All dogs are required to undergo a behavioral evaluation prior to enrolling in services. For more information, please scroll to the bottom of the page.
Private Lessons
| Service | Description | Price |
| Behavioral Evaluation | 60-90 minute assessment of the dog’s needs and temperament. | $50 |
| Single private lesson | Exclusive one-hour private lesson held at mutually agreed upon location. | $85 |
| Private Lesson 5 pack | Experience a series of five exclusive, one-hour private lessons held at mutually agreed upon locations. | $400 |
| Basic Obedience Program | Experience a series of six exclusive, one-hour private lessons tailored to master your dog’s basic obedience. | $485 |
| Advanced Obedience Program | Experience a series of eight exclusive, one-hour private lessons tailored to master your dog’s advanced obedience. | $655 |
| Off Leash Reliability Program | A meticulously designed series of six exclusive, one-hour private lessons tailored to enhance your dog’s off-leash reliability, held at mutually agreed upon locations. Please note that a basic obedience program must be completed prior to enrolling your dog in our off leash reliability private lesson program. | $550 |
| Maintenance Manners | Four exclusive thirty-minute private sessions practicing different maintenance and handling practices, such as trimming nails, brushing fur, cleaning ears, examining teeth, manipulation and positioning of the body. | $200 |
Day Training
| Service | Description | Price |
| Behavioral Evaluation | 60-90 minute assessment of the dog’s needs and temperament. | $50 |
| Day Training | We pick up your dog for invigorating 60-minute sessions four days a week. As a vital part of our program, we ensure one mandatory private lesson with the owner is scheduled at the end of each training week, fostering a strong bond and effective communication between you and your furry companion. Please note that a minimum of one private lesson must be completed prior to enrolling your dog in our day training program. | $550 per week |
| Basic Obedience Program | 2 week day training program tailored to master your dog’s basic obedience. | $1,000 |
| Advanced Obedience Program | 2 week day training program tailored to master your dog’s advanced obedience. | $1,000 |
| Off Leash Reliability Program | 2 week day training program tailored to master your dog’s off leash reliability. Please note that a basic obedience program must be completed prior to enrolling your dog in our off leash reliability day training program. | $1,250 |
| Maintenance Manners | We pick up your dog for thirty-minute sessions four days out of the week practicing different maintenance and handling practices, such as trimming nails, brushing fur, cleaning ears, examining teeth, manipulation and positioning of the body. As a vital part of our program, we ensure one mandatory private lesson with the owner is scheduled at the end of each training week. | $275 |
Fear and Reactivity Rehabilitation Training
| Service | Description | Price |
| Behavioral Evaluation | 60-90 minute assessment of the dog’s needs and temperament. | $50 |
| Fear and Reactivity Private Lesson 5 pack | A series of five immersive, one-hour private lessons meticulously tailored to address fear or reactivity rehabilitation. Our expert trainers will provide focused guidance and support to help your beloved companion overcome these challenges and thrive. | $600 |
| Fear and Reactivity Day Training Program | Scheduled pick-ups four days a week, each for a 60-minute session meticulously designed to address fear or reactivity rehabilitation. As a vital part of our program, we ensure one mandatory private lesson with the owner is scheduled at the end of each training week, fostering a strong bond and effective communication between you and your furry companion. Please note that a minimum of two private lessons must be completed prior to enrolling your dog in our fear and reactivity day training program. | $750 per week |
Additional Service Charges
We service Central Missoula without any additional charge.
We service Lolo and East Missoula for an additional $10 service charge.
We service past Lolo and East Missoula, anywhere from Seeley Lake to Darby for an additional service charge of up to $100 dependent on round trip drive time and mileage.
Program Information
Basic Obedience
Our Basic Obedience Program provides a solid foundation for your canine companion’s obedience skills. Throughout the program, your dog will engage in a structured curriculum that covers essential commands such as
- Building a training language using marker words to foster clear communication and expectations
- Name recognition & focus
- Sit
- Down
- Come with controlled finish
- Wait
- Loose leash walking
- Threshold manners (door, gate, car)
- Return to heel position
- Platform/Target training
- Addressing basic common issues like jumping and barking
Advanced Obedience
Designed for dogs who have already mastered the basics, this program focuses on refining their existing commands and introducing advanced obedience exercises. Throughout the program, your dog will engage in a comprehensive curriculum that will delve deeper into commands such as
- Focused heel
- Extended stay
- Reliable recall
- Place
- Improved focus in high distraction areas, and ability to pass stimulus with minimal reaction
As part of the Advanced Obedience Program, we also focus on enhancing your handling skills and strengthening the bond between you and your dog. We provide guidance on advanced leash techniques, advanced communication cues, and effective problem-solving strategies to address any behavioral issues that may arise.
