Private Training
Whether you have a new puppy, have adopted a new dog, are expecting a baby or have some behaviour issues, we can help!
Our team has many years of experience helping families with their dogs. We specialize in behaviour modification from the mild to the severe and have proven training strategies to help with any behaviour issue.
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North Vancouver In-person and online training
Note: Please read our Private Training Policies at the bottom of this page before registering.
2 sessions
Quick start
Some examples of what we cover:
- Tips on improving basic obedience, recall or leash skills
- Help your friendly dog for a new baby
- Advice on choosing a puppy or dog for your family
- Considerations for a newly adopted dog
- $400 + GST ($420)
5 sessions
new Beginnings
Some examples of what we cover:
- Integrating a new dog into your home
- Socialization, leash skills, manners, and obedience
- New puppy prep and early training
- Can’t make a group class work into your schedule
- Help with minor behaviour issues
- $950 + GST ($997.50)
Additional sessions are $190 plus GST
8 sessions
Behaviour Modification
Some examples of what we cover:
- Resource guarding
- Handling issues, touch, sound, or object sensitivity
- Dogs who are reactive on leash
- Fear-based behaviour
- Aggressive behaviour, including dogs with a bite history
- $1,400 + GST ($1,470.00)
Additional sessions are $175 plus GST
Fernie In-person and online training
Note: Please read our Private Training Policies at the bottom of this page before registering.
2 sessions
Quick start
Some examples of what we cover:
- Tips on improving basic obedience, recall or leash skills
- Help your friendly dog for a new baby
- Advice on choosing a puppy or dog for your family
- Considerations for a newly adopted dog
- $320 + GST ($336.00)
5 sessions
new beginnings
Some examples of what we cover:
- Integrating a new dog into your home
- Socialization, leash skills, manners, and obedience
- New puppy prep and early training
- Can’t make a group class work into your schedule
- Help with minor behaviour issues
- $750 + GST ($787.50)
Additional sessions are $150 plus GST
8 sessions
behaviour modification
Some examples of what we cover:
- Resource guarding
- Handling issues, touch, sound, or object sensitivity
- Dogs who are reactive on leash
- Fear-based behaviour
- Aggressive behaviour, including dogs with a bite history
- $1,120 + GST ($1,176.00)
Additional sessions are $140 plus GST
Included in each training package
- Training notes, homework and ongoing feedback.
- Email support during and after your sessions are finished.
- Training handouts, video examples and relevant resources.
- Enrichment guidance and toy recommendations.
It’s our job to make sure you understand the training process, see some solid progress during our time together and have the tools to help you keep moving forward with your training.
Find your Training
Not sure where to start? No problem! Book yourself into our schedule for a free, 30-minute phone consult so we can help you determine the most suitable training path. We are happy to give you any tips and resources that we can during our chat!
Private training policies
- Refund Policy: Fees are non-refundable. Exception if your dog is ill and cannot proceed with training or you return or rehome your dog. Any refund will be the unused portion less a 15% admin fee. A note from a veterinarian may be required in the event of illness.
- Cancellation Policy: We require 24 hours’ notice if you cannot make your scheduled session, or you forfeit that session.
- Access to Add-On Sessions: The ability to add-on sessions to completed packages will expire 6 months after your last training session.
- Expiry of Prepaid Training Sessions: Packages must be used within 1 month of the scheduled date of your last session.
- Food Allergies: We will be using food treats in our training. Please advise us if your dog has any food allergies.
- Equipment: Your dog should be equipped with a flat buckle or snap type collar or a body harness and a regular 4 or 6-foot, fixed length (not retractable) leash. Please email us if you need suggestions for harnesses or other equipment.
- Bite History: If your dog has a bite history, we require you to follow our safety guidelines during our sessions together which may include wearing a muzzle.
- Photo and Video Release: We love sharing your success stories! You will be asked for your consent during our intake process.