Private Training

Private training is held in your home or wherever the problem behavior presents itself. I travel almost the entire Twin Cities metro area. There is a modest trip fee of $1/mile roundtrip for mileage in excess of 20 miles one-way from 5405 42nd Ave So, Minneapolis.

Behavior Training

Private (one-on-one in your home) behavior training is needed when your desire is to modify a problem behavior like aggression, destruction, or separation anxiety, to name a few. Behavior problems don't go away with age. They become more ingrained and "well-practiced" with time. Further, incorrect training methods may worsen the behavior or create other behavior problems.

With an in-home training session, we will take the time to fully understand your dog and the behaviors presented. With the first lesson, you will learn and practice the training solutions most appropriate for your dog, family and lifestyle. Initial private training sessions typically take an hour and a half, but could be less or more. Cost is $75.00 per hour for all trainers, excluding Maureen; $85.00/hour with Maureen. Or you can purchase a package of 4 hours for $260 for all trainers, excluding Maureen; $300 with Maureen. The 4 hours can be divided as needed but used within 4 months of purchase.

You don't have to be on your own to implement the training correctly. We can schedule follow-up training sessions where we can show you how to properly execute the training, and make adjustments based on how your dog responds. We will provide you with specific, manageable training exercises where you can see weekly progress.

Package Rate for Private Obedience Training

How much personal attention are you getting in your group class? Private lessons allow you and your dog to learn much more, then when competing for the instructor's attention in a group class. You will receive training customized for your dog's personality and breed, not generic exercises. Cost is $260.00 for four 1-hour sessions for all trainers, excluding Maureen; $300.00 with Maureen . Must be used within 4 months.

If you have more than one dog the price is still the same. If you have a friend who is looking for the same training, you can split the price between you. That is, you are paying for our time not for the number of dogs being trained.