Auntie El’s Doghouse. Dog training and pet sitting

Training is customized based on the dog’s needs, owner goals, and lifestyle, with options for one-time sessions or ongoing weekly classes. Training focuses on behavior modification, obedience, and foundational skills using positive reinforcement. Clients are guided through consistent at-home practices to reinforce progress. A meet-and-greet is required before starting any service.

Pricing Summary

Dog training pricing ranges from $150 to $850 based on custom needs; drop-ins start at $30 (discounts for multiple visits); sleepovers are $90/night; live-in care is $120/day; pet taxi is $20 per trip plus $1 per extra mile or $15 per 15-minute increment beyond 20 minutes; poop pickup is $35/hour with 1-hour minimum. Payments are due before service via Venmo.

Policies

New clients require 48–72 hours’ notice for booking; current clients need 24–48 hours’ notice. A meet-and-greet is mandatory before services begin. Payments are due before scheduled visits. Keys are accepted at the client’s own risk. Emergency response protocols are in place for medical situations.

Auntie El’s Doghouse is a dog training and pet sitting business based in Richfield, UT, led by Danielle (El) Peterson, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and graduate of the Catch Academy in dog behavior modification. The business provides in-home dog training services tailored to individual needs, with options for one-time classes or ongoing weekly courses. In addition to training, they offer pet sitting services including drop-ins, sleepovers, live-in care, pet taxi services, medication administration, and poop pickup—all performed in the client’s home to ensure comfort and safety for pets. Danielle is certified in Pet CPR and First Aid, insured, bonded, and a member of Pet Care Works, emphasizing safety and professionalism. Her approach combines positive reinforcement with a deep understanding of dog behavior, and she works with all dog types, ages, and special needs, including aggressive, anxious, or elderly dogs.

Clients appreciate the personalized attention, timely updates, and the fact that services are provided in the familiar home environment, reducing stress for pets. Danielle’s background as a dog mom, artist, and former marketing consultant brings both heart and expertise to her work, and she has been serving pets since 2018, with her current business launched in late 2023.

Accomplishments

Danielle Peterson is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), graduate of the Catch Academy in dog behavior modification, and certified in Pet CPR and First Aid. She has over 5 years of professional pet care experience since 2018 and is insured, bonded, and a member of Pet Care Works.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a phone call to discuss needs and schedule a meet-and-greet. After the initial conversation, clients can book training, pet sitting, or taxi services through online booking links or by phone. A customized plan is created based on the dog’s behavior, home environment, and owner goals.