(703) 906-0479

Canine Counselor Inc

Phyllis Smuland, Dog Trainer and Owner - Established 1990

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Programs and Prices

In-Home Consultation for Dogs and Puppies

$550, $650

 A consultation is an approximately three-hour lesson that jump starts the dog's training by addressing the dog’s training in your home.  This extensive lesson covers everything from walking on a leash, manners, crate training, house training, etc. Multiple dogs are an additional charge. Follow up lessons are available for $150 each.

Canine Counseling School- 32 day

$4800

Done in a home-like environment, this program is for dogs or puppies that need basic manners for  jumping, excitability, demanding behavior, or an unruly dog.  This program teaches loose leash walking, place command, proper interaction with dogs, calm behavior on leash, coming when called on a long line, and greeting guests calmly.  This program teaches dogs how to behave in social environments. Three lessons are included after the training is completed so the humans can maintain the training.

Elite Canine Counseling School - 42 days

$6000

This program is geared towards dogs that have some behavior issues such as reactivity on leash to people or dogs, anxiety, difficult house training, and snapping at people.  Many dogs benefit from being in training for an extended period of time to solidify the dog's new behavior or to change an ingrained or genetic behavior.   This program includes a more formal obedience component, plus recall in a fenced area, with behavior modification.  This program can include off-leash electronic collar training. This program comes with four lessons after training.

Ultimate Counseling School 60+ days

$8300 and up

This program is for dogs that need serious training for serious issues.  These dogs have bitten a human and left a bruise or broken skin, fought with other dogs, have severe anxiety, dog aggression, or extreme fear.  We find that extended training school benefits both dog and owner because the new behavior has become a new way of being for the dog.  This program includes at least four lessons for the human family after training.

Travel Training Program

We can travel within driving distance for a consultation or weekend training session with you and your dog(s).  We can also train your dog at our location and return your dog to your home after his training is completed.  Please inquire.  Additional Travel Fees Apply.

Phone Consultation/ Lesson

$95/hour

For our long distance clients, we do offer a telephone or FaceTime consultation.  Phyllis can give you tips and advice on training and behavior.  This is more in-depth than our initial telephone call to schedule an appointment

Boarding/ Fetch and Delivery

$75/day + $40

Phyllis offers boarding ONLY for dogs she has previously trained.  We offer a quiet environment that is serene and relaxing for your dog.  We charge for the pick up and drop off days.  We generally pick up and drop off between 10 am and 12 noon.We will be charging a $40 fee for each fetch and delivery service due to increased expenses.  A responsible person must be home to receive the dog when dropped off  - No Exceptions per our insurance company. Please see our about page for more info.  

Dog Delivery on Demand

$200

Can't live without your dog?  Book a custom delivery time for your dog outside of our normal delivery times of M-F mornings.  We need lots of notice for us to schedule this service.

Veterinary Services

$50 plus vet fee

While we do not anticipate medical needs to arise while your dog is with us, occasionally we do have dogs develop minor to major illnesses during their stay.  We work closely with a local vet to ensure your dog will receive any needed medical care during his/her stay.  We will communicate closely with you about any vet services needed.  We do charge a $50 vet transport fee if your dog needs to see the vet during his stay, in addition to the vet bill and any tests or medications.  Please ensure y

REHOMING YOUR DOG?

Canine Counselor IS NOT a dog rescue.  We do NOT take in problem dogs or re-home aggressive dogs.  If you must give up your dog and the dog is well-behaved, we may have a family that is looking for a dog like yours.  We are extremely picky with the dogs we place in our clients' homes. We may be able to re-home if your dog :

  • has NEVER tried to bite or has NEVER bit anyone
  • Likes People and children
  • Is outgoing and friendly
  • Is good with dogs
  • has NEVER growled at anyone
  • Has no anxiety or fearful behavior


OUR REHOMING FEE IS $2000 minimum