Train Your Dog | Dog Training & Behavior

Train Your Dog offers three main program types: In-Home Private Dog Training Lessons, Dog & Puppy Home School, and Online Dog Training & Behavior Consulting. Private lessons are one-on-one coaching sessions conducted in the client’s home or public locations, tailored to specific needs and goals, and include a written training plan and email support.

The Dog & Puppy Home School program involves a certified trainer working independently with the dog 2-3 times a week in 45-minute sessions at home or in public, accelerating progress. This program also includes private lessons for skill transfer and a year of email/phone/Zoom support for guardians. Online training is conducted virtually via Zoom, utilizing videos, live coaching, and written resources, and is suitable for dogs who struggle with in-person training or for clients in remote areas.

Pricing Summary

Train Your Dog offers various pricing options for their services. Private in-person lessons start at $165 for an initial session, with bundles available: 2 lessons for $315, 4 lessons for $600, and 6 lessons for $800. Online consultations are $150 for an initial session, with follow-ups at $150/hour or $75/half hour, and bundles: 2 lessons for $275, 4 lessons for $525, and 6 lessons for $750.

The Dog & Puppy Home School program is $1500 for the Signature program (12 home school sessions, 3 private lessons), with single sessions at $115 and 4-session bundles at $360. Payment methods include cash, check, card, or Venmo for in-person services, and email invoices for virtual clients (due 24 hours prior). Payment plans are available via Afterpay or written agreement, and reduced rates are offered for financial assistance.

Policies

Train Your Dog does not guarantee specific behaviors or results, as it is considered unethical for certified dog trainers due to the nature of working with living creatures. They compare behavior change to nurturing a garden rather than fixing a broken car, aligning with the CCPDT code of conduct.

Train Your Dog is a dog training and behavior coaching business based in Bastrop, TX, also offering online services. They aim to empower dog and puppy guardians with positive dog training and behavior solutions, cultivating meaningful relationships between dogs and people through expert positive reinforcement and behavior consulting. Their services are personalized, sustainable, supportive, and fear-free, focusing on ethical, evidence-based methods that are constantly evolving with new research.

The business was founded by Megan Coleman, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, who was inspired to pursue a career in animal behavior after working with her own fearful and reactive German Shepherd. Train Your Dog is committed to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all clients, celebrating diversity and supporting various community rights and causes. They emphasize clear communication systems between dogs and owners, using reinforcement and environmental changes to modify behavior without aversive tools.

Accomplishments

Megan Coleman is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with over a decade of experience in animal behavior. Her journey began in 2011 after adopting a fearful and reactive German Shepherd, which led her to positive reinforcement training.

She spent six years in animal sheltering, starting at the Austin Humane Society in 2012 as an adoption counselor, then becoming the Lead Behavior and Enrichment Specialist where she developed comprehensive enrichment and behavior modification programs. Megan also managed the Bastrop Animal Shelter and served as a Behavior and Enrichment Specialist at Austin Animal Center, gaining extensive hands-on experience with a wide range of behavior challenges, including aggression, reactivity, fear, anxiety, and stress. She is also a Fear Free Certified Professional and a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can fill out an online registration form or book a free 15-minute Discovery Call to learn more about the services. The process typically begins with an initial lesson or consultation, which includes a training plan.