Private Sessions & Classes

PRIVATE SESSIONS

Puppies

I offer a 4 pack of 1-hour private sessions – $400.

Foundation Behaviors & Fun Stuff for Adolescent and Adult Dogs

If you simply want to train your dog some basic foundation behavior that include no behavior modification, then you can use the 4 pack of 1-hour private sessions – $400. This generally includes behaviors like sit, down, eye contact, coming when called, tricks, etc. If in fact you are interested in behavior modification, then an initial assessment is required. The assessment is 1.5 hours and includes a training plan – $150.

Behavior Modification for Adolescent and Adult Dogs

We start with an initial assessment. I will meet at your home where I can observe and work with your dog. We’ll discuss your goals and your dog’s history and behavior. I will give you homework, discuss possible training approaches and after the session, write-up a training plan to help you meet your goals. The assessment is 1.5 hours and includes a training plan – $150. Then you can purchase the 4 pack of 1-hour private sessions – $400.

About the sessions…

• Training sessions are offered in packages of 4 and are to be used within a 4-week period.
• Pre-payment is required at the time of scheduling.
• Sessions are conducted at your home or out and about, depending on your goals with your dog.
• You will receive a session recap via email after every session.
• You will be required to complete training homework every week.
• I encourage you to stay in touch via email during the week with any questions or updates.
• Cancellations are not charged if within 24 hours prior to the scheduled session.

CLASSES

Puppy Training and Socialization

Cost: $185
Sundays from noon-1:00 pm
1/14, 1/21 , 1/28 & 2/4

The first few months of your puppy’s life are the most important! We’re teaching our puppy that the world is a safe place and giving her the skills to navigate it, while establishing good manners and habits. We’ll learn how to train basic behaviors and also go over some of the more challenging aspects of puppyhood like potty training, biting, chewing and managing energy. The class will be run by Hanna Fushihara, CPDT-KA, Hot Fuzz Dog Training and Tessa Romita, CDBC, CPDT-KA, Hudson Valley Hounds, who will facilitate appropriate interactions and socialization with the other dogs in class. As an added benefit, the class will be held at a veterinary clinic, so we will work on teaching puppy that fun things happen at the vet’s office! Class size is limited to 6 working teams.

Requirements:

• Mandatory video orientation (that you can watch at home)
• Max age of 20 weeks or 24 weeks for small breeds
• Vaccinations required: 2 DHPP vaccines (proof of vaccinations must be provided)
• Trainer authorization required if you would like to attend with a child/minor. Inquire/notify when registering.
• No prong collars, electronic collar, choke chains or retractable leashes will be allowed in class. Please use a collar and/or harness.

To Register or Inquire:

• Email: tessa@hudsonvalleyhounds.com
• Classes will be held at Rondout Valley Veterinary Associates on Route 209 in Kerhonkson

CLASSES

Life Skills

Cost: $185
Sundays from 1:30 – 2:30 pm
1/14, 1/21 , 1/28 & 2/4

This class is a fantastic opportunity for dogs of any age to learn new skills, practice skills around other dogs and other distractions and/or build good feelings about being at the veterinarian’s office. Run by by Hanna Fushihara, CPDT-KA, Hot Fuzz Dog Training and Tessa Romita, CDBC, CPDT-KA, Hudson Valley Hounds, each week we’ll have a different theme and will work on behaviors that you can use during your day to day life, like waiting at open doors, and standing for vet exam’s. All the while, all the fun will be happening at the vet’s office! The class is open to dogs who can work while in the presence of other dogs and human strangers (not reacting with fear or glee) and focus on their handler. This class is not designed for reactive dogs. Class size is limited to 6 working teams. 

Requirements:

• Mandatory video orientation (that you can watch at home)
• Enrollment open to people and dog-friendly, non-reactive dogs (who can work in a room with 6 other dogs and human strangers) – pre-screening required.
• Vaccinations required: DHPP, Rabies and Bordetella must be up-to-date. Titers accepted.
• Trainer authorization required if you would like to attend with a child/minor. Inquire/notify when registering.
• No prong collars, electronic collar, choke chains or retractable leashes will be allowed in class. Please use a collar and/or harness.

To Register or Inquire:

• Email: tessa@hudsonvalleyhounds.com
• Classes will be held at Rondout Valley Veterinary Associates on Route 209 in Kerhonkson