Private Leash Training

Calm, connected walks without pulling, yanking, or stress

If your dog pulls, lunges, zigzags, or reacts to every distraction, even short outings can become exhausting.

If you’re feeling frustrated or avoiding walks altogether, you’ve got plenty of company. Loose-leash walking is a skill—and like any skill, it can be taught. With clear structure and thoughtful practice, walks can become calmer, safer, and far more enjoyable for both of you.

  • What We'll Work On

    • Building loose-leash foundations

    • Better leash-handling skills

    • Reducing pulling and zigzagging

    • Strengthening focus to navigate other people and dogs calmly

    • Managing surprises and challenging environments

    • Increasing safety and confidence on everyday walks

  • How It Works

    • Weekly 1-hour sessions, at your home

    • Skills start inside, then outside, then we can take them on the road

    • Ongoing support between lessons to help you succeed

  • The Details

    4 sessions for $600

    Leash reactivity may need additional sessions

    My leash-walking program includes training treats and pouch, plus a comfortable no-pull harness and specialty leash.

What Clients Say

  • “In just a few sessions, Lisa showed us how to better manage the leash and apply key techniques to focus on us rather than other dogs, which has significantly improved our walk experience.” — Helene

  • “She gave us a myriad of supplies and activities and games to help Tucker with his leash manners and polite greetings, as well as advice for his general happiness, and we really see a difference.” —Emma

  • “Our walks are much better. And she is not pulling much at all, just walking nicely on a loose leash.” —Susan

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