Puppy Training Organizations Near Me

It is usually recommended that the process of training a dog starts while the dog is still a puppy. The younger a dog is, the easier and quicker he/she is likely to obtain new skills and learn to perform various tasks. Some owners decide to train their pup themselves, as home training has a lot of advantages, i.e. it is a more affordable option, training can be conducted at home, at the owner’s own pace, and it can be adapted to the owner’s needs. If you would like to focus on certain tasks or behavioral issues, home training will give you this opportunity. You can enroll in an online course for more information about the basics that your pup should know. 

However, some owners find it more reasonable to enroll in an onsite-training course, so that they can benefit from the knowledge of a professional trainer. In this case, you will need to fulfill the particular requirements of the training organization / a personal trainer and comply with their schedule. Of course, in the second case, you will not need to invest so much time, patience, and commitment, as professional trainers will be mainly engaged in the training process. 

If you are the kind of person, who enjoys doing things their own and really values the time spent with their dog, you may be more into the first option. In this case, we would like to recommend that you take a look at the online Puppy Training Program, that the Service Dog Training School International offers:  Puppy Training Program. 

If you find the second option more reasonable, we will be happy to provide you with more information about organizations engaged in puppy training by state. The organizations that we will list below offer different types of training programs, however, since we are talking about puppy training, we will focus on puppy training programs in particular.

Alabama

1. BEST Dog Training of Alabama

Website: https://www.ineedmydogtrained.com/alabama

Address:

Phone number: +1 334-523-9050

Email-Address: contact form on the website

Costs: More information will be provided after submitting an online request

The organization offers a Puppy training program for all owners, who want to interfere with house training accidents, nipping, barking any other behavioral issues of their pup. According to the information listed on the organization’s website, they have no requirements about the dog breed and are likely to accept any dog of any breed.

2. Creative Dog Training - Homewood

Website: http://www.creativedogtraining.com/on-site-services/training/

Address: 381 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, Al 35242 / 2703 19th Place South, Homewood, AL 35209

Phone number: 205-967-2062 / (205) 877-3130

Email-Address: contact form on the website

Costs: According to the website, this course is free

The organization offers an online Puppy Training Program, called “Puppy Jump Start”. The program is designed to lay the foundation for new puppies, at the age of 6-12 weeks. For puppies older than that, the organization is likely to add a Puppy Kindergarten class. 

3. The Complete K9, Alabama

Website: https://www.thecompletek9.com/birmingham/

Address: 295 W Valley Ave, Homewood, AL 35209

Phone number: (205) 538-DOGS

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: 1 Total Course Hours – $85.00; 3 Total Course Hours – $275.00

The organization offers two puppy training programs: 1-Hour Private Puppy Class and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Classes. Puppies of all breeds are welcome, but owners need to meet the organization’s vaccination requirements.

4. Confident Canines Training

Website: https://www.confident-canines.com/

Address: Huntsville, Alabama

Phone number: 256-502-6977

Email-Address: [email protected] 

Costs: Need to fill a form on the website for more information about the programs and the pricing

The organization conducts puppy training in order to help owners deal with puppy behavioral issues like jumping, nipping, whining, chewing. Also, the organization will help you conduct obedience training. 

Alaska

1. Alaska Dog Works

Website: https://alaskadogworks.com/

Address: 9475 N. Sue Dr., Willow, AK 99688

Phone number: 907-841-1686

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $1595

“Alaska’s Most Advanced Puppy Training”- the puppy training program that the organization offers is designed for puppies at the age of 5 months or less.  According to the information listed on the website, this is an advanced program, that will not teach your pup only a few things. It is likely to be based on the trainers’ experience with working dogs and service dogs in particular. 

2. Anchorage Dog Training

Website: https://www.anchoragedogtraining.com/

Address: Anchorage and nearby areas

Phone number: 907-313-0525

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $250

The Puppy Training program includes 3 one hour sessions. Puppies must be at the age of 8 months or less. Basic commands like “sit”, “stay”, “leave it”, “drop it” will be covered. If owners are interested in additional sessions, each session after the first three will be charged $60. 

3. Pawsitive Dog Training

Website: http://www.pawsitivedogtraining.org/#/

Address: 3304 International Street, Fairbanks, AK

Phone number: 907-388-3477 (Voice/Text)

Email-Address: [email protected]; Facebook: m.me/pdtak

Costs: $150.00

The organization offers an AKC STAR Puppy Class for puppies between 9 weeks to 5 months old.

The program includes basic skills like: “sit”, “stay”, “wait”, “down”, “heel”, “come”, “drop it”, “leave it”...etc. Clicker training, verbal marking, and games/tricks that owners can play with their pup are also included. At the end of the program, puppies will be evaluated for a STAR Puppy certification at graduation.

4. Petco Dog Training

Website: https://stores.petco.com/ak/wasilla/dog-training-wasilla-ak-1278.html?cm_mmc=GMAPSPET-_-GMB-_-SVC-_-TRN-_-TRN-_-AQU-_-NA-_-SVC_GMB_Evergreen_Training_AK_Wasilla_1278-_-GMB-_-TrainingGMB

Address: 3090 Mountain View Dr 180, Anchorage, AK 99501 / 8621 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, AK 99515 / 392 East Redoubt Street, Soldotna, AK 99669

Phone number: 907-277-3826 / 907-365-5500 / 907-260-3081

Email-Address:

Costs: Puppy Training Level 1- $149; Puppy Training Level 2- $149; Puppy Training Essentials Package- $249; Puppy Training Complete Package- $379 ($475 Value)

Petco offers the following Puppy Training Programs:

• Puppy Training Level 1

This is a 6-week group course focused on socialization and training introduction.

• Puppy Training Level 2
  

This is a 6-week group course that is based on lessons learned in Level 1 and includes additional commands.

• Puppy Training Essentials Package
  

This is an A 2-class package that covers the basics of puppies’ educational needs. It includes Puppy Level 1, Puppy Level 2 and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test.

• Puppy Training Complete Package
  

This is a detailed package that includes Puppy Level 1, Puppy Level 2, one of Petco’s adult dog classes, one private lesson and the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test.

Arizona

1. Doggie Steps Dog Training

Website: https://www.doggiestepsdogtraining.com/

Address: 1405 E. Park Ave. Chandler, AZ 85225

Phone number: 602.318.0122

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers Puppy Training Programs in: Phoenix, Las Vegas, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco

Puppy Training in Phoenix, Arizona, has been conducted by Mark Siebel, an organization’s lead puppy trainer. Puppy training classes usually take place at the owner’s home as one-hour sessions. A five-session puppy training school is expected to make changes in puppies’ behavior. Obedience training is a part of the social setting defined for the puppy at home. 

2. Zenergy Dog Training

Website: http://www.zenergydogtraining.com/

Address: 7133 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020

Phone number: 602.770.0485

Email-Address:

Costs: $5,150

The organization offers different training programs including a ZenAF Foundation

• 5 WEEK BOOTCAMP

It is designed for dogs with not too severe behavioral issues (not suitable for dogs with aggression, anxiety or fear) and for pups who need to be trained on-/off-leash obedience foundation and manners under high levels of distraction.

3. Rob’s Dogs (Dog Training)

Website: https://www.robsdogsllc.com/

Address: Phoenix, AZ 85013

Phone number: (480) 490-8941

Email-Address:

Costs: 

The first step in getting your dog trained by this trainer is to arrange a time ( about 45 minutes) introductory evaluation. In the first 25 minutes, the trainer will work with your dog and will discuss with you all the issues you would like to address, like jumping, pulling on a leash, reactive behavior...etc. In the remaining 20 minutes, you will be able to discuss with the trainer your long-term goals and the results you would like your dog to achieve. Different plans will be offered and after that, you will know the exact price of the service. The price of the evaluation is $80 and can be scheduled Wednesday-Sunday from 6 am-5 pm.

4. Phoenix Dog Training

Website: https://phoenixdogtraining.com/

Address: 85249 and nearby areas

Phone number: (602) 769-1411

Email-Address: [email protected] 

Costs: Depending on the program. 

Organization’s puppy training and Scottsdale puppy programs offer puppy house and potty training, correcting behavioral issues like aggression biting, jumping, chewing, barking, digging, manners, and obedience training. Puppies will also be trained in socialization and behavioral problem prevention. Puppies must be at least 8 weeks old. 

Individual training sessions (2 hours long), done at the owner’s home, or a location of their choosing will be charged $395; 30 Minute Phone Consultation: $195; 45 Minute Phone Consultation: $295; 60 Minute Phone Consultation: $395; Potty Training (Housebreaking) Behavior Modification Program: $195 a week (4 weeks minimum).

Arkansas

1. Tip Top K9 Fort Smith Dog Training

Website: https://tiptopk9.com/

Address: 4300 Rogers Ave, STE 20 #154, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Phone number: 1.833.484.7867

Email-Address: 

Costs: After meeting with the owner and working with their dog trainers will give pieces of advice and a plan of next steps or the most suitable training program will be recommend.

The puppy training program of the organization is designed for puppies from 8 weeks to 4 months old. It includes: 1. Environmental soundness; 2. Socialization with dogs and people; 3. Potty Training. For owners whose dogs are over 4 months old, their first lesson will be $1.00. Then based on their experience trainers will give an accurate idea of what the dog is capable of handling or not handling.

2. Kass Kennels & Training, LLC

Website: https://kasskennels.com/

Address: Farmington, AR

Phone number: 479-856-9006 (Call/Text) 

Email-Address: Team Contact Email: [email protected]; Addy (Client Specialist) Contact Email: [email protected]; Spencer (Owner) Contact Email: [email protected]

Costs: $1395 (Board $ Train); $630 (Lesson Version)

The organization offers: a 2-3 Week Puppy Raising Program (Board & Train) and a Puppy Raising Program (Lesson Version)

3. Furry Feet Retreat And Training Center

Website: https://furryfeetretreatandtrainingcenter.com/

Address: 5423 Miller Rd, Alexander, AR 72002

Phone number: 501-847-5927 or Cell 501-647-5588

Email-Address:

Costs: Depends on the program

Puppy Training programs are designed for puppies at the age of 12 weeks to 6 months.

The organization offers: 

    • Puppy Potty Training Video (One Video)- $49;

    • Puppy Training Month One: $69

It includes: Week 1-Potty Training. Week 2-Marking Behavior. Week 3- Here Game.  Week 4-Leash. 

    • Puppy Training Month Two: $69

It includes: Week 1-Appropriate Play. Week 2-Walk w/ Leash. Week 3- Chewing on Shoe. Week 4- When & How to Pet. 

    • Puppy Training Month Three: $69

It includes: Week 1-Fetch.  Week 2-Walk w/ Leash. Week 3- Lay Down. Week 4- Put on Leash. 

    • Puppy Training Month Four: $69

It includes: Week 1- Sit & Stay. Week 2- Leave It. Week 3-Come between two People. Week 4- Go to Bed. 

The organization also offers lessons for beginners, designed for dogs at the age of 7 months or older.

4. NWA SCHOOL FOR DOGS 

Website: http://nwaschoolfordogs.com/

Address: 3826 North Front Street, Fayetteville, AR

Phone number: 479-332-4237

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $150.00 (cost covers all six lessons)- group classes meet once a week for six weeks.

The organization offers different types of training programs including a Puppy Class that is designed to help owners overcome the challenges of raising a puppy. Also, this class help owners train their pups basic obedience; a Public Pup course that includes training sessions in public environments like parks and dog-friendly businesses. This course follows the skills outlined in the Advanced and Urban CGC evaluations.

California

1. All Things Pups

Website: http://allthingspups.com/

Address: 12841 STONE CANYON RD,POWAY, 92064

Phone number: (619) 940-4007

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The services that the organization offers include: Private Training, Group Classes and Board & Train.

The Puppy Socialization training Program, which is a part of the Group Classes, welcomes puppies who are:

-non-aggressive or reactive;

-have at least one round of: Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Distemper, Parvovirus also known as: (DHLPP) or (DHPP). One round of Bordetella (kennel cough) is also needed.

2. Bark Busters Home Dog Training

Website: https://dog-training-sandiego.com/

Address: 14 Wildwood Ln, Cazadero, CA 95421

Phone number: 1-877-500-2275

Email-Address:

Costs:

The Puppy Training Program that the organization offers includes the following modules:

-Housebreaking;

-Crate training;

-Basic commands like “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “come”;

-Obedience training based on positive reinforcement;

-Correct holding of the lead and walking;

-Gate and door control;

-Walking on a leash;

-Distance control (staying with the owner in the presence of distractions);

-Social skills;

-Puppy proofing owner’s house;

-Management and prevention of bad behavior like biting, mouthing, jumping, chewing;

3. Gary Maria's Professional Dog Training

Website: https://garymaria.com/

Address: Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone number: (925)449-3647

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The training schedule of the Puppy training & socialization program is as follows:

- For puppies under 10 weeks:

housebreaking – potty training (as soon as puppy comes home), crate training, managing biting (mouthing)

-For puppies at the age of 10 weeks to 16 weeks:

behavior and socialization, puppy management, training positive reinforcement;

-For puppies over 16 weeks:

basic obedience training – basic on-leash training advanced off-leash obedience training.

4. Dogspring Training

Website: https://www.dogspringtraining.com/

Address: 8219 N Armstrong Ave, Clovis, CA 93619

Phone number: +1 559-825-7364

Email-Address: 

Costs: Depending on the program

The Dogspring Training Puppy Programs are designed for dogs under 6 months old and feature:

    • Puppy Classes 

All dogs and puppies enrolled in the organization’s programs get an unlimited pass to Saturday Rebound classes. That way owners get support throughout the life of their dog free of charge. 

    • Puppy Day School

-3 days of training with trainers;

-Private lesson with the owner so that the things that the dog has learned will be transferred to the owner’s home environment;

-Unlimited pass to Saturday Rebound classes throughout the dog’s life. Also, owners will get access to a private alumni Facebook group for additional training guidance.

Rate: $795

    • Puppy Board and Train Camps

Puppies will train intensively during the day, and will go home with the trainer at night. The program includes: crate training, hot to play, how to settle, how to fit into the routine of the family members, and how to walk calmly on a leash. 

7 day stay: $1495

Puppies will train intensively during the day and will go home with the trainer at night.

According to the information listed on the website of the organization, currently, they do not accept puppies to be potty trained.

Colorado

1. Canine Dimensions In-Home Dog Training

Website: https://www.caninedimensions.com/

Address: Locations available in Colorado are: Denver Metropolitan, Douglas and Arapahoe Counties, Greater Colorado Springs and Pueblo

Phone number:  1.888.281.3647

Email-Address: contact form on the website

Costs:

The organization offers the so-called Puppy Goodstart® Program

The training process will be conducted as private, in-home lessons, that will begin with a hand-evaluation by a professional certified trainer. 

It includes:

-Crate training;

-Basic obedience commands like “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “drop-it”, “down”;

-Housebreaking;

-Correcting disruptive behaviors like nipping, biting, chewing;

-Socialization;

-Leash training;

-Aggression prevention

2. PAVLOV Dog Training Denver

Website: https://pavlovdogtraining.com/

Address: 1835 S Vallejo St, Denver, CO 80223

Phone number: +1 207-200-1152

Email-Address:

Costs: $599 (Enrollment is open with $300 non-refundable deposit)

The private Puppy Training Program that the organization offers is designed for puppies under 6 months old and includes:

    • Obedience lessons:

-Commands “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “leave it”

-Name recognition;

-Walk on a leash;

-Interfere with jumping on people or areas that are not allowed;

    • Self-control lessons:

-Not violating people’s personal space;

-Giving people the right-of-way;

-Taking treats in a gentle manner;

-Greeting guests;

-Walking through doors calmly;

The program consists of 5 in-home sessions, each 50-60 minutes and also includes 1 week of homework between the lessons. Owners can schedule the training sessions. 

 

3. Happy Hounds Dog Training, LLC

Website: http://www.happyhoundsdogtraining.us/

Address: Denver, CO 80111

Phone number: 303-880-2807  

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depending on the program

    • The Puppy 101 Program includes:

-Crate Training

-Potty Training

-Correcting behaviors like chewing, jumping biting, nipping;

-Proper socialization;

-Playing politely;

-Self-control;

-Obedience training: “sit”, “stay”, “wait”, “come”, “down”, “leave it”, “drop it”...etc.;

-Walking on a leash in a calm manner;

Costs: $650

    • Puppy Boarding School

It incudes:

-Crate training

-Potty training;

-Bell training;

-Obedience training like “sit”, “stay”, “wait”, “down”, “touch”, “come”, “leave it”, “drop it”, “wait”, “kennel up”, “place”...etc;

-More difficult tasks for advanced puppies; 

-Chewing, jumping, nipping prevention;

-Greeting guests politely;

-Proper socialization with dogs and people;

-Leash walking;

-Developing a positive attitude towards new environments;

This program has the following options:

1. ONE WEEK of boarding school + 75 minute in-home completion consult;

2. TWO WEEKS of boarding school + 90 minute in-home completion consult;

3. THREE WEEKS of boarding school + 2 hour in-home completion consult + one 60-minute in-home session valid within 30 days of B&T completion;

4. FOUR WEEKS of boarding school + 2 hour in-home completion consult + two 60-minute in-home sessions valid within 45 days of B&T completion;

Costs: $1600 for the first week  (i.e. Monday to Monday)

$1400 for each additional week  (i.e. through the following Monday).  A 25% deposit reserves the puppy's spot.

