Step 1: Initial Consultation

• After you fill out the application for private in-home training lessons, we will reach out to you with the contact information you provided. We will gather any additional information we might need, give you time to pick up any training supplies you don’t already have on hand, and schedule a time to meet for the initial consultation. At the consultation we will:

  • Assess your dog’s behavior and obedience background

  • Set goals for what you want your dog to learn

  • Learn what training style is best for you and your dog

  • Determine which course is best!

Step 2: Determine Which Course is Best!

• We offer two different private in-home training options. Hopefully after your initial consultation you have an idea of what will best suit you and your pet. The first is a full “Basic Obedience” course and the second is a tailored “Individual Session” course.

  Basic Obedience Course ($400/course):

  • This comprehensive program typically consists of 4-5 weekly sessions, focusing on essential obedience skills and addressing common behavioral concerns. This course is for dogs of any age with any skill level. Examples of skills your pet can learn include

    • Hand targets, sit, down, stay, place, loose leash walking, leave-it, drop it/take it, and recall. We will also go over any behavioral concerns you might have and introduce some enrichment games. Other cues and behaviors can be added at the owner’s request.

  Individual Sessions ($100/session):

  • Individual sessions are intended for dogs who have already mastered the commands described above in the basic obedience course. This could mean they developed a behavioral issue, such as jumping, chewing, nipping, etc., or that they know a command (such as stay), but you need help getting the pet to listen more consistently. These sessions are an hour long and meet as needed. Though these issues can take months to correct, the information you need to get started can often be addressed in 1-3 individual sessions. I encourage you to reach out and give me updates throughout the process and ask questions as they arise. Common behaviors addressed in these sessions include

    • Jumping, nipping, barking, digging, separation anxiety, resource guarding, potty training, car chasing, overexcitement, etc.

    • Improve recall over a distance, impulse control, and speed to respond.

Step 3: Scheduling your Training

• Your customized training plan should be ready within seven days of your initial consultation. Training times are flexible and can be adjusted as needed!