Does your dog get overly excited, fearful, or worked up around other dogs? Do they become anxious or overwhelmed by environmental triggers like bikes, skateboards, or busy streets? Are you busy but still want your dog to get the training they need? If so, our Day Training program might be the perfect fit – offering personalized, one-on-one training in your home and neighborhood to help your dog build confidence and better coping skills.
Is Day Training Right for Your Dog?
Our Day Training program is specifically designed for dogs who:
- React to other dogs (whether from excitement, fear, or anxiety)
- Get overwhelmed by environmental triggers
- Become easily overstimulated in busy environments
- Show anxiety or fearfulness in certain situations
- Need help staying focused around distractions
- Would benefit from controlled exposure training
- Found group classes too stimulating
Who Is the Best Fit for Day Training?
Day Training is ideal for:
- Graduates of our reactive classes who want to maintain progress
- Dogs who were overwhelmed by the group class environment
- Dogs who bark, lunge, or get overly excited when seeing other dogs
- Dogs who need help staying focused when encountering bikes, skateboards, or other environmental triggers
- Well-mannered dogs who become anxious or fearful in specific situations
- Dogs who need extra support maintaining calm behavior during walks
- Dogs whose guardians want structured, professional help but can’t attend regular training sessions
This program is particularly perfect for:
- The friendly dog who turns into a fearful or busy watchdog on leash
- The playful pup who gets too excited when seeing potential playmates
- The anxious dog who needs help building confidence around triggers
- The easily stimulated dog who struggles to maintain focus outside
- The reactive dog who’s great with people but struggles with dog-dog interactions
Our program is NOT a good fit for:
- Dogs who show aggression toward people
- Dogs who have a history of biting
- Dogs who aren’t comfortable with new people handling them
- Dogs outside our service area (more than 5 miles from our facility)
How Does Day Training Work?
You’ll start with a personalized 20-minute consultation call with your trainer. We’ll discuss your dog’s specific triggers, whether they get overexcited seeing other dogs on walks, bark at passing bikes, or freeze when hearing certain noises. Together, we’ll establish clear training goals and ensure this program matches your dog’s needs.
Your trainer will then work with your dog in 45-minute sessions in your home and neighborhood, and do not require your active participation in the moment. These controlled, one-on-one sessions allow us to:
- Work at your dog’s comfort level
- Practice in familiar environments
- Address specific triggers safely
- Build confidence step by step
- Create positive associations
- Develop reliable coping skills
Staying Connected with Your Dog’s Progress
While your dog works one-on-one with the trainer, you’ll receive detailed updates after each session including:
- A summary of what was worked on
- Photos or videos of your dog’s training
- Specific achievements and breakthroughs
- Practical management tips
- Plans for the next session
This ensures you can maintain progress between sessions and stay fully involved in your dog’s training journey.
Setting Your Dog Up for Success
For the best results, we recommend:
- Two sessions per week for consistent progress
- Following through with management strategies between sessions
- Maintaining open communication with your trainer
- Letting us know about any changes in your dog’s routine or behavior
Ready to Take the First Step?
If your dog struggles with other dogs or gets overwhelmed by environmental triggers, is an active client in our system (either graduate of reactive class, private training, or group classes- early dismissals included) but is comfortable with people, we’d love to help. The first step is scheduling a consultation call where we’ll discuss your dog’s specific needs and determine if our program is the right fit.
Remember, reactivity to other dogs and environmental sensitivity aren’t permanent states or things to just “get through” – they’re challenges we can work through together to make life more comfortable and relaxed for everyone. With consistent, professional support and a structured training plan, your dog can learn to navigate their triggers with greater confidence and control, and so can you!
