Great Dog Obedience - Private Training

Great Dog believes that with the right tools, a little fun, positive interaction and some work, your dog and you can live in a respectful, productive, entertaining household together. In addition to great group classes, Great Dog's obedience family has also offers Private Training to our list of services.

Staff Bios

How does private training at Great Dog work?

First, we discuss your needs via a telephone call or email. Christine will then schedule an assessment session and email you a pre-assessment information packet. We know that sometimes the need for professional help with challenging behaviors is time sensitive so we will work with you to get you scheduled as soon as possible for an assessment at Great Dog. ($35 per half hour). At the end of the half hour assessment, your educator will help you assess the best course of instruction for you and your canine.

What is our expertise?

We are excited to boast some of the most experienced and sought out instructors in the Seattle area. We have canine educators who focus on puppies and early canine development and socialization, those who are perfect matches for enthusiastic adolescent dogs in need of honing their basic obedience skills, (think super rowdy dogs that have a lack of understanding about how to meet your expectations!). Some of our instructors are experts in small breeds, especially terriers. We have become well known and respected for our work with overly reactive dogs as well as dogs with aggression issues. We also collaborate with several veterinarians when behavioral problems require input from a medical point of view.

Where are private lessons and classes conducted?

Great Dog sports a large training facility, dedicated to our obedience clients. This is separate from our daycare (just 2 doors down), but offers an additional 1750 sq ft of training space. Distractions can be added and other safe dogs may be introduced to the training process to teach your dog appropriate behaviors. This facility allows us to expand our group classes to daytimes and early evenings.

How much does private training cost?

At Great Dog: $65 - $95 depending on training required.

In Your Home: $80 -$110 depending on training required.

Play and Train $850 for a two week program (total 10 sessions)

What about Day Play and Train? (Our versions of the board and train) First we set up a free 1/2 hr consultation/evaluation (additional time will be charged.) We then design a program and goals for your dog. Typically, we train during day & business hours...so while you head off to your own job, your pooch will be at Great Dog for his! Throughout the day, your dog will get personalized, one on one training dedicated toward accomplishing his goals. (Typically between 1-2 hours each day, depending on what you want your dog to master) Between 5:30-6:30pm, you pick up your pup at Great Dog & head home! Throughout our training program, we will report on his progress and give the occasional homework for you to practice. The number of days and length of training sessions depend on what your dog's learning curve is and what types of things your dog needs to learn. At the end of each week, we will have a private session with you to teach you your dog's new tricks!

If your dog requires less training we can schedule a program based on specific needs

Puppy/Litter Temperament Testing: $20 per puppy by appointment only

CGC Evaluation $30 per dog by appointment only

For more info on private training, call 206.526.1101 or email Judi.