Red Pointy Dog Training

Red Pointy Dog Training offers private in-home and virtual sessions, group classes (including K9 Nose Work and trail manners), and self-paced online courses. Programs are structured around behavior modification and foundational obedience, with a focus on teaching owners how to train their dogs using positive reinforcement. They provide downloadable lesson plans, video demos, and printable resources. The “Distracted Dog Reset” is a free 3-skill mini-course delivered via email. Ongoing weekly training is encouraged for long-term success.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are directed to complete a New Client Form to receive a customized quote. Free mini-course and email guide available to new subscribers. Private and group sessions offered with varying package options.

Red Pointy Dog Training is a force-free, positive reinforcement-based dog training business founded by Jake and Louise Belmont, both certified professional dog trainers. They specialize in helping dog owners build stronger communication and relationships with their dogs through practical, fun, and science-backed methods. Services include private in-home sessions, group classes, virtual training, and on-demand online courses. They offer specialized programs for reactivity, leash pulling, separation anxiety, recall, and K9 Nose Work, with a strong focus on behavior modification for fearful, reactive, and overexcited dogs. Their team also provides enrichment tips like Sniffaris and food puzzles to enhance dogs’ mental and physical well-being. Both trainers are active members of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluators. They serve dog owners across southern New Hampshire and emphasize training the human as much as the dog.

They offer a free mini-course called “Distracted Dog Reset” to help dogs who bark, lunge, or pull on leash, and provide downloadable lesson plans, videos, and printable guides. Their approach is non-judgmental, supportive, and tailored to individual dogs and families, making them ideal for owners of puppies, adolescents, adults, and seniors, including breeds like Rottweilers, Corgis, Huskies, and Doodles.

Louise is also a Certified Nose Work Instructor, and the business actively promotes K9 Nose Work as a low-stress, confidence-building activity for reactive and shy dogs. They encourage ongoing learning through webinars, online courses, and community engagement, with a strong emphasis on ethical, reward-based training.

Accomplishments

Jake Belmont is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and professional member of APDT. Louise Belmont holds a B.S. in Applied Animal Science from UNH, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (Knowledge Assessed), Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and Certified Nose Work Instructor. Both have extensive experience working with shelter dogs and developing behavior rehabilitation programs at the NHSPCA and Lakes Region Humane Society.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must complete a New Client Form to schedule an initial consultation. After submission, the team reviews the information and reaches out to discuss goals and match the client with the appropriate service. A free “Distracted Dog Reset” mini-course is available to sign up for immediately while waiting to schedule a session.