We use only humane, science-based force-free techniques based in animal learning theory to prevent problem behaviors and help you overcome them too!
How We Can Help: *
- Teaching basic manners such as walking with a loose leash, calmly greeting visitors, come when called, settle on a mat, crate-training, etc.
- Teaching new skills such as how to use a ramp, wait to be lifted in/out of car, fitness behaviors to keep mind and body active (particularly for senior dogs), etc.
- Teaching impulse control such as how to wait at the door, wait to get in/out of the car, leave dangerous items on the ground alone, etc.
- Modifying unwanted behavior such as chewing shoes or furniture, barking, digging, house soiling, stealing food from the table/counter, begging at dinner table, etc.
- Reducing general anxiety so your dog is more comfortable
- We also offer age-specific services for young puppies and senior dogs (details below)
Private Training & Behavior Modification
We teach you how to train your dog.
- Schedule an initial consultation to discuss your dog’s background, behavior issues, and your training goals. This helps us understand what is happening and what may be contributing to it, so we can customize a plan specific to your needs.
- Schedule private training sessions to get started working on your goals.
- Number of training sessions are based on need.
- Due to COVID-19, consultations held virtually via Zoom; training sessions held virtually or outside.
Rates
- Initial Consultation: 90 minutes, $125
- Individual Training Sessions: 60 minutes, $100
- Package of 3 Training Sessions: 60 minutes each, $285 ($95 each)
- Package of 6 Training Sessions: 60 minutes each, $552 ($92 each)
Train & Walk
We come to your home and train your dog while you’re working.
- Schedule an initial consultation to discuss your dog’s background, behavior issues, and your training goals. This helps us understand what is happening and what may be contributing to it, so we can customize a plan specific to your needs.
- Schedule train & walk sessions to lay the foundation for your dog’s new skills and give your dog a break during the day to exercise their brain.
- Available in packages of 6 sessions. During the last session, we show you how to continue to build on your dog’s new skills.
- Due to COVID-19, consultations held virtually via Zoom; training sessions held outside.
Rates
- Initial Consultation: 90 minutes, $125
- Package of 6 Training Sessions: 60 minutes each, $552 ($92 each)
Puppy Starter (age 8-12 weeks)
We help you teach your puppy to be comfortable living in the human world and prevent problem behaviors from forming.
- Schedule a private training session to help you customize all the new puppy essentials for your household.
- Session covers how to set your puppy up for success at night, equipment introduction, potty and crate training tips, alone time training, body handling for low stress vet and groomer visits, how to prevent resource guarding, teething, toys and mental exercise.
- Available as a combined consultation and training session.
- Due to COVID-19, session held virtually via Zoom.
Rates
- Combined Consultation and Training: 2 hours, $190
Enrichment Walks (seniors age 8+ and small dogs < 30 lbs.)
We do more than “walk” your dog, we give them enrichment time that provides age-appropriate physical and mental exercise. Anything from a leisurely “sniff walk” to supervised puzzle or scent games inside.
- Schedule an initial consultation to discuss your dog’s specific needs so we can customize our visit.
- Schedule visits while you’re working to give your dog a break during the day.
- Available Monday through Friday on an agreed upon schedule, excluding major holidays.
Rates
- Initial Consultation: 30 minutes, no charge (all humans masked due to COVID-19)
- 30-minute visit: $28.50
- 45-minute visit: $40.50
The speed and efficiency of your dog’s learning is primarily based on their temperament, learning ability, and your commitment to the training plan. We do not guarantee how long training will take, nor how long it will last. It is essential for you to practice regularly and remain consistent in order for your dog to achieve the desired result.
* We do not work with aggression, severe reactivity or separation anxiety cases, but we will be happy to refer you to other certified, force-free trainers who specialize in these areas.