Golden Hour Dog Training

Training begins with a 90-minute in-home or virtual consultation to assess the dog’s history and set goals. Clients then choose from Basic Training (for puppies 8-20 weeks or dogs 5+ months) or Behavior Modification services. Lessons are conducted privately in the home or virtually, with hands-on guidance for owners. Each session includes a customized plan, follow-up task lists, and optional virtual or phone check-ins. Group classes are offered for basic obedience and socialization. Paws for Safety is a separate educational workshop for children.

Pricing Summary

Initial 90-minute consultation: $130. Private Basic Training lessons: $150 each; Behavior Modification: $170 each. Packages include 3, 5, or 8 lessons at discounted rates (e.g., 5 Basic Training lessons: $720; 5 Behavior Modification lessons: $800). Puppy and Manners & More packages include emailed task lists, virtual check-ins, and a special gift. All packages require a prior consultation.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated. All training requires a mandatory consultation before scheduling lessons. Packages include ongoing support via email and virtual check-ins.

Golden Hour Dog Training is a locally owned dog training business led by Emily, a CCDT-certified trainer based in Upstate New York. She offers private in-home and virtual training sessions focused on positive reinforcement techniques using treats, praise, and play to build trust and joy in the dog-owner relationship. Services include Basic Training for puppies and adult dogs, Behavior Modification for issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and resource guarding, and Group Classes. Emily also provides the Paws for Safety workshop, an engaging dog safety education program for children. Her training approach emphasizes hands-on guidance, personalized lesson plans, and ongoing support through emailed task lists and virtual check-ins. She is passionate about helping families strengthen their bond with their dogs while promoting safe, humane training practices.

Emily holds a Masters Certificate from the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and is actively pursuing her CCPDT certification. She has professional experience as an Adoption Counselor at the San Diego Humane Society, where she conducted behavioral assessments and educated adopters. Her training philosophy is rooted in understanding dog psychology and communication, inspired by her own dogs and years of hands-on experience.

Golden Hour serves Central Square, Parish, Brewerton, West Monroe, and Pennellville, with virtual options available for clients outside the area. All training begins with a required 90-minute in-home or virtual consultation to assess the dog’s history and tailor a plan to the owner’s goals.

Accomplishments

Emily is a CCDT-certified trainer, having graduated with distinction from the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy Masters Class Program in June 2024. She completed a hands-on mentorship with an experienced positive reinforcement trainer and has professional experience as an Adoption Counselor at the San Diego Humane Society, where she conducted behavioral assessments. She is actively pursuing her CCPDT certification and regularly attends training seminars.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must first book a 90-minute in-home or virtual consultation to discuss the dog’s history, training goals, and behavior concerns. This consultation is required before any training lessons can begin. Booking is done through the provided scheduling link.