New York City Dog TRAINING Services
Are you looking for help with leash walking, reactivity, or apartment barking?Want to improve your pup’s manners and responsiveness? Our dog training options allow you the flexibility to choose a program that works best for you. Certified BCWW dog trainers will curate a personalized training program specific to your pup's needs and your goals. Our training programs range from virtual to in-person sessions, group classes, or even working with your dog independently while you’re at work! We focus on Positive Reinforcement training methods to strengthen your bond with your pup while training them to practice appropriate behaviors in various social situations.
See our training program options below!
CONTACT: training@thebigcitywoofwalker.com
STARTER Walk & Train Program
program cost: $850
Includes:
Four 45 Minute Sessions with Lead Trainer
Written and/or video reports after each session
One 30 Minute Virtual Debrief with Lead Trainer
Who is this for?
Puppies learning leash walking skills
Dogs who pull or drag and are working on loose leash walking
Dogs learning engagement with their handler and distraction techniques such as "Leave It"
Dogs who need more mental stimulation and interaction during the day
Dogs working on impulse control and elevator manners
Clients considering group walking for socialization for their pup
Offered by: Joshua Latour (below 14th St.)
REACTIVITY Walk & Train Program
program cost: $1,200
Includes:
Six 45 Minute Sessions with Lead Trainer
Written and/or video reports after each session
Personalized lesson plans
Who is this for?
Dogs uncomfortable in urban environments or who are learning to walk more confidently in the city and practice loose leash walking
Dogs with any type of reactivity involving barking, lunging, or shutting down
This may be to people, children, other dogs, skateboarders, bikes, etc.
Dogs with moderate to severe fear related behaviors when outside on walks
Clients considering group walking for socialization for their pup
Offered by: Joshua Latour (below 14th St.) & Celina Lara (below 72nd St.)
OTHER TRAINING ProgramS
VIRTUAL TRAINING PROGRAM: $800
Four 1-Hour Sessions with Lead Trainer via Video Call
Offered by: Celina Lara (below 72nd St.)
DAY TRAINING PROGRAM: $750
Five 1-Hour Sessions with Lead Trainer working independently with your dog
*Only available after initial Private Session or Reactivity or Virtual Program Completion
Offered by: Celina Lara (below 72nd St.)
RESCUE PREP PROGRAM: $800
Four 1-Hour Sessions with Lead Trainer
Set yourself up for success by preparing for the arrival of a newly adopted rescue pup!
Offered by: Celina Lara (below 72nd St.)
private training sessions
Are you looking to work with a trainer one on one? We provide 1 hour in-person or virtual training sessions to help with your specific training needs.
*Price varies by trainer
Contact us at training@thebigcitywoofwalker.com to schedule a consultation!
Meet your Lead NYC Trainers!
Joshua Latour
Joshua Latour (KPA CTP, SDC) is a pet-care industry veteran with over 15 years of experience. A Certified Training Partner with The Karen Pryor Academy, a certified Service Dog Coach™, and a Puppy Start Right Instructor™, with a certificate of Completion of the Aggression in Dogs Master Course developed by Michael Shikashio CDBC (world-renowned aggression expert). Joshua continues his required education for animal training in order to ascertain the most cutting edge practices based on scientific research. He’s also a Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). Joshua specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis, the science-based methodology foundational to clicker training.
Joshua offers training services in Brooklyn and in Manhattan below 14th St.
Celina Lara
Celina Lara is a dedicated dog trainer with 13 years of experience in dog walking and sitting. She is currently pursuing certification as a professional dog trainer through the Grisha Stewart Academy, aiming for her CBATI-KA certification by the end of 2024. Celina takes a pragmatic, learner-focused approach, focusing on improving communication between dogs and their humans while establishing a sense of safety and security. She teaches dogs self-regulation and adaptive skills through games and play to improve behavior and create more joy for pet parents and their dogs.
Celina offers training services in Brooklyn and in Manhattan below 72nd St.
Meet your NJ Trainer!
Maren Lavelle
Maren Lavelle is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Pat Miller Certified Trainer (PMCT 1). She’s studied with Pat Miller, a renowned Positive Reinforcement dog trainer, and graduated from Pat Miller's Level 1 (Canine Behavior and Training), Level 2 (Behavior Modification), and Level 3 (Aggression) academies.
As a Positive Reinforcement dog trainer, Maren uses science-based force-free ethical training methods, to ensure her clients’ dogs are always actively participating in and consenting to their training program. Maren encourages the behaviors you do want from your dog, rather than trying to suppress the behaviors you don't want. She focuses on building trust and confidence between you and your dog, ensuring you have a shared toolkit to enhance your communication and strengthen your bond together.
Maren offers training services in Essex County, New Jersey.
What People Are Saying
“BCWW is the best and most professional pet service! They have so many amazing services and at great prices! My dog took the reactivity training program and with the help of her trainer, Maren, she is doing so much better. Highly recommend to anyone looking for training, walks or pet sitting.”
— REGINA I. from GOOGLE
“My dog Leroy has shown huge strides in his reactivity towards other dogs from working with Maren and the team at Big City Woof! In addition to their one on one sessions, Maren has met with us multiple times during the process to make sure the plan fit our needs/expectations and help train us to be a better companion on our walks with Leroy.
We've also had a great experience with using Big City Woof's Regular walking service in lieu of Daycare. The walks provide great socialization and exercise for Leroy and are a great alternative to him going to daycare. The team provides clear updates each time as well as some fun pictures from their walks to look at while I'm at the office!
Highly recommend this amazing company!”
— JAY M. from GOOGLE
“BCWW is the absolute best. They worked with me to find the right walker for my reactive pup (did two different meet and greets), and my pup now LOVES her walker, Kyra. Kyra is always professional, sends detailed reports and pictures of the walks, and is so responsive and communicative. We are also working with Maren on her Leash Training & Reactivity training program which has been amazing as well. She's extremely knowledgeable, sends comprehensive training summaries and follow-ups, as well as lots of pictures and videos. BCWW and the team there are the absolute best - I love them and I know my pup loves them as well!”