Lesson Programs
Train Together. Grow Together.
Our Private Lesson Programs are built for dog owners who want to be part of the process from start to finish. From day one, we’ll help you create a training plan that fits your lifestyle, your goals, and your dog’s unique needs. Whether you’re working through reactivity, building a reliable recall, or simply creating a calmer, more structured home.
These lessons focus on more than just obedience. We’ll teach you how to clearly communicate, build engagement, and troubleshoot behaviors using the right tools, timing, and structure. Every session is guided by us and practiced by you, so progress sticks long after the program ends.
Training takes place where it makes the most impact. We start at home or in controlled environments, then build toward real-world challenges like public outings and off-leash freedom.
Whether you're looking to build better behavior or unlock advanced off-leash control, we’ll meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go. Let’s build the skills and confidence you and your dog need to succeed together.
The Foundations
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Build trust, structure, and communication.
This program is perfect for dog owners who want to build structure, improve communication, and get ahead of problem behaviors before they become habits. You’ll learn how to work through common challenges like leash pulling, jumping, biting, and household chaos while teaching your dog how to follow direction, settle down, and look to you for guidance.
Every lesson is hands-on and takes place in environments that support your dog’s progress—whether that’s your home, our facility, or out in public. From engagement to leash handling to basic obedience, we’ll help you create a training foundation that lasts.
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This program includes six weekly private lessons, each lasting approximately one hour. Sessions are scheduled on the same day and time each week to help create consistency and momentum for both you and your dog.
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Because this is a hands-on program, progress depends on how consistently you follow through between lessons. That said, we’ll guide you every step of the way and tailor the training to fit your dog’s needs and your goals. Common areas we focus on include:
Household Manners
Crate training
Potty training
Greeting without jumping
Waiting at doors
Preventing counter surfing
Leash Skills & Outings
Loose leash walking
Heel position
Engagement outside
Behavioral Troubleshooting
Addressing unwanted behaviors like jumping, biting, and pulling
Building impulse control around low-level distractions
Foundational Obedience
Sit / Stay
Down / Stay
Place command
Reliable recall ("Come")
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6 one-hour private lessons (held weekly)
Training leash and collar
Treat pouch to help reinforce behaviors the right way
Weekly recaps
Lifetime support - you’ll always have access to us for questions or guidance down the road
The Progression
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Train beyond the basics.
This program is ideal for owners who want more than just the basics. Over 8 weeks, we’ll work on building your dog’s obedience and engagement in increasingly challenging environments while continuing to strengthen the foundational skills at home and in lower-distraction areas.
You’ll learn how to prepare your dog for everyday situations like outdoor dining, casual shopping, or walking calmly through busy areas. While not every dog trains directly at high-stimulation places like restaurants or wineries, we’ll teach you how to work toward those goals and give you the tools to advocate for your dog when out in public.
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This program includes eight weekly private lessons, each lasting approximately one hour. Sessions are held on the same day and time each week to help you and your dog build momentum and stay consistent throughout the program.
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Progress in this program depends on the consistency and effort you put in between lessons but we’ll guide you every step of the way. The Progression builds on your foundations training while introducing new challenges in more distracting environments. Depending on your goals, we may focus on:
Household & Lifestyle Skills
Greeting without jumping
Waiting at doors
Crate and potty training
Preventing counter surfing
Calm car loading and riding
Leash Skills & Public Prep
Loose leash walking
Structured heeling in new environments
Neutrality around people, dogs, and noise
Public training with mid-level distractions
Intermediate Obedience
Sit / Stay with more distance or duration
Down / Stay in busier settings
Place command under distraction
Recall (“Come”) in real-life scenarios
Behavioral Troubleshooting
Jumping, biting, pulling, or reactivity
Building impulse control in higher-distraction spaces
Helping you advocate for your dog in public
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8 one-hour private lessons (held weekly)
Training leash and collar
Long line for recall and public practice
Treat pouch to reinforce behaviors on the go
Weekly recaps
Free access to our private client group and exclusive training events
Lifetime support - we’re here for you long after your program ends
The Connection
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Confident handling. Clear communication. True freedom.
This program is designed for owners who want more than just obedience—they want a dog they can trust in public, on trails, and during everyday adventures. Over 12 weeks, we’ll help you build the kind of communication, structure, and engagement needed for reliable off-leash behavior.
Whether your goal is hiking off-leash, enjoying time at the beach, or just having better control in unpredictable environments, we’ll walk you through each step. You’ll learn how to condition the e-collar the right way, build responsiveness even around distractions, and ensure your dog looks to you no matter where you are.
This program doesn’t just teach your dog how to listen, it teaches you how to lead.
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This program includes twelve weekly private lessons, each approximately one hour long. Lessons are scheduled on the same day and time each week to help build momentum, reinforce consistency, and support long-term success.
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As with all of our private lesson programs, progress depends on how much effort and consistency you’re willing to put in between sessions. Over the course of 12 weeks, we’ll guide you through the full progression from leash work to reliable off-leash control built on communication, trust, and clarity. Areas we commonly focus on include:
Household & Lifestyle Manners
Greeting without jumping
Waiting at doors
Crate and potty training
Calm car loading and riding
Preventing counter surfing
Leash & Off-Leash Skills
Loose leash walking and structured heel
Long line and off-leash walking
Neutrality in high-distraction environments
Advanced public manners and focus
Advanced Obedience (On & Off Leash)
Sit / Stay
Down / Stay
Place command with distance and distractions
Off-leash recall ("Come")
Reliable response under pressure
Behavioral & Real-World Prep
Addressing reactivity or impulse issues
Advocating for your dog in public spaces
Building confidence through repetition and structure
Introducing and conditioning the e-collar properly
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12 one-hour private lessons (held weekly)
Training leash and collar
Long line for distance and off-leash prep
E-collar with comfort pad and bungee strap (included)
Treat pouch to reinforce key behaviors on the go
Any additional training tools needed for your dog’s success
Weekly recaps
Free access to our private client group and exclusive events
Lifetime support - we’re always here if you need help down the line
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Private Lesson FAQ
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Our private lesson programs are designed for dogs 4 months and older.
If your puppy is between 8–16 weeks, check out our Puppy Training options designed specifically for early development and socialization. -
Lessons are typically held in the comfort of your home, at our facility, or in public settings as your dog progresses. We’ll choose the environment that best supports your dog’s stage of training and your goals.
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Each session lasts approximately 45–60 minutes, depending on your dog’s progress, focus, and needs that day.
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We do not charge for additional dogs during lessons. However, the included training tools only apply to one dog. If you'd like tools and more dedicated time for each dog, we offer add-ons to accommodate that.
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Absolutely! You can purchase additional lessons at any time if you’d like more support or want to continue working toward new goals.
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We don’t offer guarantees for lesson programs, as success depends heavily on how consistently you follow through between lessons. We’ll give you the structure, guidance, and tools but the progress happens with the work you do at home.
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Not at all! We’ll teach you everything you need to know. These programs are designed to help you grow as a handler while teaching your dog.
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We understand life happens! We just ask for at least 24 hours’ notice so we can adjust our schedule accordingly.