About Everydog Basics
Our Mission
At Everydog Basics, we strive to help families build safer, more enjoyable lives with their dogs through simple, effective basic dog training rooted in trust, consistency, and compassion. Our private training sessions focus on ensuring that every dog has the opportunity to become a well-mannered member of the family, including essential puppy training for the youngest members.
Discover the Joy of Pet Training with Everydog Basics
All Services Begin with a Free In-Home Consultation
Before we start any basic dog training, I’ll come meet your dog, hear your concerns, and help you choose the best path forward — whether that's private training sessions or puppy training — no pressure, no cost. Just a chance to start with trust.
Private Training Sessions
1-on-1 coaching with you and your dog — in your home or a familiar setting, perfect for basic dog training.
What’s Included:
A customized training plan based on your dog’s behavior and your goals, focusing on puppy training as needed.
1-hour private training sessions twice weekly (typically 5 weeks depending on need).
Homework handouts to keep progress going between visits.
Direct messaging access for questions in between sessions.
Follow-up progress check after 5 sessions.
Best for: leash pulling, jumping, door manners, general obedience, and building calm.
Board & Train
You drop off your dog — I lay the groundwork for basic dog training. Then I teach you how to keep it going with private training sessions.
What’s Included:
- 4 week training stay with structured daily sessions
- Daily socialization, crate time, impulse control, and calm exposure
- Regular updates or videos so you can track progress
- Includes a go-home session and 1 follow-up session
- 30 days of post-program support via text/email
Best for: dogs needing a stronger reset, busy families, or foundational manners, including effective puppy training.
Single Session
Not sure what kind of help you need? Start here.
What’s Included:
75-minute behavior assessment and adjustment in-person
Discussion of current habits, triggers, and goals
Honest recommendation of the best training path (even if it’s not with us)
Optional same-day upgrade to private training sessions
Best for: unsure owners, first-time dog parents, or new rescues needing basic dog training or puppy training.
Puppy Training
Experience 3 private training sessions across 3 days — start smart, build trust, and set your pup up for success with basic dog training techniques.
What’s Included:
- 3 in-home sessions (around a 10 day window)
- House training guidance, crate comfort, and early socialization tips
- Important tips and tricks for successful dog ownership
- Intro to name recognition, recall, sit, down, and “leave it”
- Solutions for puppy biting, chewing, and jumping
- Early exposure to calm leash walking and polite behavior
- Printed puppy prep checklist and daily homework plan
Best for: puppies 8–16 weeks