Off-Leash Reliability
Through a carefully structured curriculum, we will guide your dog towards mastering advanced off-leash commands and behaviors. In the Off-Leash Reliability Program, your dog will learn to
- Maintain a consistent and focused heel position
- Respond reliably to off-leash recalls
- Follow advanced commands with precision, even in distracting environments.
- We emphasize the importance of developing your dog’s impulse control, self-discipline, and solid decision-making skills.
To ensure a successful transition to off-leash reliability, we gradually introduce controlled off-leash exercises in a safe and supervised setting.
By the completion of our Off-Leash Reliability Program your dog will respond promptly and reliably to your commands, allowing for a deeper level of freedom and enjoyment during your outings and adventures together.
Fear Rehabilitation
Our Fear Rehabilitation Program is designed to address fear-based behaviors and assist in the rehabilitation of dogs experiencing anxiety or trauma. We prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment to help your dog overcome their fears and develop a more balanced state of mind.
In this specialized program, we take a comprehensive approach to understand the underlying causes of your dog’s fear or anxiety. Our trainer will conduct a thorough assessment and create a personalized rehabilitation plan tailored to your dog’s specific needs and triggers.
Throughout the program, we will provide patient guidance and support, helping your dog overcome their fears step by step. We incorporate a variety of training exercises, calming techniques, and behavior modification protocols to address your dog’s individual challenges.
Our Fear and Rehabilitation Program aims to help your dog develop resilience, increase their confidence, and improve their overall well-being. While every dog’s progress may vary, we will be there to support you and your dog throughout the process, ensuring that you both experience positive transformations along the way.
This program includes basic obedience.
Reactivity Rehabilitation
Our Fear Rehabilitation Program is designed to address fear-based behaviors and assist in the rehabilitation of dogs experiencing anxiety or trauma. We prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment to help your dog overcome their fears and develop a more balanced state of mind.
In this specialized program, we take a comprehensive approach to understand the underlying causes of your dog’s fear or anxiety. Our trainer will conduct a thorough assessment and create a personalized rehabilitation plan tailored to your dog’s specific needs and triggers.
Throughout the program, we will provide patient guidance and support, helping your dog overcome their fears step by step. We incorporate a variety of training exercises, calming techniques, and behavior modification protocols to address your dog’s individual challenges.
Our Fear and Rehabilitation Program aims to help your dog develop resilience, increase their confidence, and improve their overall well-being. While every dog’s progress may vary, we will be there to support you and your dog throughout the process, ensuring that you both experience positive transformations along the way.
This program includes basic obedience.
Maintenance Manners
The Maintenance Manners program aims to help dogs develop a positive and cooperative attitude towards grooming procedures and various forms of handling.
This includes gentle touch, body inspections, and desensitization to different types of handling, such as lifting paws or examining ears. Positive reinforcement techniques are used to reward the dog’s calm and relaxed behavior, creating positive associations with handling.
As the dog becomes more comfortable with basic handling, the program progresses to grooming-specific exercises. This includes introducing grooming tools such as brushes, combs, and nail clippers in a gradual and positive manner.
Throughout the program, the trainer educates dog owners on proper grooming techniques, maintenance routines, and handling practices. They provide guidance on maintaining good coat and skin health, dental care, ear cleaning, and other essential grooming practices. This empowers the owners to continue the maintenance and grooming routine at home, ensuring the dog’s ongoing well-being.
Why does my dog need a behavioral evaluation?
A behavioral evaluation conducted before accepting a dog for training services offers valuable insights into the dog’s temperament, behavior patterns, and individual needs. This information allows trainers to develop a personalized approach that takes into account the dog’s unique personality. Understanding the dog’s temperament and behavior helps in matching it with the most suitable training program.
A behavioral evaluation is a crucial step in providing the best training services. It allows for an individualized approach, ensures safety, identifies training needs, builds trust, and sets realistic expectations. By tailoring the program to the dog’s specific needs and characteristics, trainers can maximize the dog’s success, well-being, and overall satisfaction.