“A good professional should be able to help you to form a stronger and healthier bond with your dog”

When group classes just aren’t enough to solve your dogs’ issues you will benefit from some one on one attention. You can come to us or we can come to you depending on which is best suited to the issue we are dealing with.  We will walk you through the ”real life” scenario’s you are struggling with and teach you how to handle the situation so you can maintain the training long after we are gone.

These sessions were created for particularly challenging dogs with almost any behavioural issue. Examples might be: possessiveness, barking, leash reactivity (lunging or pulling), mild-moderate “aggression”, or general disobedience. Some behaviours are almost impossible to cure in a regular obedience classroom environment of multiple dogs and need more than the basics of “sit, stay, come”. We use canine psychology and understand behaviour to get to the root of the problem, not just cover it up.

We offer:

• Both in your home training & private use of our indoor facility when applicable
• Phone/email support as needed
• Weekly Homework assignments and progress check ins
• 10% off any of our group classes
• Free Lifetime membership to our dog socialization meetup groups (details at http://doghouseobedience.com/socialization-groups/)
• “Board & Train” or “Private DaySchool” may be available upon a case by case basis- inquire for details

“With every Trainer, as with every tool, you need to find the professional who fits your philosophy and values, and you should first have a conversation with him or her about views and methods before trying the trainer on your dog. Its been said that if there’s one thing any two animal professionals can agree on, its that one out of three are doing it wrong. Trust me- there are enough viewpoints, methods, and philosophies out there for you to find one that you feel right about in your heart….” Cesar Millan,

Pricing:

One Month Program

• For dogs with minimal behavioural issues or those looking for an obedience training boost and simply prefer a private lesson to a group class
• 4 lessons plus a FREE 30 minute initial consultation- $220 (save $20)

90Day program

• This is recommended for those with more challenging behavioural issues such as “fearful” or “reactive” dogs.
• 9 lessons plus a FREE 30 minute initial consultation -$450 ( The best deal! Save $90.00)

Single Consultation

• $60.00

• NO TRAVEL FEES!! Prices do not include tax.

Please note: While we have in the past, In The Dog House will no longer work with large breed dogs with severe human aggression or human bite history, but would be happy to refer you to another Trainer. Your naughty Chihuahua doesn’t count… we are happy to work with him! If you are unsure where the fine line is drawn please give us as call as we WILL work with many dogs other Trainers turn away, there is just a select few we now feel is more appropriate to pass on.

Private DaySchool Training

As we cannot keep large breeds in our home, our board and train service is not an option for many dogs that truly need it. However, I can provide your dog with extended training time without requiring you to be present.

The benefits to this process are:

• Dogs are often “different” without the owner around allowing the Trainer to work further towards the target goal.
•  Sometimes breakthroughs can take place if more time is allowed than our usual 1 hour session to work on a particular task. This allows the trainer the flexibility to try out various techniques to see what the dog responds to best.
• This also takes out the “human training” portion which will allow the Trainer to focus solely on the dogs progress. Your dog would be the ONLY dog with the trainer during this time. It is a complete private lesson.

Half Day Option – each session is 2 hours

• 4 lessons for $400
• FREE 30 minute initial consultation & evaluation

Full day option – each session is 4 hours

• 4 lessons for $800
• FREE 30 minute initial consultation & evaluation

Lessons to be held in Surrey only. Exact location may vary depending on what we are working on with the dog.

What our clients have to say:

“After only one lesson I was able to walk my dog on leash instead of her walking me.  Quite amazing!!!”

Sue from Surrey

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Enjoy a casual, friendly, low pressure training environment where you and your dog will thrive and enjoy each class.

You are always welcome to repeat the same class for free if not fully satisfied with your dogs results.

2^nd dog (same family) save 10%

Puppies and Beginners Basic Foundation 6 weeks $140.00

This class is geared towards puppies and/or adult dogs with little, to no, previous training . This introductory level covers all your basic foundation commands such as sit, down, stay, leave it, drop it, focus, wait and socialization skills.

Skill Builders Intermediate 6 weeks $140.00

This class is for dogs with some previous training (equivalent to our Puppy class) who are looking to advance their skill set beyond the puppy basics.  Leash manners, more demanding stays and recall proficiency will be emphasized in this level.

Polished Pooch 6 weeks $140.00

Prerequisite: Skill Builders Intermediate class (or equivelant training)

This class puts the polishing touches on your dogs training. You will deepen your relationship with your dog through creative training games, build your dogs attentiveness and learn the importance of body language communication. Attain extended stays, an off leash heel, & build patience and manners in greeting dogs and people. This is the icing on the cake.

Outdoor Control 4 weeks $100.00 (Offered May-October only)

If you are like most people your dog did pretty good or downright great in class, but at home and everywhere else acted like he had never been trained! Outdoor sessions are a natural progression to our classroom work. Now that your dog knows all his basic commands and then some, you are ready for practice in the real world! Outdoors is often underestimated in its ability to distract your dog. People often expect that their dog should just be able to come back when playing off leash at the park, or heel next to you. The reality is this has to be practiced, and in a specific way. We help you to obtain control of your dog on leash (and off leash) in all outdoor environments by using the outdoor world as our classroom. Main focus is on listening despite distractions, attaining off leash control, & superior stay, recall and leash manners.

Prerequisite is Skill Builders Intermediate (or equivelant)

Socialization is not optional!

Join us for off leash play dates,  long walks in the woods,  swimming pool parties, special holiday/community events, fundraisers and more. All dogs, big or small, need to get out and mingle with their kind or they lose the ability to communicate appropriately resulting in potential fear or aggression.

Join my canine socialization group for free at :
www.meetup.com/coffeeandcanines

Please note you will have to sign up to become a member of meetup.com first in order to join my group. (It’s free)

Here is some of the fun we have!

She showed us ways to go about training that actually worked and produced results.  I found that not only was Peedie leaning commands, but I was learning efficient ways to teach those commands!  Soon Peedie was learning things in class that had taken me hours to show him at home.
I enjoyed Desiree’s puppy class so much, I went back for her beginners level.  I would definitely recommend Desiree to help you with your training needs!”

~ Thanks, Kristy & Peedie

We hired Desiree to help us with personally training Maggie, our Bichon Frisee/Lhaso Apso 8 month old puppy. From the moment we talked on the phone, it was quite clear that Desiree had the knowledge and passion about what she was doing.
When it came down to the training, she was extremely organized, clear and confident. She really took notice of Maggie’s behaviour and pointed out some issues we had which I had no idea I was causing. I was very impressed and will not hesitate to recommend her to other friends who need a good personal dog trainer.

~Pauline (Previous client and proud pet parent)

We loved having the convenience of Desiree coming to our home.

The one on one training made total sense. Desiree’s “customized plans” and training methods were easy to understand and follow, for both of us and Flannigan!!!

We would definitely recommend Desiree!

Michelle, Jason & Flannigan