NH Dog Training

Training programs are fully customized to each dog and owner, using behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques conducted in the home environment. Sessions are step-by-step, with clear instructions for owners to continue progress between visits. Programs include initial assessments, ongoing weekly sessions, and follow-up support. Dog walking services include scheduled walks with daily photo updates and health/behavior notes.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact the business directly for customized quotes based on training needs, session frequency, and service type (training vs. walking).

Policies

Responses to inquiries are acknowledged within 24–48 hours. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website, but client testimonials indicate flexibility and responsiveness to scheduling changes.

NH Dog Training is a certified, professional, and insured dog training and dog walking business based in Amherst, New Hampshire, serving southern NH within approximately 30 miles of the area. Founded in 2013 by Chris St. Lawrence, the business specializes in in-home dog training with a focus on behavior modification and positive reinforcement, particularly for dogs exhibiting aggressive, fearful, or reactive behaviors. Chris has over 18 years of experience working with a wide range of animals, including marine mammals, dogs, cats, and exotic birds, bringing a compassionate, science-based approach to every client. In addition to training, NH Dog Training offers reliable dog walking and pet sitting services, with daily photo updates and personalized care tailored to each pet’s needs. The business is recommended by veterinarians, groomers, and other pet professionals, and operates as a judgment-free zone with an emphasis on building trust and positive relationships between pets and their owners.

Clients appreciate Chris’s calm, patient demeanor and his ability to work with dogs of all ages and backgrounds, including rescue dogs with trauma, senior pets, and large or high-energy breeds. Training is conducted in the dog’s home environment to ensure real-world results, and owners are actively involved in the process to reinforce progress. The business also provides ongoing support, quick responses to questions, and flexible scheduling to accommodate busy lifestyles.

Accomplishments

Chris St. Lawrence has over 18 years of professional animal training experience, including working as a marine mammal trainer at Sea Life Park Hawaii, Miami Seaquarium, and Mystic Aquarium. He has trained thousands of animals, including dolphins, whales, sea lions, and exotic birds, before transitioning to dog training in 2013. He is recommended by veterinarians and pet professionals across southern New Hampshire.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact NH Dog Training via phone or email to schedule an initial consultation. Chris will assess the dog’s behavior in the home environment and develop a customized training or care plan tailored to the dog’s needs and the owner’s goals.