    • Puppy Boarding with a Trainer (The “Skinny” Board & Train)

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Prevention of jumping, chewing, biting, nipping;

-Playing in a proper manner;

-Greeting politely;

-Developing of a structured daily routine;

-Proper socialization with other dogs and people;

-Positive attitude to new environments;

-Maintenance of the already learned behaviors; 

Costs: $110 per day (per day = any part of a day). A 25% deposit reserves the puppy's spot.

4. Off Leash K9 Training

Address: 3101 N Hancock Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80907; 2701-1 West Oxford Avenue, Sheridan, CO 80110; 3738 Astrozon Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80910

Website: https://www.offleashcolorado.com/

Phone number: (303)222-8036 (in Denver); (719)602-1401 (in Colorado Springs)

Email-Address: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], 

Costs: 100$

The organization’s Puppy Training Program is designed for puppies under 5 months old, who are fully vaccinated prior to starting the class and includes:

-Basic commands like “sit”, “come”, “place”, “down”;

-Information and pieces of advice on reinforcing good behavior, crate training, housebreaking;

-Answering owner’s questions about their new puppy and its training.

The program includes a private 1 hour lesson.

Connecticut

1. Bark Busters - Mike The Dog Trainer

Address: 51 Bank St #2b, Stamford, CT 06901

Website: https://www.barkbusters.com/

Phone number: +1 877-500-2275

Email-Address:

Costs:

The Puppy Training Program that the organization runs, can cover:

-Obedience training like “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Crate training;

-Housebreaking;

-Good food manners;

-Recognition of their own name (coming when called);

-Walking in a calm manner through doors and gates;

-Leash training;

-Heel training;

-Distance control (staying with the owner even in the presence of distractions);

-Proper socialization;

-Behavioral management and prevention of mouthing, jumping, biting, chewing.

Owners can consider the organization’s Lifetime Support Guarantee. This means that if any behavioral problems occur in the future, the trainer will return free of charge.

2. K9 National Services. (Dog Training at Your DoorStep) In-home Dog Training dog behavior Modification

Website: https://www.k9nationalservices.com/

Address: 

Phone number: 646-431-4485

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: May vary

The organization offers puppy training based on developing a good communication between owners and their puppies and understanding each other’s needs. 

3. LEDR Dog Training

Website: https://ledrdogtraining.com/

Address: Windsor, CT

Phone number: 860-580-9588

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offersthe following puppy training programs.

    • The Ultimate Puppy Foundation Program (for puppies from 7 to 16 weeks old)

It includes:

-Initial consulting on how to manage chewing behavior, potty training, crate training; management techniques to reduce the stress of having a puppy;

-7  private training and socialization sessions;

-3  private training-appropriate field trips to work on socialization and practical skills;

-1  mini-hike to work on: obedience, trail etiquette, recalls with distractions;

-Obedience training: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “leave it”, “give it”, “self-control”, “leash walking”, “heel”, “appropriate greetings”, “watch me”, “go to your bed”;

Bonuses and Added Value:

-Appropriate treats;

-Puppy booklet;

-Handouts with guidance in regard to the first few exercises;

-Training equipment: clicker, line (30 ft. long), treat pouch;

-4 months free phone/email support;

    • All-Star Puppy Program (for puppies from 7 weeks to 5 months)

It includes:

-Initial consulting on how to manage chewing behavior, potty training, crate training; management techniques to reduce the stress of having a puppy;

-5 private training and socialization sessions in the owner’s home;

-Obedience training: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”, “leave it”, “watch me”, “let’s go”;

Bonuses and Added Value:

-Appropriate treats;

-Puppy booklet;

-Handouts with guidance in regard to the first few exercises;

-Free email support for 2 months

    • Jump Start Puppy Program (for puppies 7 weeks to 5 months)

It includes:

-Initial consulting on how to manage chewing behavior, potty training, crate training; management techniques to reduce the stress of having a puppy;

-3 private training sessions in owner’s home;

-Obedience training: “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “watch me”, name response, focus training.

Bonuses and Added Value:

-Appropriate treats;

-Puppy Booklet.

    • Puppy Bootcamp (Board-and-Train)

This program is designed for puppies that are up to 6 months. According to the information listed on the website, this program is suitable for owners “who have upcoming vacations or events and need a loving home to board their puppy in, but also need help with basic obedience, house training, or sport-dog foundation skills”.

4. Camelot Dog Training

Website: https://camelotdogtraining.com/

Address: New Haven, CT 06511

Phone number: 203.814.1924

Email-Address:

Costs:

The Puppy Training Program is designed for puppies at least 7 weeks of age and includes:

-Housebreaking;

- Prevention of destructive chewing and excessive barking;

-Communication with the puppy, understanding their signals;

-Proper exercises;

-Understanding dog’s psychology and preventing any problems that may occur in the future.

All of the organization’s programs are “reward-based in-home dog training programs”.

Delaware

1. Delaware K9 Academy

Website: https://delawarek9academy.com/

Address: Wilmington, Delaware

Phone number: (302) 409-0654

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: 

The organization offers puppy training that covers various topics and tasks like:

-Environmental exposure;

-Socialization;

-Basic obedience

The training program is designed for puppies between the age of 2-4 months. 

2. Pepper's Paws Dog Training, LLC

Website: https://pepperspaws.com/

Address: 3 Cotton Tail Ct N, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Phone number: (484) 574-0618

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers a puppy training program.

    • In-home Training for Puppies include:

-Private dog training lessons in owner’s home;

-Basic obedience;

-Walking on a leash;

-Barking management;

-Owners can move with their pups to group sessions, once the puppy has completed a few in-home sessions;

3. The Dog Stop - Middletown, Delaware

Website: https://thedogstop.com/

Address: 108 Sleepy Hollow Dr., Middletown, DE 19709

Phone number: (302) 376-9006

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

According to the information listed on the website, the organization offers everything from puppy training to therapy dog training and “everything in between”. Classes take place at the organization’s facilities or owner’s home as one-on-one sessions or group sessions.

Florida

1. Smart Start Puppies - Dog Training

Website: https://smartstartpuppies.com/

Address: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Phone number: (954) 633-7830 (local office); (800) 467-3490 (Corporate Office)

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers Puppy Boot Camps, designed for dogs under the age of 1 year, includes:

-14 days of private lessons and boarding at the organization’s training facility;

-5 weeks of private, in-home training classes (1 class a week);

-Basic obedience and advanced training;

-Management of specific behavioral issues;

-Housebreaking;

-Potty training;

-Lifetime training guarantee.

Puppies who are at least 12 weeks old can participate in the training program.

2. Positively Simple Dog Training

Website: https://www.positivelysimpledogtraining.com/

Address: 7672 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

Phone number: (941) 232-3300

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depending on the owner’s needs

    • Puppy Boot Camp 

It  includes:

-Socialization skills;

-Friendly greeting other dogs and people;

-Potty training;

-Appropriate chewing;

-Prevention of jumping on people;

-Loose leash walking;

-Focus training;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”; “wait”, “leave it”, “drop it”

-Prevention of resource guarding (guarding their food, handler, and toys). 

Prices may vary, depending on the owners’ needs, e.g. potty training or no potty training needed.   

The organization also offers the following three AKC programs:

    • AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy;

    • Canine Good Citizen (CGC);

    • AKC Community Canine (CGCA);

Since in today’s article we are talking about puppy training we will focus on the AKC S.T.A.R Puppy program. Owners need to finish a basic training class with their pup, who must be 1 year old or younger. After that, the handler-dog team will be eligible to enroll in the AKC S.T.A.R Puppy program. The team will attend puppy or basic classes for at least 6 weeks. At the end of the course, an assessment will be administered. After owners pass the test they will be provided with an application to send for enrollment in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program.

3. Applause Your Paws, Inc.

Website: https://www.dogboardingandtrainingmiami.com/

Address: Miami-Dade, 4423 SW 74th Ave., Miami, Florida 33155; Broward, 5149 NE 12th Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33334

Email-Address: [email protected]

Phone number: 786-529-7833

Costs:

    • Private lessons: $149.00

-First time dog owners: For puppies and/or adult dogs

Through this program, the owners will be taught the basics of living with a dog. The program includes:

-Basic obedience;

-Name recognition;

-Walking on a leash;

-Addressing any behavioral issues;

• Puppy 101: Everything you thought you knew or forgot

Owners will become better at human-dog interaction. The program includes:

-Housebreaking;

-Walking on a leash;

-Correction behaviors like biting;

-Socialization;

-Feeding routine.

• STAR Puppy

When participating in this program puppies will learn how to:

-Walk on a loose leash;

-Handle touch, grooming, and slight restraint;

-Focus training;

-Obedience like “sit”, “down”, “come”;

-Socialization;

-Housebreaking;

-Correcting unwanted behaviors like biting.

    • Puppy Kindergarten Group Class- $199.00

The program is designed for puppies under 4 months of age and includes five group classes, 1 hour each.

The program focuses on:

-Obedience foundation;

-Socialization;

-Bite inhibition;

-Prevention of behavioral issues;

-Puppies will be primarily rewarded with playing;

-The AKC’s STAR Puppy requirements are covered in this class.

Georgia

1. Off Leash K9 Training

Website: https://offleashgeorgia.com/

Address: 313 Dividend Dr #400, Peachtree City, GA 30269

Phone number: (770) 450-0988

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $ 100.00 (In-Home- $150)

Along with their most popular packages: Basic Obedience, 2 Week Board & Train, Basic + Advanced, the organization offers Puppy Training Consultation as well.

The consultation is designed to provide a good foundation for basic obedience. Owners will be taught how to house-train their pups in order to avoid accidents at home. Puppies will also be trained to notify their owners when they need to go outside. Trainers will answer all questions that owners have. 

2. Puppy Training 1On1

Website: http://www.puppytraining1on1.com/

Address: PO. Box 767, Fairburn, GA 30213

Phone number: +1 404-998-0026

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depending on the program

The organization offers the following services:

    • 10n1 Lessons- Costs: $799 (payment plans are available)

This program includes:

-7 day better behavior dog training

-7 private lessons with a certified trainer

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “heel”, “come”, “place”, “leave it”, “down”;

-Basic Manners;

-Crate training (potty training);

-Understanding dog’s signals (when he/she needs to go outside);

-Socialization with people & other dogs;

-Heeling with emphasis on loose-leash walking

    • Board & Train Programs

-4 weeks Board & Train;

-Lifetime follow-up lessons;

Owners need to call to schedule an evaluation for more details.

    • Group Lessons

-Distractions and obedience in public settings;

-General commands around other dogs;

Costs: $50 per hour class

3. Peach on a Leash Dog Training and Behavior Services

Website: https://peachonaleash.com/

Address: Atlanta, GA

Phone number: +1 404-913-3234

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • In-Home Private Training, including:

-Puppy training;

-Manners and obedience;

-Aggression and reactivity;

-Leash training

-Behavioral issues like jumping and barking

-Fearful/shy dogs;

-Separation anxiety.

Costs: Starting at $359

    • Board & Train

-The program comes with these options: two-week, three-week, one-month duration;

-Minimum 14 nights will be required so that trainers can implement lasting results;

-Designed for puppies;

-Puppies need to meet the organization’s vaccination requirements;

-Customized training based on the owner’s needs;

Costs: Starting at $1949.

    • VIP Puppy Development Program

-Trainers help owners select an appropriate pup according to their needs and will conduct temperament testing;

-Puppies will be taken from the breeder and the following types of training will be conducted:

    1. Potty training;

    2. Crate training;

    3. Obedience and manners (including a Canine Good Citizen test);

    4. Sleeping through the night;

    5. Proper socialization;

    6. Puppies will be taken to a veterinarian, but owners are responsible for the costs;

    7. Puppies will live in a trainer’s home, and regular visits are allowed;

    8. Puppies will be kept from 2-5 months of age and sent back home trained as socialized;

    9. Follow-up training in owner’s home for a few months, including a group class of owner’s choice;

    10. Only one pup at a time for this service will be taken, so owners need to call in advance.

4. Atlanta Dog Wizard

Website: https://thedogwizard.com/

Address: Atlanta, GA

Phone number: +1 404-234-2205

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers Puppy training. Before making any recommendations trainers usually conduct an evaluation (free of charge). That way they will understand the dog’s needs and will recommend the best program for them. Costs also will be discussed. 

Hawaii

1. Island Dog Obedience

Website: https://dogtrainerhawaii.com/

Address: 401 Kamakee St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Phone number: +1 808-428-9917

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers puppy training. If owners are interested in it, they need to ensure that their pup is vaccinated up to date and is at least 5 months old.

    • 2-Week Board & Train Program

This program is designed for new puppy parents and includes:

-on-leash/off-leash training;

-correcting behavioral issues like leash reactivity, nipping, chewing, mild social anxiety, confidence developing;

Costs: Starting at $2500 + general exercise tax; A consultation fee of $50 can be applied towards Board & Train

2. Sit Means Sit Dog Training

Website: https://sitmeanssit.com/

Address: 2251 Hana Hwy, Haiku, HI 96708

Phone number: (808) 283‐3647

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

One of the training programs that the organization offers is Puppy Management.

-The program is designed for puppies at the age of 8-16 weeks;

-Training manners;

-Helping puppies develop confidence;

-Socialization;

-House/potty-training;

-Prevention of behavioral issues like biting, chewing;

-Basic commands like “sit”, “down”, “heel”, “place”.

A free evaluation is included.

3. Canine Coach Hawaii

Website: https://www.caninecoachhawaii.com/

Address: 770 Keolu Dr, Kailua, HI 96734, United States

Phone number: +1 808-312-2304

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • In-Home Puppy Consultation

The program includes:

-Private in-home lessons;

-Crate and marker training guide;

-Socialization;

-House training;

-Basic obedience;

-Walking on a leash;

-Pack structure;

-Raising a well-balanced puppy

Costs: $125

4. Bark! Bark! Backyard

Website: http://www.barkbarkbackyard.com/

Address: 1544 Haleukana St., #8, Lihue, HI 96766

Phone number: 808-320-3091

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

There are two puppy training programs that the organization offers:

    • Little Rascals Day School (designed for puppies between 9 weeks to 5 months)

 Puppies who participate in this program will spend 2 full days of schooling (spaced 7 days apart). 

The program includes:

-2 days of training at the organization’s facility (for puppies) - spaced 7 days apart;

-Two 2-hour consultations with family including children (over 10 years of age);

-Reading materials, hands-on instruction, 1 training lead;

-Sunday strut (group class) admissions;

-Invitation to a private online community;

-Lifetime support

Costs: $295

    • PAW-Jama Puppy - Overnight Training

The program includes:

-5- days/4-nights of training at the organization’s facility (for puppies);

-2 follow-up training days for the pup, including consultation with family at pick-up;

-Three 2-hour consultations with family including children (over 10 years of age);

-Reading materials, hands-on instruction, 1 training lead;

-Sunday Strut (group class) admissions;

-Invitation to a private online community;

-Lifetime support.

Costs: $595

Idaho

1. Positive Pets Dog Training

Website: https://www.positivepetsboise.com/

Address: 2374 E Cinema Dr #100, Meridian, ID 83642; 6675 S Eisenman Rd, Suite 140 Boise, ID 83716

Phone number: +1 208-888-0708

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $249

The organization offers a:

    • Puppy Pre-School 

-Designed for puppies at the age of 5 months or younger;

-Teaching the principles of raising a well-mannered, confident and social puppy;

-Private lessons and small group classes;

-Potty/house-training;

-Prevention of behavioral issues like biting and chewing;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “heel”, “come”, “place”.

-A free consultation.

    • Basic Obedience

It is designed for dogs over 5 months of age and includes:

-Small group classes;

-Designed for owners and other family members who want to be directly engaged in the training;

-Socializing with other dogs and people;

-Working around distractions;

SMALL GROUP DOG TRAINING CLASSES

Our small group classes here at Positive Pets Dog Training are designed for families who enjoy being directly involved in every step of the training process. Group classes offer the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners, including working around distractions. The classes are kept small to make sure each dog and their owners are able to get personal attention without getting lost in a large group.

Both courses are priced at $249.00.

2. Balanced Behaviors Dog Training LLC

Website: https://www.balancedbehaviors.com/

Address: Hillcrest, Idaho

Phone number: +1 208-497-3288

Email-Address:

Costs: Depending on the duration

    • Board & Train

This program is suitable for dogs and puppies and aims to create good obedience and a social foundation for the owners.

Each Board & Train is priced per dog.

• 1 Week Board & Train: $1050

-3 follow-up lessons;

-Designed for dog without behavioral issues;

-No e-collar, training collar add $30, place cot is included;

• 2 Week Board & Train: $2050

-3 follow-up lessons;

-Designed for dogs without behavioral issues;

-No e-collar, training collar add $30, place cot is included.

• 3 Week Board & Train: $3150:

-7 follow-up lessons;

-Minor behavioral issues;

-No e-collar unless requested (add $200), place cot is included, training collar add $30.

    • 4 Week Board & Train: $3850 

-8 follow-up lessons;

-Minor behavioral issues;

-E-collar, place cot, and training collar included

    • 6 Week Board & Train: $4850 

-Unlimited follow-up lessons throughout the life of the dog;

-Aggression, reactivity, or anxiety issues;

-E-collar, place cot, and training collar included

    • 8 Week Board & Train: $5250

-Unlimited follow-up lessons throughout the life of the dog;

-Aggression, reactivity, or anxiety issues;

-E-collar, place cot, and training collar included.

