Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can you help me with reactivity, leash pulling, or jumping?

A: Yes, yes, and yes.

Q: Can I get more in-person help after the initial session?

A: We offer additional one-hour follow-up sessions for $40 each, held on weeknights in Lawrenceville. Depending on your dog’s needs, these sessions may be private or in a small group—this will be determined by the trainer, but the price remains the same either way. We strongly recommend at least one follow-up session for every dog as it often helps reinforce progress and fine-tune results.

Q: Are you a purely positive dog trainer?

A: No, we adopt a balanced approach rooted in rewards. Our training method combines both rewards and gentle pressure to shape a dog's behavior. We believe that instilling a sense of obligation, not just motivation, yields a more refined canine companion.

Q: Can I bring others to the training session?

A: Absolutely. Just make sure any children present are calm and not disruptive to the session.

Q: Do you offer slots outside listed openings?

A: New time slots are posted every Friday at 10:00am. Check then for additional availability.

Q: Where do we meet and park?

A: Your trainer will text you the meeting location and provide free parking instructions (one block away).

Q: Do you train puppies?

A: We start working with puppies at 4 months of age and up.

Q: What if it rains during my session?

A: If you prefer to avoid training in the rain, you're welcome to reschedule. At least 4 hours of notice is required.

Q: Are there payment options besides Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, or Apple Pay?

A: Not at the moment - those are our only accepted payment methods.

Join Our Off-Leash Adventure Pack Hike!

For friendly, non-aggressive dogs, we welcome all clients (humans and dogs) to take part in our weekly off-leash adventure hike. Held every Friday in Parker, PA—just about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Pittsburgh—this unique experience gives dogs the chance to roam freely, explore nature, and enjoy access to a beautiful creek.

Led by Pete, our experienced trainer, each hike features a balanced pack of up to 12 well-mannered dogs. We truly believe that off-leash hiking is one of the most enriching and rewarding activities you can share with your dog.

Want your dog to join the adventure?

We currently have two spots open on our off-leash pack hikes! These hikes run from 1:00 PM to around 7:00 PM and include pickup and drop-off. The cost is $45 per dog. To join, your dog must be well-behaved with reliable recall, as the hikes are off-leash. We serve Fox Chapel, Aspinwall, Lawrenceville, and the Strip District. Dogs ride in comfort in our spacious commercial van—and they come home happy and tired! If you're interested in this service send us a msg on instagram.