Dog Training

In-Person Dog Training and Behavior Modification in San Francisco & San Mateo County

  • Private coaching: Learn how to train and handle your dog with a personalized behavior modification plan and hands-on training.
  • Day Training & Reactivity Walks: Hire me to work directly with your dog solo via customized training walks and focused sessions. (San Francisco only)
  • Remote Training: Online sessions available for clients outside our local service area.

Private Coaching / Behavior Modification

During private coaching sessions, you will learn how to train your dog, navigate difficult situations, and resolve behavioral issues.

Sessions are one hour long and conducted in person at your home or local neighborhood, following a customized training plan tailored to your dog’s specific needs. Each session includes homework instructions to complete between sessions to ensure steady progress.

How It Works

  • Getting Started: Begins with an initial assessment to evaluate your dog, set training goals, and discuss your customized training plan.
  • Customized Training Plan: Tailored plans designed around your dog’s specific needs and your training goals.
  • Training packages: Available as single sessions or multi-session packages.
  • Your Commitment: 15 minutes of homework daily (easily built into mealtimes and walks).
  • Timeline: Behavior modification typically takes 4–12 sessions (2–6 months) held weekly or bi-weekly.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Sessions are available on weekdays and on weekends

Also Included:

  • Detailed session notes & exercise guides
  • Access to video demos & tutorials
  • Between-session chat support

Private dog training rates:

Dog behavior consultation / initial assessment (~1,5 hrs): $ 200

Single follow-up session: $ 175 (1h)

Training Packages:

  • 4 sessions: 680$ (valid 2 months)
  • 6 sessions: 990$ (valid 3 months)
  • 8 sessions: 1280$ (valid 4 months)

PUPPY Training program – 990$
(5 weeks / 2 sessions per week)

Day training / Training walks

Outsource your dog’s training to a professional trainer. I work with your dog solo several times a week while you’re busy or away. Once in a while, we hold a transfer session so you can review progress, learn hands-on handling skills, and keep up the momentum at home.

What to Expect

  • Session Length: 1 hour per session.
  • Location: Conducted at your home, on neighborhood walks, or both.
  • Hybrid: Options with 2/3/4xweek training walks and 4/2/1xweek coaching sessions
  • Timeline: Expect results in ~1-2 months for basic obedience, or 2-4 months for behavior modification. Complex behavior and multiple issues may take longer.
  • Getting Started: Start with an initial assessment session

Logistics

  • Subscription: Billed every 4 weeks
  • Set Schedule: You’ll receive dedicated recurring days and time slots.
  • Hands-Free: No need to be home for training walks (lockbox or secure key access required).

Day Training

  • Training walks 2x/week + weekly coaching: 1280$
  • Training walks 3x/week + bi-weekly coaching: 1440$
  • Training walks 4x/week + monthly transfer coaching: 2080$
  • Single day training session: 120$

Virtual Training

Remote consultations and online training are available for everyone outside San Francisco.

  • Consultations: get a consultation regarding your dog’s behavior, ask questions before getting a puppy, etc
  • Virtual training: online lessons + in-person Zoom calls + homework to complete before sessions

Rates for online consults & remote training:

120$ / 1 hour

5-session package: 500$ (Duration: 3 months)

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