Good Buddy Dog Training

Good Buddy Dog Training offers private, in-home sessions customized to each dog’s needs. Puppy training is a six-week program for dogs 10–20 weeks old, covering house training, nipping, chewing, and walk readiness. Adult dog training is a six-week program focusing on ten core obedience skills and individual behavioral issues. Training is delivered through one-on-one sessions in the client’s home, with emphasis on positive reinforcement and owner education. Clients are expected to practice daily (e.g., 5 minutes, 3 times per day) to reinforce skills.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not explicitly listed. Clients pay for private in-home sessions, with one client reporting a $850 fee for training that included materials and multiple sessions. No packages or rate sheets are published.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated. One client terminated training after one session due to a mismatch in communication style, indicating no formal refund policy is outlined.

Good Buddy Dog Training is a professional dog training service based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, offering private in-home training for puppies, adult dogs, and dogs with behavioral concerns such as leash pulling, reactivity, and minor aggression. The business, led by certified trainer Paul Falardeau CPDT-KA, uses only positive reinforcement methods to build a strong bond between dogs and their owners. Training is conducted in the client’s home to minimize stress and maximize learning in a familiar environment. The program includes customized obedience training for puppies (10–20 weeks) and adult dogs, with a focus on basic commands, potty training, recall, and managing unwanted behaviors. Paul has over four years of experience working with dogs and their families, and the business has received over 50 five-star Google reviews. Although currently not accepting new clients, they refer clients to former trainer Amy at Adobe Dogs Training for in-home services. They also offer an online dog training course via ClickBank as a recommended alternative.

The business emphasizes owner involvement, providing tools and guidance for daily practice outside sessions. They do not use shock collars, prong collars, or punitive methods. Training is tailored to individual needs, and Paul is known for his patience, respectfulness, and hands-on approach. The team also shares educational blogs on topics like dog eating habits, winter safety, and paw protection.

Good Buddy Dog Training serves clients in Rio Rancho, Albuquerque, Corrales, Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, and Placitas, New Mexico.

Accomplishments

Paul Falardeau is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) with over four years of experience. He began fostering dogs in 2014 and turned his passion into a full-time career. The business has over 50 five-star reviews on Google.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients were previously invited to schedule an in-home evaluation through the booking link. Currently, the business is not accepting new clients and instead refers them to former trainer Amy at Adobe Dogs Training or recommends an online course.