Private Dog Training
for Dogs With Big Feelings
because there’s A LOT more to your dog’s behaviour than what you see on the surface…
Relationship-based dog training that helps you understand what your fearful, anxious or reactive dog needs, build safety, trust and a stronger bond so you can feel more confident navigating life together!
What our Clients Say
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What our Clients Say ✦
dog training in
new westminster
If walks with your dog are starting to feel like something you have to brace yourself for, something needs to change! Because when your dog struggles out in the world, it’s not just hard on them. It can be exhausting, frustrating, and isolating for you, too.
Helping your fearful, anxious or reactive dog feel safer and more confident on walks isn’t about quick fixes or tighter control. It comes from understanding your dog, breaking your goals into clear steps, and building practical skills that support both of you in real-life situations.
What We Can Work On Together
Every dog and every household is different, which means no two training plans look exactly the same. That said, our work often focuses on areas like:
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Reactivity support
Helping you and your dog navigate big reactions with more confidence, regulation, and clearer communication.
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Socialization and neutrality
Thoughtful, positive exposure to the world while learning to stay calm around people, dogs, noises, and everyday distractions.
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Threshold manners and safety
Waiting calmly at doors, elevators, gates, and crosswalks, and pausing before transitions instead of rushing through them.
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Loose Leash Walking
Building connection and responsiveness on walks so you’re not just managing the leash, you’re moving together.
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Cooperative care foundations
Helping your dog feel more comfortable with everyday handling and routines like grooming, body handling, etc.
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Impulse Control
Learning to pause, think, and make calmer choices instead of reacting right away (even when emotions or distractions run high)
How Our Training Works
Every dog training journey starts here:
90 minute foundation session
This initial session functions as a training audit and allows us to take a step back and look at the full picture. We assess where you and your dog are right now, walk through how our training approach works, align on your goals, and create a clear strategy.
Initial Investment $220
(tax included)
By the end of the session, we’ll decide together which training path makes
the most sense based on what you and your dog need.
monthly coaching
This membership is for dog parents who want guidance, structure, and clarity, but wanna build the behaviours between sessions themselves.
Monthly Coaching builds on your Foundation Session and is designed to support continued progress toward your goals. After we develop your training plan together in the Foundation Session, you’ll start applying it right away.
The bulk of the work happens with ongoing coaching and check-ins. This is where you take the plan into your daily life, send me videos, ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, and get support as you practice.
Then, in our in-person session, we’ll troubleshoot together and ensure the plan is still clear and doable. That way, you’re never left on your own to figure things out. I’ll be there to coach you through the process, help you make adjustments, and keep you moving forward.
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For dog parents who want guidance, structure, and support as they apply the training plan in their day-to-day life.
Includes:
Daily check-ins for updates, questions, troubleshooting, and support
Feedback on practice videos so we can adjust the plan as needed
1× 50-min private coaching session per month
Session summaries with next steps and focus areas
(tax included)
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For those who want more frequent check-ins, feedback, and support per month while developing their skills
Includes:
Daily check-ins for updates, questions, troubleshooting, and support
Feedback on practice videos so we can adjust the plan as needed
2× 50-min private coaching session per month
Session summaries with next steps and focus areas
(tax included)
about our monthly memberships:
Our programs are set up to be flexible and supportive, not restrictive:
Subscriptions run month-to-month, so you can work with us for as long or as little as you need.
You’ll always receive a reminder email ahead of renewal so you have time to make changes if needed.
You can skip a month, pause, or cancel before your next billing cycle.
Unused session credits roll over into the next month. That way, you don’t lose sessions you’ve already paid for.
Please note: Our dog training programs are currently offered in New Westminster only. For those in Port Coquitlam and surrounding areas seeking private training, Olivia (our lead walker in PoCo) is a trusted member of the Curious Snoots team and offers private training through her company Olive Bark Dog Training.
Ready to get started?
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application form
Fill out the application form. Once we review your information, we’ll get in touch to schedule your a 20-min discovery call.
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20-min discovery call
This is a time to connect and talk more in detail about needs. If we’re a match, we’ll send you a link to set up your client account.
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foundation session
You’re ready to begin your training journey with our initial Foundation Session, which functions as a full training audit.
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choose your training path
We’ll decide together which training path makes the most sense based on your needs. After that, you’re in on your monthly membership!
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