3. Blue Line K9 Dog Training

Website: https://www.bluelinek9dogtraining.com/

Address: 304 East 1st Street, Middleton, ID 83644

Phone number: +1 208-854-9846

Email-Address:

Costs:

    • Puppy Training Assessment: Free of charge

    • Private Puppy Training- 6 weeks program

-Meeting once a week;

-On-site at the training center or in the owner’s home;

-Designed to start puppies off with the proper tools so that they can continue training without trainers’ help.

Costs: $435.00 (Training Center); $599.00 (In-Home)

    • Private Puppy Training- 8 weeks program

- Designed to start puppies off with the proper tools so that they can continue training without trainers’ help;

-2 additional weeks to address behavioral issues;

-Additional goals and skills include: retrieving, tug play, focused heeling, remote collar introducing; field trips for environmental conditioning; 

-Basic obedience like “release”, “leave”;

-On-site training and in the owner’s home.

Illinois

1. Dog Training Now

Website: https://www.dogtrainingnow.com/

Address: 317 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193

Phone number: +1 847-836-2111; Fax: (847) 450-1215

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depending on the program

    • Puppy Day Camp

-Designed for puppies up to 16 weeks of age;

-Puppies must have been in the owner’s home at least 2 weeks before the first day of class;

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Socialization;

-Preparation to advance obedience programs;

-Available every weekday- owners drop their pups off between 07:00- 09:00 am and pick them up between 4:00-6:00 pm;

-Costs- $199 for a Monday-Friday pass. 

-Puppy Day Camp is only booked by the week to encourage consistent enrollment.

    • Best Life Training

It includes:

-2 weeks of Puppy Day Camp;

-10-day obedience training;

-10-days of gratitude refresher training;

-10-day advanced off-leash training;

-3 nights of graduate boarding (for the owner’s vacations);

-All the tools needed including a leather leash, a leather training tab, a 50' leash, a place bed, a local chew antler, and other types of equipment;

 -Costs: $3799.

    • Board and Train Boot Camp Programs

Options:

1.  5-Day Board and Train

It includes:

-Leash manners;

-Commands like “heel”, “sit”, “wait”;

-Costs: $1499

2.  12-Day Board and Train

It includes:

-All the fundamentals from the 5-Day Board and Train program;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “come”, “place”;

-Improved home manners;

-Addressing jumping as a behavioral issue;

-Costs: $2199.

3.  26-Day Board and Train:

It includes:

-All the fundamentals from the 12-Day Board and Train Program’

-Communication with the dog from distance;

-All stationary commands without needing a leash;

-Costs: $3999

4.  Best Life Board and Train:

Includes:

-1-year package;

-2 weeks of Puppy Day Camp;

-12-day obedience board and train;

-12-day advanced off-leash board and train;

-10 days of graduate refresher training

-3 nights of graduate boarding (for the owner’s vacations);

-All the tools needed including a leather leash, a leather training tab, a 50′ leash, a Place bed, a local chew antler, and other types of equipment;

-Costs: $6199

2. Perfect Manners Dog Training

Website: https://perfectdogtraining.com/

Address: Kane County

Phone number: +1 630-420-7070

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: $495

Puppy Training:

-Conducted in the owner’s home;

-Individual training according to the dog’s temperament;

-Training behavior;

-Basic commands like “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “come”, “wait”;

-Recommended age for the training process to begin- 10-12 weeks;

-Consultation via phone on the first call (potty training and socialization);

Obedience training and puppy training includes a four-session package for $495 prepaid. 

The general obedience package trains dogs the basic commands and addresses unwanted behaviors (Metro Chicago Only). Sessions are scheduled according to the owner’s plan and their dog’s progress. 

3. The Fine Canine Dog Training & Boarding

Website: http://www.finecanine.com/

Address: 5129, RFD, Long Grove, IL 60047;  830 N. Addison Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126; 1810 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, IL 60062

Phone number: +1 224-377-0384

Email-Address:

Costs:

The organization offers different types of programs for basic and advanced obedience, including:

    • AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Kindergarten training class 

 -This program incorporates the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy;

-Designed for puppies under the age of 4 months;

-Education on topics like leadership, manners, and socialization;

-Leadership training;

-Addressing individual issues like mouthing, chewing, barking, jumping, housebreaking;

-Walking on a leash training;

-Preventing the pup from digging in the yard;

-Crate training;

-Prevention the pup from whining and barking

    • Beginning Obedience

-6 weeks training program;

-Designed for dogs at least 16 weeks old;

-Vaccinations up to date required;

-Addressing issues like: jumping, digging, barking, nipping and pulling on a leash; 

-Obedience commands like: “sit”, “stand”, “stay”, “down”, “release”, “heel” (heel with automatic sit, heel with about turns, heel with corners, heel in serpentines; heel in figure eights, heel with changing pace;

-Keeping the dog’s attention.

4. Wagging Rights Dog Training

Website: https://www.waggingrightsdogtraining.com/

Address: South Elgin, IL 60177

Phone number: 847-682-2116

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers two Obedience & Relaxation programs:

1. The Starter (for puppies under 6 months);

2. The Essentials of Dog Training Program (for adult dogs over 6 months).

The Starter includes:

- Lessons once weekly, follow up sessions are scheduled on as needed basis;

- Potty training, crate training, socialization, puppy handling;

- Prevention of disruptive behaviors like: jumping, biting, chewing, barking, pulling, hyperactivity, digging;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “place”, “heel”, “drop it”, “leave it”;

-Focus training;

-Recall (come when called by name);

-How to play and relax;

-Using distance, duration, and distractions as training components;

-Free follow up support via text, email, phone or Facetime;

-Free follow-up lessons.

Indiana

1. Takacs In-Home Dog Training

Website: https://takacsdogtraining.com/

Address: Serving Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana

Phone number: 219-689-0180

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depends on the program

We will take a look at the following programs that the organization offers: Puppy Kindergarten Program,  Basic Obedience Training and Anxiety & Fear Program.

    • Puppy Kindergarten Program

It includes:

-House training;

-Socialization;

-Impulse control;

-Obedience;

-Leash Manners;

-Handling;

-Proper praise:

-Correcting behaviors like: nipping and chewing.

It is designed for puppies at the age of 7 to 16 weeks and includes 5 sessions in Puppy Kindergarten.

Costs: $550.

    • Basic Obedience Training

It includes:

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping, barking, chewing, separation anxiety, fear, and anxiety, resource guarding;

-Leash manners;

-Basic obedience.

It consists of 4 sessions of Basic Obedience training.

Costs: $450.

    • Anxiety & Fear Program

It is designed for puppies and dogs and includes:

-Reactivity

-Barking

-Lunging

-Poor Leash Manners

-Resource Guarding

-Separation Anxiety

It consists of 5 sessions of Anxiety & Fear training. 

Costs: $550.

2. Kasten's Dog Training Inc

Website: https://kastensdogtraining.com/

Address: 57185 Jefferson Pkwy, Bristol, IN 46507

Phone number: +1 574-522-7050

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Preschool Class

It includes:

-A consultation for the owners and their pups;

-Weekly meetings;

-Confidence building;

-Socialization;

-Critical communication and trust development;

-1 consultation;

It is designed for puppies between 8 and 17 weeks old.

Costs: $100.

    • Puppy Residency

It includes:

-Addressing behavioral issues like housebreaking, biting, chewing...etc.;

-Crate training;

-Socialization and social skills development;

-Basic obedience;

-Leash manners;

-Puppy manual, access to the Puppy Preschool class and “go home” lesson.

This program is available in two options:

1. Jump Start;

2. Manners Matter.

Costs:

Jump Start – 4 days/3 nights, 1 go home lesson – $500

All-Star – 8 days/7nights, 1 go home lesson – $900

3. Paws & Play Dog Resort & Training Center

Website: https://www.pawsandplaydogresort.com/

Address: 9001 E. 133rd Place, Fishers, IN 46038

Phone number: (317) 776-7824, f(317) 813-4050

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: 

    • Stay & Train Program

It is available in three variations:

1. Basic Skills;

2. Advanced Skills;

3. New Puppy Skills.

The New Puppy Skills program is designed for puppies between 10-20 weeks old.

Week 1 Goals:

-Beginning crate training;

-Beginning house training;

- Socialization;

-Recall (teaching name);

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping and chewing;

- Handling exercises;

-New puppy owner education;

-Introducing leash and collar.

Week 2 Goals:

-All the tasks from the previous level;

-Addressing biting and nipping as behavioral issues;

-Walking on a leash;

-Attention-getting;

-Greeting people;

-Obedience skills like “stay” and “come”;

-Grooming exercises.

    • Puppy Star Class

This class is based on the AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program. It is designed for puppies at the age of 10 to 20 weeks and includes:

-6-week training sessions;

-Socialization;

-Basic training like “sit”, “stay”, “wait”, “come”, “down”, “leave it”;

-Teaching owners about the proper amount of exercises for their pups;

-Teaching owners on how to be responsible dog owners;

Dogs that pass all of the items on the test will be listed in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy records.

Costs: $129.95

    • Basic Skills Class

It includes:

-6-week training sessions;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “stay”, “stand”, “down”, “heel”, “leave it”, “take it”, “settle”, “off”;

-Socialization with other dogs and people.

Costs: $149.95

    • Private Lessons

Private lessons are one hour long. Lesson packages are available. 

Costs:

Private lesson at organization’s facility- $74.95

Private lesson at owner’s home- $129.95

The organization offers also a Play & Train Program (5 weeks) and Workshops.

4. Circle City Dog Training

Website: https://circlecitydogtraining.com/

Address: Indianapolis

Phone number: (317) 527-6275

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

The organization offers “Puppy Training in Indianapolis”

The program is designed for puppies who are at least 7 weeks old. This program is in-house training and includes:

-Basic obedience;

-Addressing behavioral issues like chewing, barking, mouthing, separation anxiety, housebreaking;

-Addressing additional issues that puppies are dealing with.

Iowa

1. All Dogs Unleashed Des Moines

Website: https://www.alldogsunleashed.com/

Address: 909 55th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Phone number: (515) 480-7977

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Board and Training

This is a 2-week program, designed for puppies, busy owners, and dogs who need extra attention. 

It includes:

-Obedience training: recall (come when Called), “sit”, “stay”, “heel”, “wait”, “place”

-Potty training/house training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like biting, mouthing, jumping, pulling on a leash. whining/barking, chewing and digging;

-Crate training (if desired)

-Aggression issues.

    • In-Home Dog Training

It includes:

- Recall (come when called)

-Walk in a heeling position;

-Obedience training: “sit”, “stay”, go to a certain place and wait;

-Understanding of boundaries;

-Potty training;

-Addressing separation anxiety;

-Desensitizing to distractions.

 It consists of two training sessions. Each of them is scheduled two weeks apart, so that owners can practice with their dog the learned skills.

2. Pupstart Family Dog Training & Behavior Consulting

Website: https://www.pupstart.com/

Address: Johnston and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 515-669-5200

Email-Address:

Costs: Depends on the program

Puppy training

Puppy training can be conducted at owner’s home or via Zoom. It may last 90 minutes to 2 hours.

It includes:

-House training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like chewing, biting, nipping;

-Puppy handling, petting, and proper playing;

-Basic obedience- start training the “sit” command; Recall (come when called);

-Making a schedule (feeding, exercising, playing, socializing);

-Socialization with other animals and children.

New Puppy Visit in the owner’s home: $142.50 to $190.00.

Zoom New Puppy Visit: $100. 

Two options are available after the New Puppy Visit: 

Option #1

Family Coaching Packages:

$270 (3-pack)

$340 (4-pack)

$480 (6-pack)

Sessions within a package are longer than one hour. Owners have 90 days to complete their package.

Option #2

Pay As You Go ($95/hour)

A trainer comes to the owner’s home and works with the owner and their pup.

There is an option #3, which is unavailable during the pandemic.

Day Training (not offered during the pandemic)

$500/week (two-week minimum)

3. Happy Acres Dog Training

Website: https://happyacresdog.com/

Address: 1526 Hogback Bridge Rd, Earlham, IA 50072

Phone number: +1 253-951-5940

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Training classes

Classes are $165 for 7 weekly sessions at each level.

1. Puppy Trans4Mation: 2 Levels

This program takes 7 weeks and is designed for puppies between 8 and 24 weeks old. 

Costs: $165 for each level.

It includes:

Level 1

-Impulse control;

-Basic skills- “sit”, “come”, “down”, recognizing its name...etc.;

Levеl 2

-Puppies must have completed Level 1;

-Puppy obedience;

-Veterinary skills;

-Additional commands so that pups become well-balanced dogs.

Puppies who participated in both levels will be able to complete the AKC Star Puppy Test.

    • Online Courses

Puppy Trans4Mation Level 1 and Level 2 are also available online.

    • Private Lessons: In-Person or Virtual

Costs:

1 Private lesson: $80

4 private lessons: $280

4. Knallhart Kennels & Training Academy

Website: https://www.knallhartacademy.com/

Address: 4434 Taft Ave SE, Iowa City, IA 52240

Phone number: +1 319-573-2133

Email-Address:

Costs:

    • Boarding & Training

It is available in two variations:

1. Family Dog Programs;

2. Working Dog Programs.

The organization’s Puppy Program is a part of their Family Dog Program and includes 4 week training sessions. Puppies and dogs must be at least 16 weeks old and have all required vaccinations up to date.  

Costs: $3900

5. Best Friends Dog Academy, LLC

Website: https://www.bestfriendsdogacademy.com/

Address: 4852 Sand Rd SE building c, Iowa City, IA 52240

Phone number: +1 319-321-4092

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depends on the program

    • Private Training

Option #1

Coaching - Single Session

Costs: A single 1 hour coaching session: $100.

Option #2

Private Training - Coaching - Packages of 3 or 6 sessions

Costs: 3 one-hour private training coaching sessions: $250.

Private training sessions may be applied to different situations like bringing home a new puppy.

Trainers can help with:

-Puppy proofing before it comes home;

-Crate training;

-Proper manners and skills.

    • Virtual or Telephone Private Training - Coaching

Costs: A package of 3 virtual training sessions: $250

    • Group Classes

-Limited number of dogs per class;

-Individualized attention;

-Benefiting from the presence of other dogs and people.

Kansas

1. KC Dawgz Dog Training Academy

Website: https://kcdawgz.com/

Address: 10750 El Monte St #200, Overland Park, KS 66211

Phone number: +1 913-217-7288

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

Puppy Private Training:

    • Puppy Private Training 

It is designed for puppies up to 9 months of age.

Costs: $399

It includes:

-The same curriculum as the Puppy 101 Program that the organization offers;

-4 pack of private lessons;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “down”, “heel”, “place”, recall (come when called);

-Grooming manners;

-Potty training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping, mouthing, chewing, resource guarding;

It is important to note that due to the 1 on 1 nature of the program, social skills development is not included. 

    • Complete Puppy Package 

Costs: $849

It includes: 

-Puppy 101 (or Puppy Private Training);

-Puppy 201;

-Canine Good Citizen Certification Testing;

-8 Group Obedience Classes;

-8 Week Agility Class;

    • Basic Puppy Package – $649

This program is similar to the Complete Package, but does not include the agility course. It includes: 

-Puppy 101 (or Puppy Private Training);

-Puppy 201;

-Canine Good Citizen Certification Testing;

-8 Group Obedience Classes. 

    • Board & Training Programs:

1. Essentials Program (2 weeks);

Costs: $1,600 (+$26/night – Boarding fee)

2. Behavioral Modification (3 weeks);

Costs: $2,000 (+$26/night – Boarding fee)

3. Master Training (4 weeks)

Costs: $2,400 (+$26/night – Boarding fee)

    • Group Training Classes:

1. PUPPY 101 CLASS

It includes 8 Classes (60mins) – $309;

2. Complete Puppy Package – $849;

3. Basic Puppy Package – $649;

4. PUPPY 201 CLASS- $309

2. Beyond the Dog, LLC

Website: https://dogobedienceandtraining.com/

Address: 4800 Rainbow Blvd #1/2, Westwood, KS 66205;  15346 S Keeler St Ste Olathe, KS 66062;  6520 W 110th St Ste 201 B, Overland Park, KS 66211

Phone number: (913) 514-4930, (913) 225-6541, (913) 222-4824

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $140 per session

The organization offers various programs including In-Home private training programs, which are designed for puppies and dogs.

    • In-Home private training

It includes:

-Addressing the following issues: play biting, chewing, housebreaking;

-Separation anxiety;

-Storm phobia;

-Weekly sessions or as needed, depending on the behavioral issues;

-60-minutes per session;

According to the information listed on the website owners usually enroll in 2 or 3 sessions.

Costs: $140 for a 60-minute session

A fee of $10-15/ per session can be charged for locations outside of the organization’s service area. If applicable, owners will be notified of this prior to starting.

3. Gentle Dog Training .Com

Website: https://www.gentledogtraining.com/

Address: 13955 W 175th St, Overland Park, KS 66221

Phone number: +1 913-909-9609

Email-Address:

Costs: Depending on the program

The organization offers various programs including Balanced Training, Training 1-on-1, and different classes.

