Dog Training Sessions

Private training sessions provide focused, one-on-one instruction tailored to your dog's specific needs and your family's goals.

 

Whether you need flexible scheduling, have a dog who struggles in group settings, or want to address specific behavioral challenges, private sessions offer the individualized attention that leads to faster progress.

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When Private Training Works Best

 

Scheduling Flexibility: For families who cannot attend our Saturday group classes due to work, travel, or other commitments.

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Individual Learning Needs

Dogs who are easily distracted, overstimulated, or anxious around other dogs often learn more effectively in a calm, one-on-one environment.

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Preparation for Group Classes

Some dogs benefit from building confidence and foundation skills through private sessions before joining group classes.

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Specific Behavioural Concerns

Addressing issues like leash reactivity, resource guarding, or fear-based behaviors that require specialized attention.

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Specialised Training Approach

 

Every dog-and-handler team is unique. We assess your dog's learning style, energy level, and personality alongside your handling skills, lifestyle, and training goals. This allows us to create a program that works for both of you.

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Our training methods focus on

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• Building clear communication between you and your dog

• Teaching skills that fit into your daily routine

• Creating positive associations with training and learning

• Developing your confidence as a handler

• Setting realistic, achievable goals

 

What We Cover

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• Foundation skills like recall, loose leash walking, and impulse control

• Household behaviours such as polite greetings, and emotional regulation

• Problem-solving for specific challenges like jumping, barking, or pulling

• Advanced skills and specialised training goals

• Handler education on learning to 'read' your dog's body language and stress signals to understand your dog better

 

Training Philosophy

 

All our methods use positive reinforcement techniques that strengthen the relationship between you and your dog while respecting your dog's emotional wellbeing.

 

We believe training should be enjoyable for both of you and should build your dog's confidence rather than relying on fear or intimidation.

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Sessions are conducted at our facility or your home, depending on your needs and training goals.

 

Each session includes hands-on practice, clear explanations of techniques, and take-home exercises to reinforce learning between sessions.

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Getting Started

 

Email us to discuss your training goals and schedule your first private session. We'll work together to create a training plan that helps you and your dog become the team you want to be.