At Alpha Paws, we specialize in in-home dog training consultations that offer personalized, one-on-one guidance for both you and your dog. Unlike group classes that rely on generalized instruction, our private, in-home training model allows for focused attention in your dog’s natural environment: your home.
Whether you’re raising a new puppy, dealing with a stubborn behaviour, or looking for practical obedience training that fits into your schedule, our in-home consultations offer effective, real-world solutions. We work directly with families across York Region, including Aurora, Newmarket, and East Gwillimbury, to help dogs become well-behaved, respectful companions.
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In-home dog training is a hands-on, customized approach to training that takes place in the environment where your dog spends the most time. It is designed to help your dog learn behaviours and routines in real-life situations, rather than in an artificial classroom setting. This format makes training more relatable for your dog and easier for you to maintain consistency.
This method is ideal for:
A typical session includes observation, assessment, and hands-on training, all within your home or nearby neighbourhood. Whether you’re dealing with barking at the window, leash pulling on your street, or anxiety in the backyard, in-home canine training allows us to address the problem exactly where it occurs.
Dogs, like people, behave differently depending on their surroundings. A dog that listens well at a training centre might become distracted, reactive, or disobedient at home. That is why training in the dog’s home environment allows us to address behaviours in context.
For example:
This targeted approach makes dog training at home more effective and long-lasting, as it builds habits in the actual places and situations your dog experiences daily.
While group classes have some advantages, they are not always the best fit, especially for dogs who are anxious, easily distracted, or dealing with more serious behavioural concerns. Private dog training gives you full access to a professional trainer who works at your dog’s pace and focuses entirely on your goals.
In group classes:
With personal dog training at home, you get:
Many families begin with in-home puppy training and continue with more advanced sessions, including off-leash work or behavioural problem-solving.
Our in-home consultations are designed to address a wide range of behavioural and training concerns in a natural, distraction-free setting. Whether you have a new puppy or an adult dog, we can help with:
These sessions are especially useful for puppy training at home, where early structure and consistency help prevent future behavioural problems. If you’re already experiencing challenges, we’ll help you get help with these behaviours at home, using simple and effective methods to correct them, often with noticeable improvements after just one session.
For puppies needing structure, our Puppy Preschool program complements in-home work well. Additionally, we offer off-leash training once foundational obedience is in place.
Alpha Paws was founded in 2001 by Peter Brown, a professional dog trainer with over two decades of hands-on experience working with both domestic dogs and wild canines such as wolves. This deep understanding of canine psychology is the foundation of every training session we offer.
Our philosophy is rooted in natural training methods, not food-based bribery. We focus on teaching dogs to respect their owner’s leadership, using communication patterns that are instinctive to them.
Why families across York Region choose Alpha Paws:
We believe that long-term success in dog training starts with understanding how your dog thinks. Our trainers help you connect, communicate, and create lasting changes through respectful leadership.
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Yes. One of the most common requests we receive is help with potty training. Whether it's a young puppy or an older dog with accidents, we provide practical, structured solutions for in-house training and routine building.
We provide in-home dog training services across York Region, including Aurora, Newmarket, East Gwillimbury, and surrounding communities.
Yes. Many of our clients begin with in-home puppy training and continue with additional support for advanced obedience, off-leash training, or addressing specific behaviour problems as they arise. We offer flexible packages based on your progress and goals.
Booking your first in-home dog training consultation is simple. During this session, we evaluate your dog’s current behaviour, ask about your goals and challenges, and then demonstrate immediate strategies that work. We’ll also outline a training plan tailored to your dog and your household.
You’ll receive:
Cost: $119.99 + HST
Duration: 1 hour
Availability: Weekdays and weekends, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Call: 905-830-9500 or toll-free 1-877-868-7297
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