Private Dog Training in Rutland, Vermont – Real Help for Real Life with Your Dog

Personalized, humane training support for puppies, adolescent dogs, newly adopted dogs, and dogs who need a little more help in real life.

Private Training

You’re in the right place if:

  • Your puppy is biting, jumping, or all over the place
  • Your new dog feels unpredictable or hard to read
  • Walks are stressful instead of enjoyable
  • You’ve tried things… but they’re not sticking
  • You want to do this the right way (without force or intimidation)

Whether you’re laying foundations or working through bigger challenges, private training gives you a plan tailored to your real life.

Why choose private training?

Private training is ideal when you want support tailored specifically to your dog, your household, and the behaviors that matter most to you.

Unlike a one-size-fits-all approach, private coaching allows us to:

  • focus on your dog’s specific needs
  • work at your dog’s pace
  • address challenges as they show up in daily life
  • build practical skills for home and beyond
  • create a realistic training plan you can actually follow

This is not about “perfect obedience.”
It’s about helping you live more easily and enjoy your dog more.

Puppy with leash in mouth
Puppy with leash in mouth

Which private training option is right for you?

Puppy Jumpstart

$495
Best for: puppies and their people who want expert support from the start.

Common goals: nipping, crate training, routines, potty training, socialization, calm foundations, jumping, handling, confidence.

Ideal if: you want to get things right early and avoid common mistakes.

New Dog Jumpstart

$495
Best for: newly adopted or newly arrived dogs of any age.

Common goals: decompression, routines, boundaries, settling in, confidence, house manners, helping everyone get off to a good start.

Ideal if: you’ve just brought a dog home and want thoughtful guidance from the beginning.

Real Life Manners Coaching

$625
Best for: adolescent and adult dogs who need better life skills and more enjoyable day-to-day behavior.

Common goals: pulling, jumping, barking, over-arousal, poor manners, not listening, inability to settle, general chaos.

Ideal if: your dog doesn’t need “serious behavior help,” but life would feel a lot easier with some structure and coaching.

Private Training Intensive

$795
Best for: families who want more hands-on support, structure, and accountability.

Common goals: multiple issues happening at once, inconsistent progress, adolescent overwhelm, rescue dog adjustment, family follow-through.

Ideal if: you want a more personalized, strategic plan and faster traction.

Behavior Coaching

$650
Best for: dogs struggling with fear, reactivity, guarding, or more significant behavioral challenges.

Common goals: big feelings, stress, safety concerns, triggers, emotional regulation, confidence, helping everyone feel more secure.

Ideal if: your dog needs more specialized support and a more carefully managed plan.

Not sure where to start?

That’s okay — you do not need to diagnose your dog before reaching out.

If you’re unsure which option is the best fit, book a complimentary discovery telephone call and we’ll map out the most sensible next step together.

3-step structure:

1. Reach out or book

We’ll help you choose the most appropriate starting point.

2. Get a personalized plan

You’ll receive practical, realistic guidance tailored to your dog and your goals.

3. Build progress together

We’ll work step-by-step toward calmer behavior, better communication, and a more enjoyable life with your dog.

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Ready for calmer, clearer training support?