What Is “Coaching” Dog Training?

“Coaching” dog training is a collaborative approach where you, as the dog parent, are actively involved in every step of your dog's training journey.

Unlike our “home schooling” program where the trainer does most of the hands-on work with your dog, coaching empowers you to become your dog’s primary trainer, with expert guidance every step of the way.

This personalized approach is designed to help you build confidence, hone your training skills, and deepen the bond between you and your canine companion.

How It Works

Coaching dog training typically involves a series of in-person sessions where your trainer teaches you how to train your dog effectively. Here's how it works:

1. Initial Consultation Every coaching journey begins with a comprehensive consultation. During this session, the trainer learns about your dog’s behavior, your training goals, and your unique household dynamic. This helps set the foundation for a customized training plan tailored to your needs.

2. Hands-On Learning In each session, your trainer demonstrates specific training techniques and guides you as you practice with your dog. You’ll learn the "why" behind every method, equipping you with a deeper understanding of your dog’s behavior and how to address it positively.

3. Homework Assignments Between sessions, you’ll have targeted exercises to practice with your dog. These activities reinforce what you’ve learned and ensure steady progress. Don’t worry—your trainer is just a call or email away if you have questions.

4. Progress Reviews Regular check-ins allow you to share your dog’s progress, troubleshoot challenges, and refine techniques. This ensures you and your dog are always moving forward.

Why Choose “Coaching” Dog Training?

1. Empowerment Coaching puts you in the driver’s seat, giving you the skills and knowledge to handle your dog’s behavior confidently. You won’t just learn how to address specific issues; you’ll gain tools you can use for a lifetime.

2. Stronger Bond By being hands-on in your dog’s training, you’ll foster a deeper connection and mutual trust. Your dog learns that you’re the source of guidance and reinforcement, strengthening your relationship.

3. Tailored Support Coaching allows for a highly personalized approach. Your trainer adapts to your learning style and your dog’s unique needs, ensuring the experience is as effective as it is enjoyable.

4. Cost-Effective Since you’re doing much of the hands-on work, coaching is more budget-friendly than our “home schooling” program where the trainer does most of the work with your dog one-on-one.

Is Coaching Dog Training Right for You?

“Coaching” dog training is ideal for:

• Dog parents looking for in-person training support and guidance to ensure that the training gets done.

• Dog parents who want to be actively involved in their dog’s growth and development.

• Those who enjoy learning and are committed to practicing training techniques consistently.

• Families who want to learn how to work together to train their dog.

If you’re looking for a hands-on, engaging way to train your dog while building an unbreakable bond, “coaching” dog training may be the perfect fit.

Coaching vs. Home Schooling

Both coaching and home schooling offer unique benefits, but the key difference lies in your level of involvement:

• Coaching: You are the primary trainer, with a professional guiding you at every step. This approach is perfect if you want to learn alongside your dog and feel empowered to handle training independently in the future.

• Home Schooling: The trainer works one-on-one with your dog to address specific behaviors or skills, and then teaches you how to maintain the results. This is a great option if you prefer a more hands-off approach or have limited time to train your dog yourself.

Our Packages & Pricing

“Foundations” Coaching Program

For dog parents ready to build calm, communication, and structure from the very beginning.

You want a home that feels peaceful and predictable — and a relationship where you and your dog truly understand each other.

Foundation is where everything starts. This program is designed to establish the core habits that shape daily life with your dog—how they move through the home, how they respond to your cues, and how they begin to regulate themselves around everyday stimulation. Whether you’re raising a new puppy or navigating early behavioral challenges, this program builds the relationship itself, not just surface behaviors.

Ideal For:

• First-time dog parents

• Proactive dog parents who want to get ahead of training rather than wait for problems

• Puppies and young dogs

• Potty + crate routines

• Jumping, pulling, and early impulse control

• Mild reactivity or overstimulation

“Skill Builder” Coaching Program

For dog parents ready to turn foundational training into real-world reliability.

You want your dog to respond outside the home the same way they do inside it. You want walks, visitors, and public outings to feel manageable instead of stressful or unpredictable.

Skill Builder takes the habits your dog already has and teaches them to hold under real-life pressure. This program is designed to strengthen focus, regulation, and responsiveness around movement, people, dogs, and everyday distractions—so behavior becomes dependable, not situational.

Ideal For:

• Leash reliability in public spaces

• Overstimulation outside the home

• Visitors, guests, and social settings

• Cafe, patio, and urban neutrality

• Dogs who know cues but break under pressure

“Sustained Progress” Coaching Program

For dog parents navigating complex behavior, reactivity, or long-standing emotional patterns.

You want your home to feel steady again. You want emotional regulation, trust, and consistency—not just surface-level obedience.

Sustained Progress is our highest-touch coaching container. This program is designed for deeper behavior patterns that don’t shift through short-term training alone. We work intentionally and consistently to rebuild emotional stability, resilience, and long-term household harmony.

Ideal For:

• Reactivity and fear-based responses

• Aggression risk or escalation patterns

• Baby integration

• Dog parents needing consistent professional accountability

Get Started Today!

Ready to take the reins in your dog’s training journey?

Contact us to schedule your initial consultation and learn more about how our “Coaching” Dog Training Service can work for you.

Coaching dog training offers the tools, support, and confidence you need to create lasting results.

Let’s work together to unlock your dog’s potential—and yours!