In-person Private Dog Training
Why Choose a Pro?
In today’s data-driven environment, there are loads of “free” resources that claim to help you train your dog. But is it really free if it ends up being ineffective? How much is bad dog training advice going to cost you in lost time and enjoyment? And if the mistakes made turn out to be serious, can they be fixed?
It’s not worth the risk. Hiring a true dog training professional is an investment that will pay off for your dog’s lifetime. One that gives you an unending payback of good social behavior, reliable training responses, and polite manners. Training with Robin will improve your understanding of your dog and their needs, but most importantly, gives you an achievable plan for harmoniously living together.
A private board and train program is your pup’s ultimate dog training experience! Your dog lives with Robin and shares the same real-life adventures she takes with her dogs. This means an exclusive opportunity for your pup to learn, explore, and get a jump start on the same skills that enable her dogs to go hiking off-leash, visit outdoor cafes, or relax with friends at a BBQ or around the campfire.
Stay training is limited to one dog at a time and requires a minimum of a three-week stay. Owners from outside Robin’s Dubuque, IA location must commit to a 2-day stay when returning for their dog to complete their follow-up training.
Private lessons are the perfect option if you prefer the do-it-yourself learning model! Robin is an exceptional coach, making each lesson easy to understand and replicate. She will guide you through a step-by-step process and give you a practical plan that fits into your everyday routine. Lessons are typically 60 -90 minutes long and conducted over a series of weeks. However, out-of-area dog owners can consolidate lessons by staying on location in Dubuque, IA for several days.
The main difference between stay training and private lessons is the cost and time it takes to achieve your desired results. If you have the time to devote to the homework and want to minimize the cost, private lessons are for you.
What happens if you train with Robin?
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Testimonials
Robin — Thank you for challenging me to be the most interesting thing to my dog! Although I came to your fetch workshop expecting to learn a few new tricks, I left with an entire toolkit of skills that are continuing to help me improve my relationship with my dog. It’s incredibly rewarding to see Kona hold her “fetch” because it serves as a little reminder of what we can achieve together with patience, persistence, and perfect practice!
I have worked with Robin for going on 12yrs. I have owned Labrador Retrievers for the purpose of recreational Waterfowl Sport Dog use. I recently purchased a new Labrador Retriever puppy. He is from strong hunting lines. I knew right away he would be getting all his obedience training with Robin. Drake is a very energetic, busy dog, so needs good obedience to keep his composure. I also have 2 kids ages 8 (boy) and 10 (girl). My last Labrador… Read more “Travis and Drake”
I quit my job with a plan to section hike the Appalachian Trail. The pandemic hit and I was unable to travel so I got a Brittany puppy named Hank. Hank is energetic and exuberant and loves to chase anything that moves. The summer he was nearing a year old, the Appalachian Trail reopened for backpacking. Hank was not well-trained enough to be a trail dog. Chasing a black bear would not be good for Hank or the bear! I… Read more “Staci and Hank”