Private Dog Training in Truckee & North Lake Tahoe
More than good manners. More freedom together.
Pawsitopia offers private, force-free dog training in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe. I use reward-based methods and develop practical training plans around your dog's needs, your goals, and everyday life.
Maybe your dog struggles with leash manners, has a hard time navigating distractions, or feels overwhelmed around other dogs. Perhaps you'd simply like to build better communication, develop new skills, and feel more confident bringing your dog along for life's adventures. Whatever brings you to training, my goal is to help you and your dog build the skills and confidence to enjoy more of life together.
Why Choose Pawsitopia?
Force-Free Training That Builds Trust
I use positive reinforcement to help you understand your dog, build better communication, and strengthen your relationship without fear or intimidation.
Personalized Support for You and Your Dog
Every dog and every family is different. I take your dog's needs and your goals into consideration, helping you work through challenges and find solutions that fit your life together.
Real-Life Skills for Real-Life Adventures
From navigating distractions to feeling more confident out in the world, I help you build the skills you need to include your dog in more of the things you love to do.
A Trainer Who Understands the Tahoe Lifestyle
Living in Tahoe means trails, fresh air, and adventures. I help you and your dog make the most of it, whether that means building confidence on your outings or finding enriching ways for your dog to explore.
Experience You Can Trust
With years of experience working with dogs and their people, I bring a thoughtful, force-free approach to helping you understand your dog, work through challenges, and build a relationship that lets you enjoy more of life together.
Training Programs
Every dog is different, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach to training. I offer two ways to work together, depending on your goals, your dog's needs, and how involved you'd like to be in the training process.
Client Consult
Required for all new training clients | $200
Before we jump into training, we'll start with a 60–90 minute consultation at your home. This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, talk through your dog's behavior and your goals, and figure out the best way forward for you and your dog.
You'll leave with:
A better understanding of your dog's behavior and what's driving it
Practical management strategies to help navigate current challenges
Ideas for enrichment and ways to meet your dog's needs
An overview of the training approach I recommend and how we'll work toward your goals
A clear recommendation for the training program that best fits you and your dog
Coaching
Learn to communicate with your dog, build trust, and enjoy more of life together.
$150 per session | $420 for 3 sessions | $840 for 6 sessions | $1,350 for 10 sessions
Coaching is for people who want to take an active role in their dog's training and develop the skills and confidence to navigate life together.
We'll work one-on-one, either in your home or out in the real world, focusing on the behaviors and challenges that matter most to you and your dog. I'll guide you through teaching new skills, understanding your dog's behavior, and using positive reinforcement to help your dog succeed.
Between sessions, you'll practice together and build on what we've worked on. I'll provide guidance and feedback along the way, helping you develop the skills and confidence to bring your dog along for more of life's adventures.
Best for: People who want to learn how to train their own dogs, strengthen their relationship, and become more confident and capable partners.
Training Walks
Professional training and real-world experience to help your dog become their best self.
Training Walks provide your dog with consistent, one-on-one time with a professional, force-free trainer. Rather than simply going for a walk, we'll work on the skills and behaviors that will help your dog feel more confident, capable, and comfortable in the world.
During our one-hour sessions, I'll work directly with your dog in real-life environments, focusing on goals such as leash skills, engagement, confidence around distractions, and navigating everyday experiences more comfortably. Each session builds on the last, with training based on your dog's individual needs, personality, and progress.
Training is an ongoing process, and these walks are designed to provide consistency over time. A minimum commitment of one scheduled walk per week is required, with two walks per week recommended for dogs who would benefit from more frequent practice.
You'll receive updates on what we're working on, the progress your dog is making, and the skills they're developing. Each package also includes Progress Walks, giving you an opportunity to join us and experience your dog's developing skills firsthand.
Best for: Dogs who would benefit from regular, hands-on training support to build skills, confidence, and comfort in everyday environments.
Training Walk Packages
All sessions are one hour long.
6-Session Package | $875
5 one-on-one Training Walks
1 Progress Walk with you and your dog
Progress updates throughout
Ongoing training goals and adjustments
10-Session Package | $1,450
8 one-on-one Training Walks
2 Progress Walks with you and your dog
Progress updates throughout
Ongoing training goals and adjustments
Packages are prepaid and include a minimum commitment of one scheduled session per week.
6-session packages must be used within 8 weeks.
10-session packages must be used within 14 weeks.
Progress Walks
Join us for a walk and see your dog's skills in action! These sessions give you an opportunity to experience what we've been working on together and see your dog's progress firsthand.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're looking to build a stronger relationship with your dog, work through challenging behaviors, or help your dog feel more confident out in the world, I'd love to help.
Let's work toward more confidence, more freedom, and more adventures together.
Neighborhoods Serviced For Private Training
-Glenshire
-Olympic Heights
-Prosser
-Tahoe Donner
-Donner Lake
-Downtown Truckee
-Armstrong
-Sierra Meadows
-Gray’s Crossing
-Martis Camp
-Lahonton
-Northstar
-Tahoe Vista
-Kings Beach
-Carnelian Bay
-Doller Point
-Tahoe City
-Palisades