Certified In-Home Dog Training in NYC
Personalized, force-free training sessions in your apartment or neighborhood—solving behavior issues where they matter most.
Perfect for both reactive and non-reactive dogs.
Book In-Home TrainingServing Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Harlem, Hell's Kitchen, Chelsea, West Village & more.
Why In-Home Dog Training Works in NYC
- Personal focus One dog, one trainer, zero distractions.
- Real-life practice Training happens in your living room, hallway, elevator, or busy street—exactly where manners matter.
- Fits your schedule Evening and weekend sessions available for busy New Yorkers.
Is In-Home Training Right for You?
Great fit if you:
- Live in an apartment or condo in Manhattan.
- Want hands-on coaching with your dog in your real environment.
- Are dealing with day-to-day challenges like pulling, barking, or manners with guests.
- Want a science-based, force-free approach, not “quick fixes” based on punishment.
May not be the best fit if you:
- Need emergency support for a severe bite case that requires a veterinary behaviorist.
- Are looking for board-and-train where the dog leaves home for weeks.
- Prefer punishment-based tools (e-collars, prongs) over evidence-based training.
Behaviors We Fix
Leash pulling • Barking • Separation anxiety • Door dashing • Potty training • Reactivity • Aggression • Puppy basics • Jumping • Fear-based behaviors • Overarousal • Mouthiness
Puppy Training in NYC Apartments
Small space? No yard? No problem. I’ll show you how to crate-train, house-train, and build confidence in elevators, hallways, lobbies, and crowded sidewalks so your puppy grows into a calm, urban adult dog.
Meet Your Trainer
I’m Dr. Pepe Hernandez, Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience and CPDT-KA certified. I use compassionate, science-based methods only—no force, no fear, and no outdated punishment techniques.
How the Process Works
1. Reach out — Email or call and share what you’re experiencing (obedience issues, enrichment goals, or specific behavioral concerns).
2. Virtual or In-Home Assessment — I meet you and your dog, set clear goals, and begin training right away in your home environment.
3. Custom Training Plan — You’ll get step-by-step coaching and written homework after every visit, so you know exactly what to practice.
4. Progress Check & Support — We regularly adjust the plan as your dog improves. I’m available for questions between sessions.
Prices & Packages
Standard (Non-Reactive) Training Prices
These rates apply to dogs working on obedience, manners, puppy fundamentals, leash skills, and non-reactive behavior goals.
Single Session: $165
4-Pack: $615
8-Pack: $1225
Reactive Dog Training Prices
Reactive dogs require specialized behavior modification, threshold work, and structured support through our Reactive Resilience Therapy™ model.
Single Reactive Session: $185
4-Pack Reactive Training: $695
8-Pack Reactive Training: $1395
Success Stories
Scout struggled with intense separation anxiety, constant barking, and noise reactivity. Neighbors were leaving harassing notes, and his medication plan was outdated. His owner also had to travel frequently, which made everything harder.
“Scout is doing much better… NO BARKING when I leave.
Thank you for helping me get through an extremely stressful situation… I feel I can breathe and attempt to have a life now!!
– M
Luna had endless energy but zero way to channel it. Fetch was a meltdown — she’d sprint after the ball, drop it halfway, pace, grab it again, and then drop it behind her. No focus, no follow-through, and her people were exhausted trying to keep up. Walks and play sessions felt chaotic instead of fun.
“This week’s training made such a difference. She brings the ball right to us now. Indoors, she’s focused and patient — and outside on the long line she was unbelievable. She ran out, grabbed the ball, turned herself around, and placed it at our feet every single time. It felt like we finally had a way to enjoy her energy instead of battling it.”
– J
Where We Offer In-Home Dog Training
We focus on Manhattan neighborhoods where we can deliver consistent, high-quality in-home training and real-world practice.
Upper West Side
Leash skills in Riverside Park, lobby manners, and calm behavior in dog-friendly cafés.
Upper East Side
Central Park walks, elevator training, and confidence-building for puppies and new rescues.
Harlem & Morningside
Noise sensitivity, reactivity management, and structured walks near busy streets.
Hell’s Kitchen & Midtown West
City hustle resilience, leash reactivity, and polite behavior around heavy foot traffic.
Chelsea & West Village
Sidewalk etiquette, café settling, and recall around distractions.
Other Manhattan Areas
Additional Manhattan neighborhoods may be available—contact us for travel fees and availability.
In-Home Dog Training FAQ
Sessions last about 60 minutes. This gives us enough time to assess behavior, practice skills, and ensure you feel confident continuing between visits.
Yes. For clients outside our in-person range or with simpler training goals, we offer virtual consultations and follow-up coaching sessions by video.
Yes. Our Reactive Resilience Therapy™ program supports dogs who bark, lunge, or overreact to people, dogs, or noises. We’ll design a plan that is safe, humane, and realistic for NYC life.
Yes. Many clients have more than one dog. We may start with one dog at a time so each can learn without competition, then practice together when they’re ready.
A well-fitted harness or collar, a standard leash (no retractable leashes), and small, soft treats your dog enjoys. If you have a crate, playpen, or mat, we can incorporate those into training.
Please see our main policies page for full details on cancellations and rescheduling so we can best use your reserved time.
Ready to Start In-Home Dog Training in NYC?
Whether you’re raising a new puppy, tackling leash pulling, or navigating reactivity, we’ll build a plan that works in real New York City life.
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