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Stop Guessing.

Train Your Dog The Right Way From Day One.

With the 6-Month New Dog Crash Course.

The structured, expert-backed 6-month roadmap that turns chaos into calm — designed by a certified trainer and behaviorist with the knowledge and experience to turn your new pup into a well-behaved companion.

 

New Dog Owner's Guide: 6-Months of Training, Health, and (Plus 12 Months of Community Access)

This program will provide you with step-by-step instructions from the first day of adopting your new furry family member, all the way through the first 6 months of being a proud pupper parent. This course will cover basic topics like obedience and potty training, but also touch on lesser-known issues like socialization, puppy proofing, and minor behavioral issues common with rescue dogs. 

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Tailored for New Owners

Additional courses for behavior problems also available

6 Months of Structured Education

Skip the guesswork and get down to business!

CPDT and CBCC Trainer Backed

No nonsense, just quality education

Community Support Included 

Join like-minded dog lovers and succeed together

Why I Made Snoot - The Truth About Dog Training

Too many new owners, excited to bring their new family member home, find themselves lost in a sea of misinformation. The unregulated dog training industry fails too many of them. Eager to right by their dog, new owners fall prey to ineffective or unethical methods. That's why I made Snoot - to cut through the noise and lay a solid foundation! 

 

Number of dogs adopted from rescues every year in the US

Return rate (over 200,000!) of adopted dogs - mostly for preventable behavioral issues

 

Average number of days until frustrated owners give up and return their dog

 

6 Months

Of expert guidance — everything you need to build a lifelong bond

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Start Your Dogs Journey The Right Way

Why The First 6 Months Matter

With the 6-Month New Dog Crash Course.

Stop guessing your way through the chaos and start following a professional roadmap designed for the dog you’ve always dreamed of. Stop guessing and start leading with Snoot’s structured, expert-led roadmap for your dog’s critical first months. Build lifelong habits and a confident bond today.

The Reality of Dog Adoption

Every year, millions of dogs find loving homes—yet many owners quickly find themselves underwater. The gap between "bringing them home" and "living in harmony" is wide.

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Why Training Advice Fails

New owners don’t fail from lack of effort; they fail because random "hacks" don't create well-behaved dogs. If you’re seeing no results, the problem isn’t you—it’s the advice.

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Skip the Stress With Snoot

Stop guessing and start leading with Snoot's structured, expert-led roadmap for your dog's critical first months. Start building lifelong habits and a confident bond today.

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Meet Your Trainer: 

Brian Galea

MS, MBA, CPDT, CBCC

Brian transitioned from a medical track—including a Master’s in Human Anatomy—to the pet industry to follow his passion for dogs. He now applies his analytical research background to solve complex behavioral challenges and coach owners on their journey to becoming better dog parents.

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Need In-Depth Help with A Specific Issue?

Don’t need the full 6-month curriculum yet? Choose the exact Masterclass you need to solve your dog's most pressing challenges. From potty training to leash pulling, get expert-led solutions for just $100 per course

Obedience Foundations Masterclass (Plus 3 Months of Community Access)

Build the skills every dog needs to succeed at home and in public. This course covers essential commands like sit, stay, recall, and leash manners—taught with positive reinforcement so your dog listens reliably without losing their personality.

$97.00 USD

Common Behavior Problems Masterclass (Plus 3 Months of Community Access)

Tackle annoying behavior issues like door barking and fears with this course, as well as some more tricky issues too. Note: some behaviors require assessment by a certified behaviorist to ensure they aren't based in aggression and are safe to train on your own. 

$97.00 USD

Adjusting To New Home Masterclass (Plus 3 Months of Community Access)

Make your dog’s transition stress-free. Learn how to set routines, safely introduce them to family and other pets, and create a calm environment that helps your new companion settle in with confidence.

$97.00 USD

Biting, Nipping, and Destructive Chewing Masterclass (Plus 3 Months of Community Access)

End the frustration of sharp puppy teeth and chewed-up furniture. This course shows you how to redirect destructive behaviors, teach bite inhibition, and provide the right outlets for teething and energy.

$97.00 USD

Potty Training and Feeding Masterclass (Plus 3 Months of Community Access)

Take the guesswork out of one of the biggest challenges for new owners. Master proven potty training schedules, crate integration, and feeding routines that set your dog up for success from day one.

$97.00 USD

Leash Walking Skills Masterclass (Plus 3 Months of Community Access)

Transform walks from stressful to enjoyable. This course teaches you how to stop pulling, improve focus, and build polite leash habits so you can confidently take your dog anywhere.

$97.00 USD

Results Matter. The Right Training Gets You There. 

The Destination:
A Life of Calm Confidence

Most people think "training" is about a dog that performs tricks on command. At Snoot, we believe the ultimate goal is much bigger.

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Community Matters:
You Don't Have to Do This Alone

Raising a dog is a journey, and the road is much smoother when you’re traveling it with people who actually understand the highs and lows.