    • Balanced Training- In-Home Option

It is suitable for puppies to learn basics and address behavioral issues. It includes:

-House training;

-Loving leadership;

-Correcting behavioral issues like barking, jumping, digging;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Basic obedience- “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “leave it”, “go to your place”;

- Recall (come when called);

-Boundary training;

-Behavior modification techniques;

-Management strategies;

-Socialization;

-K-9 Coach's Training Kit

-30-day, full money-back guarantee

-1 year of follow-up, as needed: private lessons in your home, phone or email consultation

-An opportunity to return for Leadership Boarding Camp 1, 2 in the organization’s kennels, even after a year.

    • Off-Leash Board & Train

It includes:

-Walk politely on a leash;

-Recall (Come when called,) on/off leash;

- Basic obedience commands;

- Kennel training;

- Good house manners;

- Socialization with other dogs and people;

-Preventing from negative habits;

-Remote collar training.

-2+ weeks of boarding;

-2+ weeks of training, including off-leash training

-30-day, full money-back guarantee

-K-9 Coach’s Training Kit

-Remote training collar, transmitter, and charger

-1 year of follow-up, as needed: private in-studio lessons, phone or email consultation.

    • Classes

Designed for puppies at the age of 12 weeks or older and consists of 5 group sessions in a training studio. These classes are 1 hour long. Each group class takes place 5 consecutive weeks in a row. Puppies need to wear a secure collar, be on a leash and have all vaccinations up to date.

Classes include:

-Loving leadership;

-Walking on a loose leash

-Basic obedience, i.e.: “sit”, “stay”, “leave it”, “down”;

-Recall (Come when called);

-Using an emergency recall word

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping, barking, and digging;

-Boundary training;

-Retrieving;

-Behavioral modification techniques;

-Focus training;

-K-9 Coach’s Training Kit and Access to Training Videos;

-30-day, full money-back guarantee;

-An opportunity to return to the organization’s kennels for Leadership Boarding Camp 2, 3.

Costs: $289

4. K.I.S.S. Dog Training

Website: https://kissdogtraining.com/

Address: Located in Shawnee, Kansas, and operates all over the Kansas City metro, including Overland Park, Olathe, and surrounding areas

Phone number: 913-269-7595

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: Depend on the program

Puppy Training Packages:

    • Tiny Diamonds Puppy Package (designed for puppies between the age of 8 and 19 weeks old)

Costs: $100

It includes: 

-1-one hour in-home session;

-Potty training;

-Socialization;

-What comes after socialization.

    • Tiny Diamonds PLUS Bundle

Costs: $400

It includes:

-four 1-hour in-home training sessions;

• Tiny Diamonds Puppy In-Home Session ($100)

• Gold Package In-Home Training Package ($350)

• Tiny Diamonds FINISHING Bundle

Costs: $600

It includes:

-Everything from the Tiny Diamonds PLUS Bundle, along with the Diamonds in the Ruff Finishing Group Class;

-Tiny Diamonds Puppy In-Home Session ($100);

-Gold Package In-Home Training Package ($350);

-Diamonds in the Ruff Finishing Group Class ($250).

    • Tiny Diamonds GRAD Bundle

Costs: $800

It includes:

-Everything from Tiny Diamonds PLUS & Finishing Bundles, along with the Diamonds in the Ruff Grad School Group Class;

-Tiny Diamonds Puppy In-Home Session ($100);

-Gold Package In-Home Training Package ($350);

-Diamonds in the Ruff Finishing Group Class ($250);

-Diamonds in the Ruff Grad School Group Class ($250);

    • Video Tiny Diamonds Puppy Session

It is designed for puppies between 8-19 weeks old.

Costs: $75

-1-hour Session;

-Instructions no how to start;

-Soft mouthing;

-Potty training;

-2 free e-books;

-Puppy socialization checklist;

-What comes after Socialization.

Kentucky 

1. Stonnie Dennis | Kentucky Canine Training Center

Website: https://kentuckycanine.com/

Address: 1800 Cabin Creek Rd, Winchester, KY 40391

Phone number: +1 859-737-4404

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Professional Consulting

Costs: $250 per hour

    • Online Coaching - One Year Puppy To Adulthood Basic Obedience and Agility 

Costs: $1,500

    • This program is suitable for owners who want to become competent amateur dog trainers but do not have access to a professional training facility. 

    • In Kennel Obedience and Socialization Package

Costs: $3,500 

It includes:

-Online coaching course/pre-boarding preparatory instruction;

-28 days of learning and socialization opportunities at the organization’s facility

-Personalized follow up instruction (in person and via their Online Coaching Library and Journal);

-Socialization;

-Daily mental and physical exercises.

    • Online Coaching - Puppy Basic Obedience and Agility

2. Bulletproof Dog Training

Website: https://bulletproofdogtraininglouisville.com/

Address: 2722 Fleming Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

Phone number: +1 502-443-9776

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Group Training Classes- 1 hour sessions

Week 1 ($110 for the class)

-Behavior/Potty Training Lecture

-Basic commands: “sit”, “break”, “watch me”

Week 2

-Review

-Basic commands: “off”, “take it”

-Loose leash walking

-Socialization

Week 3

-Review

-Desensitization

-Continued loose leash walking

-Socialization

Week 4

-Review

-Increased desensitization

-Socialization

-Q&A

-Graduation Photos

Puppies must be fully vaccinated and must complete WK 1 before scheduling WK 2. Also, it can be scheduled a week apart.

3. Off-Leash K9 Training Lexington

Website: https://dogtrainerlexingtonky.com/

Address: 3323 Partner Pl Unit 8, Lexington, KY 40503

Phone number: +1 859-317-2601

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $100

    • Puppy Training Consultation- 1 hour

This is designed for dogs under the age of 6 months.

Louisiana 

1. Puppy Paws Dog Training

Website: https://puppypawsdogtraining.com/

Address: Serving Shreveport and Bossier City, LA

Phone number: +1 318-295-5434

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

The organization offers various classes, divided into levels.

    • Puppy/Beginner Class

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Re-house training a newly adopted dog;

-Addressing issues like chewing and jumping on people;

-Crate training;

-Basic obedience: walk on a leash, recall (come when called), meeting calmly family and friends; 

The program consists of weekly sessions.

You can also take a look at the behavioral services that the organization provides.

2. Top Dog Training Academy

Website: https://www.ineedmydogtrained.com/

Address: St. Charles Parish and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 985-345-3911

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The training programs available on the organization’s website are:

    • Puppy Training

It addresses issues like barking, nipping, and other kinds of house training accidents.

    • Private Lessons

    • Board N’ Train

Owners can choose from a basic and an advance Board N' Train Program. They are available in three variations: 1, 2, and 3-week programs.  

    • Behavior Modification

3. Ann Becnel Companion Dogs

Website: http://abcompaniondogs.com/

Address: 6107 West End Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

Phone number: +1 504-616-6067

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: 

    • Private Dog Training Consultation

Consultation may be provided in regard to:

1. Polite Manners;

- Walking on a leash;

-Recall (coming when called);

-Prevention from no jumping up on people, chewing, and other behavioral issues.

2. Puppy Essentials

-Housebreaking;

-Addressing issues like mouthing, chewing, separation anxiety, crate training, socialization...etc..

3. Service Dog

-Canine Good Citizen;

-Service dog tasks;

-Public access.

4. Therapy Dog

-Canine Good Citizen;

-Skills specific to therapy dogs;

-Aptitude exercises;

-Pet partners registration and testing.

    • Dog Training Classes

Costs: $399

These classes are divided in to two groups: a Puppy Training Class and a Dog Training Class.

They include:

-Obedience skills like “sit”, “down”, “stay”;

-Recall (come when called);

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Reactions to distractions and other dogs;

The organization also teaches the Canine Good Citizen Program by the American Kennel Club, testing is included.

4. Mill Pond Kennels

Website: https://www.millpondkennels.com/obedience

Address: 800 Leblanc Rd, Duson, LA 70529

Phone number: +1 337-230-1273

Email-Address:

Costs:

    • Puppy Foundation (4 weeks)

Costs: $950

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Routine;

-Impulse control;

-Prevention from jumping;

-Auto-sit;

-Implied Stay (opening door, sitting at a table)

-Leash manners, “heel” command;

-Training around distractions.

    • Off-Leash Training (6 weeks)

Costs: $1575

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Routine;

-Impulse control;

-Auto-sit;

-Implied Stay (opening door, sitting at a table);

-Prevention from jumping;

-Leash manners, “heel”

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “no”, “here”, “place”;

-Training around distractions;

-E-collar is included.

    • Puppy Foundation + Off-Leash Combo (8 weeks)

Costs:$2125

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Routine;

-Crate training;

-Impulse control;

-Prevention from jumping;

-Auto-sit;

-Implied stay (opening door, sitting at table);

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “place”, “down”, “here”

-Training around distractions;

-Leash manners, “heel” command;

-E-collar is included.

Maine

1. Mr. Dog Training

Website: http://mrdogtraining.com

Address: 270 State Rd, West Bath, ME 04530

Phone number: +1 207-798-1232

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Online Classes

They are divided into five groups:

1.Basic Obedience;

2.Intermediate Obedience;

3.Tricks;

4.Dog Behavior Forensics;

5.Doga;

1. The Basic Obedience class may be most suitable for puppy owners.

Costs: $145 for the class; $165 for the class plus a downloadable Basic Obedience training video.

It consists of 5 weeks meeting via zoom, 1 hour per week, and includes:

-Homework;

-Dog body language 101 video;

-Problem-solving handouts;

-Certificate of completion. 

    • In-Person Obedience Classes

They are available as:

1.The Puppy Academy;

2.Intermediate Obedience 1 (CGC Prep);

3.Advanced Obedience.

1. The Puppy Academy

Costs: $100 for the session that includes my Puppy 101 video 

It takes place 4 weeks, 30 minutes a week.

Puppies must have been in the owner’s home 10 days and have received at least their first shot for distemper/parvovirus.

The organization offers also In-Person Activities Classes and Single Classes.

2. Maine Dog Training Company

Website: https://www.mainedogtrainingco.com/

Address: 25 Stanwood St, Brunswick Maine

Phone number: +1 207-232-9005

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

We will pay attention to the programs and classes that the organization offers, which will help you create the foundations for your pup.

    • In-Home Training

It includes:

-Obedience;

-Housebreaking;

-Socialization;

-Relaxed leash manners;

-Recall (come when called);

-Addressing problems like resource guarding, fear aggression, stealing items;

-Managing multiple dogs;

-E-collar training

    • Board And Train Programs

Costs: $950/week including a collar 

It is designed for dogs at the age of 4 months and older and includes:

-Coming out a crate calmly;

-Clicker training;

-Leash manners;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “down”.

3. PoeticGold Farm Dog Training, INC

Website: https://poeticgold.com/

Address: 7 Trillium Ln, Falmouth, ME 04105

Phone number: +1 207-274-0768

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

There are many training programs available on the organization’s website. The Basic Classes, that puppy owners are likely to benefit from, are:

    • S.T.A.R. Puppy

    • Family Dog Manners

    • Canine Good Citizen

    • Recall and Attention Heeling Class

    • Control Unleashed

4. The Capable Canine

Website: https://www.thecapablecanine.com/

Address: 863 Alfred St, Arundel, ME 04046

Phone number: +1 207-604-0480

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Private Training

Costs: $90 per hour at The Capable Canine or $120 for in-home visits. Trainers only travel 15 miles from their location.

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Addressing issues like barking, lunging at other dogs, nipping, jumping, pulling on a leash, chewing, not coming when called, counter surfing.

    • Group Training

1. Puppy Class (4 weeks)

Costs: $110.00

It includes:

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “come”, “down”;

-Loose leash walking;

-Potty training;

-Socialization;

-Addressing issues like chewing, biting...etc.

2.Puppy Socialization Class (3 weeks)

Costs: $90

It is designed for puppies from 8 to 17 weeks of age. 

Emphasis on:

-Impulse control 

-Off-leash reliability. 

-Items like tunnels, ladders, platforms, etc.., will be introduced.

Maryland

1. Sit Means Sit Dog Training Bel Air

Website: https://sitmeanssit.com/

Address: 2222 Kalmia Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015

Phone number: +1 410-420-2273

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

There is a Puppy Training Program available that is designed for puppies from 8 weeks to 15 weeks old. 

    • Puppy Training includes:

-Kennel training;

-House-breaking;

-Basic commands;

-Socialization;

-Walking on a leash;

2. Baltimore Dogworks, LLC

Website: https://www.baltimoredogworks.com/

Address: P.O. Box 7368, Baltimore, MD 21227

Phone number: +1 410-205-5547

Email-Address: [email protected] 

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Hybrid Puppy Program

Costs: $695

Training will be conducted at trainer’s location ((Halethorpe, MD)

It includes:

-3 in-person one-on-one classes (each class is 60 minutes);

-Puppy Group Drop-ins: a 60 day membership (Wednesday evenings, Sunday afternoons; up to 8 classes per month);

    • Private Puppy Program- 6 Individual Lessons

Costs: $800

Training will be conducted at the trainer’s location (Halethorpe, MD)

It includes:

- 6 in-person one-on-one classes (each class is 60 minutes);

Both programs feature:

-Online and phone support on the covered material until the dog reaches 8 months of age;

-Online training guide;

-24-7 access to a private FB group;

-Equipment: Cotton webbed leash (6 inches) and cotton long line (20 inch), training collar (type determined by the trainer), clicker, elevated pet cot

-Optional Add-Ons: a Day Train package; as Puppy Group Drop-ins monthly membership. 

Puppies will be trained:

-Accept confinement calmly (no protest);

-Emotional elasticity and coping skills (being able to ‘bounce back’);

-Novel experiences;

-Tolerate physical handling and restraint

-Access rewards;

-Relieve pressure;

-Development of good behaviors;

-Prevention of bad habits;

-Crate training;

-Walking on a leash

3. Your Dog's Friend

Website: https://yourdogsfriend.org/

Address: Mailing Address: 12221 Parklawn Dr, Rockville, MD 20852;  Training Center: 12221 Parklawn Dr, Rockville, MD 20852; Donations: 11401 South Glen Rd. Potomac, MD 20854

Phone number: 301-983-5913

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depending on the program

The organization offers the following puppy training programs among its training classes:

    • Puppy Kindergarten (Beginner class)

1. In-person Puppy Kindergarten at the organization’s training center in Rockville, MD

It is designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 18 weeks old.

Costs: $210

It includes:

-six 75-minute sessions;

-Socialization;

2. Live, online Puppy Kindergarten via Zoom

It is designed for puppies up to 6 months old.

Costs: $190

It includes:

-6 60-minutes sessions;

-Live demos, discussion, and pre-recorded videos;

-Coaching;

    • Puppy Party

Costs: $35 per session:  one session, 45 minutes each

-It is available as an In-person Puppy Party at the organization’s training center only;

-It is designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 6 months;

-Puppies will be matched based on size and compatibility.

    • Puppy Social

Costs: $35: one session,  15-minutes, one-on-one, guided session

-It is available as an In-person Puppy Social at the organization’s training center;

-The program is designed for puppies from 8 weeks to 6 months old;

-Puppies will be able to explore various items and equipment based on age-appropriate introductions. 

    • Puppy 1st Grade

Costs: $200: Six Sessions, 60-minutes each;

-Puppies must have finished the Puppy Kindergarten;

-This class is also suitable for puppies who have completed Advanced Puppy and Puppapalooza;

-It is available as an In-person Puppy 1st Grade at the organization’s training center.

    • Puppy 2nd Grade

Costs: $200: Six sessions, 60-minutes each

-Puppies must have completed the Puppy 1st Grade.

-In-person Puppy 2nd Grade at the organization's training center in Rockville, MD

-It includes more advanced skills and distractions.

    • Adolescent Dog Class (Beginner class)

1. In-person Adolescent Dog at the training center in Rockville, MD

Costs: $200

It is designed for dogs from 5 months to 18 months old and includes:

-6 60-minutes sessions;

-Basic manners;

-Exercises to prevent future fear and aggressive behavior

2. Live, online Adolescent Dog via Zoom

Costs: $190

It is designed for dogs between 5 and 8 months old and features:

-6 60-minute sessions;

-Live demos, discussion, and pre-recorded videos;

-Coaching 

Massachusetts

1. Argos Dog Training

Website: https://argostraining.com/

Address: 1066 Washington St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

Phone number: 617-302-7467

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Kindergarten

Costs: $120

It is designed for puppies from 8 to 12 weeks and includes:

-4 classes (training materials are not included)

-House training;

-Play biting;

-Chewing;

-Socialization.

Puppies must have their first set of shots. 

    • Puppy Kindergarten 2: Additional Socialization

Costs: $180

It is designed for puppies from 13 to 20 weeks and includes:

-4 classes;

-All classes must be finished before your pup gets 21 weeks old;

-Puppy Socialization;

2. Southcoast Dog Training & Care, Inc.

Website: https://www.southcoastdogtraininginc.com/

Address: 764 Reed Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747

Phone number: +1 774-520-3647

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program

It is designed for puppies under the age of 5 months and features:

-6 week sessions;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Recall (come when called);

-Walking on a leash;

The program aims at creating responsible owners and trains pups beyond basic obedience.

