Online program · pairs with in-person obedience training
The Everyday Reliability SystemOnline dog obedience training program
Calm walks, a recall worth trusting and a dog who listens outside — not just in the kitchen.
From $149 · or start with The Loose-Leash Starter Kit for $39
“His technique is very methodical, and extremely powerful, 30 minute training to the point.”
01Is this for you?
Who it’s built for.
- Walks mean being pulled down the block
- Your dog is great at home and selectively deaf outside
- Door rushing, jumping on guests or an optional recall
- Your dog is 6 months or older
Start in person instead if…
- Lunging or barking at dogs or people — see the Reactive Dog Roadmap
- Any bite history — start with an in-person evaluation
02The transformation
What you’ll work toward.
- Being pulled down the blockWalking together through turns and stops
- Selective hearing outsideCheck-ins that hold around distractions
- The front door is a launch padWaiting at thresholds until released
- Recall is a suggestionA recall built in layers, on a long line first
03What’s inside
Six modules, plus the paperwork that keeps you consistent.
- Module 01
Attention under distraction
Check-ins that survive the sidewalk.
- Module 02
Loose-leash walking & heel
Handler mechanics plus the dog’s side of the bargain.
- Module 03
Recall foundations
Long-line work and the layers that make recall reliable.
- Module 04
Place & settle
A clear off-switch for home, patios and waiting rooms.
- Module 05
Doors & boundaries
Thresholds, cars and gates without bolting.
- Module 06
Proofing outside
Taking each skill from home to sidewalk to park — the Proofing Dial, as a plan.
Printable field kit
- Proofing ladder worksheet
- 10-minute daily practice plans
- Long-line recall guide
- Progress log
04Choose how much help you want
DIY, Guided or Coach-Assisted.
DIY
$149
The full system, at your own pace
- Complete video course, self-paced
- Printable plans, checklists and progress logs
- Suggested starting point
Guided
$219
DIY plus feedback on your dog
- Everything in DIY
- 2 video reviews: send clips, get recorded feedback
- 30 days of live group Q&A
Coach-Assisted
$299
Guided plus a private virtual consult
- Everything in Guided
- 45-minute private virtual consult
- A personalized written plan after your consult
- Price credited toward in-person training within 60 days
No program guarantees results — a dog’s history, genetics, environment and your follow-through all play a role.
Not ready for the full program?
The Loose-Leash Starter Kit · $39
The first exercises and handler mechanics for walks that don’t hurt your shoulder, plus a 14-day practice plan. Includes: two foundation exercises, handler mechanics guide, 14-day practice plan.
Prefer hands-on help? · Free
Start with a free evaluation.
The Everyday Reliability System is the online version of our in-person obedience training in Santa Clara. If you’d rather have a trainer with you and your dog from day one, start here — the evaluation is free.
- Cost
- Free
- Where
- In person, with your dog
- When
- Tuesday–Saturday, by appointment only
Already bought the Coach-Assisted tier? Its price is credited toward in-person training booked within 60 days.
Private field rental
No backyard? Rent our field.
Practice your homework somewhere new: half an acre of fenced turf, yours by the hour.
Rated 4.9 out of 5· 1,700+ reviews on Sniffspot
“His technique is very methodical, and extremely powerful, 30 minute training to the point.”
Questions
The Everyday Reliability System: FAQ
Will this get my dog off-leash?
It builds the foundations — attention, recall, impulse control. Off-leash reliability then needs real-world proofing where off-leash is legal, which is where in-person off-leash training comes in.
Will my dog need treats forever?
No. Once a dog has mastered a behavior thoroughly, food is no longer necessary.
Is an online program a replacement for in-person training?
No — it’s a different starting point. Many owners make real progress with a clear system and feedback. If your dog has bitten, or you’re not seeing progress, in-person training is the next step, and Coach-Assisted pricing is credited toward it.
What if my dog has bitten someone?
Start in person. The Training Match will recommend an in-person evaluation first, and online material can support the plan that comes out of it.
How do video reviews work?
On the Guided and Coach-Assisted tiers you film short clips of practice sessions and upload them. Your trainer sends back recorded feedback on what to keep, change and try next.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes — move from DIY to Guided or Coach-Assisted by paying the difference.
Do you guarantee results?
No. A dog’s history, genetics, environment and your follow-through all play a role, and guaranteeing results would be unethical. What you get is a clear plan and honest feedback.
What’s the refund policy?
The refund policy is shown before checkout.
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