Lesson Descriptions & Rates

Foundational training for your new puppy can include: 

• Potty and crate/pen training
• No jumping
• No nipping
• Walking nicely on leash
• Confidence building
• Greeting other dogs
• Basic cues (sit, stay, down, etc.)

Puppy training can help prevent behavioral issues as your pup develops. As he/she progresses, we can include more advanced training techniques.

New dog at home or your dog needs further reinforcement? The Training Basics level is designed to focus on foundational training and more advanced techniques with the 3Ds (distance, duration and distraction), impulse control, redirection exercises and recall. 

Are you dealing with concerning behavior while on walks, at home, or when you leave your pup? We can focus on specific behaviors such as: 

• Continued potty accidents at home
• Chewing
• Impulse control
• Leash reactivity
• Pulling on leash
• Stress greeting strangers or visitors
• Excessive barking
• Separation anxiety
• Territorial behavior
• Resource guarding
• Many other behaviors

Behavior-specific training builds on what your dog already knows and introduces new cues to help them learn better habits and behaviors.

Initial training session: $110
Follow-up training sessions: $75
 

Training sessions typically last 1-hour. Should you wish to extend your session, additional time can be arranged at a prorated cost. 

All rates are for one dog. Additional dogs would require a separate initial session and follow-up lessons. 

Rates are subject to change. You will receive advance notice of any rate changes.

Too busy to attend training sessions? I'll work with your pup during a walk and/or in your yard. Immediately following the training, you'll receive detailed feedback with notes and videos to help you work on training goals. 

- Walk & Train (30-min): $55

- Walk & Train (60-min): $110

An initial session with family member(s) is required prior to starting Walk & Train.

Step 1: Contact 

Email Tara to request training: onenesscaninecare@proton.me

Please provide the following information in your email: 

• Where you are located 
• General information about your dog: name, age, breed, training goals, and anything else you'd like to share (we'll cover all the details during our initial call) 
• Your contact info
• How you heard about me

Step 2: Initial Consultation Call 

Our initial call allows us a chance to connect and determine if you would like to proceed. During our call we can discuss:  

• Your training goals
• History of behaviors
• Previous training 
• Medical issues
• Details about training lessons, scheduling, rates and any additional fees

Plan for about 30 minutes for our call. There is no charge for this consultation and no obligation to proceed. 

Step 3: Meet & Greet

Following our call, if you wish to proceed we can schedule a meet & greet at your home. We’ll discuss how to prepare and the best way to conduct our introduction

Our meet & greet is approximately 30-45 minutes to allow me the opportunity to assess your dog’s current abilities, behaviors, observe family interactions, environmental factors, potential triggers, etc. 

There will be time to discuss a training plan, and I’ll provide tips and techniques so you can immediately begin working with your dog.

Our initial call and meet & greet are completely free. There’s absolutely no pressure to sign up for training.

Service Area and Hours of Operation
 

Service area includes: 

• Falls Church
• Arlington
• Annandale
• Tysons/Vienna

If you are located outside my usual service radius, I can often accommodate you for an additional travel fee. 

Optional virtual training sessions may be scheduled for follow-up sessions only. Initial sessions are in-person. 

 Cancellation and Rescheduling

- There will be a $50 cancellation fee if you need to change or cancel a lesson with less than 24-hours notice.
- I will do my very best to reschedule our session as soon as possible.
- No refunds will be issued for completed training sessions (in-person or virtual).