This program is perfect for new rescue dogs, shy puppies, or other dogs who would benefit from a boost in confidence. Covering management strategies to help your dog feel safe & fun training games to build optimism and resilience, Nervous Nellie will bring out your dog's inner spark and improve their quality of life.

Nervous Nellie

3 Lessons

Program Outline

Planning a routine to help an anxious dog feel safe by avoiding specific triggers.

How to calm your dog down when they're panicking.

Setting up a safe space.

How to show your dog that something they find scary is actually safe and fun.

Using shaping and trick training to build confidence.

Lifestyle changes to help anxious dogs.

Advocating for your dog.

Supportive strategies (thundershirts, Adaptil, medication, probiotics, music therapy etc) - an overview of what works and what doesn't.

How does private training work?

Our private training lessons can be held either in your own home, or out at a public location like a park.

Each lesson goes for one hour.

Appointments are available during the day on weekdays, or we offer after hours appointments with a $25 surcharge on weekday evenings.

For most programs we recommend one lesson per week, or we can adjust your schedule to whatever frequency suits best for you.

You're welcome to bring the whole family to your sessions, and we also provide homework sheets so anyone unable to attend can catch up.