Dog Training and Classes

Hudson Valley Hounds offers private in-home behavior modification and dog training in addition to group classes for people and their dogs in the Hudson Valley. Our training philosophy is relationship and compassion-based. We want to see a happy, confident dog who trusts their people and feels safe in the world. 

 

Private Training & Behavior Modification

Professional Behavior Evaluation – $150 (60-90 minutes)

Stop guessing and start solving. The Initial Behavior Assessment is the essential first step for addressing complex issues like aggression, resource guarding, or generalized anxiety.

• Functional Analysis: A behavior consultant will evaluate the “function” of the behavior—what is your dog trying to communicate or achieve?
• Environment Audit: Small changes to your home routine can lead to big breakthroughs. We’ll show you how.
• Professional Guidance: Receive a formal report and a step-by-step intervention plan based on humane, science-based methods.

Empowerment Through Expert One-on-One Coaching – $100 (50 minutes)

The best trainer for your dog isn’t me—it’s you. Private sessions are designed to coach you into becoming a confident, effective handler while building a deeper bond with your dog. In these 50-minute intensive sessions, we move at your dog’s pace to ensure they feel safe and successful every step of the way.

• Foundation Skills: Reliable recall, loose-leash walking, and “stay” under real-world distractions.
• Polite Manners: Transforming “hectic” behaviors into calm, polite interactions at the front door and on walks.
• Handover Support: You’ll receive a written recap and “homework” guide after every session to keep your progress on track between visits.
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Total Behavioral Support for Your Dog – $100 (50 minutes)

In 2026, we understand that “bad behavior” is often just a dog trying to communicate a need. Our Private Behavior Consulting & Training sessions provide a one-on-one environment where your dog is the sole focus, allowing for faster results without the stress of a group setting.

• Behavior Consulting: We tackle complex issues like leash reactivity, resource guarding, and separation anxiety by identifying and modifying the underlying emotional triggers.
• Skills Training: We teach essential “life skills”—from reliable recall to polite greetings—using exclusively humane, science-backed methods.
• Custom Environment Audits: We evaluate your dog’s behavior in their natural environment—your home—to create a management plan that works with your specific lifestyle.

 

Group Classes

Winter 2026 classes now in session. Spring 2026 schedule coming soon!

Registration and pre-payment required for all group classes.

Classes fill up quickly, so please email if interested!

Puppy Bark & Play Class – $250 (1, 45 minute class per week for 5 total weeks)

For puppies up to 16 weeks of age. Classes include playtime with other puppies, socialization, addressing common puppy challenges and new skills training.

Foundations Class – $250 (1, 45 minute class per week for 5 total weeks)

For dog-friendly dogs of any age. Classes include an easy-to-follow framework to train dogs to sit, down, touch, leave it, come, focus, go to mat, and stay.

 

More classes coming soon! 

 

 

*Please note the following regarding private training and group classes:

• Acceptable collars include: harness, flat collar or martingale

• Age appropriate vaccinations are required for all puppies and dogs.

• Cancellations/changes to private training appointments must be minimum 24 hours in advance or full fee will be due and payable.