Private Adult Dog Training in New York City

Transform Your Dog’s Behavior with Customized Training Solutions!

No matter the challenge—whether it’s basic manners, reactivity, fear, aggression, or anxiety—our private training services are designed to help your dog thrive in New York City. From puppies to newly adopted dogs, and from nervous to highly reactive pets, we offer personalized solutions to meet your dog’s unique needs.

Our expert trainers work with you one-on-one to address specific issues, providing effective behavior modification and training strategies that make a real difference. Experience the benefits of a confident and happy dog, and enjoy a more harmonious life together in the bustling city. Start your journey with us today!

From Manners to Behavior Modification: What We Cover

Basic Manners Problems We Can Help You Address:

  • Housetraining

  • Socialization: grooming, vet visits, and more

  • Obedience skills: sit, down, stay, etc.

  • Leash walking

  • Off-leash skills: recall, drop it, leave it

Behavior Modification Problems We Can Help You Address:

  • Reactivity to dogs

  • Reactivity to noises

  • Urban-anxiety

  • Resource guarding

  • Fear of strangers

  • Grooming and vet-related issues

These are not exhaustive lists! If you’re unsure where your pup falls among these examples we can guide you after receiving your inquiry form.

After your private training sessions, you and your dog will be feeling less stressed, more relaxed, and confident to tackle the city together.

What Our Clients Have to Say:

“What a difference a session with Maddie makes! Remarkably, I saw progress within the first session and found her instructions easy to practice to get my 19-month-old Bernedoodle to behave better. She came recommended by our vet and I understand why.”

- Teddy’s Guardian

Why Choose Us?

Training tailored to your dog. We treat every dog like the individual they are.

Written notes with resources and materials. You won’t ever have to worry about forgetting what we discussed.

Access to your trainer for questions and check-ins. The guidance and feedback you need!

Get Started with Private Training Now

Option 1: Three-pack Private Training Lessons

Includes:

  • Three 1-hour training sessions

  • Training plans, skill walk-throughs, videos, and references

  • Continuing training available at $185 per hour

Packages expire after 3 months to ensure consistency and maximize training success

Price: $570

Option 2: Private Training Single Consultation

  • One training session

  • Training plans, skill walk-throughs, videos, and references

  • Continuing training available at $185 per hour

Price: $280

* In-person training sessions are available in Manhattan below 96th street and Williamsburg. See our contact page for more details. If you live outside of these areas, please do not hesitate to reach out to us as Virtual Training may be a great fit!

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What Our Clients Have to Say:

“If you're looking for someone who will teach you how to walk your dogs with choke collars, and instill fear and discipline in your pooch, then Maddie is not for you.

She is compassionate, tremendously caring, and understanding of dogs of all temperaments. Focused on detail and positive training methods, follow her guidance and you (and your dog) will overcome your issues.”

- Annie and Emma’s Guardian

Check Out Our New York City Service Area:

We can provide in-home private training services within Manhattan (below 96th st) and select areas in Brooklyn.

Not in our service area? Inquire today about virtual training for your dog!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you work with me and my dog in our home?

  • Check out our service areas on the contact page.

  • Not in our service area? No problem! We can work with you and your dog virtually to build the skills you need. Inquire today for virtual training services.

Why do we encourage clients to book a package to start?

  • We want you to get the most out of the training experience and we have a wealth of information we want to impart to you!

  • For dogs with behavior problems, we will take a detailed account of things like their history, daily schedule, their health, and their previous training experience.

  • Encouraging new clients to purchase a package from the beginning ensures that we are able to provide you with continued assistance and progress toward your training goals. 

What if we want to book more sessions?

  • You’re already thinking ahead and we love it! Most of our clients who have dogs undergoing behavior modification will need to book several sessions in order to address their dogs’ behavioral challenges.

  • Follow-Ups can be purchased ad hoc for $175.

Will you train my dog for me?

  • Yes! That’s why we created our Homeschool packages for clients in Manhattan.

  • During Homeschool sessions, a trainer comes to your home and trains your dog for you. What’s not to love about that?!

  • Not all dogs are going to be a good fit for Homeschool sessions. Your trainer will discuss the option with you and guide you toward the best training plan for your dog.