Hello, I’m Pete.
For six years I have been running Pete the Dog Trainer, a positive reinforcement only dog training company based in Decatur, Georgia and Atlanta, Georgia. Every dog requires a different approach & I love learning what each dog needs to succeed.
I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare from Virginia Tech.
A huge thank you to all my clients—I have been voted the 2022 & 2023 Nextdoor Favorite! In 2019, I was nominated for InTown Atlanta's Best Dog Service. As an Atlanta and Decatur dog trainer, this means the world to me!
My Philosophy
I believe the most humane & effective way to train your dog is by forming a bond that is based on trust & mutual respect.
After a training session, I want you to have a better understanding of how your dog learns, why he makes certain decisions & how you can change those decisions to benefit both of you.
The goal of all training, I believe, is to deepen & enrich the connection you have with your dog. It isn't just about telling your dog what to do & he or she obeys. Training is about guiding your dog to make great choices.
& most of all, training is about building a relationship with you & your best friend. This relationship begins with understanding how your dog learns.
What is Positive Dog Training?
This is an evidence-based method of training in which we reward the behaviors we want in order to strengthen those behaviors. I do not use punishment tools such as prong/pinch collars, electronic shock collars or choke chains. Punishment tools like these are not only less effective than positive training, but they can also increase a dog's fearfulness & aggression.
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Good Manners Package
Three In-home Training Sessions
$350
($375 value)
Basic to Advanced Obedience. We will cover everything from the basics to making sure your dog is polite in public places or when company comes over.
Three one-hour private sessions in your home, local park, patio, or wherever is most helpful.
Includes detailed, personalized write up detailing what we discussed during each session.
(Packages must be completed within 6 months)
Advanced Obedience Package
Six In-home Training Sessions
$700
($750 value)
In six sessions, we will cover jumping up on guests, walking on a loose leash, go to bed (place), coming when called in more distracting environments, and any other behaviors your dog may be struggling with.
Six one-hour private sessions in your home, local park, patio, or wherever is most helpful.
Includes detailed, personalized write up detailing what we discussed during each session.
(Packages must be completed within 6 months)
Puppy Package
Three In-home Training Sessions for dogs 6 months or younger
$350
($375 value)
All the things you'll need to know to successfully raise your puppy, from crate training to house training to basic obedience.
Three one-hour private sessions in your home, local park, patio, or wherever is most helpful.
Includes detailed, personalized write up detailing what we discussed during the session.
(Packages must be completed within 6 months)
Reactive Dog Package
Five Private Training Sessions
$575
($625 value)
For dogs that lunge &/or bark at dogs, people, or vehicles when out on a walk or inside the home. I will teach you & your dog strategies to modify your dog’s behavior in these situations. Together we will locate the instances in which these behaviors occur, determine why these behaviors occur, & finally design & implement a plan to reduce or eliminate these behaviors.
Five one-hour private sessions in your home, local park, patio, or wherever is most helpful.
Includes detailed, personalized write up detailing what we discussed during the session.
(Packages must be completed within 6 months)
Single In-home Training Session
$125
One one-hour private sessions in your home, local park, patio, or wherever is most helpful.
Includes detailed, personalized write up detailing what we discussed during the session.
Single Virtual Training Session
$100
One-hour private virtual session.
Includes detailed, personalized write up detailing what we discussed during the session.
