Please Note:
Availability for new clients is limited and virtual-only.
Online, Virtual New Client Consultation | $175
A consultation is required for all new training clients. Using a program called Zoom, we will meet to discuss your dog's problem behavior(s) just as we would in person. Online consults are often a better fit for dogs who are scared of, overexcited or anxious around strangers. During the consult I will ask you questions about your dog's history, behavior and problem(s) for assessment. We'll discuss training concepts and why your dog is behaving the way they are. With that information, we plan a training approach suited to your goals and stop-gap ways to manage your dog's current behavior safely.
Often in cases of fear, anxiety and/or aggression, a dog
feeling a little or a lot unwell is exacerbating defensive
behavior. If I see signs that your dog may be experiencing
physical discomfort, such as nausea or pain, or if your dog
is responding abnormally to training protocols, I will ask you
to speak with your vet. It is unrealistic and unfair to expect a
dog to not react to pain and/or the fear of pain.
If we're training specific behaviors, you'll want to have your webcam or other device overlook an open area so I can coach your training in real time. Follow up materials and reminders will be provided after our meeting.
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Private Follow Up Training - In Person or Online
Understanding the general training approach to achieving your goals is one thing. The intricacies of how to develop and execute a specific training plan, advance skills and adapt or troubleshoot, are all skills we must learn. The more time we spend together, the more behavior knowledge and training know-how I can impart to you and the greater your chances of success.
Please follow our plans to the best of your abilities, practice and prepare between our sessions, record video of your training or of your dog's behavior (when safe!) for feedback, and be honest with an approach isn't feasible or doesn't make sense to you. When we work virtually, YOU are the one implementing the training. Your ability to change your own behavior and your environment, determines how successfully your dog's behavior will change.
Single Session
4 Session Package
6 Session Package
8 Session Package
10 Session Package
| $85
| $295
| $430
| $560
| $680
Please Note
Dog training is not my hobby, it is my livelihood. No shows and cancellations without 48 hours notice will be counted as a completed session without refund.
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For help with Separation Anxiety, please reach out to a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer via Malena DeMartini or Julie Naismith's rigorous, specialized certification programs.
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Reminder: I use rewards based training only. Aversive tools such as prong collars, choke chains, slip collars, shock collars (e-collars), bark collars, citronella or ultrasonic devices will hinder rewards based training even if used in separate contexts. This is true even if the tools are used passively, infrequently or for containment, such as with invisible fencing. By working with me, you agree to work to discontinue the use of such tools going forward and commit to alternative options or approaches instead.​