Foundation Skills 1-on-1 Private Training
Want to learn some of the Foundation Skills curriculum, but with 1-on-1 coaching? Or, maybe you have taken group classes with us, but want extra coaching 1-on-1 in your own home/in your neighbourhood?
The Program
Private In-Home Lessons covering basic Foundation Skills such as:
- Focus/Attention and Name Response
- Walk With Me
- Lay Down
- Hand Targeting (Touch)
- Go to Bed
- Playing Tug (And Drop)
- Sit-Stay, Down-Stay
- Doggie Zen (aka Leave It)
- Paw Object
- Recall Exercises
- Engage-Disengage
- Behaviour Generalization
Also, if you have a puppy under 5 months age, we can help you with matters normally covered in Puppy Socialization classes such as:
- House Training
- Nipping/Biting
- Preventing Resource Guarding
- Handling/Grooming/Restraint Exercises
When we adopted our dog, Corky, she didn’t even know her name and didn’t know any commands.
By the end of Foundation Skills, she knows a ton! How to sit, lay down, and even go to bed!
Most of all, you gave us the skills and knowledge to train Corky on an ongoing basis. Corky had a blast!
– Corky and Lauren R.
Our Service Area
Lessons Via Zoom: Anywhere!
In-person lessons are available as follows:
Sarah is available to see clients in Downtown Vancouver, South Granville, and Kitsilano. For clients outside of this area, we welcome pet parents to come visit us in these neighbourhoods.
Katie is available to see clients in Downtown Vancouver, Fairview, Olympic Village & East Van. For clients outside of this area, we welcome pet parents to come visit us in these neighbourhoods.
What’s It Cost?
Instructor Rates:
Basic
For budget-friendly DIY dog guardians- Review of Canine Behaviour History Form
- 1 x Initial Consultation (1.5 Hour)
- 1 x Coaching Sessions (1 Hour)
- Post Lesson Summary/Handouts
- Recommended use: Over 2 week period
- Expires after 3 months
- Email Support*
- 4 x Day Training (1 Hour Each)
Comprehensive
Our most popular option- Review of Canine Behaviour History Form
- 1 x Initial Consultation (1.5 Hour)
- 4 x Coaching Sessions (1 Hour each)
- Post Lesson Summary/Handouts
- Email Support*
- Recommended use: Over 5 week period
- Expires after 6 months
- 4 x Day Training (1 Hour Each)
Intensive
For the absolute best results- Review of Canine Behaviour History Form
- 1 x Initial Consultation (1.5 Hour)
- 4 x Coaching Sessions (1 Hour each)
- 4 x Day Training (1 Hour Each)
- Post Lesson Summary/Handouts
- Email Support*
- Recommended use: Over 5 week period
- Expires after 6 months
Bespoke
For needs beyond our highest package- 15 minute discovery call
- Custom tailored package for you and your dog
- Customized quotation
* Email Support (within reason) starting from the first appointment and ending 2 weeks after final appointment in package
Please note, availability of senior vs. master level instructor varies by location and if you have a specific request, we may need you to travel to a specific location for your lesson.
For details regarding class/training policies, please see our Policy page: