We offer flexible training tailored to your dog and schedule. Start with an Initial Consultation for a personalized plan, then add Follow-Up Sessions as needed to reinforce skills, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure steady progress. The ideal number of sessions will be determined after your free training assessment.
Every dog and family is unique. Private training begins with a Free Training Assessment, allowing you to share your goals and concerns. After reviewing your assessment, we'll reach out by email with personalized feedback and recommended next steps.
Your training journey continues with a comprehensive Initial Consultation, designed to provide clear guidance, actionable steps, and hands-on support from day one. From there, you can choose to book individual Follow-Up Sessions as needed.
Goals We Can Address Together:
Initial Consultation – $160 per 1-hour session
Your first session includes:
Required for all new clients.
Follow-Up Sessions – $140 per 45-minute session
If additional training support is needed, Follow-Up Sessions offer continued coaching and skill progression at your dog’s pace. You will receive updated written notes, homework, and email support.
Location: In-person at your home and/or in your neighborhood (travel fees may apply).
To help your dog succeed, some training tools may be recommended for purchase at an additional cost. We make it easy — we can provide them directly as part of your session or package for convenience.
Private training is ideal for puppies, adult dogs, and senior dogs who need individualized attention. It’s especially helpful for dogs with specific concerns, busy families, or owners who prefer customized, one-on-one guidance.
Private sessions focus entirely on your dog and your goals. There are no distractions from other dogs, allowing us to move at your dog’s pace and address issues more efficiently than in a group setting.
Sessions can take place in your home, your neighborhood, or other agreed-upon locations, depending on your dog’s needs and training goals. This helps ensure training is practical and real-life applicable.
Sessions typically last 45–60 minutes, allowing enough time for training, discussion, and questions without overwhelming your dog.
We can help with basic obedience, leash manners, jumping, barking, recall, impulse control, confidence-building, and more.
Yes. These are some of the most common issues addressed in private training, and we tailor solutions to your dog’s specific triggers and environment.
Many clients see improvement within the first few sessions, though progress depends on consistency, practice, and the complexity of the behavior.
We prioritize goals and work through them step by step, ensuring steady progress without overwhelming you or your dog.
The number of sessions depends on your goals and your dog’s needs. Some clients benefit from a short series, while others prefer ongoing support.
Reliable Canine
📍 Serving Gatineau/Ottawa and surrounding areas
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