Business Details
5 Years
experience
Positive Dog Training & Safety Products in Chapel Hill, NC
At Good Dog in a Box, we are dedicated to strengthening the bond between families and their dogs through positive reinforcement training and educational resources. Our mission is to reduce the number of dogs surrendered to shelters by addressing behavioral issues through accessible, science-based solutions. With over a decade of combined experience in dog training and education, our team has developed innovative products like the SAFE dog bite prevention program and Dog Smart card game to teach children and adults how to communicate effectively with dogs.Our online training courses and subscription box service deliver tools and guidance directly to homes, empowering families to build lasting, joyful relationships with their pets. We collaborate with professionals in veterinary care, shelter work, and education to ensure our resources meet the highest standards of animal welfare and practicality.
Services
Online Dog Training
Dog Bite Prevention
Educational Products
Subscription Boxes
Curriculum Development
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We specialize in reward-based dog training with 13+ years of professional experience.
- Our products are designed by certified trainers to prevent dog bites and promote safety.
- We offer flexible online courses for families seeking convenient training solutions.
- Our team collaborates with shelters and veterinary professionals to ensure practicality.
- We provide subscription boxes with tools and games to engage dogs and families.
Services
Online Dog Training
Our online dog training courses provide flexible, reward-based learning for families. Programs cover obedience, behavior modification, and safety. Designed by certified professionals, these courses use video demonstrations and step-by-step guides to help owners build stronger relationships with their dogs.
Dog Bite Prevention
The SAFE dog bite prevention program teaches children and adults to recognize safe versus unsafe dog behavior. Through games, postcards, and curriculum manuals, we promote critical thinking and safe interactions to reduce bite incidents.
Subscription Boxes
Good Dog in a Box delivers monthly training kits with tools, games, and guides for families. Each box includes online video access to demonstrate techniques, ensuring owners can effectively implement training methods at home with their dogs.
Educational Products
We create engaging products like the Dog Smart card game and SAFE curriculum to teach dog safety. These resources combine entertainment with education, helping children and adults learn proper dog handling and communication techniques.
Curriculum Development
Our curriculum manuals provide structured dog bite prevention education for schools and organizations. Developed with input from child safety experts, these materials offer lesson plans and activities to promote responsible pet ownership and safe human-dog interactions.
People
Jenn Merritt
Co-founder
Certified dog trainer with 13 years of experience, Jenn developed the SAFE prevention program and promotes reward-based methods. She advocates for humane education and shelter reduction through behavior-focused solutions.
Kim Merritt
Co-founder
Serial entrepreneur with 37 years in retail and e-commerce, Kim drives business strategy. Her expertise in online marketing and small business consulting ensures scalable, accessible solutions for dog owners nationwide.
Bernie
Roving Reporter
Retired therapy dog and advocate for reward-based training, Bernie specializes in child-dog interactions. He promotes treat-based motivation and safe play practices through engaging demonstrations and educational content.
Royal the Aussie
Top Dog
Certified Canine Good Citizen, Royal shares expertise on responsible ownership through blogging and social media. He specializes in herding breeds and promotes positive training for family-friendly dog behavior.
Mama June Bug Jones
Rescue Authority
With over 12 years of rescue experience, June Bug advocates for shelter dogs. She inspects product quality and educates on adoption readiness, ensuring our resources meet the needs of rescued animals.
Questions
What does Good Dog in a Box specialize in?
We specialize in positive reinforcement dog training programs, bite prevention resources, and educational tools for families.
Do you offer online dog training courses?
Yes, we provide six reward-based online training programs tailored for families with dogs.
Are your products suitable for children?
Yes, our Dog Smart card game and SAFE curriculum teach kids to recognize safe dog behavior.
How do your subscription boxes work?
Monthly boxes include training tools, activity guides, and video access to improve dog-family interactions.
Can I resell your products?
Yes, our wholesale and affiliate program allows retailers, trainers, and bloggers to resell our products.
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