Dog Training With Eric

Training begins with a personalized assessment of the dog’s environment and behavior. The Pack Leader approach emphasizes structured walks to establish leadership, followed by commands like sit/stay, leave-it, drop-it, and come. Training progresses with increasing distractions to build self-control. Owner involvement is required in private sessions; the Play and Train Program allows owners to receive updates monthly while Eric handles daily training. Programs are tailored to the dog’s energy, temperament, and goals, with no fixed timeline—progress is based on the dog’s readiness.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons are offered in 4-class packages: $800 for the starter package (includes equipment), or $650 for an additional 4-class package. Puppy 101 Class is $200. The Play and Train Program offers 1-day ($400), 2-day ($750), or 3-day ($1000) per week in-home training with monthly owner check-ins. Training duration varies by dog: 4–6 classes for adults, 6–12 for puppies.

Eric The Dog Trainer is a Denver-based dog training professional who specializes in helping dog owners build clear, loving, and respectful relationships with their dogs using the Pack Leader approach. He focuses on training the owner as much as the dog, emphasizing communication, consistency, and calm assertive leadership. Services include private in-home sessions, puppy classes, basic obedience training, behavioral modification, and a Canine Good Citizen program. He offers tailored training plans for puppies under 6 months and adult dogs 6+ months, with options for hands-on owner involvement or a hands-off Play and Train program where Eric trains the dog at home and meets monthly with the owner. His methods avoid reliance on treats, instead using voice, energy, and structure to teach self-control and obedience.

Eric serves the Denver Metro area including Highlands Ranch, Cherry Hills Village, Castle Rock, Centennial, Littleton, Englewood, DTC, and Castle Pines. He works with dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, and has experience with high-energy breeds like German Shepherds and large dogs. His clients report significant improvements in leash behavior, reactivity, aggression, and overall calmness in their dogs after completing his programs.

Accomplishments

Eric is certified in the Pack Leader approach and has successfully trained dogs across the Denver Metro area, including highly reactive German Shepherds and older rescue dogs. Clients report transformative results in behavior, including off-leash reliability, reduced aggression, and improved calmness in public settings.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients contact Eric to schedule an initial private session, during which goals are discussed, the dog’s behavior is observed in its environment, and a customized training plan is developed. Equipment recommendations and a training schedule are provided at the first visit.