New Paltz Dog Training & Canine Adventures
Service area: Serves New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas in Ulster County.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training programs include group and private lessons, day school with socialization, and board and train options. Programs are tailored to individual dogs and owners, with a focus on behavior modification and strengthening the human-canine bond. Socialization and exercise are integrated into day school and boarding services.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details not specified. Discounts available for veterans, active military, and emergency first responders.
Testimonials
My dogs have been going for 4 years now. Valerie is knowledgeable, patient and cares about your relationship with your dog the most. All 3 of my rescues train here and the center has been an integral part of building a healthy pack for my family.
– Anonymous
Valerie has been working with both of our dogs for the past several years – since they were puppies. She’s an amazing trainer and has an instinctive connection with dogs in general. She specializes in helping dogs with behavioral issues and uses a variety of effective techniques that she adapts to the needs of individual dogs and their owners. She and all of her staff are incredibly caring and we never worry about how our dogs fare when we board them at the New Paltz Dog Training Center. We can’t recommend them highly enough!
– Anonymous
Valerie Erwin is a truly gifted trainer. She has taught us many things that have helped to build and strengthen the relationship with our dog. Our home is so much more peaceful since we started working with Valerie! I would highly recommend New Paltz Dog Training & Canine Adventures for anyone who is looking to have a dog who is not just a pet but is a partner too.
– Anonymous
About the Trainer
New Paltz Dog Training & Canine Adventures is a dog training business led by Valerie Erwin, focused on building strong human-canine relationships through personalized training. They offer group lessons, private lessons, board and train programs, behavior consulting, socialization classes, and day school with supervised socialization. The business also provides pet boarding services. Valerie specializes in helping dogs with behavioral issues using adaptable, individualized techniques that prioritize the bond between owner and dog. The team is known for their caring approach, with clients trusting them to care for their dogs during boarding. Discounts are available for veterans, active military, and emergency first responders.
Clients highlight Valerie’s patience, deep knowledge of dog behavior, and ability to work with rescues and difficult dogs. The training emphasizes partnership over mere obedience, helping families create peaceful, connected homes with their dogs.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can engage through initial consultations or by enrolling in group or private lessons. The process emphasizes listening to the owner’s concerns and assessing the dog’s needs to create a personalized training plan.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 8am-5pm
Tuesday: 8am-5pm
Wednesday: 8am-5pm
Thursday: 8am-5pm
Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Dog day care center
Location
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