3. I Wuff You Dog Training and Coaching

Website: http://iwuffyoudogtraining.com/

Address: Holden, Ma, 01520 USA 

Phone: +1 508-250-6190

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Behavior Training- Basic Manners and Skills

It includes:

-Getting pup’s attention training;

-Focus training;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “drop”, “leave it”, “off”

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Potty training protocol and schedule;

-Prevention from biting, chewing, jumping and barking, separation anxiety, fear, reactivity, and aggression;

-Crate training;

-Body handling, touch, and tool desensitization 

-Socialization;

Michigan

1. Tip Top K9 Dog Training

Website: https://tiptopk9.com/

Address: Troy, Michigan

Phone number: 1.833.484.7867

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

 The program focuses on three topics:

-Environmental soundness;

-Socialization with dogs and people;

-Potty Training.

Puppies between 8 weeks old to 4 months old will be engaged in these three types of training.

2. TipTopTails Dog Training

Website: https://tiptoptails.com/

Address: 1030 S 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Phone number: +1 269-539-1847

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Classes

1. Puppies under 6 months old / under 1-year-old if they are representatives of a toy breed and under 40 pounds:

-Puppy (in-person class)

-Puppy Jump Start (online class)

-Puppy Problem Solver or Crate Training (online workshops);

2. Puppies between 6-12 months old or over 40 pounds with little or no prior training:

-Basic Manners (in-person class, online class)

-Topics workshops such as “jump stops here”, “go to bed”, “stay focused”.

3. Pups between 6-12 months old who have completed a puppy class or equivalent (posses basic obedience and know the commands: “sit”, “down”, and have started training on “wait”, “stay”, leash-walking and recall):

-Tweener Dog (in-person) for building good manners and impulse control

-Topics workshops and classes such as “jump stops here”, “walk this way”, “stay focused”, “beyond the backyard”;

-Dog sports workshops and classes.

    • Puppy Day School (8 days of school)

Costs: $1,500

It is designed for puppies under five months old / under 1 year if they are representatives of a toy breed, and are spayed/neutered, and under 40 pounds.

It includes:

-Playtime;

-Manners training;

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Socialization;

-1 hour pre-enrollment consultation and lesson;

-End of session parent-teacher conference

-Written handouts

-The Puppy Primer book by Patricia McConnell.

    • Lessons

Costs:

In-person individual lesson, $200/one hour, $570/three-hour package, $925/five-hour package;

Online lesson, $90/30 minutes, $175/one hour, $490/three-hour package;

Lesson plus multi-week class package, $375/six-week class, $350/five-week class, $315/four-week class;

Group lesson, $200 total for up to four dog-handler teams. 

3. At Whits End Dog Training

Website: https://www.awedogtraining.com/

Address: Wayne County and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 586-619-7225

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

It is designed for puppies under 6 months old and features:

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “come”;

-Leash training;

-Training the pup on how to pay attention.

Minnesota

1. Lucky Paws Dog & Puppy Training

Website: http://www.luckypawsmn.com/

Address: Pampered Pooch Playground, 7020 Walker St, Minneapolis, MN 55426

Phone number: +1 612-205-7781

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $1000 for the Puppy Jumpstart

A program designed for puppies up to 9 months old that takes place in Minnesota is:

    • Puppy Jumpstart - 7 days 

Costs: $1000

It includes 5 core skills:

-”Sit”;

-”Wait”- impulse control and patience;

-“Leave it”- Prevention of chewing and stealing;

-Name recognition;

-Foundation leash walking skills;

-Addressing issues such as jumping up, biting, nipping

   • Puppy Kindergarten

It is designed for puppies between 8 and 20 weeks old

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Prevention of nipping, biting, chewing, and not listening

The organization also offers online training and private training sessions. 

2. pupDOGS Training, LLC

Website: https://www.pupdogs.com

Address: 7071 Shady Oak Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Phone number: +1 952-913-3170

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Introduction

Costs: A pre-registration fee of $20 is required

This is a one-night class, required before beginning with the Head Start or Kinder Pup.

It is offered online.

    • Head Start Pup

Costs: A pre-registration fee of $120 is required

It is designed for puppies between 8 and 18 weeks on their first night of class

The program features six 1-hour classes.

    • Kinder Pup

Costs: A pre-registration fee of $120 is required

It is designed for pups between 19 weeks and 8 months old.

The program includes six 1-hour classes.

    • Private Training

Costs:

-Initial Consultation- 90 minutes- $150

-Training Sessions- 60 minutes- $110

-Package of 3 sessions- $315

-Puppy Jump Start Package- 3 one-hour sessions- $300

Private Dog Training & Behavior Consultations as home and private visits have been offered as well.

3. Neuman K-9 Academy, Inc.

Website: https://www.mndogtraining.com/

Address: 14060 Irish Ave N, Hugo, MN 55038

Phone number: +1 651-653-3770; fax: fax: (651) 344-0818

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depends on the program

    • Puppy Training Boot Camp

It includes:

-Puppy obedience training (imprinting);

-Pack socialization;

-Physical conditioning;

-Treadmill training for puppies;

-Confidence building;

-Proper etiquette;

-Field trips;

-Video proof;

-Handler training.

This program is available in the following variations:

1. 4-week Puppy Boot Camp

Costs: $3600

It is designed for puppies between 4-12 months of age.

2. 8-Week Puppy Boot Camp

Costs: $5400

It is designed for puppies between 4-12 months of age.

3. 12-Week Puppy Boot Camp

Costs: $7400

It is designed for puppies between 4-12 months of age.

According to the information listed on the website: A $200/month fee will be applied to the prices for giant breed puppies who need a colossal size crate.

Mississippi

1. The K9 Consultant

Website: https://midsouthdogtraining.com/

Address: Memphis/North Mississippi and surrounding areas

Phone number: +1 901-337-4267

Email-Address:

Costs:

The Puppy training program includes:

-Prevention of house training accidents, barking, nipping or other behavioral issues;

-Puppies will be put into a class and taught all of the necessary skills and behaviors;

-Interaction with other dogs is included Yes, this includes interaction with other dogs. 

2. Alpha Canine Training Center, Inc.

Website: https://alphak9.com/

Address: 5208 N State St, Jackson, MS 39206

Phone number: +1 601-368-9944

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

It is designed for puppies who are at least 16 weeks old

It focuses on shaping good habits like:

-Housebreaking;

-Kenneling;

-Going for walks;

-Manners while riding well in vehicles

3. Good Dog Obedience

Website: https://gooddogms.com/

Address: 213 Tulane Rd, Hernando, MS 38632

Phone number: +1 901-299-2441

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Kindergarten

Costs: $100

It is offered to puppies between 3 to 6 months of age. The puppies are allowed to play with each other and are handled by the other owners. 

It features general care and gives pieces of advice (question/answer session) at the end of each class.  Duration of one class: 45 minutes- 1 hour

The program consists of 5 sessions

    • Private Classes 

Costs: $75 per hour

These are offered when the owner meets with the instructor.  They can cover certain behavioral issues or learn puppy methods. The basics can be taught in 3 sessions. 

Missouri

1. St. Louis Obedience Training

Website: https://www.stlobediencetraining.com/

Address: Richmond Heights & Neighboring Areas

Phone number: 314-884-8804 (call or text)

Email-Address: [email protected] 

Costs:

    • Puppy Socialization Group Class

Costs: $120 for 4-session package

It is designed for friendly puppies under 5 months old.

The program includes:

-Confidence development with other dogs and humans;

-Learning and practicing new skills;

-Politely greeting new people;

-Prevention of jumping

    • In-Home Training

Costs: $105 per In-Home Session (1 hour)

It is suitable for new puppy owners who want personal attention and customized training. It is suitable for developing plans for:

-Crate training;

-Prevention of jumping, biting, nipping;

-Housebreaking.

    • New Puppy Package

Costs: $315 for 4 Puppy Social Classes + 2 In-Home Training Sessions

It is designed for puppies under 5 months old.

It includes:

-Addressing behavioral issues like housebreaking, jumping, nipping;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “leave it”, “free”, “watch”;

-Politely greeting

    • Daycare & Boarding

Costs: Starting at $60 per day

This program combines daycare and training.

It includes:

-30+ minutes customized training time;

-Focusing on behavioral problems or practicing the basics.

According to the information listed about the last program, this offering is reserved for students of the organization, also must be hypoallergenic.

2. Positive Paws Pet Training

Website: https://positivepawstraining.com/

Address: 942 Weatherstone Dr, St Charles, MO 63304

Phone number: +1 636-352-3104

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Program

It is designed for puppies from 8 weeks to 5 months old

It includes:

-Prevention of unwanted behaviors like nipping chewing and establishing positive ones;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “take”, “leave”, “drop”

-Recall (come when called);

-Walking on a leash

    • Package Program

It includes the puppy/basic program, intermediate, and advanced program.

It will build the foundations and prepare the pup for the Canine Good Citizenship test.

3. Brookside Pet Training Studio for Dogs

Website: https://bksdogtraining.com/

Address: 601 E 63rd St #100, Kansas City, MO 64110

Phone number: +1 816-694-9296

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

You can take a look at all programs and packages that the organization offers. We will list some of them, especially the ones related to puppy training.

    • Puppy Start Right

This is a vet behaviorist-designed program and it helps puppies who are at least 8 weeks old socialize and learn basics.

    • Puppy Kindergarten

This is a follow-up program, after the pup graduates from the Puppy Start Right.

    • Beginning Family Manners

It is designed for puppies at the of 6 months or older or those who have just begun with their training.  

    • Puppy Agility (Beginner Agility ) 

It includes safe exercises and skills for growing puppies.

    • Private Training

1. 3 Session Package: $300

2. 5 Session Package: $500

3. Day Training- 2 Weeks:  $1,750.00

Montana

1. Run Your Pack : Dog Training Missoula, MT

Website: https://www.runyourpack.com/

Address: Missoula area and Western Montana

Phone number: 406-880-7960

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Imprinting Program

It includes 2 private lessons at the facility and an online learning course and includes:

-Confidence;

-Manners;

-Obedience;

-Socialization;

-Housebreaking

    • New Pack Member Selection Services 

    • Private Lessons

2. Good Dog!

Website: https://www.montanagooddog.com/

Address: 6444 Springhill road Belgrade, MT 59714 

Phone number: 406-570-1743

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $150 per session (sessions can last two hours)

One-on-One Training

The organization’s trainer conduct private one-on-one training sessions, to be able to focus on the approaches that will be best for the owner and their dog. 

Training sessions may include:

-Obedience training;

-Behavior modification;

-Addressing issues like: aggression, fear, insecurity, dominance

3. All Day Dog Adventures LLC

Website: http://alldaydogadventures.com/

Address: Unit 9, 734 9th Street West, Columbia Falls, 59912 MT

Phone number: 406-407-4161

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: 

    • Puppy Classes

Costs:

$160

$180 for 6 sessions (Saturday class)

$100-$120 for 4 sessions (Monday class Puppy level 1 or 2)

They are designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 9 months.

Each class includes :

-Obedience training; 

-Mini agility for the puppies (Saturday classes only);

-Socialization;

-Appropriate play with other dogs and people;

-Exercises

Owners and their puppies will work towards All Day Dog Adventures 'Well Mannered Puppy Foundation Award' and will also be eligible to take the American Kennel Club (AKC) S.T.A.R Puppy Test (owners and their puppies must attend for a minimum of 6 weeks)

    • Online Puppy Training

Costs:$100 for a 6-week course

It includes:

-Recall;

-Loose leash walking;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stand”, “down”;

-Focus training;

-Fun games;

-How to reward your dog;

-Basic puppy manners;

-Access to a Facebook training page

-Weekly Training session videos (available through the duration of the course);

-Weekly Live (on Facebook) check-in session with the trainer;

-Submitting training videos for feedback and advice;

-Private online community.

4. Blue Creek Canine

Website: https://www.bluecreekcanine.com/

Address: 1220 Weil St., Suite #4, Billings, MT 59101

Phone number: (406) 679-3826

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Classes

This is an 8-week class that focuses on:

-Socialization;

-Handler-dog relationship;

-Impulse control;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “down”, “stay”, “leave it”, “drop it”;

-Recall;

If you are interested in this organization’s puppy program, you need to keep in mind that they do not accept puppies, who go to dog parks due to health and safety concerns. For owners who have a newly adopted dog from a Reservation rescue or a rescue in the Billings area, a health certificate for parvovirus/distemper will be required.

Nebraska

1. Nebraska Dog Trainers

Website: https://www.nebraskadogtrainers.com/

Address: 10620 Chandler Rd #1, La Vista, NE 68128;  5900 N 58th Street, Suite 3, Lincoln, NE 68507

Phone number: +1 402-913-0251

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Consultation

Costs: $125 for a 45 min private lesson at the training facility

It is designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 3 months and includes:

-Obedience training;

-Housebreaking;

-Crate training;

-Socialization, and Pack Structure (for dogs ages 8 weeks – 3 months).

    • Puppy Training

Costs: $550 for 5 private lessons at the training facility

It is designed for puppies between 3 months and 6 months who have a complete first round of shots.

It includes:

-Name recognition;

-Attention;

-Focus training;

-Door manners;

 -How to offer behavior;

-Games to build confidence;

-Recall (come when called);

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “place”, “down”, “place”

 Basic obedience commands like – sit, down, place, and coming when called.

 -Leash manners.

2. Dog Gone Problems

Website: https://www.doggoneproblems.com/

Address: 631 S 70th St, Omaha, NE 68106

Phone number: +1 402-881-0566

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Kindergarden (Puppy 101) – Class size is limited to 7 puppies –

 Costs: $130

It is designed for puppies who are at least 4 months old or younger and includes:

-Understanding of the socialization period;

-Potty training;

-How to use marker words;

-Back up on command;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “lay”, “sit up”, “down”, “stand”, take, give, drop on cue;

-Addressing behavioral issues like biting, nipping, mouthing, jumping on people;

-Kennel training;

-”Here” command cue;

-Tips on how the pup can spend its excessive energy.

    • Puppy Elementary (Puppy 201) – Class size is limited to 7 puppies

Costs: $140

It is designed for puppies who have graduated from the Kindergarten class or are under 12 months of age. 

It includes:

-Tips on how to stop barking/ “quiet” command cue;

-Introduction to clicker training;

-Addressing issues like chewing, barking, reactivity towards people, dogs, or moving objects;

-”Leave” command (leave the room on command);

-Introduction to walking on a loose leash;

-Going to a specific location on command;

-Self-control;

-How to spend energy and develop confidence through games;

-The “hurricane” command.

    • Puppy High (Puppy 301) – Class size is limited to 7 puppies

Costs: $150

It is designed for puppies who are at least 5 months old or older and have graduated from the Kindergarden and Elementary classes. 

According to the information listed on the website for puppies with any of the problems detailed in the 201 class above, owners may want to take that class before Puppy High. 

-Hand targeting (addressing jumping as a behavioral issue),

-Bump cue (an alternative way to call the pup to come).

-Remote touch stick targeting to teach the pup to go where the owner wants;

-Puppy training on how to pose for photos;

-Focus training on cue;

-Tug game, play bow, middle position;

-Stay in place when the leash is dropped;

-The “stay” command;

-Tips on how to avoid accidentally teaching the pup to ignore the given commands...etc.

3. River City Obedience Training

Website: https://rcdogtraining.com/

Address: Omaha

Phone number: 402-572-9366

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training and Manners

It includes:

-Household manners;

-Obedience commands;

-Puppy developmental stages;

-Positive motivation;

-Socialization;

-Establishing good habits;

-Discouraging unwanted behaviors;

-Routine puppy care

Nevada

1. Taggs K9 Dog Training

Website: https://taggs-k9-family-dog-training.business.site/

Address: 4032 Hatch St, North Las Vegas, NV 89032

Phone number: +1 702-497-4062

Email-Address:

Costs: Depend on the service

    • Canine Clarity Program

5-week training course in owner’s home or at tutor’s training ranch

It includes:

-Addressing behavioral issues like pulling and door bolting;

-Training the dog to listen to their owner;

-Effective communication with the pup.

    • Free Consult for puppies and adopted dogs

For owners of a new dog or a newly adopted puppy, the organization offers a free consultation

Saturday’s at 11:10am at Patriot Park.

    • Free Consultation/Evaluation ($89 Value)

Free consultations and evaluations for owners and their pups no matter their temperament, breed, or age.

2. Positive Changes Dog Training

Website: https://www.positivechangesdogtraining.com/

Address: 650 E Horizon Dr Unit 8, Henderson, NV 89015

Phone number: +1 702-665-4256

Email-Address: [email protected] 

Costs:

    • Puppy Pre-School Classes

It is designed for puppies 5 months of age or younger.

Classes are held in the organization’s training facility. Each 6-week course covers various topics including:

-House training;

-Basic obedience;

-Building a foundation 

3. Club K9

Website: https://clubk9lasvegas.com/

Address: 224 N. Jones Blvd. Las Vegas, NV. 89107

Phone number: 702-885-1111

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Basic Manners

This is a 2-week program designed for puppies or small indoor-only dogs.

It includes:

-Basic manners;

-Leash obedience;

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping, barking, chewing, pulling while on a leash;

-Obedience commands like “sit”, “down”, “place”

-Recall;

-Rest quietly in the pup’s crate;

-Reinforcing a potty training schedule;

-A class for the handler-dog team to return for a follow-up class after the dog has returned home.

After the pup has gone through the 2-week training course, their owner will go through a handler’s course on how to use the commands and apply training techniques.

