Private Lessons and Behavioral Consultations

Private instruction is tailored to meet your individual needs. We can meet virtually, come to your home, or meet you at one of our training sites.

One-on-one instruction is a great place to start any training, whether you’re bringing home a brand new puppy or dealing with serious behavioral issues.

To get started, please fill out the Behavior Questionnaire (Microsoft Word document format, also available to fill out online if you would prefer) and email it to us or contact us with any questions. Once you’ve submitted your questionnaire, we will match you with the best trainer for your unique training needs. Want to work with a specific trainer? You can request this on the questionnaire!

I have an emergency and need help now! We’re here for you. Please fill out the behavior questionnaire above so that we can match you with the best trainer. While we’re working to find the right match for your situation, you can register for a Panic Button Consult, and meet with a Certified Professional Dog Trainer for 45 minutes to get an immediate plan in place. Your Panic Button consult will include a customized, bullet-pointed email list of recommendations for next training steps (classes, private lessons, Canine to Five, a veterinary visit, etc.) as well as a chance to ask your most pressing questions. Your trainer may also be able to recommend specific trainers who specialize in your dog’s unique behavior issue, and will fast-track your referral to the correct trainer. Note that Panic Button Consults are meant to be used for immediate safety and informational use, and are not designed to be used as the sole means of addressing a serious behavior concern. Further follow-up on your part will still be required!

Cost:

Behavior Consultations with Certified Behavior Consultant for Canines:

• $250 for behavior modification/adult dog training.
• $150 for new puppies.
• Discounts available for multiple lessons purchased and booked as a package!
  • • 10% off your total if you book 5+ lessons.
    • 30% off your total if you book 10+ lessons.

Family Dog Mediation™ with Certified Family Dog Mediator:

• $200 for behavior modification/adult dog training.
• $100 for new puppies.
• Discounts available for multiple lessons purchased and booked as a package!
  • • 10% off your total if you book 5+ lessons.
    • 30% off your total if you book 10+ lessons.

Behavior and Training appointments with Certified Professional Dog Trainers:

• $150 for a single session (60-90 minutes)
• $125 per session for current students (students who have attended a Paws Abilities Dog Training class within the past 30 days)
• Discounts available for multiple lessons purchased and booked as a package!
  • • 10% off your total if you book 5+ lessons.
    • 30% off your total if you book 10+ lessons.

Behavior and Training appointments with non-certified dog trainers:

• $125 for a single session (60-90 minutes)
• $100 per session for current students (students who have attended a Paws Abilities Dog Training class within the past 30 days)
• Discounts are available for multiple lessons purchased and booked as a package!
  • • 10% off your total if you book 5+ lessons.
    • 30% off your total if you book 10+ lessons.

Separation Anxiety specialty program:

• $200 for an initial consult (60-90 minutes) – book your consult here.
• $450/week for customized program.
  • Daily, customized homework assignments five days a week.
  • Daily video and/or training notes review of homework five days a week.
  • Private spreadsheet to keep you on track.
  • Weekly virtual check-in (30 minutes).
• Discounts available for month-to-month programs!
  • $1200/month for programs booked and paid in advance.

Agility, Rally, Competition Obedience, Nose Work, Therapy Dog, and other sports or obedience/manners training:

• $75 for a single session (60 minutes)
• $60 per session for current students (students who have attended a Paws Abilities Dog Training class within the past 30 days)
• Discounts are available for multiple lessons purchased and booked as a package!
  • • 10% off your total if you book 5+ lessons.
    • 30% off your total if you book 10+ lessons.

Dog Selection Concierge (help with finding a dog for your family!):

• $250 for a standard package:
  • One 30-minute virtual consultation with your trainer ahead of time to discuss what you’re looking for in a dog.
  • Up to one hour of email support/research into appropriate candidates (either you can send breeder or rescue dog info to your trainer for their input, or they can do research for you on options and introduce you to their recommended breeders/shelters/fosters via email).
  • Up to three meetings with local breeders, fosters, or shelters to help you select a great dog who fits your needs (this can include virtual meetings with breeders to identify a responsible breeder, behavioral assessments of adoptable dogs to help you find the perfect match, and/or in-person puppy testing of foster or breeder litters).
  • One 45-60 minute in-person consultation when your new dog comes home.
• $1000 for a specialty package (for those with special needs or who are selecting their first dog ever):
  • One 60-90 minute virtual consult with your trainer ahead of time to discuss what you’re looking for in a dog.
  • Up to four hours of email support/research into appropriate candidates, led by your trainer (we will do the legwork for you in identifying prospects – you are always welcome/encouraged to assist with this piece).
  • Up to three meetings with local breeders, fosters, or shelters to help you select a great dog who fits your needs (this can include virtual meetings with breeders to identify a responsible breeder, behavioral assessments of adoptable dogs to help you find the perfect match, and/or in-person puppy testing of foster or breeder litters).
  • One 30-60 minute preparation lesson prior to your dog coming home, where your trainer will help you set up your house, put together a socialization/exercise/training plan that works for your family, and answer your questions about getting ready for your new family member.
  • One 45-60 minute in-person consultation when your new dog comes home.
  • One 45-60 minute in-person consultation three weeks after your new dog comes home.
• Note: we strongly recommend that prospective pet owners read the book “Meet Your Dog” by Kim Brophey prior to starting the dog selection process!

Note on Travel Fees for all services:

• Travel fees apply for in-home visits and are dependent on your trainer’s travel time (no charge for less than 30 minutes of driving, $50 for 31-60 minutes of travel time, and $50/hour for travel time over one hour). We will make every effort to schedule you with the trainer who lives closest to you unless you request otherwise. Virtual consults are always available for those who live outside of our immediate service area, or who just prefer the convenience and expediency of meeting virtually!