Training Services

At True North K9, we focus on building trust, establishing clear communication, and addressing your dog’s state of mind as the forefront of our training approach. Our goal is to show you how to help your dog handle big emotions, address behavioral issues affecting your everyday life, and guide your dog in making good choices so that they can achieve as much freedom as possible. If you’re facing challenges in connecting with your dog, maintaining peace in your home, or you simply want to broaden your dog’s horizons - we are here to help you! Check out our training services below to find a program that best suits you and your family.

PRIVATE TRAINING

  • Private training sessions are perfect for owners who want to be more involved in the foundational training process, and prefer to have in-home, individualized attention. Sessions will be focused on demonstration, education, and fine-tuning skills - so that you are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to do the heavy lifting on your own in between each session. Essentially, we will be training you on how to train your dog - as well as providing education and support along the way.

  • This package includes 3 private training sessions and can be tailored based on your puppy’s age and training experience. We will address the following:

    • Potty training

    • Crate training

    • Intro to basic commands

    • Structure and boundaries

    • Healthy socialization and exposures

    • Problem puppy behaviors

    • Grooming desensitization

    Investment: $600

    Your puppy must be 6 months or younger to enroll. You may purchase an e-collar add-on package when your puppy graduates from this program.

  • Our advanced packages are available for owners that are interested in advancing their dogs’ training to achieve off-leash freedom, or for dogs that are struggling with behavioral issues.

    We can address any of the following:

    • Learning basic commands

    • Pulling or lunging on leash

    • Destructive behaviors

    • Inability to settle down

    • Not listening to you outside

    • Pushy behaviors

    • Excessive barking or whining

    • Big reactions to strangers or dogs

    • Fearful behaviors

    • Jumping on guests

    • Other nuisance behaviors

    • Recall and off-leash training

    Investment:

    • $800 for 4 lessons

    • $1200 for 6 lessons

    • $600 for 3 lessons (e-collar add-on training only)

    A specific package recommendation will be made after an initial consult. Quoted price may change for more complex behavioral modification cases.

  • Graduates of any of our training programs will get exclusive access to:

    • In-home boarding

    • Adventure hikes

    • One-off day trains or private sessions

    We are also available via text in between sessions - and we encourage you to reach out for any reason to ensure your confidence and address any concerns as they arise.

  • It’s important to note that any type of training we provide is intended to be integrated into your everyday lifestyle, and must be reinforced regularly in order to maintain your dog’s progress long-term.

    Training equipment is not included in private training programs, but high quality e-collars and slip-leads are available at a discount.

DAY TRAINS

  • Day training programs are designed for owners who may not have as much time to dedicate to the foundations of training, and are interested in the benefit of having a knowledgeable trainer get to know your dog intimately throughout the process. Your dog will be picked up and dropped off at their home, after spending the day with one of our trainers. Not only will they come home tired and fulfilled, but they’ll be also making progress on their training goals! Dogs will work in a variety of environments, all dependent on the needs of the group. In addition to training, each dog will have the opportunity to engage in structured play, appropriate socialization, and designated down time.

  • We offer both 4-week and 8-week programs that include 2 full-day training sessions per week, with consistent feedback and instruction given throughout the program so that you can implement these skills in and outside the home. Pickup and drop-off are included, as well as private sessions to review training progress.

    We can address any of the following:

    • Learning basic commands

    • Pulling or lunging on leash

    • Destructive behaviors

    • Inability to settle down

    • Not listening to you outside

    • Pushy behaviors

    • Excessive barking or whining

    • Big reactions to strangers or dogs

    • Fearful behaviors

    • Jumping on guests

    • Other nuisance behaviors

    • Recall and off-leash training

    Investment:

    • $2500 for 4 week program

    • $3500 for 8 week program

    A specific package recommendation will be made after an initial consult. Quoted price may change for more complex behavioral modification cases.

  • Graduates of any of our training programs will get exclusive access to:

    • In-home boarding

    • Adventure hikes

    • One-off day trains or private sessions

    We are also available via text in between sessions - and we encourage you to reach out for any reason to ensure your confidence and address any concerns as they arise.

  • It’s important to note that any type of training we provide is intended to be integrated into your everyday lifestyle, and must be reinforced regularly in order to maintain your dog’s progress long-term.

    Training equipment is not included in day training programs, but high quality e-collars and slip-leads are available at a discount.

TRAINING RETREATS

  • Our board & train programs are designed like a retreat, and take place in our trainers’ own homes by the beach in Winthrop. These programs are best suited for owners who may not have as much time to dedicate to the foundations of training, or are dealing with complex behavioral issues - and are interested in the benefit of having a knowledgeable trainer get to know your dog intimately throughout the process. Unlike a facility-based board & train program, your trainer will be able to provide individualized attention and recreate “real life” scenarios for your dog that will translate more easily to their home environment. In addition to training, your dog will have the opportunity to engage in structured play, appropriate socialization, and designated down time.

  • We offer 2-week, 3-week, and 4-week programs that include consistent feedback and instruction given throughout the program so that you can implement these skills in and outside the home. All necessary training equipment (including a high quality e-collar) is included, as well as private sessions for owners to review training progress.

    We can address any of the following:

    • Learning basic commands

    • Pulling or lunging on leash

    • Destructive behaviors

    • Inability to settle down

    • Not listening to you outside

    • Pushy behaviors

    • Excessive barking or whining

    • Big reactions to strangers or dogs

    • Fearful behaviors

    • Jumping on guests

    • Other nuisance behaviors

    • Recall and off-leash training

    Investment:

    • $3000 for 2 week program

    • $4000 for 3 week program

    • $4500 for 4 week program

    A specific package recommendation will be made after an initial consult. Quoted price may change for more complex behavioral modification cases.

  • Graduates of any of our training programs will get exclusive access to:

    • In-home boarding

    • Adventure hikes

    • One-off day trains or private sessions

    We are also available via text during and after your dog’s retreat - and we encourage you to reach out for any reason to ensure your confidence and address any concerns as they arise.

  • It’s important to note that any type of training we provide is intended to be integrated into your everyday lifestyle, and must be reinforced regularly in order to maintain your dog’s progress long-term.