Tutored Learning
Let me take the lead in your dog's training
For people who want help that actually helps.
Taking training off your plate.
You want your dog to make progress. You also have work, errands, family, appointments, and approximately 47 tabs open in your brain at any given time. So when someone says, “Just practice this for five minutes, three times a day,” you want to laugh, cry, or scream into a pillow. That’s where Tutored Learning comes in.
How Tutored Learning works
What I do for you
I come to your home multiple times per week to work directly with your dog.
During those tutoring sessions, I focus on building the skills your dog needs most. Depending on your training goals, we may work in your home, yard, driveway, neighbourhood, or other appropriate real-life environments.
Your dog benefits from frequent, well-timed, skilled practice with someone who can read body language, adjust criteria, reinforce the right moments, and keep the training moving at your dog’s pace.
What you still need to do
Tutored Learning is designed to take a lot off your plate. But it is not designed to cut you out of the process.
Your dog lives with you, not me.
That means we’ll still need transfer sessions where I show you what your dog is learning, how to cue and reinforce the skills, and how to keep the progress going in everyday life.
Because the goal is for your dog to listen, settle, walk, focus, and make better choices with you.
You do not need to do everything from scratch. You do need to learn how to maintain and use the training where it matters. I’ll make that part clear, doable, and as un-overwhelming as possible.
Tutored Learning is a good fit if
You want your dog to make progress, but your current bandwidth is being held together with coffee and good intentions.
You are tired of feeling guilty because you know what you “should” be doing, but life keeps happening.
You want your dog to get more repetition, structure, and support than you can realistically provide on your own.
You would love expert eyes and hands on your dog multiple times per week.
You want to be involved, but you do not want to carry every single piece of the training process.
You are ready for life with your dog to feel less like one more thing you’re behind on.
Meet Your Dog's Tutor
Hi there, I'm Sarah.
Certified dog trainer, behaviour consultant, and the person behind Cued Canines.
When you hand your dog’s training over to me, you’re trusting me with more than their manners. You’re trusting me with their safety, confidence, and the little details that make them them.
I don’t take that lightly.
Every Tutored Learning session is thoughtful, skilled, and adapted to the dog in front of me–so you can feel good about who’s coming through your door.
"We couldn’t be happier! Our Fozzy has learned so many things and Sarah has made it so easy to continue training into the future."
Kelly, Steve & Fozzy
What is Included:
Enjoy the peace of mind of knowing your best friend is in the best of hands, learning new skills, while you can enjoy some well-deserved free time.
Goal Setting
45-60 min in person or virtually
This is our starting point. We get clear on what would actually make life with your dog easier, then build a plan around your dog, your home, and your priorities.
Tutoring Sessions
2 sessions per week 50 minutes each
I come to your home and work one-on-one with your dog multiple times per week, building the skills and foundations they need through consistent professional practice.
Transfer Sessions
1 session per week 50 minutes each
Once a week, I teach you how to use, maintain, and build on the skills your dog has learned, so the progress carries over into real life with you.
Program Length
Tutored Learning starts with a minimum 3-week commitment.
This gives your dog time to settle into the training rhythm, build a foundation, and start making meaningful progress.
After the initial 3 weeks, additional weeks can be added one week at a time, depending on your goals, your dog’s progress, and ongoing availability.
Includes
Goal-setting session
6 private tutoring sessions with your dog
3 transfer sessions with you & your dog
A customized training plan
Ongoing adjustments based on your dog’s progress
Need more support?
Additional tutoring sessions: $95 +HST per session
Additional weeks: $285 +HST per week Includes 2 tutoring sessions and 1 transfer session.
Bigger Behaviour Concerns?
For dogs with significant fear, anxiety, reactivity, or aggression-related concerns, we may need to start with a behaviour consultation or include more coaching so the full safety and behaviour picture is properly supported.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions?
If you have questions, we have answers to some of the most common ones right here.
Can't find what you are looking for?
Do I need to be home during the training sessions?
Does this mean I do not have to practise at all?
Will my dog still listen to me if you do the training?
Is Tutored Learning suitable for puppies?
How quickly will I see results?
How do I know whether Tutored Learning or Private Coaching is right for me?
Let's Work Together
Cued Canines is happy to offer in-person training for clients located within a 25-minute drive of Alliston, ON. Live farther away? No problem! Our remote training options bring expert guidance right to your home.
