Tailored Training Solutions
Private lessons offer personalised attention and customised training plans for your specific situation. Whether you're dealing with complex behavioural issues, preparing for a specific goal, or simply prefer one-on-one instruction, private lessons provide focused support in the comfort of your home or at our training location.
Program Highlights:
Who Benefits from Private Lessons?
Home-Specific Issues
Problems that occur primarily at home (door rushing, counter surfing, etc.)
Severe Behaviour Cases
Dogs who aren't ready for group classes due to reactivity or anxiety
Specific Goals
Preparing for competitions, therapy work, or specific skill development
Multi-Dog Households
Managing multiple dogs or addressing inter-dog relationships
Busy Schedules
Flexible scheduling for those with irregular work hours or commitments
Personal Preference
Owners who prefer individual attention and customised pace
Common Issues We Address
Barking Problems
- Excessive barking
- Alert barking
- Separation anxiety barking
- Demand barking
Leash & Walking
- Pulling on leash
- Reactivity on walks
- Fear of walking equipment
- Chasing behaviors
Home Manners
- Counter surfing
- Begging at table
- Jumping on people
- Door dashing
Anxiety & Fear
- Separation anxiety
- Storm/phobia fears
- Vet visit anxiety
- Generalized anxiety
Puppy Issues
- Bite inhibition
- House training
- Crate training
- Socialization gaps
Advanced Training
- Competition preparation
- Trick training
- Service dog tasks
- Specialized skills
How Private Lessons Work
Assessment & Planning
- 90-minute initial session ($150)
- Detailed history and goal setting
- Behavioural assessment
- Custom training plan development
- Homework assignments
- Follow-up schedule planning
Location: Your home or our training facility
Skill Development
- 30, 45, or 60-minute sessions
- Hands-on training instruction
- Real-time feedback and coaching
- Adjustments based on progress
- Video recording option available
- Email support between sessions
Frequency: Weekly or bi-weekly recommended
Long-Term Success
- Progress evaluation sessions
- Generalisation to new environments
- Family member training
- Maintenance plan development
- Gradual independence building
- Booster sessions as needed
Goal: Empower you to maintain training independently
Pricing & Packages
Single Session
Perfect for trying private lessons or addressing a specific quick issue
3-Session Package
Ideal for making consistent progress on a specific training goal
6-Session Package
Best value for comprehensive training or complex behaviour issues
Travel Fee: $20 for locations more than 15km from Albany CBD
Get Personalised Help
Private lessons offer focused attention and custom solutions for your unique situation.
Call 0429 008 000 to discuss your needs before booking