Dog Training

• Does your puppy or dog exhibit recurring problems with basic commands, housebreaking, leash pulling, jumping, barking, or destructive behavior? These obedience issues can be extremely frustrating, especially for new pet owners. To make matters worse, an emotional reaction on your part will only increase your dog's anxiety level. Petaholics' head dog trainer, Kate Perry (who apprenticed at Philosophy Dog Training under renowned expert Breon O'Farrell), will show you a level-headed approach to dog training. We cultivate a training environment that is enjoyable and effective for both owner and dog in order to boost your dog's overall confidence level. Using techniques that rely on treats and clickers to provide positive reinforcementnever negative stimuliyou'll motivate your dog to develop the socialization skills she needs to live a full and happy life. Most importantly, you'll discover a new way to "talk" to your dog, by learning how to read canine behavioral cues and adopting simple commands and gestures that your dog will understand
• We offer a range of services to meet your needs, including private lessons, group lessons, puppy socialization, and even long-distance phone or email consultations for clients who live out our service area.
  
• In-Home Private Dog Training Lessons
  For maximum impact and one-on-one attention with a dog trainer, sign up for private lessons. You'll be able to practice basic dog obedience commands in the safety of your own home and tackle problems specific to your pet's everyday environment. Read more
• Group Dog Training Classes
  Combining the best of both worlds, these lessons focus on socialization and commands, the two dog training elements crucial to your dog's development. Read more
  
• Puppy Play Group and Socialization Classes
  The perfect mix of training and fun, this class let's your puppy romp and make new friends, all while being introduced to a few basic obedience commands. Read more
  Dogs five months or younger, who do not exhibit signs of aggression to people or other dogs, are eligible for Group Dog Training Sessions and Puppy Play. Owners are required to submit proof of vaccination(s) prior to the first day of class. To ensure a consistent program of training at home, we encourage additional family members, when possible, to attend the lessons.
  
• Long-Distance Dog Training Phone Consultation
  You can still receive our expert training and advice by phone, even if you live outside of New York City - $40 for a 30-minute consultation with a follow-up email. Contact us to get in touch with a dog trainer [Links to Contact Us page]
  [subheading]Pre-Puppy Counseling
  Find out all you need to know about choosing the right dog for you and how to prepare your home for a new arrival with a phone consultation with one of our puppy experts - $40 for a 30-minute consultation. Contact us to get in touch with a dog trainer.
• Has your dog's behavior driven you to wit's end? Contact us for help in conquering your dog's obedience problems.