Puppy Training Services
Expert puppy training for a fun-loving future together
Puppyhood goes fast – but the habits formed now shape your dog’s future. Whether you’re brand new to puppy-parenting, or just need a little support, we’ll help you build a joyful relationship based on force-free communication, trust, and play.
From biting to chewing to evening zoomies – we coach you through the tough stuff, and help your pup grow into the adventure buddy you imagined. We do it all using kind, effective methods that build your bond and support your puppy’s safe and optimal development.
Private puppy training that
fits your lifestyle:
Jumpstart
Done-for-you puppy training, right at home
How it works:
Our trainer visits your puppy to teach them new skills (so you don’t have to!)
- A certified trainer does the heavy-lifting of training for you
- Your puppy enjoys learning from an expert
- We’ll train your pup at their home
- Puppy Field Trips to build confidence out & about are also available (see below)
- You’ll stay in-the-know via Transfer Sessions with you every other week
- Includes additional follow-ups with you at the end of the program to ensure lasting success
Best for:
Puppy parents with busy schedules, or who want a premier learning experience for their pup
Coaching
Let's train your puppy together
How it works:
We’ll be your personal puppy training coach. You’ll have weekly lessons with our trainer, plus tips and support between sessions.
- A certified trainer meets with you and your puppy to coach you through new skills
- You’ll be involved in your puppy’s training from start to finish
- Learn how your puppy thinks and bond with them through training
- Receive customized notes after each session, so you know exactly what to practice that week
- Bonus support between sessions – we’re just an email away!
Best for:
Puppy parents with time to invest into training and who want to be more hands-on with the training process
“Mara was WONDERFUL with our dog, Luna! We saw a HUGE improvement in our dog’s behavior after only the first session (truly, she was training US for what to do). She is calm, patient and very kind. Luna and we loved her! Highly recommend”
Puppy Training Packages
Joyful Puppy
Learn more:
- Includes: Start Right Session, plus four 1-hour sessions at your home
- Covers foundation cues and basic manners like sit, come, and settle
- Problem prevention – positively address housetraining, chewing, biting, and more
- Incorporates core “puppy life skills” like comfort with body handling, sounds, and alone training
- Investment: $670
Coaching: Meet weekly with our trainer for in-person coaching at your home. Learn alongside your puppy and receive tips and support between sessions.
Puppy Jumpstart
Learn more:
- Includes: Start Right Session, plus twelve 1-hour training sessions:
- 8 Jumpstart Sessions (puppy-only)
- 2 Transfer Sessions with you
- 2 Follow-Up Sessions to ensure lasting success
- You’ll learn quick tips for relief from puppy headaches like biting and housetraining, and how to easily help your puppy make good choices
- Then, your puppy learns 1-on-1 with our trainer, with two private lessons each week covering life skills and basic manners.
- We meet with you periodically throughout training and afterwards for even more support.
- Investment: $1590
Jumpstart: Our certified trainer jumpstarts your dog’s training for you.
- We’ll do the hardest part – teaching your puppy new behaviors – so you don’t have to.
- You’ll learn how to use and maintain your puppy’s new skills along the way
- Rest easy while your puppy learns via fun, force-free methods
ADD-ON PACKAGE:
Puppy Field Trips
Ensure your pup gets the best socialization during this critical learning window – Have a trainer socialize your puppy for you!
Puppies urgently need positive exposures to people, places, and more in order to become happy, easygoing adults.
Let our expert trainer craft personalized, positive learning experiences for your pup – and cross socialization off your to do list.
Learn more:
- Includes: Four 1-hour Field Trips, where our trainer guides your pup’s experience at dog-friendly locations around town
- Field trips build confidence with new sights, sounds, smells, people, and places.
- Pickup and drop-off included
- Can be added on to any puppy package
- Best for pups under 4 months old (the earlier the better!)
- Investment: $480 with a Coaching package / $600 with a Jumpstart package
Puppy Field Trips are highly recommended if:
- You want a worry-free, go-anywhere future companion
- Your puppy is already shy around new things, people, or places
- Your puppy’s breed tends to be wary of strangers or novelty (many working and herding breeds!)
How it works:
- Your puppy gets 1-on-1 learning time with our trainer
- The agenda for each Field Trip is tailored to your individual puppy, and is determined by your puppy’s age, personality, and vaccination status.
- We follow AVSAB recommendations for effective and safe puppy socialization.
Getting started is easy:
1. Free Intro Call
We welcome you to schedule a free 30-minute phone call with our trainer. We’ll explore which training package best fits your needs.
2. Start Right Session
All packages kick off with a Start Right Session. We’ll listen to your goals, give you initial tips, and create your puppy’s training plan.
3. Get Training!
From here, you’re ready to embark on your training journey! You and your puppy begin learning positive strategies to achieve your goals.