Bring Out the Best in Your Best Friend

Furry Fundamentals: Dog and Puppy Training for Cape Coral Area Canines and their Families

We Understand the Journey of Being a Pet-Parent is Filled with Both Joy and Challenges

Are you facing tough puppy behaviors, longing for peaceful walks with your dog, or dreaming of a canine companion who listens, understands you, and thrives? Perhaps you’re envisioning your furry friend as a confident therapy dog or a well-mannered member of the family. Whatever your goal, the path to a happier home with your dog can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to help bridge that gap.

With Furry Fundamentals, discover the joy of unlocking your dog’s full potential, creating a stronger bond, and enjoying the peace of mind that comes with having a well-trained canine companion.

How We Help Cape Coral Area Pet Parents

Puppy Training

Start your puppy off on the right paw with our training program. Learn essential cues, socialization skills, and positive behaviors to lay the foundation for a confident adult dog.

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Dog Training

Elevate your dog’s manners with our tailored dog training programs. From basic cues to advanced skills, we’ll help you and your dog achieve training milestones together.

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House Sitting

Going away and need your pets and house looked after? Travel worry-free knowing your pets and home are being looked after by a true professional.

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Canine Good Citizen

Achieve the esteemed Canine Good Citizen certification through our training program. Prepare your dog for the ten-step CGC test, focusing on polite behavior and social skills.

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Therapy Dog

Turn your dog into a therapy dog with our dedicated therapy dog training. Learn skills needed for your dog to provide comfort and support in schools, hospitals, and other environments.

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Our Training Philosophy

Our force-free training philosophy is grounded in compassion and respect, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for both dogs and their guardians. We are committed to never using force, fear, pain, or aversive tools in our training practices. Instead, we champion positive reinforcement, utilizing rewards like treats, praise, and play to teach your dog to love behaving. Our approach is tailored to the individual needs and personality of each dog (and person), providing a supportive and stress-free learning environment.

We believe that training should be rooted in understanding and empathy, not fear or discomfort. By rejecting the use of any techniques or tools that compromise the physical or emotional well-being of your dog, we cultivate a space where clear communication and patience prevail. Our goal is to strengthen the bond between you and your dog.

Embark on a journey with Furry Fundamentals Dog Training where the happiness and welfare of your dog are at the core of our philosophy, leading to lasting and meaningful results.

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Happy Clients

“She came out to my home and gave me personalized help with my rescue dog!! She gave my family great advice and direction to use for going forward with our dogs in general. I would definitely highly recommend using the personalization you receive from her for your pet’s care!!! She is also extremely knowledgeable with all areas of dog obedience and care!!!!”

Janet M.

“Nelle was soo awesome!! She truly has a passion for dogs and what she does. Her knowledge and compassion shined through and this was only our very first one on one puppy training session. We learned so much and she even stayed a little longer to accommodate my hubby walking in late. This was an overall great experience, can’t wait for our next session . Thanks Nelle, you are definitely a gem!!”

Desiree B.

“Nellie rocks, and it is the second time I had her travel 400 miles away to help train my Chocolate LAB; I am a new puppy owner with 1000 questions to ask. She answered them all with details. She is available 24/7 if I have questions/concerns or just some guidance.I didn’t realize how much training I needed as an owner. She made my experience enjoyable and wanting to learn more and more.I will continue to use her and highly recommend her…”

Darren R.