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Private Lessons come in two packages, both including lifetime support after the program ends. The 4-session package is $800 and works best for dogs with one main behavioral challenge. The 7-session package is $1,325 and suits dogs with multiple challenges or those with medical complexity alongside their behavior needs. These sessions complement the vet and behaviorist coordination mentioned above, giving owners structured support throughout the process.

Group Classes include two 5-week AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy courses at $300 each—Preschool 101 for puppies 8 weeks to 5 months, and Kindergarten 201 for 5 months to 1 year. Puppy Socials run $35 per session. Board and Train offers a 4-week Puppy Head Start for 2–6 month puppies, $1,525 to $2,015. In-Home Training is $125 per session, with a 5-session package at $600 or a 6-session package at $700.

Group Classes range from $25 drop-in puppy socials to $900 for a 6-session Puppy Kindergarten course, with a 12-session package available at $1,600. Four-week courses like Foundations and the reactive-dog program run $280–$325, while Loose Leash Walking is $60 per session. Private Lessons include day training at $120–$160 per day with boarding included, plus a 3-session package at $585. In-Home Training is $150 per session or $1,200 for a 4-week puppy program.

Private Lessons are $175 per session, with a three-session package available at $435. Group Classes run 4 weeks at $295 per course, with separate options for young puppies and adolescent dogs based on age and vaccination requirements. In-Home Training is structured as a 3-week day training program, priced at $1,525 for a three-session package that includes handoff sessions. Both Private Lessons and In-Home Training require a behavior assessment before starting.

Private Lessons come in several formats, all priced per session. Trainer/Dog Solo Sessions, where she works directly with your dog, run $120 each. Coaching sessions, where you learn the handling skills yourself, are also $120. For dogs needing real-world practice, Behavior Modification Walks are available at $90 for one hour or $50 for a half-hour. No multi-session packages are currently listed, so each session is booked and paid individually.

Group Classes follow a tiered structure: Puppy Foundations, Adult Foundations, Beyond the Basics, and Real World Manners each run 4 weeks at $300 per course. A Core Class 3-Pack bundles three courses together for $765. Single-session workshops covering tricks, recall, and loose-leash walking are $75 each, open to dogs of all ages. Puppy Social drop-in sessions are $35 per visit. A Puppy Play Pack is also offered, though pricing for that option isn't currently published.

Virtual Training sessions are $105 each, designed for both general dog training and new puppy guidance. This is the only program type currently listed on the profile, so owners seeking in-person options like Private Lessons or Group Classes would need to reach out directly to ask about availability. The virtual format works well for behavior consultations, troubleshooting specific issues, or getting started with a new puppy from the comfort of home.

Private Lessons include a Jump-Start Package—three sessions for $500, with follow-up sessions included and a 10% discount for recent rescues. This option works for all ages and breeds. Additional Private Lessons focusing on basic manners are also available, including options suited for puppies before they're fully vaccinated; pricing for those isn't published yet. Group Classes are offered free at Pet Food Express, covering recall skills; dogs must be current on vaccines and comfortable around other dogs.

Group Classes run 4 to 6 weeks at $300–$400 per course, covering levels from puppy fundamentals through Canine Good Citizen certification. Puppy Socials are also offered as Group Classes, though pricing isn't published. In-Home Training is available at $165 per session, recommended for shy or reactive puppies, with an Outdoor Education option for adolescent dogs at unpublished pricing. Board and Train focuses on puppies 8–18 weeks; pricing is available on request.

Group Classes run in a structured series: Puppy 1, Puppy 2, and Puppy 3 are each 5-week courses at $375, with a Catch-Up option for older pups at the same price. Beyond the core sequence, there's Canine Good Citizen (also 5 weeks), Agility Fun, Happy Leash, Tricks, Pro Recall, and Tune-Up Drop-Ins for graduates—pricing for those specialty classes isn't published yet. Most classes have prerequisites or age requirements, so check eligibility before enrolling.