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Is Snoot Right For You?

You don’t need to be a "dog person" to have a well-behaved dog. You just need quality, patient support. 

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Inside the Snoot Courses

We didn't just build a course, we built a support system. Learn the methods, then reinforce your efforts with support from experts and supportive owners just like you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

New Dog Owner's Guide: 6-Months of Training, Health, and More!

  1. WATCH THIS FIRST: What To Expect From This Guide

    1 lesson
    1. What To Expect From This Guide

  2. Frequently Asked Questions

    5 lessons
    1. Positive Reinforcement vs Punishment Based Training
    2. What Actually is "Aggression"?
    3. What "My Dog Doesn't Listen" Really Means
    4. Definition of An Actual "Bite"
    5. Teaching How To Use The Clicker

  3. Day 1: What You Need to Know NOW

    7 lessons
    1. WATCH THIS FIRST: DAY 1 WHAT TO EXPECT
    2. Shopping List For New Dog Owners
    3. Name: Teaching Your New Dog Their New Name!
    4. The 3-3-3 Rule to How Long Your Dog Will Take to Settle In
    5. Introduction to Potty Training
    6. Explanation of Potty Training (#1 and #2)
    7. Explaining the Food and #2 Potty Schedule

  4. Health and Wellness For Your New Dog

    6 lessons
    1. Household Toxins to Be Extra Safe With
    2. Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Care For Your Pup
    3. Vaccinations and Socialization - Balancing Behavior and Health
    4. Humans Foods That Are Toxic and Dangerous to Dogs
    5. What to Expect on Your Dog's First Vet Visit
    6. Costs of Veterinary Care - Initial and Ongoing

  5. Day 2: Setting Up Home and Rules For Success

    6 lessons
    1. Explaining Socialization and Exposure to Raise Fear-Free Puppies
    2. "Total Management": Routine and Schedule to Make Your Life Easier
    3. Destructive Chewing Around Your House and How to Avoid It
    4. Overview of the Different Types of Chews
    5. Teaching Sit with Treats
    6. Training Your Dog's Name Should Always be Happy and Positive

  6. Day 3: Introducing Some Basic Obedience for Structure

    10 lessons
    1. Choosing the Right Leash, Harness, etc. for Leash Walking
    2. Loose-Leash Walking: The Perfect Setup for Better Walks Part 1
    3. Loose-Leash Walking: The Perfect Setup for Better Walks Part 2
    4. Basic Loose-Leash Walking Handling Skills
    5. Teach Your Dog to Respond to Their Name Outside
    6. Sit and Stand for "Puppy Push-ups"
    7. Teach Your Dog to Love Their Crate!

    1. Know Your Options for Leash Walking Harnesses and Collars

      1. Leash Walking Tools: Comparing a Regular Collar to a Head Halter
      2. Leash Walking Tools: Comparing a Back Harness to a Regular Collar
      3. Leash Walking Tools: Training to Wear a Head Halter

  7. Day 5: Improving Your Communication with Your Pup

    6 lessons
    1. Practice Keeping Eye Contact During Loose-Leash Walking
    2. Stop Puppy Nipping by Teaching Good "Bite Inhibition"
    3. Teach Sit with a Voice Command
    4. Developing Your Voice for Better Recalls
    5. Using The Right Voice to Call Your Dog's Name
    6. Easy Training Indoors with the Basics of Recalls

  8. Day 7: PHEW! Made it Through the First Week!

    6 lessons
    1. CHECK IN BEFORE ADVANCING (must complete to open next modules)
    2. The Importance of Your Dog Knowing Their Name for Recalls
    3. Overview of the 3 Parts of a Recall (AKA "come here!")
    4. Practice Luring Before Teaching "Down"
    5. Teaching "Down" with Luring
    6. Teaching Your Dog to Not Jump Up On You

  9. Week 2: Laying the Obedience Foundation for a Puptastic Life

    6 lessons
    1. WATCH THIS FIRST: MADE IT THROUGH WEEK 1
    2. 3 Factors To Reliable Training Results
    3. Loose-Leash Walking: Solving the "Putting on the Brakes" Problem
    4. Down: Teaching Down with Hand Signal
    5. Down: Teaching Down Directly from Standing
    6. Recalls: Ping-Pong Game for Practice Outside

  10. Week 3: More Basic Obedience and Structure

    9 lessons
    1. 3 Places Where Treats Go
    2. Stay: Your Dog's Foundation of Self-Control
    3. Stay: The Next Stage of Stay - Distance
    4. Stay: Combining Distance and Duration
    5. Down: Fading Food Lures
    6. Down: Making Your Down Automatically into a Stay
    7. Down: Teaching Down with Voice Command
    8. Down: Teaching Down with Voice Command Only
    9. Down: Patience with a Slow Learner!

