For puppies with guardians who want a confident, gentle, and science‑aligned start together.

This course is designed to help puppies and their humans build trust, confidence, and real‑world skills using positive reinforcement—setting a foundation for calm behavior and a strong lifelong bond.

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You’re in the right place if…

👉 You feel overwhelmed by conflicting training advice online

👉 You want real-life skills that create a calmer, more connected life together

👉 You care deeply about your puppy’s emotional wellbeing—not just obedience

👉 You want to raise your puppy with kindness, patience, and modern training methods

👉 You want support navigating puppy behaviors like biting, potty training, barking, or crate training

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You'll get privately coached sessions focusing on teaching your puppy integral life skills and basics like potty training, harness training, desensitization training for more stress-free grooming and vet visits. Includes basic training introductions such as name recognition, voluntary check-ins, sit, wait, a reliable recall, settling on cue, and crate training.​​

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Why This Approach Works

This course works because it is built on:

Trust, communication, and relationship-building ✔

Emotional wellbeing alongside practical life skills ✔

Sustainable progress at a pace that supports learning ✔

Positive reinforcement and modern behavioral science ✔

Personalized guidance tailored to your puppy's unique needs ✔

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Why Fear Free Training Matters

Your puppy is learning about the world every single day. Modern, reward-based training focuses on teaching skills through trust, communication, and positive experiences—without fear, intimidation, or pain-based methods.​

This approach helps puppies:

✨ Learn more effectively

Feel safer and more confident✨

✨ Develop lifelong emotional resilience

✨ Build stronger relationships with their humans

 

This Course Includes:

 

Personalized Support

Four private 60-minute coaching sessions ✔

One 60-minute initial virtual training plan assessment ✔

Fully customized training plans tailored to your puppy’s needs ✔

 

Resources & Guidance

Lifetime access to training resources and recordings ✔

Detailed session recaps and homework after every meeting ✔

Email support throughout the program and one week post-graduation ✔

 

Thoughtfully Provided Supplies

 Training tools, enrichment items, treats, and supplies selected specifically for your puppy and goals ✔

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What Your Training Journey May Look Like

Every dog is unique, which means no two training plans will look exactly the same. The outline below is simply an example of how support may progress throughout the program based on your dog’s needs, comfort level, and goals.​

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Sample Puppy Course Training Journey

Duration: 4 weeks plus one week of post graduation support

Format: One‑on‑one sessions with personalized homework

Delivery: Available in‑person or virtual depending on location

 

Each week focuses on a core theme with easy‑to‑follow exercises you do together with your puppy.

 

Week 1: Welcome & Calm Beginnings

Goal: Start your puppy’s life with confidence, comfort, and connection.

Focus Areas:

▪ Understanding your puppy’s needs and communication style

▪ Creating a calm environment for learning

▪ Gentle handling and emotional safety basics

▪ Predictable routines for sleeping, eating, and potty timing

▪ Crate training introduction and positive practices

Key Skills Taught:

▪ Settling & self-soothing cues

▪ Short, happy training sessions

▪ Introducing a marker word (like “Yes!”)

 

Week 2: Connections & Communication

Goal: Help your puppy feel confident and engaged with you.

Focus Areas:

▪ Reading subtle puppy body language

▪ Building attention and focus cues

▪ Establishing positive vet and groomer interactions

▪ Introducing leash orientation and loose‑leash play

▪ Safe social experiences at your puppy’s pace

Key Skills Taught:

▪ “Look at me” attention cue

▪ Beginning leash manner

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Week 3: Foundational Manners

Goal: Teach basic cues that help your puppy communicate with clarity.

Focus Areas:

▪ Sit & down for self‑control

▪ Impulse control games (“wait” & “leave it”)

▪ Reinforcing calm behavior around distractions

Key Skills Taught:

▪ Sit on cue

▪ Down on cue

▪ “Leave it” foundation for safe behavior

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Week 4: Confidence & Calm in Life

Goal: Bring all skills together so your puppy can be calm and confident in real‑world situations.

Focus Areas:

▪ Consolidating cues in new environments

▪ Handling mild stressors (surfaces, noises, new objects)

▪ Reinforcing positive play and calm behavior

Key Skills Taught:

▪ Generalization of cues (different places & people)

▪ Confidence building with new experiences

▪ Positive reinforcement of self‑control​​

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The Transformation ✨

By the end, many clients notice:

✨ Easier more enjoyable walks

✨ Better focus and responsiveness

✨ Less frustration during daily routines

✨ Stronger communication and teamwork

✨ Increased confidence in unfamiliar situations

✨ A stronger bond built on trust and understanding

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What You’ll Walk Away With
A confident, calm connection with your puppy ✔
Clear communication skills between you & your dog ✔

Predictable routines that reduce stress for both of you ✔

A toolbox of cues & behaviors that set you up for success ✔

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Investment

This course is designed to provide thoughtful, high-touch support during one of the most important developmental stages of your dog’s life. Your puppy will have a personalized and mindfully planned out start in life.​

$1,200​

Payment options are available, please see my FAQs page to learn more.

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Your Puppy’s Future Starts Now

The early weeks and months of your puppy’s life can shape how they experience the world for years to come. With thoughtful guidance, gentle training, and consistent support, you can build a calmer, more confident relationship together from the very beginning. Let's create a safe and smart start to your pup's life together.

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