Private Lessons – An education in advanced training
Private
lessons are a great way to strengthen your bond and gain control over
your furry buddy. These one on one lessons are designed to help
you understand, communicate to, and train your dog yourself under my
direct supervision. You will be amazed at how much you will
learn! When I train your dog myself, I must only
teach you how to be a good dog handler. These private lesson
programs will teach you to be your dog’s handler and teacher – a far
more rewarding experience.
A dog trained by you and Steve:
Will not need a big bag of treats to be bribed into listening.
Will not need to be spoken to sternly, yelled at, intimated, or manhandled to listen.
Will not need a leash attached when you need obedience.
Will not need to be told twice to obey their owner.
WILL listen to one soft spoken command in any environment with the most difficult distractions you can think of.
The best part is the training is humane, respectful, and a bonding experience for you and your dog.
When comparing our training programs to others please don’t confuse REAL DEAL DOG TRAINING with:
An ex police dog handler or military dog handler now working as a dog trainer.
A large dog training franchise with strange training gimmicks… like barking back at your dog!
Someone who learned only through reading books, online programs, or videos about dog training.
Someone who uses only outdated WW2 style “command and jerk” choke collar techniques.
Someone who took a private certification test based mainly on a multiple choice sit down exam.
A veterinary behaviorist that uses drugs or euthanasia as the fix for most problems
Unfortunately,
there are no government regulated standards for dog training.
Anyone can claim to be qualified or even certified. Some even have
elaborate web sites with lots to say but nothing to show. The wrong
choice can cause your dog unnecessary stress, limited results, and
sometimes even a recommendation for euthanasia!
Below are some of my private training options and prices.
Training Consult
This is you and your dog’s first meeting with me, your trainer. In the consult you can expect:
- First, I will record your dog’s history, take an analysis of his
behavior, and discuss the goals you would like to achieve with him.
-Then, we will go over a detailed plan on how we will reach all your
goals using a combination of behavioral modification, training, and
management.
- After, we will do some hands on exercises to get you started
This
consult is also slightly modified as an option for someone to get on
the right track with a new puppy that doesn’t have the time to attend
weekly puppy classes. This is called a “puppy consult”.
For most obedience and aggression problems follow up lessons will be required.
The consult generally lasts about 3 – 4 hours depending on the complexity of your goals.
Cost - $250
Follow
up lessons
Follow
up lessons generally last between 1 1/2 – 2 hours. During
these lessons we work on specific exercises that you will learn to
practice on your own that will bring you toward your training goals.
Total number of sessions vary on dog and handler, with the number of
lessons usually somewhere between 12-22. I usually work with dog
and handler, or
handlers if you are a couple or family, once per week to allow plenty
of time for practice. 2 Dogs, no problem. Same pricing applies, yet the
total number of lessons may increase slightly.
Cost - $100 per lesson
Full
Off-Leash Control Package
This private lesson package is designed for
someone who is committed to having their dog fully trained the right
way without cutting corners. Your dog will do all exercises
outlined on and off leash around distractions. This package can
be customized for a dog that needs aggression rehabilitation,
confidence building, or preparing for more advanced training such as
personal protection or assistance dog training.
Exercises Include: Leash and people manners Attention to name “Climb” and stay on objects “Sit” stay The one hour plus “Down” stay around distractions “Come” when called in the presence of distractions Go to “place” mat and stay “Heel” on leash (walking controlled on left side of handler) “Heel” off leash around distractions “No”- stop what you are doing “Leave it” – disengage with object, animal, or person “OK” – permission to engage with person, object, or animal “Free” – release from all commands
This package includes: 1 – consult 22 – Private lessons 6 – months unlimited support group classes (must be able to travel to Peekskill for group class)