SERVICES

VIDEO CONSULTATION - $65

All training starts with a 45 min video consult. During this chat, we’ll discuss the general issues you're having with your dog and your training goals, my approach to training, the importance of dog psychology, the tools I use, initial recommendations, PLUS we’ll start to get into specific training advice.

After your consultation is completed, you have the option to purchase in-person training sessions or do a virtual training package. From there, we can discuss if your dog is ready for group classes or if a Board & Train is a good option.

In-PERSON TRAINING PACKAGES

  • Available only after initial virtual consultation.

    This package is good for those getting started on their training journey. Regardless of what your overarching goals are, it’s important make sure certain foundations are in place in order to have lasting success with more difficult behaviors down the line.

    This package includes:

    • Six 1-hour in person sessions (at a discounted rate)

    • One 5.5 ft slip leash (Angie will bring to the first session)

    • Access to the SOMDOG client portal on Circle for 4 months which includes weekly office hours, video library, and more (valued at $27/month)

    • Access to Angie in between sessions via the video messaging app, Marco Polo

    • A PDF download of the "SOMDOG Training Guide to Living a Better Life with Your Dog" E-Book (20 pages jam packed full of dog training goodness)

    Though each session is customized according to each owner and dog’s needs, during these 6 sessions we typically cover the following:

    • How to use a slip leash and get a loose leash walk

    • How to read your dog’s body language and clearly communicate with them

    • What your relationship is like with your dog and what changes you can make to improve your life with them

    • How to incorporate structure and boundaries both inside your home and on the walk

    • How to do “Yes Work” to shape behaviors and create positive associations with various things

    • How to address simple behavior issues like leash pulling, jumping, and basic obedience

    • How to properly crate train

    • Introduce the place command

    • Though we likely will not resolve it in only 6 sessions, Angie will also guide you through how to address and start working through more significant behavior issues like reactivity, anxiety, and hyperactivity.

    The fine print:

    Sessions must be held in or near Martinez, CA (additional fees will be charged for any travel over 15 miles from Martinez CA).

    For best results, it's recommended to book sessions at weekly (or close to weekly) intervals. Sessions must be used within 4 months from original purchase.

    Please note that 6 sessions is starting point and your dog may need more than 6 sessions in order to achieve your goals, particularly if they are reactive, have separation anxiety, or other significant behavior issues. If you would like to continue training after the initial package is completed, you can purchase additional sessions.

  • Available ONLY after an initial foundational training package has been completed (unless Angie indicates otherwise).

    This package is for those who have already learned foundations with their dog and want to incorporate the e-collar into their training. During these sessions, we will cover how to condition your dog to the e-collar, show you now to properly and responsibly incorporate the e-collar into your training and use it for various scenarios.

    This package includes:

    • An E-Collar Technologies e-collar (Mini or Micro Educator models) and accessories (including a biothane bungee quick release collar and belt clip - a $275 value).

    • One day train where Angie introduces the e-collar to your dog and begins the conditioning process. Angie will take videos throughout the day and show you how she does everything.

    • Three subsequent 1-hour in-person training sessions (at a discounted rate) to ensure that you have a good understanding of everything as your dog becomes conditioned to the e-collar, how to use the e-collar in various situations, and make sure your dog is responding appropriately.

    • Access to the SOMDOG client portal on Circle for 90 days which includes weekly office hours, a video library, and more (valued at $27/month).

    • Access to Angie in between sessions via the video messaging app, Marco Polo.

    The fine print:

    Sessions must be held in or near Martinez, CA (additional fees will be charged for any travel over 15 miles from Martinez CA).

    For best results, it's recommended to book sessions at bi-weekly intervals. Sessions must be used within 4 months from original purchase.

    Please note that this is a starting point for e-collar training and your dog may need more than these sessions in order to achieve your goals, particularly if they are reactive, have separation anxiety, or other significant behavior issues. If you would like to continue training after the initial package is completed, you can purchase additional sessions.

  • This option is only available for clients who have already completed a prior foundational package and want to continue additional training. This add-on package includes:

    • 3 one hour in person sessions at a discounted rate

    • Access to Angie in between sessions via the video messaging app, Marco Polo

    The fine print:

    Sessions must be held in or near Martinez, CA (additional fees will be charged for any travel over 15 miles from Martinez CA). All sessions must be booked within 4 months of original purchase.

SINGLE TRAINING SESSIONS

  • Training packages are encouraged and will bring better results, but if you can't afford it or are not sure if you're ready to commit, single sessions are available.

    Sessions are held in or near Martinez, CA. Additional fees for any travel over 15 miles from Martinez, CA will be added.

  • Training packages are encouraged and will bring better results, but if you can't afford it or are not sure if you're ready to commit, single sessions are available.

    Sessions are held in or near Martinez, CA. Additional fees for any travel over 15 miles from Martinez, CA will be added.

  • A great option if you aren't local or need advice on specific topics.

28 DAY VIRTUAL TRAINING

  • You can teach your dog foundational skills, virtually. Yep, it’s true! I’m here to teach YOU how to build a lifestyle with your dog so that you can have the most efficient and best training outcome possible.

    In order for dog training to be lasting and successful, the owner needs to understand what to do and has to put in the work at home - training is a lifestyle - there’s no getting around it! With virtual training, you can train when it’s convenient for you, make sure you’re doing things right, and get consisten feedback to continuously build on everything. You will be able to see how I teach various foundational skills, how to implement a good routine and structure in your home, plus, I will be available multiple times a week to guide you, answer your questions, give you feedback, and hold you accountable!

