The Dog Human Alliance
Ranked #7 in Manhattan and #35 in New York
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Day Training
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
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
The Dog Human Alliance offers general dog training for foundational skills, leash and recall training, and other specific goals for dogs of any age. Puppy training focuses on positive reinforcement, socialization, and bite inhibition during the unique socialization window, with private in-home options. Leash reactivity training identifies underlying causes like anxiety, fear, or frustration to help dogs change emotions and reduce lunging/barking.
Specialized programs include ‘Babies, Kids, and Dogs’ to foster safe relationships between pets and children, and ‘Dogs and Cats’ to help different species live peacefully together. The ‘Baby Prep Bundle’ is a 3-session virtual program for parents planning to welcome a new child, covering preparation and safety recommendations. Solo sessions (day training) are available where the trainer works with the dog to advance progress, followed by a joint session to transfer skills.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Initial Virtual Consultation: 30 minutes, $40. In-Person Sessions (60 minutes): 1 Session: $170, 2 Session Package: $330, 3 Session Package: $480, 4 Session Package: $620. Virtual Sessions (45 minutes): 1 Session: $90, 2 Session Package: $170, 3 Session Package: $240, 4 Session Package: $320. Solo Sessions (Dog and Trainer only, 45 minutes): 1 Session: $100. Baby Prep Bundle (3 virtual sessions): $325. Some in-person sessions may require an added transportation fee. Indoor sessions are available for vaccinated clients only.
Testimonials
“Alison was amazing in supporting us during the most overwhelming puppyhood months and helping us set the foundation for our puppy to succeed! We’re very grateful for Alison and the Dog Human Alliance.”
– Remy and humans
“Alison is an incredibly knowledgeable, creative, caring coach for both dog and human! Working with her made such a difference for us with our furry friend. Recommend very very highly!”
– Moochie and humans
“As a mom to a labradoodle and 16 month old human, meal times used to be challenging, until I worked with Alison… Soooooooo helpful to talk through my own not so productive dog-mom behaviors. I can now eat with my family and play with my kiddo with the dog nearby, but not barking for attention. Alison was clear, supportive and incredibly well informed.”
– Hudson and humans
About the Trainer
The Dog Human Alliance (DHA) offers in-person and virtual dog training services, focusing on building partnership between dogs and their humans through education and positive reward techniques. They emphasize communication, trust, and love in the dog-human relationship, helping dogs thrive in a human world.
The trainer, Alison, is CPDT-KA certified and a Family Paws educator, adhering to the Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) standard and using scientifically-backed practices. DHA works with dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, and addresses a variety of training goals.
These goals include foundational training, leash and recall training, puppy socialization, bite inhibition, leash reactivity, and fostering safe relationships between dogs and children or cats. The business was founded by Alison, who has a lifelong love of dogs, stemming from her family raising Seeing Eye puppies and her own experience fostering and training a reactive dog using positive reinforcement.
Accomplishments
The trainer, Alison, is a CPDT-KA certified trainer and a Family Paws educator. She completed a year-long dog training apprenticeship in NYC and earned her CPDT-KA certification.
Her professional background includes working in microfinance in China, startups in Beijing, NYC, and Philadelphia, and corporate consulting across the US, applying lessons learned to facilitate healthier dog-human relationships. Her lifelong love of dogs stems from her family raising Seeing Eye puppies and her personal experience training a reactive foster dog.
How to Get Started!
Currently, The Dog Human Alliance is not taking new clients, but interested individuals can sign up for a waitlist by filling out a consultation form or emailing Alison@doghumanalliance.com. The first step for new clients is a 30-minute virtual initial consultation for $40.
During this consult, the trainer discusses the dog’s background and partnership goals, provides initial training tips, and recommends suitable sessions or packages. After submitting the form, clients receive an email to self-schedule the consult and complete payment.
