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Private Virtual Training for Cavalier Families
You Know Something Is Not Right.
You know your Cavalier better than anyone. You also know when the anxiety is getting worse, when the barking is taking over, when you have tried everything you can think of and nothing is sticking. That is exactly where I come in.
If you are ready to stop guessing and start getting real answers for your specific dog, I would love to work with you.
Why it works
Why Virtual Training Is the Right Call for Cavaliers
Real behavior change happens at home, where your dog already lives and feels safest. Cavaliers are sensitive, deeply bonded dogs, and putting them in a new environment to train often adds stress instead of solving the problem underneath it.
We start with a phone or Skype consultation where I listen to everything going on and ask the right questions to get a clear picture of your dog and your situation. As we work together I may ask you to share a short video clip if it helps me understand something better, but it is never a requirement. You are always supported no matter where you are starting from.
Topics
What We Can Work On Together
Every dog is different and every family's situation is different. Here are the areas I work in most often with Cavalier families.
Separation anxiety
Building independence in small steps without ignoring what is driving it.
Demand barking
Teaching what to do instead, and understanding why it is happening.
Reactivity and fear
Whether it is other dogs, the vet, or sounds in the house. Trust comes first.
Foundation and manners
Loose leash walking, recall, impulse control, polite greetings.
Body handling and cooperative care
Nail trims, grooming, ear cleaning, vet visits as a willing participant.
Enrichment and mental stimulation
Nose work, puzzle toys, trick training, and bonding activities.
Multi-dog household dynamics
If things are not running smoothly between your dogs, we can work on that.
Health and behavior connections
SM/CM and MVD affect training. I account for all of it in the plan.
Natural care guidance
Nutrition support, calming strategies, and a holistic look at wellbeing.
The process
What Working Together Actually Looks Like
You tell me about your dog
I review your information and reach out personally to confirm your first session and send a detailed behavior and health questionnaire to complete before we get on the call.
We get on the phone or Skype
I dig into everything, set clear goals together, and build a plan specifically around your dog's needs and your daily life.
You receive your training plan
A written step-by-step plan tailored to your dog, easy-to-follow instructions and resources, and product and natural care recommendations when relevant.
I stay with you
I am always here for a quick question. When you are ready to keep the momentum going, follow-up sessions and packages are there for you. You are not doing this alone.
Is this right for you?
Is This a Good Fit?
If you are overwhelmed, feeling like you have tried everything, and just want someone to actually look at your dog and tell you what to do next, you are in the right place. You do not need to have it all figured out before you reach out. That is what I am here for.
I use positive reinforcement only. Not because it is trendy, but because nearly 30 years of working with dogs has shown me again and again that it is what actually works and what keeps the relationship between you and your dog intact.
If your Cavalier is dealing with SM/CM, MVD, or the anxiety that so often comes with both, that is completely fine. I am used to working around health conditions and accounting for them in the training plan. You do not need a perfectly healthy dog to get started. You just need to be ready to show up for them.
Pricing
The initial consultation fee is $150 to $275 depending on the number of dogs and the complexity of what we are working on. I will give you the exact amount after I review what you share with me, before we schedule anything. You will never be surprised.
If you want to keep going after your first session, follow-up sessions are $150 each. I also have packages that bundle sessions with email support if you know you want that kind of ongoing help. We can talk through what makes sense for you and your dog when I reach out.
Ready to Get Started?
I work with a small number of private clients at a time and I do not take every inquiry. I want to make sure I am the right fit for you and your dog before we move forward.
When you tell me about your dog I will review your information and reach out personally. If my schedule is full, I will add you to my waitlist so you are first in line when a spot opens up.
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