Private lessons are offered to people who cannot attend classes for various reasons. Such reasons may be as follows:
1. The owner has other commitments during class times
2. The dog or owner requires more individual attention
3. The dog has social problems and cannot be in a class with other dogs
4. The dog cannot cope with the training environment (too many distractions)
5. The dog has had no prior training and is over the age limit for puppy class ( a minimum of one private lesson is required before such a dog may join the intermediate class) *
Private lessons are usually 45 - 60 minutes long and may be conducted in your own home or at another suitable venue.
Please note that private lessons are intended to teach basic obedience and handling techniques and not to address specific behavioural problems. If you need help with behavioural problems, please see “Consultations”.
Currently due to time constraints I am personally not able to do private lessons on an ongoing basis. If you would prefer private lessons and are unable or do not wish to attend classes I can refer you to one of my assistants.
*In order to accomodate new adult dogs with no prior training into the intermediate class, I am currently running introductory lessons on the last Saturday of every month. This introductory lesson has a maximum of 4 dogs per class and gives me a chance to explain all the basics to new clients and to assess how the dog will cope in a class. It also gives the owner a chance to ask questions and ensure that they are comfortable and confident when they attend class for the first time.
Fees for private lessons:
Noordhoek - Scarborough: R200 per lesson.
Muizenberg to Constantia: R300 per lesson.