Raise the Woof Dog Training

All new clients begin with a 90-minute initial consultation to assess behavior, set goals, and receive immediate action steps. Training continues with 60-minute sessions tailored to the dog’s needs, including puppy training, adolescent/adult manners, fear/aggression modification, and rescue support. Programs are ongoing and customized, with written behavior plans provided for complex cases. Virtual training is available for those outside the service area or for dogs with fear/aggression issues. Puppy prep is a 60-minute virtual session to prepare homes before a puppy arrives.

Pricing Summary

Initial consultation: $350 (90 minutes). Individual sessions: $225 (60 minutes). Packages: 3 sessions for $650, 6 sessions for $1,250. Puppy training program: $225. Virtual puppy prep: not priced separately but available as a service. All packages expire 6 months after purchase. Discounted initial consultations available for new rescues from approved 501c3 shelters.

Policies

Package sessions expire 6 months after purchase. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

Raise the Woof Dog Training is a New York City-based dog training business offering private, personalized training services for dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors. They specialize in ethical, science-based methods rooted in positive reinforcement and fear-free techniques, helping owners build strong, joyful relationships with their dogs. Their team includes certified professionals with extensive experience in behavior modification, puppy socialization, and complex issues like fear and aggression. They offer in-home and virtual training options, with a strong focus on supporting city-dwelling dog owners facing unique urban challenges. They also provide specialized services for new rescues, blind/deaf/senior dogs, and offer puppy prep sessions to prepare homes before a puppy arrives. Their trainers are deeply involved in the local animal welfare community, with some having worked with Animal Care Centers of NYC. They pride themselves on being non-judgmental, communicative, and client-centered, likening their role to a mix of personal trainer and family therapist for dogs and their humans.

In addition to training, they offer dog sitting services through Noa Gurvis, who provides in-home care for dogs with various behavioral needs, including separation distress. They do not offer boarding, grooming, or daycare services.

Their approach emphasizes immediate, practical steps for behavior improvement and long-term training plans tailored to each dog’s individual history and environment.

Accomplishments

Justis Bolding, founder, is a CPDT-KA and FPPE with 15+ years of experience since 2005. Malia Stevens-Sandler is a CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, and FDM™ with expertise in aggression and behavior, having completed advanced courses with Michael Shikashio and Kim Brophy. She is a former consulting trainer for Animal Care Centers of NYC and a 4x adopter. Keri Siry is a CTC and FDM, one of the first graduates of the Academy for Dog Trainers in 2001, with over 25 years of experience. Noa Gurvis has 15+ years of dog sitting experience and specializes in behavior-sensitive care.

How to Get Started!

All new clients must begin with a 90-minute initial consultation to assess behavior and set goals. This consultation includes immediate steps for behavior improvement and a written behavior plan for complex cases. Clients can schedule this consultation via the contact page.