Private training for puppies in Fort Collins

No time for group classes? I’ll come to you so you can give your dog the right start and deepen your relationship as they grow

Bringing home a new puppy can be both exciting and overwhelming

You’ve brought an adorable bundle of fur into your home and it is awesome but a lot! When I brought my puppy home I had a list of things I would do while she slept, but she just didn’t stop! Shark teeth and her endless energy left me exhausted.

Let me help you by providing a framework that will help you through the overwhelm, and support through the difficulties puppies bring. By letting me help provide your puppy with a solid foundation they will grow into a fabulous, well-rounded, happy companion.

Ready to transform your puppy from a problem child to a perfect angel?

I offer two solutions to help:

Puppy to Perfect Coaching

I come to your home and coach you how to give your puppy a great start in life. Book training sessions around your schedule.

Perfect if you:

Want professional guidance of how best to train your puppy.
Would like support teaching your pup life skills and socialization.
Want coaching with puppy issues like teething, house training, and being left alone.
Have time to be actively training your puppy between sessions.

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Puppy Day Training

I come to your home and train your puppy for you while you are at work or busy with other things. Once a week we have a session where I coach you how to maintain these skills.

Perfect if you:

Are overwhelmed with a puppy on top of work, kids, and life.
Would like a professional to take care of the foundational training of your pup.
Would like a professional to help resolve puppy issues like teething, house training, and being left alone.
Want the best for your puppy, but just don’t have the time.

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You invested in your puppy, now invest in their future!

Puppy to Perfect Coaching

For dogs less than 6 months old

This comprehensive puppy training program works with you around your schedule to give your puppy the best start in life

Price: $460 (Four 45 minute sessions over 8 weeks)

Over four 45-minute sessions (every 2 weeks for 8 weeks) I will guide you in training your puppy using puppy-specific training games.

Basic Lifeskills Training:
Teach your puppy essential skills such as: recall, lead walking and leave it, teaching your puppy how to make good decisions and laying the foundation for good behavior and communication.

Proper Socialization:
Learn how to create a confident and happy pup while guarding their optimism. You’ll get your own Puppy Passport to walk you through this critical period.
Puppy Ownership Guidance:
Learn how to address common puppy struggles including nipping/biting, toileting in the house and learning to be alone, in a kind and positive way. We can also discuss best practice around nutrition, and neutering.
Support and Resources:
Benefit from ongoing support and access to valuable resources, including training materials and tips to help you navigate the ups and downs of puppyhood. Access to a private Facebook group, where you can share experiences with other local puppy owners.

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Puppy Day Training

For dogs less than 9 months old

Training a puppy is a lot of work! Let me take on some of that load for you. I will come to your home and train your puppy so you can just focus on having fun together.

What I will cover:

Puppy proofing your home and helping teach your puppy to only chew on what is appropriate
House training
Home alone training
Basic manners, loose leash walking, and happy handling
Puppy biting and mouthing
Socialization to help develop a well-rounded adult

Price: $1,795 for 14 training sessions over 3 weeks + a follow-up session

FREE 60 minute orientation in your home. We will discuss where you are with your puppy, and what you would like me to achieve. You will also get a puppy socialization passport and informational handouts.

Week 1:

- Four 45 minute puppy training sessions by a professional while you get on with your day; e.g., one visit during the day on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. These can be broken into two 30 minute visits per day for very young pups (up to 18 weeks old).

- One 60 minute coaching session with you to transfer results (e.g., Friday evening or Saturday)

Week 2:

- Four 45 minute puppy training sessions by a professional while you get on with your day

- One 60 minute coaching session with you to transfer results

Week 3:

- Three 45 minute puppy training sessions by a professional while you get on with your day

- One 60 minute coaching session with you to transfer results

Week 4:

- One 60 minute coaching session with you to solidify results

Take the worry out of raising a puppy, knowing they are being trained by a professional while you get on with your life or work!

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“We are pleased with the results! Sarah was great to work with.”

"We adopted our Milo in July and started to see some anxiety surfacing so we engaged Sarah and found all the games and strategies for crate training to work well for him and us! Sarah taught us the importance of rest for puppies and to build self confidence. We are pleased with the results! Sarah was great to work with."

– Ali, Sue, and Milo

Who is this for?

Puppy plans are perfect if:

You've recently brought home a new puppy and want to establish a strong foundation of helpful skills and good manners from the start.

You want to work with a trainer who is committed to helping you and your puppy build a wonderful bond, through positive training.
You have an older puppy and are beginning to realize you need more help.

FAQs

We can start as soon as you bring your pup home!
Contact me if you would like help preparing for your pup.
Yes, as we meet in your house it does not matter if your puppy is not fully vaccinated. I follow strict hygiene protocols to ensure a safe environment for puppies. However, please consult with your veterinarian regarding your puppy's vaccinations and re-schedule if your puppy is ill.
Have your dog’s normal harness and leash ready, together with some kibble or training treats. We will discuss more after we meet.