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Train with Francis
Whether you’re looking for Canine Circus School, a solution to a behavior problem, or just got a new dog that you want to get started off with the right way, Francis has a wealth of dog training knowledge and a solid track record of developing high-functioning, confident, and happy hounds.
Francis has spent over 25 years studying both modern and traditional dog methods training every imaginable type of dog and function - pets, working dogs, protection, competition, and performance. He’s culminated his knowledge and experience into The Metcalf Method - an integrated approach that uses the right protocol at the right time for your dog’s unique personality type, level of functionality, and goals. His training programs are effective, easy to apply, and always designed to be in the best interest of both you and your dog.
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Behavior Problems
If your dog is exhibiting dysfunctional behavior - including aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, unresponsiveness to commands, or fear - Francis has a solid track record of transforming dysfunctional dogs into high-functioning, happy hounds.
“Francis is a true miracle worker! My rescue dog’s behavior was so bad I didn’t know what to do. After hiring dog trainers and veterinary behaviorists with ineffective solutions, I found Francis and I’m so glad I did. After the first session, I saw dramatic progress. After 4 sessions, I started to see huge transformations. With Francis’s guidance, Fozzie has transformed from a snarling, unmanageable, constantly barking danger into an obedient, confident sweetie! So very grateful!”
Gretchen H, Oakland
Obedience
From simple sit-stay to mastering the three phases of the walk, Francis will help you teach your dog obedience in the most effective way possible. You’ll gain deeper understanding, communication, and command with your dog using easy-to-follow training protocols proven to develop strong and effective obedience skills, customized to your dog’s unique personality type.
“Working with Francis has been so great! I had gone to multiple levels of training classes with another trainer and while some things worked, my Jack Russell Terrier wouldn’t listen to me when I most needed her to. Francis has given me the tools I need to build her obedience skills as well as my skills as her handler. I always leave every session feeling so much better! Francis helps me feel confident I’ve got what I need to do the right things by her, me, and the world we go out in.”
Katie S., Berkeley
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Shy Dogs
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Zoom Lessons
Do a lesson from anywhere in the world! Sessions are 30 minutes long and goal oriented. Any subject can be covered but tricks and behavioral problem solving make the best use of this platform.