PRIVATE LESSONS

1. Please go to our Online Scheduler or call  Marti to schedule a private lesson. All lessons must be prepaid.

2. Please start to feed your dog by hand at least 20 pieces of dog food or small treats daily. Say the word “Yes” just before you give your dog the food or treat.

4. Please do not feed your dog for 4-6 hours prior to the appointment, even if you believe he or she is always hungry.

5. Please supply the trainer with 30-50 pieces of freeze dried liver or chicken. You may purchase treats prior to the lesson from our Store. The trainer will bring them to your lesson. Freeze dried, single ingredient treats are available at pet stores, too.

6. Please have your dog on leash or in a crate when the trainer enters your home. 

7. Your trainer may suggest a collar or harness available for you to purchase after your appointment, or in subsequent appointments. Some items are available for purchase in our Store.

8. Please do not give your trainer cash or checks or book subsequent appointments directly with the trainer. Please do not share a personal cell phone number with the trainer, or request the trainer's personal contact information.

9. Homework is important -- Let us know if you are too busy to practice, or don't understand what to do. We may be able to help.

We reserve the right to discontinue private lessons at any time, or renegotiate private lesson packages to personal training or board and train sessions.

9. Subsequent appointments with the trainer (or another West Palm Dog trainer) must be made through our Online Scheduler.

10. Please be aware that trainers are available only at designated times of the week. If you would like to book a lesson, please do so at least 48 hours prior to the date of your choice.

11. Individual lessons and packages must be prepaid. 

12. Please give 48 hours’ notice if you need to reschedule your appointment. Use the Online Scheduler or text Marti at 561-906-2830. Cancellation requests must be received 24 hours prior to the cancellation. Late cancellations are subject to a $25 fee.

13. West Palm Dog does not intervene without veterinary support in cases of thunderstorm phobia, separation anxiety, or some other types of canine behavior issues. We also offer this referral if you need help with behavior issues beyond the reach of our training:

Florida Veterinary Behavior Service
www.flvetbehavior.com
561-795-9398

14. We encourage you to video moments you would like to remember during your private lesson. Your trainer may video you working with your dog so you can see your technique, measure your dog's responsiveness, and remember what to practice between sessions.

15. Integrate obedience into your regular routine. Ask your dog to Sit for the food bowl, before going outside, before you put on the leash, etc. Your dog will then begin to understand obedience as a way to manage his happy relationship with you, and not as a series of tricks he does when you have a treat in your hand.