Private Dog Training Lessons in Fort Collins, CO - Personalized Coaching for You and Your Dog

While there is plenty you can learn through your own research and trial-and-error, there is no substitute for one-on-one in-person coaching from a professional. The beauty of private lessons is that they are flexible to fit your schedule, and you can ensure that your lesson is 100% focused on you and your dog. Furthermore, your private lesson program will be fully personalized to your specific goals and needs. Not only will you receive professional coaching, you will also reap the benefits of working with your dog in between lessons. This model of training is extremely beneficial for you and your dog’s relationship, and you will see the progress in real time.

Personalized Training Programs

Puppy Training

Bringing home a new puppy is one of the most exciting experiences for dog lovers! It can also be daunting, and often leaves new puppy owners unsure of what they got themselves into. Puppies have accidents, chew on things they shouldn’t, bark and whine, and expel their energy in annoying ways. If you’re in need of the best training and advice for your puppy, Soul Dog Training is here to help make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible through puppy private lessons. View my puppy private lesson programs here.

Adult Dog Training

Whether you have adopted a healthy adult dog with no major behavioral issues or a rescue with a history of abuse, private lessons can be a great fit to help you meet your goals and give your dog their best chance at becoming all they are capable of. Your program will be customized to you and your dog because your situation is unique to only you. Your program will reflect this individuality so that you can be sure your dog is getting the attention they deserve.

Private Lesson Programs for Adult Dogs

What’s Included in all Packages?

  • All training tools (leashes, e collars, training collars)

  • Leash manners

  • Basic obedience - sit, down, heel, place

  • Socialization around dogs, people, objects, sounds, etc.

  • Problem solving issues such as jumping, barking, whining, fence fighting, etc.

  • Housebreaking issues such as potty training, chewing, over-excitement, counter surfing, etc.

  • Play

5-Lesson Package

  • 5 weekly one-hour lessons in your home and local parks, dog-friendly stores, and other public spaces


8-Lesson Package

  • Weekly one-hour lessons for 8 weeks in your home and local parks, dog-friendly stores, and other public spaces

  • E collar training for reliable off-leash recall


10-Lesson Package

  • Weekly one-hour lessons for 10 weeks in your home and local parks, dog-friendly stores, and other public spaces

  • Advanced obedience - sit, down, stand, heel, come, place, center

  • E collar training for reliable off-leash recall


12-Lesson Package

  • Who is it for?

    • Dogs with severe behavioral issues such as reactivity, *aggression, fear and anxiety, resource guarding, destructive behaviors, etc

    • Weekly one-hour lessons for 12 weeks in your home and local parks, dog-friendly stores, and other public spaces

  • Advanced obedience - sit, down, stand, heel, come, place, center

  • E collar training for reliable off-leash recall

  • Lifetime Support:

    • Free tune-up sessions for the life of your dog

    • 20% discount on future boarding

*Some aggression cases may exceed the scope of Soul Dog Training, or may require board and train programs. A thorough evaluation is necessary to determine where your dog will thrive best

Happy yellow Labrador retriever sitting on green grass in a park on a sunny day with trees and a clear blue sky in the background after an off-leash training session with Soul Dog Training.

Schedule a free in-person evaluation to see if private lessons are a good fit for you!