    If that doesn’t already sound good enough, with virtual training:

    • You can live anywhere in the world and train with Angie

    • You can watch and rewatch training videos as much as you want

    • You can record and share specific struggles and breakthroughs with Angie, and get feedback on situations that are impossible to replicate in person

    • You will save money from not having to do in person sessions and/or a board & train (although sometimes clients can significantly benefit from both!)

    *Virtual Training Programs are only available after completing a separate initial virtual consultation with Angie and Angie confirms that this will be a good option for you.

  • This virtual training package includes:

    • 4 weeks of access to Angie virtually where you can ask questions and get training support when needed

    • Videos providing detailed instruction and demos of the various foundational training skills and commands

    • Video responses and feedback from Angie within 48 hours (and usually much sooner)

    • Suggested achievable homework assignments that will hold you accountable & continually build on your and your dog’s skills

    • The SOMDOG Training Guide to Living a Better Life with Your Dog E-Book: (20 pages jam packed full of dog training goodness)

    • Access to the SOMDOG Online Membership with access to Office Hours, the Video Library, and other resources

    • The freedom to train your dog in your home at whatever time works with your schedule!

    • Angie’s approach to dog training

    • The importance of dog psychology, how your dog views you, and how to improve your relationship with your dog

    • The importance of consistency, structure, & boundaries

    • How to use marker words to shape behavior

    • How to properly use tools like the slip leash, place cot, and crate

    • How do read your dog’s body language and set them up for success

    • How to build your relevance with your dog so that they will listen to you

    • How to condition your dog to relax and have an off switch

    • How to build your confidence and leadership so that you can take your relationship with your dog to the next level

  • Once you sign up (after you have completed a separate virtual consultation with Angie) you will get immediate access to the Circle Online Membership which has the e-book and a video library. Angie will reach out to you with additional information on the tools you’ll need and we’ll determine a start date for the program. In addition to the video library, Angie will send you videos where she will further explain concepts and provide demos. You will record yourself doing various guided training activities with your dog and Angie will review and respond within 48 hours to answer your questions, give feedback, and/or show you how to build on what you are doing. You can send videos and messages as frequently as you want. That means you can communicate with Angie almost EVERY DAY if you want to!

    If you are working through reactivity or more complex behavior issues, at the end of the 4 weeks, you’ll have the option to extend the program as needed (we can discuss recommended length and next steps on a per case basis).

    Training your dog does take work, but it doesn’t have to take hours out of your day. It’s up to you and your schedule when you work on specific things with your dog, but training is a lifestyle: this program is meant to help you live in a way with your dog that naturally incorporates structure, promotes balance, and improves your relationship with your dog. The more you put into this, the more you and your dog will get out of it, and the easier your lives will be down the road!

GROUP CLASSES / DAY CAMP

  • Group classes are available to current or prior SOMDOG clients who already have foundations down and are ready work around other dogs. Check with Angie before signing up if you are unsure!

    We will work on neutrality, leash skills, place command, recall, impulse control - ALL the things that you’ve already been practicing with your dog, but now around other dogs in a controlled environment!

    Classes are small, capped at 8 dogs total. We'll focus on a different topic each week. The day and time will change depending on the time of year and location availability.

  • Your dog spends the day at Angie's house where we will do a variety of structured activities like pack walks, hikes, treadmill, socialization, and relaxing around my pack. This is a more casual atmosphere than a day train and is a great way to have your dog spend time with other dogs in a structured environment, get some exercise, and keep up their training.

    This is available by invite only for dogs who have completed training packages with Angie and are ready for this type of setting. Numbers are kept small to ensure success and safety.

DAY TRAINS

  • Give your pup an extra boost with a full day of training! Available after initial consultation and at least one in-person session.

    • 7 hours spent with Angie doing both active and passive training.

    • Includes videos showing everything that we work on so that you can replicate and build on it at home.

    • Flexible drop off and pick up times (typically from 9:30-4:30).

    • Email angie@somdogtraining for more information and to book.

BOARD & TRAIN

  • Whether it’s reactivity, fear, overexcitement, or other behaviors that you feel stuck on, B&Ts are meant for dogs who need more consistent training in order to really get to the root of changing their behaviors and perceptions.

    For 3 weeks, your dog will stay in the comfort of my home and will experience a structured daily schedule where they will learn and practice a variety of foundational and practical skills that can be carried forward into your everyday life.

    Owners receive video updates and detailed instruction throughout the B&T that walk you through all of the different things that we work on so that you can carry the training forward once your dog is back home.

    The Fine Print:

    • Board & Trains are 3 weeks in length unless otherwise discussed with Angie.

    • Dogs must be at least 6 months old, potty trained, and quiet and comfortable in the crate (both at night and during the day). If you need help with crate training, we can work on this prior to the B&T.

    • All B&Ts include e-collar training and pricing includes the cost of the e-collar unit and accessories.

    • New clients who are interested in B&Ts must book a virtual consultation with Angie first where we can discuss a training plan and see if it’s a good option for you.

    • Availability is extremely limited. They are only available after an initial consultation and at least one in-person session or a day train.

    • This program is not for dogs with human aggression or severe separation anxiety.

    • Includes a 60 minute in-person midway session, a 2-hour go home session, AND an additional 60 minute follow up session that you can use any time.

    • Flexible pick up and drop off days and times.

    • B&Ts are not going to “fix” your dog and are not a replacement for the owner putting in the work. They are meant to enhance your ongoing training and set both of you up for success as you continue your training journey post B&T.

    • Email angie@somdogtraining for more information and to apply.