Private Courses & Training

About Private Training  

At Urban Dog Training we offer in-home fully customised training for you and your dog anywhere around Brisbane. Training takes place in and around your home where your dog's behaviour matters most! Topics covered can include Puppy Raising, Obedience Training, Manners Training, Problem Behaviours, Behavioural Modification, Breed Selection and much more.

Problems Not Suited to Group Classes:Dog In Line Up

  • Excessive Barking
  • Reactivity to other Dogs or Humans
  • Biting
  • Fearfulness
  • Aggression
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Under Socialisation
  • Fighting
  • Submissive Urination
  • Hyperactivity
  • Barrier Aggression
  • Adult House-Soiling
  • Sibling Rivalry
  • Household Destruction
  • Escaping

Benefits of In-Home Private Lessons:

There are many benefits to private instruction, which include: 

  • Lessons are structured to suit the individual needs of you and your dog
  • Appointments can be made to fit in around your schedule
  • Dedicated one on one training or problem solving
  • Both you and your dog learn at your own pace
  • Some dogs are not suited to class situations due to fear, hyperactivity, aggression etc
  • Ideal for dogs with behavioural issues such as Separation Anxiety, House-Soiling, Resource Guarding etc that are beyond the scope of a general class curriculum
  • Ideal if you are uncomfortable about participating in a class environment
  • Your dog can concentrate on learning in an environment he/she is comfortable in, where there are fewer distractions
  • If your dog is uncomfortable in a group training situation he will be unable to concentrate and therefore will not learn
  • Ideal if you want to speed up the learning process in your dog. Many students begin with private lessons and enrol in classes shortly thereafter.

Training should be fun for both you and your dog so Urban Dog Training uses only Positive Reinforcement Methods. Reward based training is an effective and easy to follow technique based on the sound scientific principles of learning theory. Your dog will learn in a positive, nurturing environment.

What Happens During a Private Lesson?

The initial consultation lasts for approximatley 2 hours. During this time:

  • Your concerns are discussed at length
  • A detailed history is taken
  • Observations are made regarding the way your dog interacts with the family
  • We explain canine leadership, behaviour and learning
  • We teach you how to develop a comminication system with your dog
  • Support is provided via telephone and email
  • You will be provided with full, unrestricted access to our library of training and behavioural information on our website

Note: We can provide you with an extensive training report detailing all training and behavioural recommendations for an extra fee of $100.00.

In subsequent consultations:

  • Your training plan is implemented
  • Any ongoing concerns are addressed
  • Support is provided via telephone and email

How Many Lessons Will I Need?

That depends on the problems you are experiencing and the severity of them. The work you do inbetween consulations will contribute greatly to reducing the cost of private training.

How Much Do In-Home Private Lessons Cost? 

Discounts are provided for prepaid training packages. This can be discussed at your initial consultation.

  • Initial Consulation $200.00 for 2 hours
  • Subsequent Consultations $100.00 per hour or part thereof

**Note: Private consultations are available on Sundays - however a surcharge of $50.00 applies.

Methods of payment

Urban Dog training accepts the following forms of payment:

  • Cash
  • Cheque or Money Order
    Please make cheques payable to: Urban Dog Training
  • Internet Transfer
    Payment must be made at the time of consultation and a receipt provided
    Our banking details are as follows:
    Urban Dog Training
    BSB: 064 179
    Account No: 10190169

To make an appointment contact Urban Dog Training via email or telephone.