New Hampshire

1. No Monkey Business Dog Training, LLC

Website: http://www.nomonkeybusinessdogtraining.com/

Address: 254 N State St unit j, Concord, NH 03301

Phone number: +1 603-856-7509

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

The organization offers Basic and Advanced Level Classes

    • The Basic Level Classes are available as:

1. Puppy Kindergarten- 4 weeks

Costs: $175

It is designed for puppies aged 9 weeks – 16 weeks

This is a foundation class that includes:

-Beginner obedience;

-Playtime;

-Life skills.

2. Level 1- 6 weeks

Costs: $250

It is designed for dogs aged 15 weeks and older

It includes:

-Addressing issues such as jumping, pulling, mouthing;

-Recall;

-Focus training;

-Basic commands: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “wait”, “down”;

-Self-control;

-Good manners.

3. Level 2

Costs: $250

It is designed for dogs at the age of 6 months and older.

Owners who are interested in enrolling in this class, should have been pre-approved by the main trainer or have completed Level 1. This class also prepares dogs to get a CGC and work as therapy dogs. 

You can take a look at other courses, included in the organization’s Basic Obedience Training Program.

    • Perfect Puppy Starter – Drop-In Class

Costs: $30 per family – Drop-In Zoom Online Classes

It is designed for new puppy owners or for owners who cope with puppy behavioral issues. It includes:

-Addressing problems like crying in the crate, pulling on a leash, mouthing;

-Proper socialization.

2. First Choice Canine

Website: https://firstchoicecanine.com/

Address: 11 Scrabble Rd, Brentwood, NH 03833

Phone number: +1 855-758-7364

Email-Address:

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

It is designed for puppies between the age of 8 weeks to 5 months and includes: 

-Teaching owners the best way to introduce their pups new elements;

-Obedience skills, including but not limited to “sit”, and “down”;

-Housebreaking;

-Socialization;

-Crate training.

First Choice Canine is a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluator for the American Kennel Club. Owners who have completed one of the organization’s puppy training programs become eligible to enroll in the AKC S.T.A.R. program.

3. You and Your Dog Training & Services

Website: https://www.youandyourdogtraining.com/

Address: 58 Woods Ln, New Boston, NH 03070

Phone number: +1 603-782-6787

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppies and Adults

Dog & Puppy Training Orientation:  A free one-hour orientation for more information about the training process, class structure, and approaches.  

1. Consultations: 30 minutes

Costs: $30

2.Private Dog Training is available in the following variations:

-Private lessons; 

-In-Home lessons;

-Day Training;

-Virtual Consultation

3. Virtual Training is available in the following variations:

-Virtual Consultation;

-Costs: $89

-Phone Consultation;

Costs: $30

-Virtual Workshops;

Costs: $39

-Virtual Puppy Classroom;

Costs: $39

    • Puppies 

For puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months old

1. Free Puppy Play Group:

-Free Puppy Playgroup;

Costs: Free

2. Puppy Group Training Classes:

They are available in two options:

-Puppy Beginner Training;

Costs: $175

-Puppy Intermediate;

$175

New Jersey

1. Krushk9 Dog Training Services LLC

Website: http://krushk9.com/

Address: 307 Lighthouse Dr, Manahawkin, NJ 08050

Phone number: +1 732-237-5233

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

It includes:

-Puppy obedience training;

-Puppy socialization training;

-Puppy potty training;

-Crate training.

    • Private Dog Training

It may include:

-Basic obedience (regardless of the dog’s age): “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”

-Walking on a leash; 

-Corrective behavior training;

-Socialization training;

-Aggressive dog training;

-Crate training;

-Rescue dog training.

The organization also offers Dog Board & Train and Group Dog Training services.

2. Paws On Dog Training, LLC

Website: https://www.pawsondogtraining.com/

Address: Princeton, New Jersey

Phone number: 908.770.0274 (text)

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: 

The organization offer In-Home training and Virtual Sessions.

    • In-Home Training may include:

-Crate training;

-House training;

-Walking on a leash;

-Greeting guests;

-Basic obedience skills: “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “leave it”, “drop it”, “go to bed”;

-Recall;

-Addressing issues like jumping and nipping

    • Virtual Training

It is available as 30, 60, or 90-minute virtual consults via FaceTime or WhatsApp. 

    • General Obedience for 1 dog:

1. Initial consult and evaluation- 90 minutes

Costs: $150

2. Package of 5 sessions- 60 minutes

Costs: $575

3. Individual Session- 60 minutes

Costs: $125 

4. Virtual Session 

Costs:

$50- 30 minutes

$100- 60 minutes

$130- 90 minutes

    • General Obedience for multi-dog household (based on two dogs) 

1. Initial Consult and Evaluation- 90 minutes

Costs: $175 

2. Package of 5 sessions- 60 minutes

Costs: $675 

3. Individual Sessions- 60 minutes

Costs: $150 

 

3. New Jersey Dog Pack

Website: https://www.njdogpack.com/

Address: New York and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 732-851-3852

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: Depends on the program

    • Puppy Fundamentals Program

Costs: $2495

This is a 4-week program designed for puppies between 2 and 4 months old.

Puppies will be a part of pack walks, they will be exposed to a structured environment, and well-behaved role model dogs. Also, they will be provided with physical and mental exercises. The program includes free follow-up sessions at the organization’s location for puppies up to 8 months of age to continue their education throughout the imprint period.

    • Private In-Home Consultation with Jason- 2 hours

Costs: $59

The follow-up sessions are about 90 minutes long and cost $249. They are not mandatory but are recommended by the organization.

New Mexico

1. Pawsitive Training ABQ

Website: http://www.pawsitivetrainingabq.com/

Address: Rio Rancho and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 505-553-5300

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: Depend on the package

    • Puppy Training

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like separation anxiety;

-Management of too energetic puppies;

-Recall;

-Walking on a leash;

-Waiting calmly at doors

Puppy training is available in two options:

1. Package 1- 6 weeks

Costs: Starting at $1,110+ tax

It includes:

-5 one hour private sessions;

-Customized training;

-Goal-setting and Relief consultation;

-Puppy Starter Kit (puppy training tool basics, including a treat bag);

-Bonus adolescent check-in session (optional)

2. Package 2- 8 weeks

Costs: Starting at $1,440+ tax

It includes:

-5 one hour private sessions;

-Goal-setting and Relief consultation;

-Puppy Starter Kit (puppy training tool basics, including a treat bag);

-2 Real-World Field Trips;

-Bonus adolescent check-in session (optional)

2. SpiritDog Training

Website: https://spiritdogtraining.com/

Address: 56 Ave del Sol, Cedar Crest, NM 87008

Phone number: +1 505-553-2886

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $99

    • Ultimate Puppy Program- Online course

-Access to 70 lessons plus e-book;

-Videos included;

-Addressing issues like chewing and biting;

-Obedience and manners;

-Lifetime access to the learning materials;

-Trainer support.

Following bonuses are included:

-Breed-specific puppy raising;

-Mastering potty training;

-Separation anxiety solutions mini-course;

-Stop jumping mini-course;

-Hyperactivity helper mini-course;

-Attention booster mini-course;

-Training habits & rewards mini-course.

3. Good Buddy Dog Training

Website: https://goodbuddydogtraining.com/

Address: 661 Quantum Rd NE #V102, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Phone number: +1 505-221-7314

Email-Address: [email protected] 

Costs:

    • Puppy Training in Rio Rancho

This is an 8-week training program

It includes:

-Essential skills any dog should know;

-Walking on a leash;

-Greeting politely guests;

-Prevention from chewing and biting;

-Customized training (it can be focused on the puppy’s actual needs and behavioral issues).

New York

1. Shelby Semel Dog Training

Website: https://www.shelbydogtraining.com/

Address: 1105 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022

Phone number: +1 516-637-3750

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Socialization Class

Costs: $40 per class

It is designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 18 weeks of age. All puppies must be under 12 weeks for their first class.

It includes:

-Behavioral issues management- chewing, jumping, nipping;

-Focus cue (look or touch);

-Learning about puppy’s body language and signals;

-Desensitization to wheels and handling sounds;

    • Puppy Kindergarten Class 

Costs: $350 + Tax for a 6-week cycle

It is designed for puppies at the age of 16 weeks or younger and includes:

-Socialization to build up confidence;

-Obedience cues and basic puppy topics.

Puppies must be fully vaccinated up to date, have a negative fecal sample, and must not go to dog parks or daycare.

    • Basic Obedience Class 

Costs: $350 + Tax for a 6-week cycle

This class is suitable for dogs of any age and includes:

-Basic commands: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”, “leave it”;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Impulse control;

-Anti-jumping training..etc.

2. Yuruani Olguin Dog Training

Website: https://yuruaniolguin.com/

Address: 552 6th Ave, New York, NY 10011 

Phone number: +1 646-948-4455

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $350

    • Puppy Training Classes- 5 weeks, 60 minutes

They are designed for puppies at the age of 6 months or younger and include:

-Group socialization;

-Basic obedience.

Vaccinations for distemper and parvovirus will be required to attend.

3. The Dog Institute of Williamsburg

Website: https://www.thedoginstitute.com/

Address: 125 Roebling Street (between N. 4th and N. 5th), Brooklyn NY 11211

Phone number: +1 347-276-0882

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Private Training Sessions

1. Virtual Training Follow-Up Single Session

90 minutes follow-up sessions; each virtual session will last approximately 30-45 min via phone chat, followed by 5-15 min break, and then a 20-45 min video call (learning and practicing).

They are designed for puppies who have already finished the curriculum and are at the age of 8 weeks to 26 weeks (baby puppies); 26 weeks to 2 years (teen puppies) and adult dogs- 2 years and older.

They include:

-House management and training;

-Handling;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stand”, “down”;

-Issues management: biting, nipping, mouthing, chewing, jumping, fear and separation anxiety;

-Clicker training;

-Socialization with other animals and people (including children);

-Impulse control;

-Greeting politely;

-Recall;

-Walking;

-Nose-work;

-Games;

-Nutrition and hygiene.

Each Virtual session will consist of a 30-45 min phone chat, followed by 5-15 min break, and then a 20-45 min video call to learn and practice exercises.

2. Virtual Training for Baby Puppies

Costs: from $163 per visit with Baby Puppy Virtual Curriculum Package - Prerequisite for Play and Train pass 90 minutes virtual training sessions, each session will feature a 30-minute phone chat, followed by a 10-minute break, then a 45-minute video call.

This program is designed for puppies between 8 and 26 weeks of age.

It includes:

-House-training and management;

-Separation;

-Handling;

-Addressing behavioral issues: biting, mouthing, nipping, chewing;

-Recall;

-Bonding;

-Tricks, games;

-Hygiene;

-Grooming;

-Walking.

3. Virtual Training for Teen Pups

Training sessions for teen puppies are about 90 minutes long, each session will include 30-45 minutes phone chat, followed by 5-15 min break, 20-45 min video call (for learning and practicing).

It is designed for teen puppies between 6 months to 2 years and adults dogs- 2 years and older

This program features:

-Clicker training;

-Shaping;

-House management and house-training;

-Handling;

-Addressing issues like biting, chewing, nipping, mouthing, jumping, separation anxiety, and fear;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stand”, “down”;

-Hand signals;

-Socialization;

-Greeting politely;

-Recall;

-Bonding;

-Nose-work;

-Tricks;

-Hygiene;

-Nutrition

4. In-Person 90 minute Private Lesson (At-Institute)

The At-Institute Private Lesson is $250 for a session with a duration of 1,5h.

    • Play and Train Socialization Classes

Costs: $130 for 1 visit; $250 for 2 visits; $480 for 4 visits;

Sessions are 4 hours long.

This program is designed for puppies from 8 to 24 weeks old who have finished the first session of the Baby Puppy Virtual Curriculum and includes:

-Play with other pups at the same age;

-Socialization with new people;

-Walking;

-Refining skills.

North Carolina

1. Dog Training Elite Charlotte

Website: https://dogtrainingelite.com/

Address: Mecklenburg County and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 980-680-2030

Email-Address: 

Costs: Depend on the program

The Puppy Training Program that the organization offers features:

-Obedience skills.

-Personalized behavioral training.

-Owners’ engagement in the training process.

-Ongoing support for families and their pups.

-Addressing behavioral issues in different environments

It is designed for puppies who are at least 8 weeks old.The organization conduct training based on treats until the pup gets 12-14 weeks old. At that time advanced puppy training can begin.

There are two puppy packages:

    • Bronze Puppy Package

Costs: $50

It is designed for puppies between 8-10 weeks old and includes:

-5 Day Board-and-Train;

-Free puppy webinar access and puppy essentials handbook; 

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “down”, “come”

    • Puppy Essentials Webinar- 40 minutes

Costs: $45

It is designed for puppies at the age of 8-16 weeks old and will be accessible to owners for 5 days through Eventbrite.com. It includes:

-Basic obedience based on treats: “sit”, “come”, “down”;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Addressing issues: jumping, biting, digging;

-Socialization;

-House breaking;

-Crate training;

-Environmental hazards;

-Puppy enrichment;

-Tips on how to carry for a pup.

 A $5 Puppy Guide can be added during the checkout.

2. Canine Scholars Dog Training

Website: https://www.caninescholars.com/

Address: 1235 East Blvd e123, Charlotte, NC 28203

Phone number: +1 888-478-2020

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: packages starting at $1800

    • Puppy Training

It is designed for puppies between 10 and 16 weeks old.

This program is designed to help owners better understand their puppy’s language. It also includes:

-Solving behavioral issues like chewing, digging, housebreaking...etc.;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “come”;

-Walking on a leash;

-Socialization;

-Overcoming fears;

-Confidence building.

    • AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy

Puppies up to 1 year old who have finished a basic training class (taught by an AKC approved CGC evaluator) can enroll in the AKC S.T.A.R Program.

Owners will attend a puppy or a basic training class for minimum 6 weeks. At the end of the course an AKC S.T.A.R Puppy test will be administered. Pure breeds and mixed breeds can participate in the training program.

3. Ridgeside K9 Carolinas Dog Training

Website: https://ridgesidek9nc.com/

Address: 4345 New Bern Hwy, Jacksonville, NC 28546; also serving all Jacksonville, Havelock, New Bern and Wilmington, NC, including 28532, 28560, 28562, 28564, 28401 (Onslow County)

Phone number: (910) 541-1011

Email-Address:

Costs: $1,500 (Puppy university training- 10-days)

    • Puppy Training

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Basic obedience;

-Socialization

Puppy Training is available in several options like

-2-week Board and Train program;

-4-week Daily Training Program;

-1-on-1 training classes.

North Dakota

1. Grand Forks Dog Training Club

Website: http://gfdtc.org/

Address: GFDTC, 1905 So Wash St, Grand Forks, ND 58201

Phone number: 701-215-3005

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depending on the program

The puppy programs of the organization are divided into three groups:

    • Puppy Kindergarten

Costs: $75 or $80 (to add AKC Star Puppy Certification Test)

This is a 7- week program, 45 minutes per class, that is designed for puppies under 6 months. The training includes:

-Obedience;

-Socialization;

-Confidence building.

    • Puppy Plus

Cost: $50

This is a 4-week program for puppies between 6 months and 1 year old.

This program is designed to provide owners with handling tips based on obedience. 

Upon completion owners can enroll in the: Beginner Obedience, Canine Good Citizen, Trick Dog, or Intro to Agility classes.

    • Puppy Advanced

Costs: $75

This is a 6-week program, designed for puppies over 6 months of age, who have finished the Puppy Kindergarten and have attended at least 5 classes.

The program aims at enhancing handling skills and offering solutions for various behavioral issues.

2. Down Dog Studios

Website: http://ivyleaguedogtraining.com/

Address: 3317 Fiechtner Drive, Fargo, ND 58103

Phone number: 701.367.8217

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Start Right- 6 weeks

Costs: $138

It is designed for puppies between 8 and 12 weeks and includes:

-Human only (no dogs) class orientation session;

-5 group class sessions;

-The Puppy Start Right Book ($25) and a clicker;

-Socialization;

-Crate training;

-Exploration;

-House training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping up and biting;

-Walking on a leash;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “come”, “leave it”;

-Feel comfortable at veterinary visits.

    • Puppy Social-Playtime class- 4 sessions

Costs: $118 (if on-line pre-recorded orientation is chosen)

The first session is 1 hour long, the next sessions are 30 minutes long

All puppies must be vaccinated age-appropriate. 

Puppies at the age of 8 weeks must have: Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vaccine and have had their first Distemper/Parvo vaccine.

Puppies at the age of 12 weeks must have had 2 distemper/parvo vaccines (one at 8 weeks and one at 12 weeks) and a Bordetella vaccine.

Puppies at the age of 16 weeks must have 3 distemper/parvo Vaccines (one at approximately 8, 12, and 16 weeks) and a Bordetella vaccine. 

At 16 weeks dogs must have their Rabies vaccine. This is a requirement for any dog 16 weeks and older.

3. Smart K9 Training

Website: https://smartk9fargo.com/

Address: 5622 36th St S, Fargo, ND 58104

Phone number: +1 701-404-9109

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the service

Board and Train Programs include different options including a 

    • 3 Week- Basic Obedience & Prevention

Costs: $3,192

This program is perfect for young puppies to build a foundation, communication and prevent them from developing behavioral issues. It is also suitable for overly excited adult dogs whose owners want to teach them obedience and manners. Behavioral issues like barking, jumping, and mouthing will be addressed. A 6-foot leash is included.

    • In-Person lessons

Costs: $180 (at the training facility)

The first session is 90 minutes, the following sessions are 1 hour long.

