Pricing

The 10 Pack Jumpstart Training Program – $1,540

Includes:

Virtual introduction call – 30 minutes
2 in-home private training lessons – 60 minutes
8 one-on-one training with your dog – 60 minutes
Video/text follow-up and report cards
Flexible scheduling

The 20 Pack Jumpstart Training Program – $3,060

Includes:

Virtual introduction call – 30 minutes
3 in-home private training lessons – 60 minutes
17 one-on-one training with your dog – 60 minutes
Video/text follow-up and report cards
Flexible scheduling

Initial Consultation  (60-90 mins) – $170

*Required before all training lessons and packages, fully deducted from package purchase

Private Lesson In-Home (45-60 mins)

Single Lesson – $170
5 Pack – $850

Day Training (45 mins)

Per Session – $150
10 pack – $1,500

A $10 additional travel fee applies over 15 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

Below you’ll find answers to some of the questions I get asked the most about my training methods. If you have any other question, please contact me.

I use non aversive, science based methods like classical- and operant conditioning. I also follow the LIMA guidelines. https://www.ccpdt.org/about-us/least-intrusive-minimally-aversive-lima-effective-behavior-intervention-policy/

When initially teaching a behavior I focus on positive reinforcement. It means that we find out what is most reinforcing for your dog and use it to motivate. The beginning stages usually that means food/treats and when the behavior is fluent, we switch to play and other real-life rewards. 

When working on behavior modification I use classical counterconditioning, differential reinforcement of alternative behaviors and/or other behaviors, desensitizing.

In my training philosophy, there’s no need for intimidation, dominance, alpha roll, physical- or mental punishment. There’s no place for choke chains, prong- or shock collars. We work on creating a healthy human-animal bond as a foundation and the rest of the training depends on that trust.

If we want our dogs to learn something, we need to motivate them. Food is a primary reinforcer that is easily accessible and can get the best results without unwanted consequences. As your dog gets better and more reliable, you will transfer from using treats to real life rewards. But first, you need to motivate your dog. S/he won’t do it because s/he loves you as you don’t go to work just because you like your boss!

Every dog is an individual therefore different dogs have different learning abilities. It depends on many factors like training history, age, breed, owner’s skills and time to train etc.

Training your dog doesn’t have to be a chore that must be done. In fact, it should be fun for all parties that are involved in training. Finding 5-10 minutes in the morning and evening can make a huge difference. Learning occurs all the time, no matter what. Our dogs observe and make associations – whether good or bad – every awake minute. It is up to you, how much of that valuable time you use during the day but you will only be able to see results if you are involved in the training.

Private sessions are designed so that you practice what you’ve learned. For certain behavior modification – like aggression – owner participation is crucial since sometimes it’s only one or two people who can handle the dog safely. 

Daytraining helps the dog to learn behaviors faster but needs to be practiced even when the trainer is not there.

Contact Vivien with any questions