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Calm Door Greetings

Learn how to turn a jumping, barking dog into a pleasantly polite pup for your guests.

  • 150 learners

    Enrolled

  • 5 games

    For play and practice

  • 1 hour

    Of self-paced, online content

  • Certificate

    Upon completion

    Turn doorbell drama into canine courtesy

    If the sounds of someone at your door send your dog into an unruly spiral of barking or jumping, this course is for you. We'll walk you through the reasons behind your dog's reaction and provide strategies for preventing the unwanted behaviors long before they start. 

    Through interactive games you can play in the comfort of your home, you'll help your dog channel their overexcitement and create a more welcoming environment for your guests. The course includes expert and community generated videos, reflection activities, step-by-step training games, and feedback opportunities.
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    You will learn:

    • Fun, simple games with real results
    • Ways to set up your dog and your home for success
    • Proven relaxation techniques
    • Breed insights behind jumping and barking

    Your instructors

    Peter Herrera

    CCPDT-certified Dog Trainer
    About Peter
    Peter Herrera earned his Bachelor’s degree in biology and psychology from Brown University, where he gained animal behavior experience as a research and teaching assistant. His studies focused on ethology and comparative psychology, which inform his training methods today.

    He earned his certification from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and started providing personalized, in-home training for dogs and their people in New York City.

    Peter believes that training should be humane, enjoyable, and rooted in science and is passionate about helping families better understand their dogs.

    Dr. Jenna Dockweiler

    Senior Professional Services Veterinarian
    About Jenna
    Dr. Dockweiler graduated from Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine with honors in 2014 and completed her small animal rotating internship at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital in 2015.

    She then completed her comparative theriogenology residency at Cornell University in 2017. She practiced for four years before becoming a veterinary geneticist with Embark Veterinary.

    In her spare time, Dr. Dockweiler enjoys photography, hiking, and competing in performance events and conformation with her Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Course reviews

    "By the end of the course, my overexcited Lab went from jumping like a kangaroo to sitting quietly by my side. Money well spent."
    Kylie Smock
    "The doorbell game was a lot of fun — and my dog is so much less reactive to the sound now. Time to invite our friends over to party!"
    Trevor PARKER
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