About Dog Trainer Paige

Dog Trainer Paige is a single-trainer practice based in Conesus that comes to you. The site's own title describes the catchment as Rochester and Livingston County, and the closing line is blunt about the model: "Located in Conesus, NY – I travel to you!" For owners in the northern half of this area – Dansville, Wayland, Springwater – that removes the usual rural problem of there being nothing within driving distance, because the driving is hers.

Private lessons

The first of two programs is private in-home lessons. The site describes working one to one to address behavior challenges, build obedience and strengthen the bond, "right in your home or a pre-approved location," with the sessions tailored to the individual dog. There is no class schedule and no group option here; everything is one dog at a time.

The board and train

The second is a three-week off-leash board and train, and it is one of the few programs in this region with a published price: $3,200. The site sets out what is covered – extended sit and down, loose-leash walking, place, leave it, and an off command for jumping – and says the emphasis is heavily on reliable off-leash recall, "ensuring your dog comes back promptly and consistently." It also names the tools plainly: the foundation skills are built using a slip leash and an e-collar. That is stated up front rather than buried, which is the right way round if you have a view on tools one way or the other.

Approach

The trainer describes her approach as psychology-based and focused on building a balanced relationship between dog and owner, with the tagline "Good Dogs Aren't Born. They're Trained." All ages, temperaments and breeds are said to be welcome.

Getting in touch

Contact is by text or phone, and the site asks specifically that you leave a voicemail – calls with no voicemail are not returned – or email instead.