for you to meet our Portland Team of certified dog trainers and pet sitters. They are ready to meet you and your dog, so please reach out to schedule a consultation!
7. If you're not located in Nashville or Portland, no problem! We can still work with you and your dog via our Virtual Dog Training services. We offer basic manners training, behavior coaching and puppy training. You will also find reviews and client testimonials, meet our virtual dog trainer and find answers to our most frequently asked questions  about virtual dog training. If you still have questions, please don't hesitate to contact us or, of course, to schedule your virtual dog training consultation!  And if you and your pup are one of our satisfied virtual dog training clients, we'd appreciate it if you'd please leave us a review!
8. Learn about The Cooperative Canine and read the Founder's Note from owner Telani Lasoleille where she shares her story and how she became passionate about and committed to force-free, fear-free dog training.
9. If you have any questions at all, we invite you to check out our FAQ page where we've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions and the answers. You will find answers to general pet sitting and dog training questions, questions about education and certifications, common dog training questions and our policies. If you still have questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
10. If you're interested in a career with The Cooperative Canine, be sure to check out our current job openings and submit an application.
11. We have many ways for you to contact us, whether you have a general inquiry, or want to book a training session or consultation, send us an email, or call our Nashville location or call our Portland location or call to discuss our Virtual Training services.
12. Never miss out on our latest promotions, news, tips and tricks for keeping your dog happy and well mannered! Be sure to subscribe to our E-Newsletter to receive notifications whenever new blog posts and specials are published.
13. Another way to keep in the know, is to join us on our socials! Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Google Business Nashville and Google Business Portland.
14. Don't forget to visit our online store for some fun designs on your favorite items.
15. Pet care and dog training is our passion, so we strive to ensure that our dog training and pet care blog articles equip all pet guardians with the information and knowledge that enables them to make the best and most informed decisions about their training and pet care needs for all involved: humans AND pets. 

You can also search our dog training and pet care blog articles by categories such as:

• Dog Behavior Tips
• Dog Training Tips & Tricks
• Dog Training Tools
• Dog World News
• Featured
• Hiring a Dog Trainer
• Insights
• Pet Health and Safety
• Puppy Care

Or go directly to the dog training and pet care blog articles that best answers your questions:

This provides useful infomration and  vital training tips to prepare you and your pets to be ready when severe weather strikes.

If you've added a new puppy to your family and are feeling overwhelmed, or just want to set your new puppy up for success, you will find lots of useful and helpful information in this article, as well as some puppy training tips.

If you're on our website, then it's a fairly good guess that you are researching and looking for a great dog trainer. While we hope you will hire us, our greatest concern is that you hire the right dog trainer for you and your best friend. In this article, you will learn the importance of these 6 characteristics of a great dog trainer: 1) your trainer is certified 2) your trainer is force-free 3) your trainer is insured 4) your trainer fits your training needs 5) your trainer has excellent reviews 6) your trainer provides good value for their cost.  Check out our Cooperative Canine training options, and please reach out! We'd love to hear from you and help you on your training journey.   

In this article, The Cooperative Canine owner Telani Lasoleille discusses the  possible reasons for sudden behavior changes in your dog and how to rule these alternative causes for sudden dog behavior changes before you hire a dog behaviorist.

Whether you are getting a puppy or an adult dog, this articles explains why training is always an important part of successfully integrating your new family member into your home. 

There are many dog trainers who use “training collars.” This term refers to several types of collars that “correct” a dog’s behavior. In this article, you will learn what the various types of training collars are and how they "work". You will also learn what sets The Cooperative Canine apart - their use of force-free, fear-free training techniques.

It might surprise you to know that dogs don’t need training. Dogs behave in exactly the way they need to meet their needs. Read on in this article to learn more about how force-free, fear-free dog training principles allow your dog to still be a dog, while helping them adjust to a life of domestication. 

Are you and your dog out of sync? Does it seem like your dog just isn't getting it? Sometimes no matter how hoard you try, it can feel like you and your dog are on different pages. In this article, Telani explains why you may be experiencing these obstacles in your dog's training. 

In April 2023, England announced the ban on shock collars. While several other countries enjoy a ban on shock collars, unfortuantely the United States are not one of them. However, we as individuals, can make the informed personal decision NOT to use them. We, here at The Cooperative Canine, are on board with that decision and are ready to help you achieve positive results without the use of electronic shock collars.

Looking for a dog trainer should be fairly easy, right? You get on Google and search for “dog trainer” or maybe “dog trainer, city.” You get a page full of results. How do you know which dog trainer to choose? Which one is the best? Which one is the most budget friendly? In search of these answers, most people go to the reviews. Reviews are just as frustrating, because all the trainers have 5-star reviews, and you don't even know if they're real, because the review-writing industry is booming. So what are you supposed to do? Read on in this article to learn more about what all of these things mean, and how to decode the language of dog training.

Learn more about the owner and lead dog trainer at The Cooperative Canine, Telani Lasoleille. Telani shares her back story of how she became passionate about force-free, fear-free dog training and her vision for the future of The Cooperative Canine and their clients.

Understanding dog behavior is the first step to understanding our furry best friends. In this article, Telani gives you a glimpse into the world of dog behavior.

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