Dog and Puppy Training & Services
Welcome to You and Your Dog Training & Services, conveniently located in New Boston, New Hampshire. We specialize in effective dog training and behavior modification, prioritizing reliable recalls and providing outlets for your dog's energy to prevent destructive behavior, all achieved through positive reinforcement techniques. Our approach is rooted in the latest scientific understanding of canine behavior, ensuring engaging and enjoyable learning experiences for both you and your canine companion.
At our training facility, we've carefully designed our programs and space to optimize learning outcomes. Unlike many other facilities, we maintain small group sizes and minimize distractions during private lessons, allowing for focused attention and personalized instruction. Our commitment to quality instruction means that our group classes typically accommodate a maximum of three dogs, ensuring a tailored and effective learning environment for all participants.
Enjoy flexible weekday scheduling with our group classes and private lessons, available from 12pm to 7:30pm, plus Saturday group classes start at 11am to accommodate your weekend plans.
Discover the difference of personalized, science-based dog training at You and Your Dog Training & Services. Join us in nurturing a strong bond and fostering positive behaviors in your canine companion.
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Unbeknownst to many, dog training is not a licensed profession. This means anyone can call themselves a dog trainer and use whatever techniques they deem "appropriate." We encourage all of our potential clients to call, interview, and visit as many training places as possible before entrusting your dog with their instruction, this includes us! Find out more on how to find a dog trainer that's right for you and your dog.
- Free phone consult: This complimentary 15 minute phone consultation allows us to to discuss what our training offers.
- Free Orientation: Join our free one-hour orientation session, for people only, to explore what our training offers, class structure, and training methods firsthand. Learn more.
Puppies and Adults
Consultations: 30 minute consultations allow more in depth analysis of what will work best for you and your dog, whether or not the space is comfortable for your dog to further learn, and for you to see if what we offer is a good fit.
Private Dog Training: Individual 1-hour sessions at our facility that focus on topics unique to you and your dog’s needs. These include tailored lesson plans, lesson handouts, and customized email support to assist you while you are practicing with your dog at home.
Virtual Training: Our one hour virtual consultation is live, online video conferencing. Each consultation is designed for you and your dog's specific needs. Virtual consultations allow the trainer and you to meet when in-person is not an option (or needed!).
One Hour Workshops: This is one hour group class training focused on one or two specific topics. New topics offered monthly. Workshop topics range from nail trimming to pulling on leash with everything in between. You don’t have to commit to multiple weeks of training, just when it’s convenient for you. All levels of training accepted.
Puppies (8 weeks up to 5 months)*
Free Puppy Play Group: An opportunity for puppies to play with other puppies, free puppy play groups give puppies positive exposure to set them up for better skills as they get older. Plus, they go home tired!
Puppy Group Training Classes: Group puppy classes give puppies a good foundation to set them up for success in their human and dog relationships. Skills include:loose leash walking, puppy behavior management, and more. (6 weeks long for one hour/week)
*If your dog is 5 months at the start of class they can join Puppy Beginner if not you should consider the Dog Training Basics course. If you are transferring from another training facility please email us for further recommendations.
Dogs (6 months and older)
Group Dog Training Classes: Dogs are taught foundational skills using reward-based training, starting with the basics of behavior and impulse control. Advanced and Complete classes are available for dogs who have passed previous levels. (6 weeks long for one hour/week)
Group Dog "Drop-In" Classes/Workshops: This is a group class setting with training sessions focused on one or two specific topics. You don’t have to commit to multiple weeks of training, just when it’s convenient for you. All levels of training accepted. Each workshop is one hour.
Adult Dog Group Specialty, Dog Sports, and Focused Fun Classes: We offer group classes for dogs that are focused on one topic.
· Adult Beginner Specialty Classes: Really Truly Reliable Recall, K9 Nose Work®, Energy Outlets, Cooperative Care, and Doggy Parkour specialty classes for dogs of all levels.
· Adult Intermediate Specialty Classes : Precision Heeling, Canine Good Citizens, CCC, Hiking Manners, and Agility classes for dogs who have gone through beginner training.
Testing: Testing is offered twice per year for CGC. Please contact us for information on higher level testing and scheduling options.
Private and In Home Training
Experience the difference of individualized instruction with our expert trainers, guiding you and your dog towards progress in a stress-free environment. Unlock your dog's full potential with personalized attention and targeted strategies at You and Your Dog Training & Services, in-home, or virtually!
Private Lessons: Ideal for individuals seeking targeted solutions, our private lessons are tailored to address specific needs and challenge, catering to a diversity of needs.
These personalized one-on-one lessons are conducted at our location. Our private sessions provide a focused environment for tackling an assortment of issues such as jumping on people to on leash-reactive barking (and much more!).
Whether you require in-depth training on particular behaviors, have scheduling constraints that preclude group classes, or have a dog (or human!) who feels anxious or uncomfortable in group settings, our private lessons offer a supportive and tailored approach.
In Home Training: The dog training comes to you in the comfort of your home. In-home dog training is also fitting for people looking for training set ups they can do at home, and have it personalized to their home's specific needs.
Experience the convenience and effectiveness of in-home dog training, where our expert trainers bring personalized sessions right to your doorstep. In-home dog training is ideal for addressing behaviors that manifest primarily at home but not in other settings, providing a comprehensive approach to behavior modification. Additionally, it's perfect for individuals seeking training setups they can easily implement at home, customized to fit their home's specific layout and dynamics.
Discover the benefits of in-home dog training with our skilled professionals, providing personalized guidance and strategies to promote positive behavior in the comfort of your own home.
Jumpstart Day Training: If you are considering Board and Train, Day Training is our more effective solution! Our certified Dog Trainer will come to your house for one hour to work solely with your dog, 3 days per week. The program is developed based on your training goals for your dog. In addition to the 3 weekly sessions, you will work with your Trainer and your dog in a weekly 1-on-1 transfer session and 1 or 2 follow-up sessions once the weekly training is complete.
Workshops
One Hour Workshops: This is one hour group class training focused on one or two specific topics. New topics offered monthly. Workshop topics range from nail trimming to pulling on leash with everything in between. You don’t have to commit to multiple weeks of training, just when it’s convenient for you. All levels of training accepted.
Virtual Training
Virtual consultations: Experience the next level of convenience and effectiveness with virtual dog training, where our expert trainers provide personalized sessions live from our location to you in the comfort of your own home, wherever you may be!
Virtual dog training is a flexible and accessible option for addressing most behavior challenges, leveraging technology to deliver comprehensive training experiences. Ideal for individuals seeking effective training solutions that fit into their busy schedules, virtual sessions can be personalized to your home's specific needs just like in-person training.
We do not address all behaviors virtually, but you would be surprised with what we can address. Please contact us with the behaviors you're seeking help with to further assess what would be the best fit for you and your dog.
We also offer virtual workshops and classroom attendance when people and/or dogs are in need. Please contact us for virtual class attendance or audit options.
Find out more with our frequently asked questions!
Disclaimer
While we cannot guarantee the outcome of our work with you and your dog, the good news is that many behaviors are very responsive to behavior modification. Dogs are animals and each is an individual with their own personality, genetics, socialization, and history. Being animals, we cannot guarantee the final outcome, only that we will do our absolute best to ensure a good outcome for all parties involved. We pride ourselves on being open and honest and we will always do what is best for you and your dog.
