Puppy

program

$1850-$3000

Adding a puppy to the family is such an exciting adventure! We want to be there every step of the way. Did you know puppies do not mature until 1.5 to 2 years of age? We will be there to help you through the socialization, desensitization, jumping, biting, and psychological development of your pup! 

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• Socialization Check List 

• Potty Training 

• 2-3 Months of one on one training

• Puppies 4 months and younger

• 8 commands as well as name recognition: Sit, stay, place, wait, out, down, come when called, and loose leash walking

• Curbs unwanted behavior like jumping, running away, biting/nipping, chewing, and counter surfing

• Upgrade to board & train at 4 months old

• Eligible for payment plan

• Unlimited email support, phone support, & private facebook group

polite

pooch

$1575-2500

Does your dog jump on people, excessively bark, drag you down the street during walks, lunge at dogs on leash or doesn’t come when called? Then this program is for you! No more yelling or chasing after your dog. This program will give you complete control over your dog while letting your dog have freedom to be a dog. Your pooch will reliably come when called, be more well-mannered around the house, and others will compliment you on such an obedient pooch!  

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• Training is Wednesday-Saturday for 3 to 4 weeks

• On Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday a trainer will come by your house, pick up your pooch and work with them in a real world environment. On Saturday's we work with you guys! 

• 8 commands: go play, heel, sit, out, stay, wait, come when called, place, and down

• Curbs unwanted behavior like jumping, counter surfing, and chewing

• Eligible for payment plan 

• Unlimited email, phone support & private facebook group

pooch's 

palace

$3000-$4500

Are you super busy with life and need a little extra help? Then this program is for you! Your dog will stay with one of our trainers in their home and be apart of their daily routine and lives. Have a trip coming up? This is a great time to combine training and boarding together! 

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• 24/7 Live in home with one of our trainers 

• 12 commands: go play, heel, sit, out, stay, wait, come when called, place, down, load up, let's go and no

• All commands are taught inside and outside of a home environment   

• Curbs unwanted behavior like jumping, counter surfing, and chewing

• Unlimited support for six months 

• Eligible for payment plan 

• Unlimited email, phone and support private facebook group 

EXTRA

SERVICES  

$$$

Once your pooch has completed one of our training programs then they are cleared to use our extra services! 

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• Friday Refresher Days 

  • We pick up your pup between 9AM-10AM ​

  • Drop off between 2PM-4PM 

  • Practice commands in public such as restaurant patios, local parks, swimming, and off leash come when called 

  • $75

• Boarding with a trainer 

  • Stays in home with trainer 

  • Practice commands inside and outside of the home 

  • $65 for one dog

  • $75 for two dogs

  • $85 for three dogs 

  • Please add $15 to any boarding during holidays 

PORTLAND AND SURROUNDING AREAS 

Testimonials

MEET 

THE TRAINERS

Kevin and Heather van Leeuwen are originally from Arlington, Texas. They now reside in West Linn, Oregon with their five dogs; Stella the Belgian Malinois, Walter the Corgi, Honey the Corgi, Arlo the German Shepherd and Patot the Maltese. They spend their time between Texas and Oregon training.

Heather has been involved in the dog world since 2011 when she began fostering. In 2014 she became a trainer under her mentor, Bunny Brown Snyder, who trained hunting dogs more than 30 years. She has experience with dogs of all ages, breeds, behaviors, and circumstances. She has completed a Dog Behavior and Psychology courses and holds a business degree from Tarrant County College. 

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Kevin has been involved in the dog and hunting world since 2006. Kevin has always been a firm believer in balanced dog training. With his background, Kevin has the experience and skills to handle a wide range of aggression cases. Kevin spends his free time running with their shepherds and holds a bachelor's degree in Horticulture. He hopes to combine plants and dogs one day. 

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Both Kevin and Heather pride themselves on being forever students and are always looking for ways to grow their skills. They enjoy attending seminars and learning from other trainers across the world. 

WHY POOCHES 

PALS?

Our tagline is "Where Your Pets Are Family" and it is no coincidence as to why. We pride ourselves on building relationships and not transactions. We understand that your pooch's are your baby's and they will be treated no differently while in our care. 

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We are dedicated to teaching all of our students! We have in-depth sessions with detailed instructions on how to practice when the trainers are not around. We aim to make our clients the dog trainers. Once you train with us, you will have the knowledge and skills to train your next dog! 

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Pooches Pals trains in the real world. We come to you, practice in the environments where you want to take your pup, then we teach the pawrents all the skills to work through any obstacles. Are you dreaming of a pooch you can take to the patio, on a hike off leash, or to the coast? We will go with you in order for you to feel the most confidence handling your pup regardless of the world around them.