Behavior Consulting & Private Training
Every dog has different needs, and sometimes one to one training is the best way to address specific challenges. I offer private training and behavior consulting for owners who need help with house manners, fear related behaviors, or basic obedience. My approach focuses on understanding your dog's body language and helping you recognize the underlying issues so you can work toward lasting improvements together. I've worked with many different breeds, sizes and temperaments.
Personalized Support
Understanding Body Language
Dogs communicate through their body language, and learning to recognize their signals can help you better understand their behavior. I help owners identify signs of stress, fear, discomfort, and other emotions that may influence how their dogs respond to different situations.
Addressing Behavioral Challenges
Whether your dog struggles with house manners, fear, or specific behaviors that make everyday life difficult, private training allows us to focus on those individual concerns. Together, we can work toward practical strategies that address your dog's needs and help you navigate challenging situations more confidently.
Building Obedience and Communication
Basic obedience helps establish clear and consistent communication expectations between you and your dog. I work with owners to strengthen these skills and develop practical approaches they can continue using at home and in everyday situations.
How Private Training Can Help?
Private training is tailored to your dog's individual needs and the challenges you are experiencing. You may benefit from one on one support if you are working through issues such as:
✓ House manners and unwanted behaviors at home
✓ Fear or anxiety in certain situations
✓ Difficulty responding to basic obedience cues
✓ Reactivity toward other dogs or people
✓ Discomfort with handling or everyday activities
✓ Understanding your dog's body language and behavioral signals
✓ Building consistency and confidence in your training approach
Every dog is different, so the first step is understanding what is happening and determining which training strategies may be most helpful.
Private Training Pricing
ricing may vary depending on your dog's needs, the type of behavioral support required, and the scope of the training. I can discuss your concerns and provide more information about pricing when we talk about your training goals. Travel fees pay be applied depending on location. Private training and behavior consulting starts at $125.
Service Areas
I train in the following areas:
✓ Smartsville
✓ Grass Valley
✓ Nevada City
✓ Yuba City
✓ Penn Valley
✓ Browns Valley
✓ Marysville
If you live in a nearby community that is not listed, you are welcome to inquire about availability.
Getting Started
The first step is contact me to discuss your dog, the behaviors you are seeing, and what you would like to improve. From there, I can help determine an appropriate training approach and discuss pricing and scheduling. Let's talk and make a plan about how private behavior consulting will help!