Private · Any age
Private Lessons
Private lessons are the fastest way to work on one thing that is getting in the way of daily life. Your trainer comes to your home, meets you at the school or joins you on your usual walk route, and builds a plan around your dog and your week.
- Format
- Private
- Ages
- Any age
- Length
- 60-minute sessions, booked as single lessons or packages
- From
- $125 per lesson, less in a package
Great for
- One clear problem: jumping, door dashing, barking at the window
- Busy schedules that do not fit a weekly class
- Dogs who find group classes too much
- Owners who want a tailored written plan
What your dog learns
- A plan built for your dog's real triggers
- Practice in the place the problem happens
- Clear handling skills for every family member
- A written summary after every lesson
How it runs
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1
Lesson 1: Listen and plan
We watch your dog in their normal setting, ask a lot of questions and agree on two or three goals.
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2
Lessons 2 and on: Coach and practise
Each visit adds one skill, checks your homework and adjusts the plan.
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3
Between lessons: Stay on track
Text or email check-ins so you are never stuck for a week.
Prices
Before HST. No booking fees.
- Single private lesson 60 minutes $125
- 3-lesson package Use within 8 weeks $345
- 5-lesson package Use within 12 weeks $550
- Travel outside Halifax peninsula Dartmouth, Bedford, Clayton Park +$20
Always included
- Written lesson summary and homework
- Text and email check-ins between visits
- Lessons at home, at the school or on your walk route
- Package lessons can be shared by family members
An honest note
If your dog has bitten someone or shows serious fear, start with the Reactive Dog Program assessment so we can match you with the right trainer from day one.
From Private Lessons families
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"Tofu hated the door bell. Priya came to our apartment, watched for ten minutes and gave us a plan that actually worked in our tiny hallway."
Gina P. with Tofu, 6-year-old rescue chihuahua
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"Pepper's recall was a joke. After four lessons and a lot of long-line practice she now comes flying back at the beach. I cried a little the first time."
Leah M. with Pepper, 3-year-old border collie
Questions about Private Lessons
Do you come to my house?
Yes, anywhere in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and Clayton Park. Many problems are easiest to fix where they happen.
How many lessons will I need?
Most families see clear progress in 3 to 5 lessons. We will tell you honestly at the first lesson what we expect.
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Is Private Lessons right for your dog?
Answer a few quick questions and we will confirm the fit, suggest a start time and send you everything you need to know. A real trainer replies within one business day.