Private Dog Training Sessions
Please note our CANCELLATION POLICY
Not all dogs may be suitable for group training class to start. After an initial phone conversation with you about your dog, we may suggest an evaluation or behavioral evaluation session so we can place your dog in the best situation to set them up for success. Some reasons we would suggest private sessions rather than a group include:
Puppies under about 5 months old because their attention span is limited and we feel that they do not get the most out of a group as it is too much stimulation for their best chance at success. Here we want to teach them their commands and give them a chance to build muscle memory before adding too much distraction so they or their humans don’t get frustrated.
Moderate to severe leash reactivity/Aggression to other dogs or humans. Most owners know they have an aggressive dog, however.. there is a difference between aggression and reactivity though it can be a fine line. We like to work out mild reactivity in a group, but if it is moderate to severe we will need to evaluate and work with that dog to be able to be under control before attending a group class for the safety of all.
Shy, timid or overly anxious dogs are also sometimes recommended for private sessions as some dogs can be overwhelmed coming to an unfamiliar place and expected to focus. Sometimes it take one or two private sessions to get them comfortable enough and for severe anxiety usually more. It is always our priority to do the best thing for the DOG to help them be able to live the happiest, most confident life possible!
Also please note: Severe anxiousness or timidness can turn into aggression, view article to know the signs!