In-Person and Virtual Professional Coaching

Does your dog have specific behavior issues you need one-on-one assistance with? Not sure about taking a class and want professional advice? The NHSPCA professional trainers can provide a private consultation with you and your dog to get you started in the right direction and keep you on a steady path to training success.* Consultations for specific behavior problems are available by appointment.

*Currently, the NHSPCA is unable to provide private training consults to assist with behavior modification for aggressive dogs. We can assist with reactive dogs on a case-by-case basis. Please email behavior@nhspca.org for further assistance or resources that can assist you and your dog.*

The charge for a one-on-one private session with one of our qualified/certified trainers is $75 for an hour.

We also offer a package deal for private sessions. You can get three, one-hour sessions for $195. This is a savings of $30, making each session $65*.

We are currently offering private sessions. Please email behavior@nhspca.org to schedule an appointment, check availability or ask questions.

Refund & Cancellation Policy:  There is a $25 service fee for registration cancellation of a single session. *If you cancel after using one or more of your 3 session bundle you will be charged at the single session rate of $75 and the $25 cancellation fee also applies.  No refunds will be granted after six months of placing order and will result in a donation of the remainder of your fee to the NHSPCA.

Weather cancellations are listed at 603-772-2921 Ext. 112. If we are experiencing inclement weather please call this number and listen to the recording for the most up to date cancellation information.

Waiver & Photo Release:  Client understands and accepts that attending dog training classes may put you, your dog and/or any guests who may also attend, in a situation not without risk.  Client acknowledges there are unavoidable risks of injury when working with animals.  Some of the dogs in attendance may be hard to handle and could cause injury even when handled with the utmost care.  Client agrees to assume all risk of any injury or damage resulting from the actions of any dog including their own while in a class, on the grounds of the NHSPCA, Tonry Tree Farm, Linden Woods Farm and any surrounding areas or when attending any training function.  Client further understands that they are responsible for furnishing written proof of current Rabies, Distemper and other vaccinations upon request and they understand that any time a dog is in contact with other animals it may expose him/her to minimal risk of communicable disease. Client hereby waives and releases the NHSPCA, New England Agility Team (NEAT), Tonry Tree Farm, Linden Woods Farm and their agents and employees from any and all liability for injury, damage or illness that they or their dog may incur while attending the training classes. Client authorizes the NHSPCA to use photos of you, your dog and/or any guests engaging in class activities for media purposes.

Tickets

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Private Training Consult (One Ticket)
$ 75.00
Unlimited
Private Training Consult (Package of Three)
$ 195.00
Unlimited

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What should I bring to the Private Training Consult?

    1. Flat Collar or Harness and 6-foot leash 

    Please Note: We do not allow the use of choke, prong or electronic collars or flexi-type, retractable leashes in class. Our trainers would be happy to recommend other training tools if your dog is having trouble.

    2. Treats: We suggest cheese, hot dogs or chicken.

    3. Water: Please feel free to bring water and dish for your pet to drink out of.

    5. Appropriate Shoes: We suggest sneakers or boots for training.

  • What are your training methods?

    At NHSPCA we are dedicated to the use of positive reinforcement training to modify difficult behaviors and teach new and better behavior. Based on the science of learning theory and classical conditioning, the methods used at NHSPCA are proven effective in all species from dolphins to great apes and rats to humans. We reward behaviors we like to increase the likelihood of them occurring and manage or remove rewards for the behaviors we don’t like. The use of reward based training serves to grow the bond between you and your dog and improve communication across species.