Help for your dog’s behavior problem is just a click away. When you work with us, you’ll have over 30 years of combined experience behind you. We’ve developed behavior modification programs based on what we’ve learned works best and is most effective over the years. We have a whole team ready to help you solve problems and get you some much-needed relief. After all, we’re in the business of creating happier dogs and happier humans.

During these training programs, you’ll get practical solutions that get real results, in addition to peace-of-mind, sanity and a big sigh of relief. We use science- and reward-based methods to solve behavior problems, and we’ve got the credentials and experience to back it up.

Dog Behavior Problems & Private Training Packages

Each private training package includes:

  • An initial 60 minute consultation get you help ASAP – either in-person at our facility or virtually, you choose!
  • Two to four hours of additional hours of support with your dog for the duration of your package, broken up into 30 or 60 minute sessions depending on the package.
  • The option to utilize in-person and/or virtual sessions to maximize your support hours and your success
  • Written materials, handouts, goal-setting notes and video review, as necessary
  • A training plan that makes sense, is humane and effective, fits with your lifestyle and that you’ll feel comfortable and confident doing (our job is to decrease your stress, not throw you into the lion’s den!)
  • We do not use aversive methods. This means we will not correct your dog, ask you to use a pronged collar, choke chain or shock collar. In fact, we do not allow these on the premises and enjoy helping folks figure out what gear works best for them. Always be sure to ask your prospective trainer about methodology. What happens if they get it wrong? What happens if they get it right?
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Fear, Aggression & Anxiety Package | Initial Consultation + Hours of Private Support

$745

CHOOSE THIS OPTION IF:
Your dog is generally anxious, aggressive, fearful or aggressive towards people, their own shadow, other dogs – you name it.
They can have one trigger or many, we’re here to help!

This package is especially important to choose if your dog has more than one behavior issue or concern, or if it’s severe (like they can’t function outside of your house, are debilitated by anxiety, are very reactive or aggressive towards dogs or people, etc).

WHEN
Session availability will depend on which instructor you work with. In general, we have availability on Monday thru Thursday between 10am and 3pm, some Wednesday evenings and some weekends.

WHERE
Happy Dog Institute Headquarters
7924 Sweet Iron Ct SE, Suite 109, Olympia WA 98501

SESSION STRUCTURE
Usually, your sessions will go like this:
-Session 1: 60 Minute Initial Consult at our facility (or you can choose virtually if it’s a human fear and aggression case)
-Session 2: 60 Minute follow-up session
-Session 3 and beyond: 30 minute follow-up sessions

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Basic Manners, House Training or Puppy Raising Private Package | Four Hours of Private Support

$595

CHOOSE THIS OPTION IF:
-Your dog has one specific pesky issue like house training, poor recall, pulling on the leash, needs help with crate training, is jumping on other people, etc.

-If you are looking for a group class alternative for manners and obedience or puppy support and socialization. If you need help problem solving puppy issues, adolescent dog problems (are they blowing you off all of the sudden?), or other adult dog training support.

-You are overwhelmed with your new dog or puppy and need help developing a schedule, routine, helping them settle in, etc.

-Your dogs are struggling to get along with each other/fighting in the same household.
-You need help integrating a new dog into your home.

-You want some strategies to help your dog tolerate husbandry, handling, grooming or vet visits.

-Your dog is starting to show signs of some anxiety that hasn’t fully progressed yet.

-You want to learn a sport privately like Agility, Scent Work, etc.

WHEN
Session availability will depend on which instructor you work with. In general, we have availability on Monday thru Thursday between 10am and 3pm, some Wednesday evenings and some weekends.

WHERE
Happy Dog Institute Headquarters
7924 Sweet Iron Ct SE, Suite 109, Olympia WA 98501

SESSION STRUCTURE
Usually, your sessions will go like this:
-Session 1: 60 Minute Initial Consult
-Session 2 and beyond: 30 minute follow-up sessions, either at our facility or (sometimes) offsite field trips

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Kick Starter Package | Three Hours of Private Support

$495

CHOOSE THIS OPTION IF:
-You’re not sure what package to choose, or none of the ones we have resonate with you or sound like they quite fit.
-You need some support before your group class starts (like Chaotic Canine).
-You are currently signed up for group class and would like some one-on-one support at the same time for a specific issue

WHEN
Session availability will depend on which instructor you work with. In general, we have availability on Monday thru Thursday between 10am and 3pm, some Wednesday evenings and some weekends.

WHERE
Happy Dog Institute Headquarters
7924 Sweet Iron Ct SE, Suite 109, Olympia WA 98501

SESSION STRUCTURE
Usually, your sessions for this package will go like this:
Session 1: 60 Minute Initial Consult
Session 2 and beyond: 30 Minute follow-up sessions