    • Zoom Lessons

Costs: $130 (1 hour)

Ohio

1. Out of This World Dog Training

Website: https://www.ootwdogtraining.com/

Address: Dublin and nearby areas

Phone number: 614-581-2677

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers:

    • Puppy Training

It is designed for puppies as young as 8 weeks and includes:

-Basic obedience;

-House manners;

-House breaking;

-Crate training.

    • Group Puppy Socialization and Desensitization Classes

It includes:

-Controlled environment, so that puppies can love socializing;

-Proper exposure to novel objects (vacuums, crutches..etc.).

2. Raise the Bar Dog Training

Website: https://raisethebardogtraining.com/

Address: Loveland and nearby areas

Phone number: (513) 342-0458

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • In-Home puppy training programs

They include:

-Basic obedience;

-Addressing behavioral problems: mouthing, chewing, barking, housebreaking;

-Greeting behavior;

-Walking on a leash.

3. A Bark Away Dog Training

Website: http://www.abarkawaydogtraining.com/

Address: Parma, Ohio

Phone number: (440) 570-8184

Email-Address:

Costs: $400 

The organization offers different courses, including:

    • Basics Plus 6 week course

Costs: $400

It is designed for puppies at the age of 8 weeks or older and includes:

-Manners;

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Socialization;

-Safe play;

-Early basic obedience.

Oklahoma

1. K9 University

Website: https://myk9u.com/

Address: 9217 Northwest Expy, Yukon, OK 73099

Phone number: (405) 231-4335

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Foundation- 4 weeks

Costs: $135

It is designed for puppies between 8 and 20 weeks of age and features:

-Socialization;

-Manners;

-How to behave around children and adults;

-Correcting unwanted behaviors like chewing, biting or jumping;

-Potty training;

-Accepting other pets;

-Health and grooming;

-Recall;

-Basic obedience like “sit” or “quiet”.

Enrollment requirements: Vaccinations administered by a licensed veterinarian.

2. Tip Top K9

Website: https://tiptopk9.com/

Address: 8545 East 41st St. Tulsa, OK 74145

Phone number: 1.833.484.7867

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: 

The organization conducts 

    • Puppy training 

It includes focuses on three main topics with puppies between 8 weeks and 4 months old:

-Environmental soundness;

-Potty training;

-Socialization with other dogs and people.

3. Dana Stone Dog Training

Website: https://danastonedogtraining.com/

Address: Blanchard and nearby areas

Phone number:

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: $700

    • Puppy Level 1- 5-week package

Costs: $700

Each session will be 1 hour long and will take place 5 consecutive weeks on the same day/time.

Fees will be added for visiting places that are more than 20 miles away from Norman, OK. 

    • Beginner Level 1- 5-week package

      Costs: $700

It is designed for older puppies- 6 months old and older. The program includes:

-Foundation building;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Recall;

-Walking on a leash;

-Discussing behavioral issues like jumping and digging

Oregon

1. George & Friends Dog Training Portland, Oregon

Website: https://www.learnfromgeorge.com/

Address: 15320 NW Central Dr Suite 320, Portland, OR 97229

Phone number: +1 971-770-2320

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Private Coaching

1. Phone Call- 20 minutes 

2. One Lesson

-Private Lessons - 1 Pup - 1 Lesson - In-home or On location

Costs: $73.00

-Private Lessons - 2 Pups - 1 Lesson- In-home or On location

Costs: $93.00

-Private Lessons - 3 Pups - 1 Lesson- In-home or On location

Costs: $113.00

3. Package One Pup

-Private Lessons - In-home or On location (3 lesson, 1 pup) 

-Private Lessons - 5 Lessons (1 Pup) - In-home or On location 

4. Package Two Pups

-Private Lessons - In-home or On location (Package is 2 pups / 3 lessons) 

-Private Lessons - In-home or On location (Package is 2 pups / 5 lessons) 

5. Package with Three Pups

-Private Lessons - In-home or On location (Package is 3 pups / 5 lessons) 

6. Practice with Zach One Pup

Costs: $35.00

7. “Bringing home a puppy - Help me set up my home and prepare!”

 Costs: $68.00

    • Continuing Education – Class

4 classes will be held at convenient locations for owners

2. Happy Social Dog

Website: http://happysocialdog.com/

Address: Bend, Oregon

Phone number:

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

Puppy Programs:

    • Puppy Workshop

 Costs: $400.00

    • Puppy Foundations Camp

Costs: $700

    • New Puppy Consultation.

Costs: $180 (plan for minimum of 3 hours for this appointment)

3. Prodogz Professional Dog Training

Website: https://dog-ter.com/

Address: training location: 201 E. Barnett Rd, Medford, OR 97504; mailing adress: 3097 Levi Cir Medford, OR 97501

Phone number: +1 541-608-2857

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Pre-School Class- 3 weeks

Costs: $105.00

It is designed for puppies under 6 months old and features:

-Socialization;

-Crate training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like jumping and biting

    • Basic Obedience Class- 4 weeks

Costs: $185.00

It is designed for puppies at t he age of 14 weeks and older and includes:

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “come”, “stay”, “down”, “leave it”, “take it”;

-Heeling;

-Jumping prevention

    • Private 1-on-1 Dog Training- 1 hour long

Costs: $85.00

It is suitable for puppies and dogs at the age of 14 weeks and older

Duration: As many as needed;

Day/time: flexible.

The organization also offers a CGC Preparation Class & Test.

Pennsylvania

1. At Attention Dog Training

Website: https://www.atattentiondogs.com/

Address: 808 N Henderson Rd #100, King of Prussia, PA 19406

Phone number: +1 484-393-2288

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy BootCamp- 6-week course of group classes

Costs: $499 ($750)

It is designed for puppies between 9 weeks and 5 months and is limited to 4 puppies per class

The program includes:

-An In-Home “starter” session;

-Potty training;

-Socialization;

-Recall;

-Basic obedience: sit cue, stay cue, release cue;

-Markers;

-Confidence building;

-Graduation Ceremony and photoshoot;

-Access to a Facebook group where tips and help are provided for puppies to find payments;

    • Advanced Training Camp- 6 weeks course of group classes

Costs: $375 ($650 value)

It is designed for puppies between 5 and 8 months old, who already have completed the Puppy BootCamp. It is limited to 4 puppies per class.

The program includes:

-Table/climb/up cue;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Leash handling skills;

-Listening around distractions;

-Obedience skills: wait cue;

-Passive training technique;

-Confidence building;

-Socialization;

-Greeting politely

    • Puppy Basic Training Package- 5 private sessions in owner’s home

Costs: On-Site: $549 ($700 Value); In-Home: $649 ($895 Value)

It is designed for puppies between 5 and 8 months of age and includes:

-Socialization;

-Manners;

-Greeting politely;

-Basic obedience;

-Certification upon completion;

-Post-training email support and educational handouts

2. Tuff Pup Training

Website: https://tuffpuptraining.com/

Address: Philadelphia

Phone number: +1 631-379-6850

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Coaching Program- 6 sessions, each of 1 hour

Costs: $869

It features:

-Customized instructions;

-Follow-up assistance via phone and email for 6 months;

-Access to training videos and outlines;

-Housebreaking;

-Crate training;

-Exercises for socialization;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”, “stand”, “bed”, “leave”;

-Walking on a leash;

-Addressing biting as a behavioral issue;

-Clickers are included during clicker training

3. Cold Creek Dog Training

Website: https://www.coldcreekdogtraining.com/

Address: 340 Knight Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325

Phone number: +1 717-339-9862

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    •  Grow with Us- Private Training over months while puppy grows

This is a 3-month program that consists of:

-2 private one-hour sessions a month-at the training center, and out as well as around or at the owner’s home;

-6 mixed topic group classes for socialization and learning;

-Get Going Gear Kit, leash, training line, fanny pack, tote, Coolaroo dog bed ($ 91 retail value);

-Addressing behavioral issues like biting, chewing, jumping.

    • Mind Your Manners- Puppy Camp Sleep-Over

It includes:

-2 follow-up sessions (one at the training center and one at the owner’s home);

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “come”, “off”, “that’s enough”;

-Walking on a leash;

-Mixed topic group classes for socialization;

-Addressing issues like biting, chewing, jumping;

-Get Going Gear Kit, leash, training line, fanny pack, tote, Coolaroo dog bed ($91 retail value)

and a Lifetime Training Support Guarantee.

    • Puppy Primer- Private Training Sessions

1-on-1 training based on the owner’s schedule that consists of 4 lessons- one at the training center and 4 lessons at the owner’s home.

This includes:

-Mixed topic group classes for socialization;

-Get Going Gear Kit, leash, training line, fanny pack, tote ($ 61 retail value);

Rhode Island

1. Modern Dog Training RI

Website: http://www.moderndogri.com/

Address: 120 Telmore Rd, East Greenwich, RI 02818

Phone number: +1 401-404-5366

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depends on the program

    • Puppy Training Classes

Costs-$185

These classes are designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 6 months old.

These classes include 30 minutes of learning and 10-15 minutes of playing. Each session covers:

-A common puppy-related topic (potty training, nipping...etc.);

-A socialization topic;

-Enrichment activities;

-Supervised playtime;

    • Puppy Socialization Class (Cooperative Care)

Puppy Topic- Potty training

    • Puppy Socialization Class (Focused Puppy)

Puppy Topic- Jumping

    • Puppy Socialization Class (Brave Puppy)

Puppy Topic- Preventing resource guarding

    • Puppy Socialization Class (Capturing Calmness)

Puppy Topic- Crate training

    • Puppy Socialization Class (Household Scaries)

Puppy Topic- Barking (demand / unwanted reinforced)

    • Puppy Socialization Class (Confident Puppy)

Puppy Topic- Nipping

    • Beginner Class

Costs: $210

It includes:

-Basic manners;

-Preparation for and administration of the AKC STAR Puppy Test

2. Vess Pet Training & Dog Walking

Website: http://vesspettraining.com

Address: Rhode Island

Phone number: 401-467-0067 (skype video call)

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the package

    • Puppy Training

Costs:

4 Session Package - $350

3 Session Package - $300

2 Session Package - $210

1-75 Minute Session - $125

Potty Training Session - $75

It is designed for puppies under 6 months of age.

    • Basic Training

4 Session Package - $350

3 Session Package - $300

2 Session Package - $210

1- 75 Minute Session - $125

Potty Training Session - $75

It is designed for pups over 6 months of age.

3. Dynamic Dog Training Services LLC

Website: https://dynamicdogtraining.webs.com/

Address: Susan Parker, Owner, 859 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI 02888

Phone number: Home phone: (401) 823-8851; Cell phone: (401) 429-8017

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Manners- 7 weeks

Costs: $150

It includes:

-Leash manners;

-Basic commands like “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “come”;

-Socialization.

    • Private In-Home Individual Consultations- 1.5-hour per session, typically booked in packages of 4 sessions

Costs: $100 per session

South Carolina 

1. South Carolina K9 Academy

Website: http://www.sck9academy.com/

Address: Lugoff, SC 29078

Phone number: 803-549-1557

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training and Upbringing 

It is designed for puppies between 7-19 weeks of age and consists of 5 sessions at the owner’s home.

It covers:

-Crate training;

-Housebreaking;

-Socialization;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “come”, “down”;

-Focus training;

-Addressing issues like biting, nipping, chewing, jumping;

-Confidence building;

-Building tolerance to handling i.e. by veterinarians and groomers;

-Confidence and trust-building;

2. The Puppy Nanny

Website: https://thepuppynanny.net/

Address: 113 East College St., Simpsonville, SC 29681

Phone number: (864) 907-2599

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Classes

Costs: 6 Weeks of classes $140; 10 Weeks of classes - $185

They are designed for puppies as young as 10 weeks of age and cover:

-Basic manners;

-Common puppy issues;

-Observing the puppy during free play with other pups.

3. Bark Busters Home Dog Training Charleston

Website: https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training-charleston

Address: North Charleston and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 877-500-2275

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Management and Training

It can include:

-Housebreaking;

-Crate training;

-Recall;

-Diet and food manners;

-Door control;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “down”, “stay”;

-Leash walking;

-Heel walking;

-Socialization;

-Distance control;

-Prevention from mouthing, biting, chewing, jumping up.

Training takes place at the owner’s home and the initial lesson takes about 2-3 hours. 

    • Dog & Puppy Training Classes

South Dakota

1. Tenacious Dog Training

Website: https://tenaciousdogtraining.com/

Address: Sioux Falls and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 605-368-1885

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training includes:

-Crate training;

-Socialization;

-Housetraining;

-Environmental training;

-Clicker training;

-Leash walking;

-Guidance in regard to physical and mental exercises;

-Personalized plans;

-Assistance in regard to breed selecting 

Puppies who have completed a 6-week package can also acquire an AKC Star Puppy Certificate.

    • Puppy School (In Person)- 5 weeks

Costs: $135 for 5 weeks

    • New Puppy / Dog Support Package- 4 private lessons via Zoom weekly

Costs: $475 

    • Give the gift of training! Package of 4 private training sessions

Costs: $434 

    • Gift of 6 Private lessons

Costs: $640.15 

    • Group classes

1. Clicker training;

2. Loose leash walking;

3. Crate training

2. Kelly's Pet Training

Website: https://kellyspettraining.com/

Address: Aberdeen Township, SD 57401

Phone number: 605-622-0428

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Private Sessions

Costs: 30 minutes session- $45; 1 hour session- $85; Package of four 1 hour sessions (within 6 months), a Training Basic information packet, and text/email support – $300.

    • All Things Puppy

Costs: 1 hour session- $85 and All Things Puppy information packet; Package of four 1 hour sessions (within 6 months), an All Things Puppy information packet, and continued text/email support – $300.

It is designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months:

-Crate training;

-Socialization;

-Potty training;

-Management tips.

Additional sessions can cover basic manners, walking on a loose leash, recall, and anything in between.

Classes designed for dogs and puppies of all ages are:

    • Grooming & Vet Care

    • Trick Training

    • Training Adventure Walks

3. South Dakota Canine Center

Website: https://southdakotacaninecenter.vpweb.com/

Address: 21026 Pleasant Valley Rd, Sturgis, SD 57785

Phone number: (605)561-0249

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • General Boarding

Costs: $28 per overnight; (family dogs sharing a run - $28 first dog/$20 second dog)

Day Boarding: $22/day; Intact Dogs- plus $5/day (all dogs over 6 months old are charged an intact fee for additional management issues)

    • Board/Train Packages

1. Basic Obedience

2. Puppy Basics include:

-Manners

-Housetraining

-Leash walking

Tennessee

1. Dog & Puppy Training | THRIVING K9s

Website: https://www.thrivingk9s.com/

Address: 1150 Candies Creek Rd SW, McDonald, TN 37353

Phone number: +1 423-284-8091

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Obedience

Costs: $500 for 6 private lessons

It is designed for puppies between the age of 8 and 16 weeks and includes:

-Housetraining;

-Development of a work attitude and joy towards training;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “release”, “touch”, “lay down”;

-Settle (place command);

-Recall;

-Socialization;

-Focus training;

-Walking on a loose leash.

    • Basic Obedience

Costs: $700 for 6 private lessons

This program is designed for puppies between 16 weeks and 4 months of age and features:

-Recall;

-Marker training;

-Target training;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “here” “spin”, “turn”, “release”, “lay down”, “leave it”;

-Visual and audible cues;

-Focus training;

-Settle (Place command);

-Socialization;

-Self-control and problem-solving skills;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Work attitude and joy towards learning.

2. Sit Means Sit Dog Training Nashville

Website: https://sitmeanssit.com/dog-training-mu/nashville-dog-training/

Address: Nashville, TN

Phone number: +1 615-505-7297

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

According to the information listed on the website, this course will help your pup become a well-rounded and confident adult dog. Owners will be able to apply their financial commitment to an advanced package later. 

The organization’s trainers are specialized in:

-Addressing behavioral issues such as: jumping up, running away, pulling on a leash, separation anxiety, barking, chewing and nipping, destructive and aggressive behavior;

-Potty training.

3. Bark Busters Home Dog Training of Knoxville

Website: https://dogtrainerknoxville.com/

Address: Knoxville

Phone number: +1 877-500-2275

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Training Program

It can cover:

-Recall;

-Door and gate control;

-Housebreaking;

-Crate training;

-Basic obedience “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Diet and food manners;

-Walking on a leash;

-Heel training;

-Socialization;

-Distance control;

-Addressing issues like mouthing, biting, chewing, jumping up;

-Accustoming the pup to the process of being handled.

4. Rocky Top Dog Training

Website: https://rockytopdogtraining.com/

Address: Nashville, TN 37210

Phone number: (615) 489-4886

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training Program

Costs: $1,100

It is designed for puppies from 16 weeks to 5 months of age. 

It features:

-1.5 – 2 hour private one-on-one sessions at owner’s home or at the trainer’s property;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”, “heel”, “drop it”, “leave it”, “place”;

-Crate training;

-Potty training; 

-Review of each session and written homework for each week for the owner and their family to practice;

-Support during the training program via phone/ email/ text. 

Texas

1. Patriot Dog Training

Website: https://patriotdogtraining.com/

Address: 681 Bulverde Rd #101, Bulverde, TX 78163

Phone number: +1 830-229-7141

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training 

The organization offers puppy training program that includes:

-Basic obedience such as “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “here”, “place”;

-Heel training;

-Handling behavioral issues like nipping, jumping, barking, chewing, pulling on a leash;

-Correction of negative traits.

