Dealing with frustrating or frightening behavior? Need more one-on-one support? I can help you.
Private dog training for a well mannered companion.
How Finishing School can help
I know each dog has its own, unique behavioral challenges. But here are a few of the most common issues I can help you with:
Bodie at Norbuck Park
Basic manners, life skills and social etiquette
Reliable recall
Barking
Resource Guarding
Confidence Building
Cooperative Care
Leash Manners and Reactivity
How Finishing School works
your own personal trainer
Starting with an online consultation we discuss your concerns, address your needs and go over your training goals. I will develop a plan tailored to your individual situation.
Training program customized to your goals
Whether you want to do the training or let me do it for you, we will take time together to decide which will be the best option for you.
Ellie on SoPac trail
Beau on the White Rock Creek trail
Private dog training sessions
All training solutions are customized to fit your busy lifestyle. Private sessions provide training suited to your goals while teaching you the skills to maintain your dog’s newly attained good etiquette for their lifetime.
Enjoy your charming companion
All that’s left is for you to relax and enjoy the charming, well-behaved companion you knew your dog could be. Real training results you’ll feel good about.
Finishing School Packages
One on one, private coaching. I train you how to train.
The Good Mannered Host
$460
Maybe your dog is a persistent jumper or you need help tackling behavior around the home? If you have the time and are ready to commit to developing the necessary skills to teach your dog how to be the best companion, this is the option for you.
1 online Initial Consultation
3 Training sessions
Customized Training Plan
Weekly Check-ins Online
Email & Phone Support for the duration of the program
The Socialite
$810
Whether you’re struggling with nuisance behaviors like excess barking, chewing, or digging, or more serious issues like aggression in its many forms—leash reactivity, fear, resource guarding, - I can successfully guide you through it. I look forward to helping you fully enjoy your four-legged friend.
1 online Initial Consultation
6 Training Sessions
Customized Training Plan & Homework
Weekly Check-ins Online
Email & Phone support for 2 months after completion of the program
Too busy to train? I’ll do the training for you.
Companion Manners Program
60 minute initial consultation: $145
$405 /week
Initial Consultation (in-person or online)
Individual Training Plan
3 Training Sessions a week
1 Transfer Session a week
Weekly online Problem Solving check-ins
Email and phone support for 2 months after completion of the program
You have a vision of the perfect canine companion. I want to help you reach it.
My first step will be to craft a training plan around your vision and training goals.
For three days a week, I train your dog then on the fourth day, we meet so I can transfer what your pup has learned over to you. Online problem solving check-ins will answer any pressing questions between sessions and weekly training videos let you see the training in action.
A more poised companion where you want it the most -around the home and neighborhood.
Ready to get started?
Schedule a free 20 minute phone consultation
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Or fill out a behavior questionnaire and I’ll contact you!