Dog Training Services
Every dog is different. Every program is built — and priced — to suit the dog in front of me, not a template. Whether you need weekly coaching, intensive in-home work, or a full immersive board & train, I'll help you find the right fit.
Three Ways to Train
I offer three distinct programs, each designed for different situations, goals, and lifestyles. During your free consultation, we'll talk through what's going on with your dog and figure out which approach makes the most sense — or whether a combination is the right move.
Every program includes direct support from me between sessions, follow-up to make sure the training transfers to your real life, and a plan built specifically around your dog. And every program includes lifetime follow-up support — in-person sessions as needed, for as long as you have your dog.
Private Sessions
One-on-One Training in Your Home and Neighborhood
This is where most clients start. I come to you — your home, your block, your daily walking routes — and we work together on the behaviors that matter most. Each session is up to two hours of focused, hands-on training with your dog and coaching for you.
Private sessions are built around your goals and your dog's specific challenges. You'll learn the skills, timing, and mechanics to keep progress going between sessions — and you'll have unlimited text and phone support from me whenever questions come up.
- Owners who want to be hands-on in the training process
- Dogs with leash reactivity, obedience issues, or behavior problems
- Building a strong foundation with your dog over time
Stay & Train
Intensive Training in Your Home — Without the Homework
Stay & Train brings the intensity of a board & train program into your home. I come to you multiple days a week for several weeks, working one-on-one with your dog while you go about your life. Your dog gets focused, repetitive training in their own environment — and you get results without having to do the heavy lifting yourself.
Because the work happens at home, there's no transition period when training ends. Your dog isn't learning in my environment and then having to relearn in yours — they're building habits exactly where they need to perform. This also makes Stay & Train ideal for nervous, anxious, or insecure dogs who don't do well in unfamiliar settings.
- Owners who don't have time or ability to do foundation work between sessions
- Nervous, anxious, or insecure dogs who struggle in new environments
- Anyone who wants intensive results without sending their dog away
Board & Train
Immersive Training for Maximum Transformation
This is my most comprehensive — and most selective — program. Your dog lives with me for a minimum of three weeks in a structured, low-distraction environment where I can work with them daily at a level of intensity that isn't possible any other way.
Board & Train is limited to one dog at a time. I don't run a facility — your dog stays with me, in my home, with my full attention. Before your dog comes to stay, we do preliminary sessions together so your dog gets to know me and I can assess their needs up close. When training is complete, we do follow-up sessions at your home to make sure everything transfers to your daily routine.
This program is a significant investment, and it's not for everyone. But for the right dog and the right owner, it delivers results that would take months to achieve any other way.
- Serious behavioral challenges that need daily, intensive work
- Owners who want accelerated, comprehensive results
- Dogs who benefit from a reset in a calm, structured environment
Behavior Problems I Work With
These are the issues I help dog owners solve every day. If you're dealing with something not on this list, reach out — I've probably seen it before.
Leash & Walk Behavior
- Leash reactivity
- Lunging on leash
- Pulling on leash
- Refusing to walk
- Leash chewing
- Won't come when called
Aggression & Reactivity
- Dog aggression
- Aggression toward people
- Barrier aggression
- Biting
- Mounting behavior
- Resource guarding
Anxiety & Fear
- Separation anxiety
- Howling when alone
- Nervous/insecure behavior
- Fear of sounds or strangers
- Rescue dog adjustment
In-Home Behavior
- Destructive chewing
- Digging
- Escaping the yard
- Jumping on guests
- Counter surfing
- Nuisance barking
Out & About Obedience
- Staying relaxed in outdoor environments
- Restaurant and coffee shop manners
- Airport and travel manners
- Taking your dog to work
- Off-leash reliability
Puppy & Foundation
- Potty training
- Indoor marking
- Bite inhibition
- Socialization
- Basic obedience
How It Works
Free Consultation
I come to your home, meet your dog, and talk through what's going on. We'll figure out which program makes the most sense.
Customized Plan
I build a training plan around your dog's specific challenges, your lifestyle, and your goals. No templates.
Training Begins
Whether it's private sessions, Stay & Train, or Board & Train — we get to work. I handle the heavy lifting.
Transfer & Support
Training transfers to your real life — your home, your walks, your routine — with ongoing support.
Training for Integrated Living
The easiest and most natural way to enjoy life with your dog is to integrate them into your day-to-day. Effective training means sharing more of your life with your dog — and spending less time managing problem behaviors.
That's what I train for. A dog you can bring to a restaurant patio. A dog who settles calmly while you grab coffee. A dog who comes with you to friends' houses, runs errands with you, travels with you — without stress, without apologies, without constant management.
This isn't about tricks or competition obedience. It's about a dog that fits into your real life — a dog you're proud to take anywhere because you know they'll be calm, responsive, and well-mannered.
"We started working with Nate when our two Pomapoo littermates were little balls of chaos. Nate immediately understood their different personalities and how to bring out the best in each of them. He guided us through separate board-and-train programs for both dogs, which made a world of difference — they came home calmer, better behaved, and more connected to us. Nate's approach is patient, thoughtful, and completely customized."
— Norman L.
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Every dog is different, and every program is built to match. Book a free consultation and we'll figure out the best path forward for you and your dog.
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