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Now and Zen Dog Training

Brevard, North Carolina

5/5· 30 Google reviews

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About Now and Zen Dog Training

Providing Wholistic Training Solutions to Our Clients Since 1978. Our Mission is to Help Dogs and Their Humans attain a Mutual Understanding Thru the Use of Compassionate Training Methods. Our Training Philosophies are Based on Effective Leadership, Scientific Methods, and are Force Free and Client Friendly. We are advocates for Stop The Shock! We are Veterinarian, and Client Approved. Certified, Ethical, Knowledgeable. Nan is certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), The CCPDT is the leader in the development of rigorous exams to demonstrate mastery of humane, science-based dog training practices. We adhere to strict ethics, force-free training and LIMA methodology.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Separation anxiety

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Online or virtual training
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Advanced obedience

Support between sessions

  • Personalized training plans

Assistance and working dogs

  • Therapy dog training

Dog size

  • Large dogs

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • Force-free training
  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding

Other listed services

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  • Other pet daycare
  • Advocates AGAINST aversive dog training
  • Advocates AGAINST shock collars
  • All Dog Training
  • Animal Behavior Consultants
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Behavioral Assessments
  • Collar Training
  • Continuing Education
  • Customized Training
  • Customized Training Packages
  • Daily Training
  • Dog Bite Safety
  • Dog's Behaviors
  • Electric Collar
  • Emotional Support
  • Enrichment Exercises
  • Essential Dog Trainer
  • Free Phone Consult
  • Free Phone Consultation
  • Home Consult
  • Home Training
  • In Home Behavioral
  • In Home Consult
  • Pet Therapy
  • Phone Consult
  • Private Client Services
    Program details

    Private client services are also available upon request.

  • Private Instruction
  • Shock Collar Training
  • Training Consult
  • Training Packages
  • Training Your Dog

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 530 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Boxer 3
  • Cabins 3
  • Consultation 3
  • Positive trainer 3
  • Skilled 3
  • Behavioral issues 2
All 10 topics
  • Dog care 2
  • Improved dog interaction 2
  • Pulling on leash 2
  • Socialization 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

30 collected reviews

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Diane Carr
5/5
Nan is the best! Nice small class, excellent information shared in class & take home sheets, and amazing interaction with each dog. She is skilled at knowing the temperaments of different breeds and helps each owner work with their particular dog's characteristics. Nan always tak…Read full reviewClose full review

Nan is the best! Nice small class, excellent information shared in class & take home sheets, and amazing interaction with each dog. She is skilled at knowing the temperaments of different breeds and helps each owner work with their particular dog's characteristics. Nan always takes time to answer each owner's questions and offers several good examples for problem solving. It's obvious Nan loves her job from the thought and care she puts into her class. Our Sweet Pea Aussiedoodle loves her!

Business response

Thank you so much Diane. I have really enjoyed working with you and Sweet Pea and look forward to continuing our work together thru Canine Good Citizen and beyond. Keep up the good work together! Nan Long

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Ellen Marsh
5/5
Nan was recommended by my dog's foster mom. I found her to be extremely professional and so wise about dogs. My dog, a rescue (and part Jack Russell) took to her immediately. Not only was she kind and knowledgable, she was an excellent role model for me and for my husband. After…Read full reviewClose full review

Nan was recommended by my dog's foster mom. I found her to be extremely professional and so wise about dogs. My dog, a rescue (and part Jack Russell) took to her immediately. Not only was she kind and knowledgable, she was an excellent role model for me and for my husband. After just a few sessions, we started to respond differently to our dog and he has calmed down considerably. I highly recommend Nan as a trainer. She has given us the confidence and skill to deal with our lovable but highly energetic dog. And she accomplished this with gentleness and positivity, not physical intimidation.

Business response

Thank you Ellen, I've enjoyed working with you all. I'm always happy to hear how well my training modalities work for people. As a professional dog trainer I choose to use the most current non-aversive methods for my clients. I feel it’s about bridging the gap between dog and owner and creating a training program unique for each clients particular needs. If I can’t teach my clients successfully to work on their own I would be doing them a great disservice. In an unregulated industry, like dog training, I feel it’s important to always seek continuing education. It’s also important to belong to and support high standard and ethical associations such as the Council for Certified Dog Trainers and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. I have qualified for and am sitting for the Certified Dog Trainers certification exam next week. Please let me know if you have any questions or need help with anything.

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Rita Spillers
5/5

We stayed at one of Nan's cabins last year. I spoke to her about my concern that our golden retriever would not play with a toy. She was able to get him not only to play but to catch and retrieve. We call her the miracle worker at house. What a pleasure to meet her and work with her.

Business response

Hi Rita I so enjoyed working with you during your stay in our dog friendly cabins! It was fun to be able to teach your boy how to play and to learn he is now so good at it that his picture is going to be used for a calendar.

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Mary Alice Braukman
5/5

I’ve used Zen Dog Training since February. Nan is so patient and my puppy just loves her as do I. She’s thorough, patient, fun and remarkable in what is achieved in an hour. So glad I found Zen Dog Training.

Business response

We were so glad to be a part of the journey with you and Brauk. From finding you the right breed from a perfect conscientious breeder with health and temperament tested puppies, to preparing you for his arrival, and continuing to help with training during these first 6 months. We look forward to continuing to help you and Brauk. We are always here for our clients. Keep up all your hard work together!

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Smart Dog
5/5
Nan came to my home to work with me and my 6-month old rambunctious Labradoodle male puppy, DoodleBug. I walk with double wrist crutches, and walking the dog was very difficult. By the time the session was over, and with the aid of a terrific specialty harness, I was walking the …Read full reviewClose full review

Nan came to my home to work with me and my 6-month old rambunctious Labradoodle male puppy, DoodleBug. I walk with double wrist crutches, and walking the dog was very difficult. By the time the session was over, and with the aid of a terrific specialty harness, I was walking the dog, instead of the dog walking me! Nan tailored the session to my needs, and the dog responded enthusiastically to her handling. I was left with lots of tips and techniques and was very happy with Nan as a person and as an instructor. Highly recommended.

Business response

I enjoyed working with you and DoodleBug! It's always nice to help assess, formulate a plan and work with people like you and smart dogs like DoodleBug! It's always our goal create a successful user friendly plan that makes everyone's life easier. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you might have. Nan

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