Private Dog Training

Personalized training programs built to strengthen your bond, improve behavior, and create a calmer, happier home.

Train the Dog You Love Living With

Training is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in your dog. Proper manners and obedience create a safer, calmer, and more enjoyable life for both of you. With over 65 years of dog-training expertise, Sorenson Kennels helps owners build confident, well-behaved dogs through customized, one-on-one training programs.

What Private Dog Training Includes

No two dogs learn the same way. Our private training gives your dog individualized attention and a plan built around their personality, behavior, and goals.

Attention & Engagement

Build focus so your dog listens the first time

No Jumping

Stop unwanted greetings and overstimulated behavior

No Counter Surfing

End food-stealing and boundary-crossing habits

No Biting/Nipping

Remove mouthy behaviors and create safe interactions

"Leave It" Command

Teach impulse control so they ignore anything you ask them to

Sit & Down

Reliable obedience with distance, duration, and distraction control

Heel & Loose Leash Walking

Calm, controlled walks—no pulling, dragging, or zig-zagging

Recall (Come)

They’ll return to you immediately, even when distracted or excited

Place (Stay)

Hold position on any surface—including elevated cots—for extended periods

We Train the Dog... and Teach You

Training only sticks if owners know how to reinforce it. Throughout private lessons, we give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to maintain your dog’s progress at home so they always know who to listen to.

Two Types of Private Training

Private One-On-One Training

Training privately in our premier facility

Private lessons allow your dog to learn in a dedicated, low-distraction environment. This is ideal for addressing behaviors that happen specifically at home.

Private Obedience Refresher (While Boarding)

Keep Your Dog Sharp While You’re Away

If your dog has completed a Sorenson training program, our refresher lessons are a perfect way to maintain or polish their skills during a boarding stay.

Benefits of Private Training

Personalized Attention

Your trainer focuses solely on your dog, adjusting methods instantly for better, faster learning.

Privacy & Comfort

Address any embarrassing or challenging behaviors without the pressure of a group setting.

Faster Progress

Immediate correction and customized training often lead to quicker improvements than group classes.

Missouri’s Most Trusted Trainers
For Over 65 Years

Sorenson Kennels is proud to be one of Missouri’s finest training facilities. Our private training programs are tailored specifically to your dog’s needs, helping you build a well-behaved companion and a stronger relationship.