  11. Week 4: Settling Into a Consistent Routine

    4 lessons
    1. Loose-Leash Walking: "The Lost Dog Walker" Exercise to Warm Up Before Walks
    2. Recalls: Practice and Use Recalls on Walks
    3. Recalls: Different Situations to Use Recalls
    4. Recalls: Tough Recalls From the Back Yard (Even With No Prior Training)

  12. Weeks 5 and 6: Expanding Basic Obedience and Other Skills

    11 lessons
    1. CHECK IN BEFORE ADVANCING (must complete to open next modules)
    2. Down: Overview of Teaching Down
    3. Leave-It: First Steps
    4. Leave-It: Progressing Leave-It On The Floor
    5. Leave-It: Starting Leave-It On The Floor
    6. Leave-It: Learning The Basics
    7. Leave-It: How To Do Corrections For Leave-It
    8. Leave-It: Leave-It While Standing Up
    9. Stay: Simple Troubleshooting - Creeping
    10. Stay: Simple Troubleshooting - "Correction Loops"
    11. Stay: Properly Correcting Stays

  13. Weeks 7 and 8: Training Even More Useful Obedience Commands

    10 lessons
    1. Recalls: Using Recalls on Walks to Power Through a Tough Spot
    2. Recalls: Reviewing Recalls Outdoors (Mild Distractions)
    3. Recalls: Review Recall Basics with a Bit More Distraction
    4. Recalls: Overview of Recalls in the Lobby (Mild Distractions)
    5. Training the Fundamentals of the Wait Command
    6. "Wait": Building up Your Wait at a Real Door
    7. "Wait": Progression to Training Wait at a Door
    8. "Wait": Creative Use of the Play Pen to Teach Wait
    9. "Wait": Wait for Everything, Including Meals
    10. "Wait": Developing a Better Wait Using the Crate

  14. Weeks 9 and 10: Completing the Full Set of Basic Obedience Commands

    5 lessons
    1. Recalls: Overview of All Parts of Recall with More Distractions
    2. Leave-It: Solidifying And Correcting Leave-It's
    3. "Wait": Practicing and Correcting Wait at the Front Door
    4. Loose-Leash Walking: "The Lost Dog Walker" Exercise to Re-focus On Walks
    5. Recalls: "Fading Out" Treats with Emergency Recalls

  15. Weeks 11 and 12: Setting Up for the Next Level of Obedience Training

    8 lessons
    1. CHECK IN BEFORE ADVANCING (must complete to open next modules)
    2. Introduction to Training Around Distractions
    3. Loose-Leash Walking: Practice Leash Walking Outside On the Street
    4. Recalls: Practicing Recalls in the Real World
    5. "Wait": Final Practice for Wait at the Front Door
    6. Leave-It: Solidifying Your Dog's Leave-It Understanding
    7. Leave-It: Advanced Goal - Treats On Paws
    8. Leave-It: Automatic Leave-It For Emergencies

  16. Weeks 13 and 14: Starting to Take Your Training Outside The Home

    5 lessons
    1. Distractions During Training - Real life Example
    2. Recalls: Practicing Recalls and Sniffing on a Walk
    3. Recalls: Practicing Recalls on Walks with Help From a Long Leash
    4. Loose-Leash Walking: Practicing Around Distractions
    5. Stay: Adding Distractions, The Hardest Part

  17. Weeks 15 and 16: Progressing Your Training In Public

    8 lessons
    1. 3 Strikes Rule for Training Around Distractions
    2. Leave-It: Leave-It for Everything
    3. Leave-It: 3 Different Types of Special Leave-It
    4. Leave-It: 3 Advanced Leave-It's
    5. Loose-Leash Walking: Continue Training Now Out in Public
    6. Loose-Leash Walking: Leash Handling Skills
    7. Loose-Leash Walking: Advanced Concepts - Leash Walking "Dance"
    8. Recalls: Using Recalls in Public (Moderate Distractions)

  18. Month 5: Putting Together All the Obedience Commands

    5 lessons
    1. Loose-Leash Walking: Using Recalls While Leash Walking in Public
    2. "Wait": Building the Strength of Your Wait with "Proofing"
    3. Leave-It: Using Leave-It To Help With Stay
    4. Loose-Leash Walking: Recalls and Leash Walking Go Together!
    5. "Wait": From Foundation to Waiting at the Door

  19. Month 6: Push Yourself! Reliable Training in Public

    9 lessons
    1. Loose-Leash Walking: Review All the Basics of Loose-Leash Walking
    2. Leave-It: Question: Can Leave-It Help If You're Not There?
    3. Stay: Adjusting Duration, Distance, and Distractions on the Fly
    4. Final High Difficulty Leave-It
    5. Combining Leave-It and Recalls in Public
    6. Stays in Public with High Distractions
    7. Combining Leash Walking and Recalls For Everyday Use
    8. Intuitive Leash Walking as the Final Goal of Training
    9. Loose Leash Walking While Pottying Together
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