- Basic -

Dog Obedience Level I

Training plans designed for owners beginning canine education. All breeds welcome. Ages 12 weeks and older.

Everything you need to know to be the best dog owner you can be and develop a well-behaved and obedient dog. Owners are present for training. 1-2 sessions per week.

Topics may include skills such as:

Training theory, developing and maintaining good leadership, creating a training foundation with your dog, beginning human/dog communication, understanding body language, basic engagement and focus, eye contact, marker training, name response, sit, lay down, coming when called, learning to relax, manners for visitors, go to your bed/crate, leash walking skills, handler control and technique, hand signals and movements, tricks & games, etc.

Lecture + Training Foundations + Basic Obedience Coursework + Basic Certificate

- Intermediate -

Dog Obedience Level II

Training plans designed for owners interested in beginning to train away from the home. Dogs age 4 months or older.

Must Complete Basic Training (6 sessions MINIMUM) prior to Intermediate Training and get approval from the trainer to move onto intermediate level obedience. Owners and their dogs must be able to successfully perform the skills they learned in Basic together. Owners do not have to be enrolled in sessions while working towards the next level. Regular practice IS required. This course is personalized for each individual dog and their owners.

Topics may include: Increased 3D’s, stay, wait, go to your bed/place, leave-it, targeting, positions, increased dog/owner engagement, dynamic commands, proofing, tricks, games, training sessions away from the home including outdoors, etc.

Lecture + Intermediate Obedience Coursework + Intermediate Certificate

- Advanced -

Dog Obedience Level III

Training plans designed for high performing dogs & motivated & consistent owners. Dogs age 1 year or older.

Must complete Basic and Intermediate Training and get approval from the trainer to move onto advanced level obedience. Owners and their dogs must be able to successfully perform the skills they learned in Basic and Intermediate together. Training a dog to this level of obedience can take years of hands on practice with your dog. Owners do not have to be enrolled in sessions while working towards DTL-III. Regular practice IS required.

Topics may include: High levels of 3D’s primarily focused on distraction and distance, training outdoors in busy public areas, heeling, working around other dogs and people, off-leash skills, therapy dog skills, training in hardware stores, shopping centers, crowds, along the coast, etc. and lot more.

Lecture + Advanced Obedience Coursework + Advanced Certificate

How Much Does In-Person, Private Training Cost?

In-Person Sessions Range from $150-$250 per session based on the dog and clients needs and your location.

Please see our service area for more information on pricing.

How many sessions will my dog need?

The number of sessions are dependent on both the dog & owners learning abilities.

Developing owners and dogs basic skills often ranges between 6-12 sessions per dog.

More sessions are needed to address behavioral issues. (See below for list)

The number of sessions required to reach intermediate and advanced levels are dependent on your goals.

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First begin with a Phone Consultation.

Cost: FREE