Virtual Coaching
Live Coached Professional Help via Zoom
All you need is a computer, tablet or cell phone with a camera.
Virtual Sessions are provided over Zoom, a live video chat platform. We send a link, you join and we get to training! This is a great option for dog owners who want to work with a certified dog trainer, regardless of where you live! As a bonus, you can get a copy of your session recording to refer back to.
We use Google drive to share videos and for you to send homework. Filming session will be required to ensure success in your training plan.
Some areas we can help with include:
Aggression/Reactivity
Lunging, barking, nipping towards people, children and other dogs
Puppy Training
House training, crate training, socialization, training skills and problem solving and management strategies
Basic Manners
Sit, down, eye contact, come, stay, settle, leave it, loose leash walking & much more.
Fearful dogs
Sensitivities to novel objects, sounds and other stimuli
Fear Free Cooperative Care
Preparing for vet exams, muzzle training, body handling, ear cleaning, eye drops grooming challenges and more.
Resource Guarding
Possessive of food, toys, space, people etc.
Benefits of Virtual Training
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Ability to address a variety of behavior issues
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Allows us to see some behaviours which wouldn’t show if there in person
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Includes the same information you’d receive from in-person training
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Decreased stress for your dog
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Less distraction for your dog, which means increased focus
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Flexible scheduling
During the initial consultation or session we will:
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Discuss your goals and concerns
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Provide answers to all of your questions
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For Behaviour Modification - Take a thorough history of your dog based on the specific behaviour issues
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For Behaviour Modification - We will discuss strategies to implement so that you can safely manage your dog
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Introduce training exercises and/or behavior modification & management skills
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Record the session to refer back to (if requested)
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Provide a detailed report/notes on training techniques, management strategies handouts and follow up videos discussed
Behaviour Consultation
Ideal for reactivity/aggression towards other dogs and people, fearful dogs, leash frustration, separation anxiety, resource guarding and other behaviour modification
After the session you will receive a custom training plan, handouts and a recording of your session if you choose to video chat
$175 plus GST
60 minute session
Basic Training
Ideal for puppies, new adoptions and if you are unsure where to begin with problem behaviours such as jumping on people, counter surfing and demand barking.
After the session you will receive a copy of your session with emailed resources which go over your plan in detail.
$175 plus GST
60 minute session
Mini Session
Not sure virtual training is for you? This is a great place to start.
Have some questions about your plan? Need some live coaching with homework exercises or challenges you're facing? Want to add on 6 months of text support?
Mini sessions will allow us to have a brief chat while you get familiar with the Zoom platform, we can answer your questions, show demo's where needed and get you started on your training journey!
For text support, you will receive 6 months of access to your trainer to get feedback on a plan already in place.
$95 plus GST
30 minute phone or video chat or 6 months of text support