Day training (or private dog tutoring, as I call it) means I do the hands-on work of training your dog for you. I visit your home three times a week to take your dog on training walks designed to give them a new emotional response to their triggers, like other dogs, bikes, cars, etc. Then we meet once a week for a private coaching session so I can teach you how to keep these skills going.

For many busy dog parents, yes! DIY training can work if you have the time, skill, and consistency, but most new owners struggle to fit that in. And training a dog with established reactive behaviours is hard, especially if it’s your first! With day training, your dog gets professional, consistent practice from the start, so they learn faster and with far less frustration on your part.

Yes, but I make it simple! Our weekly coaching sessions give you clear instructions and easy ways to practice so you continue to see results without feeling overwhelmed.

Absolutely. If you have goals that don’t require day training, I’ll create a custom private coaching package just for you and your dog. We can cover everything from loose leash walking to jumping on guests, resource guarding, excessive prey drive, or anything else that’s making your life harder.

Yes, I only use positive, force-free training methods. This means rewarding behaviours you want to see more of, rather than punishing mistakes, which can actually make some behaviour issues worse (especially in reactive dogs). Research has shown that positive reinforcement creates faster learning, a stronger bond, and lasting behaviour.

Urban life can be challenging to our dogs, especially if they grew up out in the country and didn’t get early exposure to all the sights, sounds, and smells of a big city. I specialize in training dogs to adapt to city life so they can handle it all with more calm and confidence.