There are 4 package types available:

1. Bronze Training (3 weeks)

Costs: $2700

-2 private lessons;

-On-leash training only;

-Training around distractions;

-Handling of basic behavioral issues;

-Boarding;

-Encouragement of positive behavior;

-Updates on a weekly basis.

2. Silver Training (4 weeks)

Costs: $3100

-3 private lessons;

-On-leash training only;

-Specific obedience training;

-Training around more distractions;

-Extended duration and distance stay;

-Sit and down in motion;

-Auto-sit;

-Updates on a weekly basis.

3. Gold Training (6 weeks)

Costs: $4500

-4 private lessons;

-Basic obedience at distance (50+ feet);

-Increased precise obedience training;

-Extended duration and distance stay;

-Sit and down in motion;

-Auto-sit;

-Significant training around distractions;

-Updates on a weekly basis.

There is also a package “Noble Adult”, that you may be interested in if you have an adult dog.

The price of this package is $8000 and it includes 8 weeks of training sessions.

2. Animal Smart Training

Website: https://animalsmarttraining.com/

Address: 4001 Donaho Drive Corpus Christi, TX 78413

Phone number: +1 361-537-0531

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Free Puppy Course

The organization offers a free puppy course for all new pet owners that includes:

-Potty training;

-Impulse Control;

-Socialization.

Along with the Puppy Course the organization offers also In-Home training and Intensive training.

3. Stephanie Bennett's Believe in DOG Training

Website: https://www.believeindogtraining.com/

Address: 1029 W 26th St, Houston, TX 77008

Phone number: +1 713-364-4439

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Day School

This program includes:

-Foundation skill building;

-Basic manners training;

-Socialization and play;

-Real life training scenarios;

-Time for relaxation;

-Self-control;

-Potty training;

-Crate training 

-Addressing behavioral issues like biting.

It is available in three variations:

Costs of the “Starter” Packages:

-3-day Starter Package - $500

-5-day Starter Package - $690

-10-day Starter Package - $1175

-20% off Puppy Class Part One

-20-day Starter Package - $2075

-30% off Puppy Class Part One 

Costs of the “Additional” Packages:

-Additional day - $115

-3-day Additional Package - $315

-5-day Additional Package - $515

-10-day Additional Package - $1000

Costs of the “Bundle” Packages:

-10-day Bundle Package - $1300 (It includes 10-day starter package plus Puppy Class Part One)

-20-day Bundle Package - $2200 (It includes 20-day starter package plus Puppy Class Part One)

-Puppy Class Bundle - $675 (It includes Puppy Class Part One, Private Lesson, and 3 days of puppy day school)

    • Puppy Class Part One (6 weeks)

Costs: $230

It is designed for puppies between 8 and 20 weeks of age.

-Group class taught off-leash;

-Meeting once a week for 6 weeks;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “down”, “take it”, “leave it”;

-Roll over;

- Recall;

-Handling;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Impulse control.

    • Puppy Class Part Two (6 weeks)

Costs: $230

It is designed for puppies who have completed Puppy Class Part One within 4 months and includes:

-Group class taught off-leash;

-Meeting once a week for 6 weeks;

-Basic obedience at a more advanced level.

    • Puppy Gym Class (1 hour class)

Costs: $40

It is designed for puppies at the age of 8 weeks to 6 months who are current clients of the organization.

    • Private Training (Stephanie Bennett)

Costs:

-Single 90-minute lesson: $225 (Phone and email support is included within two weeks of lesson completion);

-3 Lesson Package: $625-First lesson is 90 minutes, second and third lessons are 60-90 minutes;

(It includes email and phone support in between lessons);

-Virtual 60-minute lesson: $115 (Lessons typically held on Zoom or Facetime).

In-Home Lessons are not available.

    • Private Training (Caroline Mattioli)

Costs:

-Single 90-minute lesson: $195 (Phone and email support are included within two weeks of lesson completion);

-3 Lesson Package: $535- the first lesson is 90 minutes, second and third lessons are 60-90 minutes;

(It includes email and phone support in between lessons);

-Virtual 60-minute lesson: $100 (Lessons typically held on Zoom or Facetime)

In-Home Lessons are available within the organization’s travel radius. A travel fee of $25 - $75 per lesson may be added depending on the distance.

Utah

1. Let's Train Your Dog, Inc.

Website: https://letstrainyourdog.com/

Address: Salt Lake City, Utah

Phone number: 801-503-7449; 801-503-6050

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $1075 for the 7-Day Puppy Board & Train

    • 7-Day Puppy Board & Train

Costs: $1075

This program is designed for puppies of up to 20 weeks.

It includes:

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Get the puppy sleep tonight;

-Addressing behavioral issues like resource guarding of food and treats;

-Basic obedience- “sit” (eventually and “down”);

-Follow-up phone assistance as long as the owner needs.

2. Innovative K9 Academy

Website: https://innovativek9academy.com/

Address: 1899 S Redwood Rd a3, Salt Lake City, UT 84104;  900 South Goosenest Dr Payson UT 84651

Phone number: +1 385-321-9002

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $4,475 for the Puppy Training Program

    • Puppy to Adult Dream Dog Course

 Costs: $4,475

It is designed for puppies over 6 to 12 months of age.

-Basic skills: “sit”, “come”, “down”;

-Recall;

-Crate training;

-Focus training;

-Housetraining;

-Crate training;

-Addressing behavioral issues like biting, jumping up, barking, chewing;

-Good manners around other dogs;

-Confidence building;

-Riding in cars.

3. Live Oak Dog Obedience

Website: https://liveoakdogobedienceutah.com/

Address: 1830 W Rock Hollow Rd, Bluffdale, UT 84065

Phone number: +1 801-891-2681

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the package

    • Puppy Obedience- 1 hour

It is designed for puppies between 9 and 16 weeks of age who have received at least their first vaccination shot. 

It includes:

-Manners;

-Behavior;

-Obedience.

    • Puppy Agility- 30 minutes

It aims at:

-Building confidence;

-Learning more control.

Costs:

-Classes (8-pack):$300 (These may be used for any of the classes);

-Single Class: $50 (It may be used at any facility or class level);

-Private/Competition agility: $50 (½ hour) at the training location; Private training at owner’s home: $100/ hour depending on the location;

-Single Class: $50 (It may be used at any facility or class level).

Vermont

1. Vermont Dog Pack

Website: https://vermontdogpack.com/

Address: 372 Lake Rd, Milton, VT 05468

Phone number:

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Package

Focus on:

-Relaxation;

-Engagement;

-Basic obedience;

-Recall;

-Walking on a loose leash/ off-leash;

-Problem solving like barking, mouthing, crate training, potty training;

-Handling exercises.

There are two programs designed for puppies:

1. Creating Calmness Program;

2. Well Mannered Dog Program.

2. Off The Beaten Trail Canine

Website: https://www.otbtvt.com/

Address: 209 Marylyn Ln, West Burke, VT 05871

Phone number: +1 802-427-4477

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

One of the courses that the organization offers at the time of writing is:

    • Puppy Training Series 

This program features:

-Addressing behavioral issues like biting, jumping, nipping;

-Focus training;

-Training the puppy to stay calm.

    • Consultations

Videos for owners of a new puppy or an adult dog with aggressive behavior. 

3. Grateful Dog Training, Inc.

Website: https://www.gratefuldogvt.com/

Address: Training and Daycare Address: 53 Manchester Valley Road, Manchester Center, VT 05255;  Mailing address: 294 Applewood Lane, Manchester Center, VT 05255

Phone number: +1 802-362-9122

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Signature Series Classroom

It is available in two versions:

1. Bright Start for Itty Bitties;

2. Living & Learning with Puppies.

Bright Start for Itty Bitties is designed for puppies at the age of 8-12 weeks.

It includes:

-Package of four group classes;

-Pro puppy video toolbox;

-Private Facebook training community.

Living & Learning with Puppies is designed for puppies between 12 weeks and 5 months old.

It includes:

-Online handler orientation;

-Package of 4 group classes;

-Assessment, consultation, and private coaching session;

-Puppy E-book;

-Private Facebook training community;

-Text support throughout the course.

Virginia

1. Wolffe Puppy Training

Website: https://www.wolffepuppytraining.com/

Address: Chantilly and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 973-953-2404 / (571) 210-7802 VM (call or text)

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

According to their website, the organization offers various training programs, including:

-Basic Obedience Training;

-Puppy Training;

-Potty Training;

-1st Time Dog Owner Training;

-Family Training;

2. Lead With Fun

Website: https://www.leadwithfun.com/

Address: Fairfax, VA 22030, USA

Phone number: +1 571-969-7297

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Family Dog- 6 Sessions in owner’s home

It is available for puppies under the age of 7 months.

    • In-Home Puppy Consult

It includes:

-Potty training;

-House training;

-Safety;

-Socialization;

-Nipping Puppy Teeth.

    • Virtual Coaching

It includes Zoom sessions.

    • Group Classes

Costs: $195 for 6 classes

It is designed for puppies at the age of 9-14 weeks and includes solving behavioral issues like:

-Biting;

-Potty accidents;

-Aggression and fear.

3. Canine Dimensions In-Home Dog Training, Nokesville, VA

Website: https://www.caninedimensions.com/

Address: Arlington and nearby areas

Phone number: +1 703-594-0231

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

It includes:

-Crate training;

-Housebreaking;

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stay”, “come”, “down”, “drop it”;

-Socialization;

-Good manners’

-Walking on a leash;

-Prevention of chewing, digging, aggression, and other behavioral issues

Washington

1. Woofs n Scruffs – Washington

Website: https://www.woofsnscruffs.com/

Address: Stephenson Industrial Estate, 7 Baird Cl, Washington NE37 3HL

Phone number: 0191 513 0990 (Option 1)

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training Program

It includes:

-Recall;

-Socialization with other puppies and people;

-Engage in Play;

-Handling management (the puppy learns to remain calm, while at a veterinary clinic or when being handled);

-Basic obedience: “sit”, “stand”, “down”, “stay”;

-Walking on a leash;

-Leaving items;

-Food manners;

On completion of the puppy training course owners will receive a Kennel Club Certificate.

2. Well Done Charlie Dog Training

Website: https://welldonecharlie.com/

Address: 611 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC

Phone number: (202) 854-9221

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training- Online training services

It is designed for puppies up to 3 months old.

It features:

-Socialization;

-Body handling;

-Soft mouth;

-Resource guarding;

-Housetraining;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “come”, “wait”.

3. Monument Dog Training

Website: https://monumentdogtraining.com/

Address: Washington DC, Alexandria, and Northern VA area

Phone number: +1 202-318-1380

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Training Program

It is designed for puppies at the age of 16 weeks or younger.

The following topics are included:

-Housebreaking;

-Building a good communication with the puppy;

-Understanding the puppy’s body language; 

-Addressing behavioral problems like barking, digging, chewing;

-Proper exercises of the puppy;

-Training calm behavior;

-Preventing the puppy from jumping and mouthing.

West Virginia

1. Ridgeside K9, LLC - Dog Training

Website: http://www.ridgesidek9.com/

Address: 19971 Ridgeside Rd, Bluemont, VA 20135

Phone number: +1 703-586-8968 (call/text)

Email-Address:

Costs:

    • Puppy Training

-Marker training;

-Clicker training;

-Teaching puppies how to learn and engage;

-Exposing puppies to new environments;

-Shaping and free-shaping obedience like “sit”, “place”, “down”, “place”, “heel”;

-Follow-up working with the owner after the puppy returns home.

2. The Complete K9, West Virginia

Website: https://www.thecompletek9.com/

Address: 228 Boner Dr, Elkview, WV 25071

Phone number: +1 304-915-3647

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: Depends on the course

    • Puppy Classes

1. 1-Hour Private Puppy Class

Costs: 1 Total Course Hours – $85.00

This class is suitable for new puppy owners and includes:

-Potty training;

-Crate training;

-Handling and addressing behavioral problems.

2. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Classes- 6 weekly classes, 30 minutes each

Costs: 3 Total Course Hours – $275.00

It includes:

-Basic obedience;

-Health;

-Basic First Aid;

-Test will be administered at the end of the course.

Upon completion owners will be able to send an application for enrollment in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program.

3. Greensburg Bed & Biscuit

Website: https://greensburgbedandbiscuit.com/index.html

Address: 121 Buttonwood Lane, Martinsburg, WV 25404

Phone number: 304-263-4485, Fax: 304-263-1988

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

    • Puppy Training- Private Training Sessions

The program is designed for puppies at least 8 weeks old that have been in their owner’s home for more than 10 days. They must be current with the vaccination schedule administered by the veterinarian. The program focuses on:

-Removing the conflict between the owner and their puppy;

-Developing a deeper bond;

-Developing a better behavior;

-Developing confidence;

-Addressing biting, chewing, house-breaking.

Wisconsin

1. Practical Obedience LLC - Custom Dog Training

Website: https://www.practicaldogobedience.com/

Address: 901 Parkview Rd, Green Bay, WI 54304

Phone number: +1 920-471-4145

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs: $1.675 for the Puppy DaySchool Program

    • Puppy DaySchool Program

Costs: $1,675 for 6 week Training Investment:

The program is designed for puppies between 8 and 16 weeks of age and the age limit can be modified on case-by-case basis. Puppies must have received their first vaccination shot at least one week prior to visit. The administered vaccination schedule must be kept during the training program. Training session are scheduled for 6 consecutive weeks.  The program consists of:

-1 Virtual training orientation session;

-12 Drop-off puppy DaySchool sessions;

-4 Individual coaching sessions;

-1 Puppy training gear package.

The program includes:

-Positive exposure to new experiences and confidence building;

-Socialization with other dogs and people;

-Prevention of behavioral issues including aggression;

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “stay”, “down”, “leave it”, “drop it”, “go to bed”;

-Walking calmly;

-Preparation for handling, including veterinarian visits and grooming.

2. In Touch Dog Training & Rehabilitation

Website: https://www.intouchdogtraining.com

Address: W4234 WI-54, Black Creek, WI 54106

Phone number: +1 920-740-9837

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Puppy Management Program

Private lessons at the owner’s home that include:

-Good manners;

-Socialization;

-Housebreaking;

-Walking on a leash;

-Confidence building;

-Obedience introduction.

    • Puppy Immersion Program

It includes an extra week of Board & Train to the regular Immersion program.

Sessions are shorter but more frequent. Puppies will be taken to new places and will meet a lot of dogs and people. The goal of this approach is achieving a puppy socialization.  It includes:

-Fundamental obedience skills;

-Socialization;

-Confidence building.

3. Onward Bound Incredible Dog Training

Website: https://www.onwardbounddogs.com/

Address: Hartford, Wisconsin

Phone number:

Email-Address: contact form

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Start Right- Private lessons

Costs: $475 for 6 lessons over 12 weeks

It includes:

-Reward-based training;

-Socialization;

-Modification of unwanted behavior;

-Crate training;

-Housetraining;

-Chew training;

-Good manners;

-Training gear such as a training pouch, a harness, an interactive toy, and admission to puppy games.

    • Level One Manners- 6 weeks

Costs: $140

20 minutes free phone consult

It features:

-Basic obedience like “sit”, “down”, “leave it”, “go to mat”, “touch”;

-Recall;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Mat games.

Wyoming

1. 307HappyDog

Website: https://307happydog.com

Address: 1002 Alger Ave, Cody, WY 82414

Phone number: +1 307-272-9762

Email-Address: [email protected] / contact form

Costs: Depend on the program

    • Puppy Classes- 6 weeks

Costs: $195

Puppy group classes are designed for puppies between 10 weeks and 5 months of age. It includes:

-Basic commands: “sit”, “down”, “stay”

-Social skills;

-Patience developing;

-Self-control.

    • Puppy Starter Package

Costs: $310 (2 in-home sessions and 6 week Puppy Group Class in a small group of 3, individual Email and phone support) It is designed for puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months of age and includes:

-2 in-home visits;

-Basic commands;

-Social skills. 

2. Give Me a Paw LLC

Website: https://givemeapawllc.com/

Address: 1391 Rd 215, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Phone number: +1 970-518-1303

Email-Address: contact form

Costs:

    • Dog training in person

1. Basic Dog Training- 5 weeks

Costs: $150.00

It includes: 

-Basic commands like “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Some additional commands.

2. Behavioral Training

Costs: $50.00 /hour

Focusing on specific behavioral issues.

3. Basic Extensive Training- 5 weeks

Costs: $375.00

It includes:

-Basic commands such as “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Some additional tasks.

    • Dog Training Virtually

1. Basic Dog Training- 5 weeks

Costs: $130.00

It features:

-Basic commands such as “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Some additional tasks.

2. Basic Extensive Training- 5 weeks

Costs: $350.00

It features:

-Basic commands like “sit”, “stay”, “down”;

-Walking on a loose leash;

-Additional tasks.

3. Behavioral Training

Costs: $40.00/hour

Focusing on specific behavioral issues.

3. Homestead Hound

Website: https://www.homesteadhound.com/

Address: 1725 KDC Lane, Jackson, WY, 83001

Phone number: (307) 690-1260

Email-Address: [email protected]

Costs:

The organization offers the following training programs:

    • Basic/Advanced Obedience

    • Socialization

    • Functional Training

    • Separation Anxiety

Puppy owners may be interested in the Basic obedience program, as it begins with puppy training. The training process can continue as service dog training.