Private Training

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Dog Training Solutions

Every dog is different, and group classes are not always the best match. Private training gives you focused support that is built around your needs and your Puppy Pal.

We can help with loose leash walking, recall, and many other skills. Private training is also a good option for more complex behaviours such as anxiety, reactivity, or aggression. You receive one on one guidance in a calm and supportive setting.

We begin with a free phone call. This gives us time to learn about your goals, answer questions, and make sure private training is the right fit. After the call, we will send a link with our availability and our training package options.

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How Private Training Can Help

Private sessions are shaped around your Puppy Pal’s needs, your lifestyle, and the goals you would like to work toward at a pace that feels right for everyone.

Some common areas we support include:

  • New puppy skills and early training foundations

  • Leash walking and coming when called

  • Focus around distractions

  • Barking, lunging, or feeling overwhelmed on walks

  • Separation anxiety, fear, or stress at home

  • Puppy Pals who are not comfortable in group classes yet

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Meet Your Trainer

Private training sessions and behaviour assessments are led by Nikki Nordick, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Behaviour Consultant, and owner of Airdrie Puppy Pals. Nikki’s approach is clear and supportive, with a focus on helping both dogs and their humans feel confident and understood. She has worked with hundreds of dogs across many behaviour needs and brings years of hands on experience to every session.

Nikki holds advanced certifications through respected and independent organizations:

Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed (CPDT KA)
Certified Behavior Consultant Canine Knowledge Assessed (CBCC KA)
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC)
Accredited Dog Trainer (ADT)
Fear Free Certified Professional
Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)

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Getting Started with Private Training

Private training sessions are available in several ways. You can meet with us in person at our training bay in Kings Heights in Airdrie. We also offer in home sessions throughout Airdrie and Calgary, as well as virtual sessions for clients across Canada.

Whether you are training a new Puppy Pal or navigating more complex behaviour needs, private training gives you a personal plan and steady support from a certified professional.

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Private Training

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Frequently Asked Questions

Private dog training and behaviour support for Airdrie and Calgary families. Nikki offers one on one help for everything from early puppy skills to reactivity and aggression.Q:

Q: How do I get started with private training
A: You can begin with a free ten minute phone call if you want help deciding what is best for your Puppy Pal. During the call, we talk about your goals, answer questions, and outline the next steps. You are also welcome to book a session or choose a package on your own at any time.

Q: How do I schedule my sessions or choose a package
A: You can use our online calendar to book sessions or select a package whenever it works for you. If you prefer extra guidance, you can schedule a phone call and we will walk you through your options.

Q: Where do private sessions take place
A: Sessions are available in several ways. You can meet with us virtually, in person at our training bay in Kings Heights in Airdrie, or in home for families in Airdrie and nearby areas.

Q: What kinds of behaviour do you support
A: Nikki helps with many learning needs. This includes new puppy training, leash manners, recall, fear, aggression, and reactivity. Every session and every package is shaped around your Puppy Pal’s needs and your training goals.

Q: Should I choose private training or group classes
A: Group classes like Puppy Class, Jr Puppy Class, or dog daycare work well for social dogs who enjoy learning around others. If your Puppy Pal is working on barking, lunging, fear, or reactivity, private training is often a better starting point so they receive the right support.