Training Services

LLittle Traverse Bay Humane Society offers a number of training services to pet owners in the community to help dogs put their best paw forward!

Thanks to valuable clients, our training service provides critical revenue to provide care for the shelter animals who are awaiting their forever homes.

  • In-Home*/On-Site Private Behavior Consultation $200/$150– One-hour of behavior evaluation and behavior modification with you and one of our staff trainers. This is designed for more intensive behaviors such as reactivity, aggression, resource guarding and other more advanced problem behaviors.

    In-Home*/On-Site Obedience Training Session $150/$100- One-hour of obedience training with you and one of our staff trainers. This can include topics such as loose leash walking, potty training, crate training, basic obedience and manners, and consultation on other common pet behaviors.

    *In-home services are available for dogs or cats. If travel exceeds 30 miles round trip from LTBHS’ campus, an extra $25 charge will be included.

  • Phone or Video Chat Consultation $30/half hour

    Use this time to chat with one of our staff trainers about any concerns you may have with your pet’s behavior or training. This is a great opportunity to decide if you are ready for the next step in training your pet before making a commitment!

  • All training is subject to availability. Click the link above to fill out the training inquiry sheet or email the staff trainer, Sarah, at training@ltbhs.com if you are interested in starting training with your dog or if you have any questions!

    For dog training, in your home, LTBHS requires your dog have record of a current rabies vaccine, if age appropriate. For training on-site, your dog must have a current rabies vaccine as well as the following: Bordetella Vaccine (Annual), Distemper Vaccine (Annual or 3 year), and Negative Fecal Sample (Annual) All records can be emailed prior to training or submitted to our trainer upon first session. Records can be sent to training@ltbhs.com.