Advanced Training

A person training a black, tan, and white Australian Shepherd dog outdoors on a grassy field, with the dog standing on its hind legs with one paw raised, looking up at the person.

As your dog masters the basics, you may notice new challenges; distractions that break their focus, commands that don’t hold as long, or the need for more reliable off-leash control. Our Advanced Training Lessons are designed to take your dog’s obedience to the next level - building precision, confidence and responsiveness, in any environment.

$200 per lesson

1 hour private in-home lesson. Detail oriented for energetic, intelligent or working line breeds. Tailored to individual needs, behavior issues and expectations.

What We Focus On

  • Extending sit, down and stay with longer duration

  • Drop it, leave it

  • Door manners

  • Settle (over excitement, barking), in-home guest issues

  • Down and stay while you’re not in the room (not visible)

  • Strengthening and extending recalls, even with distractions

  • Advancing leash skills into off-leash reliability, including off leash recalls

  • Proofing obedience in busy environments (parks, public spaces, etc.)

  • Building impulse control around food, toys and other dogs

  • Enhancing handler-dog communication for smoother teamwork (non-verbal)

Why Advanced Training Matters

Advanced training bridges the gap between core obedience and true reliability. With consistent practice and professional guidance, your dog will learn to stay focused, responsive and calm - no matter the setting.

Beyond obedience, advanced training deepens the bond between you and your dog. By working together at a higher level, you’ll build mutual trust, strengthen communication, have clearer expectations and enjoy a partnership that feels more connected and rewarding everyday.

Your dog’s well-being and confidence are our top priorities. Our training is always 100% positive reinforcement based, meaning no fear, no force and no cruelty. Just clear communication and rewards that create lasting results!

A Belgian Malinois dog standing on grass near a street, with trees, parked cars, and street signs in the background.

"We wanted more reliability off-leash, and this program helped. Our dog comes every time we call now, even at the park with distractions everywhere. It's given us so much peace of mind and eased stress." - Daniel K.

"We wanted more reliability off-leash, and this program helped. Our dog comes every time we call now, even at the park with distractions everywhere. It's given us so much peace of mind and eased stress." - Daniel K.