Private Dog Training Lessons
At Tartan Whistle Dog Training, private lessons are tailored to you, your dog and what you want to achieve together. Whether you’re building everyday obedience, developing puppy foundations or progressing more specialised skills, each session is structured around the individual dog.
Training focuses on reward, motivation and clear communication, helping to develop your dog’s natural ability while building reliable, practical skills.
With one-on-one coaching, you’ll learn how to communicate effectively with your dog, develop your handling skills and confidently continue the training at home and in real-world situations.
What We Can Help With:
Book your FREE 15 minute call below
Talk to a dog trainer today!
Not sure which training option is right for you and your dog? Book a free 15-minute consultation with Michael, a former military and police dog handler, to discuss your goals and where you’d like to take your training.
Whether you’re looking at obedience, puppy development or specialised training, Michael can help you choose the right starting point for you and your dog.
No pressure, just practical advice and a clear way forward.
Our Services
Private + Online Training
$175.00
1 Hour
A focused one-on-one training session tailored to you and your dog. Work on practical skills such as obedience, loose lead walking, recall, engagement or specialised training, with clear guidance to help you continue progressing at home.
Includes travel
Private Lesson
$90.00
1 Hour
A one-on-one online training session from the comfort of your home. Discuss your training goals, work through current challenges and receive practical coaching and a clear training plan to continue working with your dog between sessions.
Zoom Training
$200 per month
1 Hour per week
Ongoing one-on-one online coaching designed to keep your training progressing. Send through training videos for feedback, receive personalised instruction and work through a structured plan with weekly support and guidance.
Online Training
3 Session Training Package
3 Session Training Package – $600
Valued at $620
This package provides a structured approach to developing your dog’s skills across three one-on-one training sessions. Whether you’re working on everyday obedience or developing more specialised skills, each session is tailored to your dog, your goals and your level of experience.
Suitable for:
Basic obedience, including loose lead walking, recall, sit and general control
Gundog training
Scent detection
Mantrailing & tracking
Your training includes:
Session 1 – Initial Assessment & Training Session (1.5 hours) – $270
We discuss your training goals, assess your dog’s current skills and establish a clear starting point. You’ll begin practical training with guidance on what to work on between sessions.
Session 2 – 1 Hour Private Lesson – $175
We build on the skills introduced in your first session, progressing the training and developing your handling, timing and communication.
Session 3 – 1 Hour Private Lesson – $175
We continue progressing your dog’s training, focusing on reliability, consistency and helping you confidently continue the work at home.
Each session is practical and tailored to the individual dog and handler, giving you a clear training plan and the skills to continue making progress between lessons.
Service List
Servicing Pakenham and surrounding areas.