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WAOK9 Training & Rehabilitation offers Board & Train programs and Private Training sessions to struggling owners who want to gain control over their dogs, want them to be calm on command every time they want, and enjoy all sorts of outings with their dogs everywhere they go and whatever they do together. For instance, every time you have guests over, walking at the part, hiking, enjoying off leash freedom, or just want to stay home and relax - your dog will be your perfect partner in all kinds of activities.
Carolais Rabanales
I won a free session for my dog thanks to TNR Passaic and We Are One K9 Training, and it was so amazing! The trainer was so kind, patient, wise, and lovely to us. First the trainer analyzed the things that my dog struggle to learn or have to be reinforced, and then she explained to me what she’s going to do with my dog in a such nice and understanding way then she started teaching my dog. My dog was able to catch all things what she taught him. The trainer took her time to teach not rushed and she even gave me a collar for my dog, and allowed me to practice with him all the things that she taught him. I’m so happy that we were able to do this without frustration or angriness but with enthusiasm and happiness. That is why I highly recommend WAOK9 Training!!!
Manhattan
Hi there! I am Marie Fetzer, The Happy Dog Trainer and founder of All For LAZ Canine Academy, an innovative Dog Training company that uses the POWER OF PLAY to shape your pup's behavior. I understand the challenges of being a pet parent - the behavior issues, the scheduling Jenga, the confusion of contradictory information out there. I am here to help you! Using REVOLUTIONARY PLAY-BASED CONCEPT TRAINING, your pup will learn to be FOCUSED, CONFIDENT, and CALM.
Kelly Wallace
Marie is amazing! She worked with my dog aggressive dog, who also had severe separation anxiety and totally transformed him! She is currently working with my very hyper over excited and barky (all the time!) dog and after only a couple of sessions she is already making great progress and is so much calmer!
With 30 years experience, I can tailor private obedience lessons to your individual needs. This can include,but is not limited to, basic manners, housebreaking, walking on lead, sit, down, come, and stay. Flexible hours are by appointment. Working as the Director of Training for a shelter group for the past 20 plus years, coupled with being a retired Police K9 Handler and years of schooling, workshops and on line instruction, make me the perfect choice to help you and your canine companions live and communicate in happiness and harmony.
You can try emailing or filling out the inquiry page at mikepreisdogtraining.com for quick response. Michael Preis has been training dogs for almost 10 years and has been a CPDT-KA dog trainer (Certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers) since 2016. Prior to dog training he provided dog walking and pet care services throughout the New York City area for over 10 years.
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Westchester
All in one pet care regardless of age or type of fur, fin or feather baby. Pets a Go Go prides itself on making every one of our 3,800+ clients feel like they’re our only client. Home based care or facility based care, we welcome you to check out our Best of Westchester winning services and give us a call today.
Assistant Manager
Cannot say anything bad about this place. They were good to me and worked around my needs. My only reason for moving on was that I wanted to focus on my own (unrelated) business. I can only saw I wish them luck and remember all the people that work (and breathe) this business the best of luck.Pros Fun job, every day is different, good moneyCons Occasionally stressful (but what job isn't at times)
We are a New York City based Dog training company that believes that the BEST methods in behavior modification and training are supported by science! Period! That includes positive reinforcement training, and giving your dog autonomy and agency. We create training plans that uphold these characteristics in dog training because it creates the best environment for your dog to learn while making sure that the plan suits you and your dogs specific needs and life style.
2018 U.S. Behavioral Therapist/Trainer of the Year. Now offering in-person and remote (video-conference based) training to keep all my clients safe and in compliance with social distancing! I can help you with any age, breed, or issue... from typical puppy mischief and housebreaking to severe adult aggression and separation anxiety (the cases other trainers do not want to take!
Susan Collins Torres
Middlesex
First off, thank you for taking the time to read this. I am what is considered a balanced trainer, preferring the use of positive reinforcement techniques while teaching our dogs what and how to please us. I am as much a behaviorist as a trainer. The training I provide is as much for my clients as for their dogs. I give you a better understanding of both why your dog is doing specific things and why we are going to respond in a specific manner.
Ny
I am a full time licensed veterinary technician, specializing in behavior and obedience training for 15 years. I offer group and private classes as well as supervised social groups on Saturday mornings.
Kings
Bark Busters is the worldwide leader of in-home dog training. Over the past 30 years, we have trained more than 1 million dogs and their pet parents using our natural communication techniques that dogs understand. I apply the same communication methods - body language and voice control - that dogs follow in their instinctive pack mentality. I partner with you to resolve the most challenging dog behavior issues and address nuisance issues, including:
JoAnna Costa
John was excellent! We have three dogs and all have different needs, he was very good with getting the specific needs we needed for each dog while ensuring it was something we could do together. It was very easy to work with John and he truly wanted to get to know us to help us lead our dogs. Highly recommended!!
Sit, Stay, Love Dog Training helps build better relationships between dogs and their owners. From basic obedience (including puppy training) to behavior modification, training helps owners to create the relationship they dreamed of with their dog. Once the owner and dog have a good relationship, all things are possible. Training is done in home and is personalized to you and your dog.
Stephanie Perez-Kolb
I contacted Cheryl in desperation. We adopted a pit bull terrier mix and the last few months have been very difficult. He is 7 months old and was unruly, defiant and nipping my children constantly. A week after speaking with Cheryl (I live out of state so I was only able to communicate via messenger) I cannot believe the difference! I implemented all of her tips consistently and even though we still have a long road ahead of us with Chance I am more confident in the training process with him. Cheryl assured me I am doing great and Chance is simply doing puppy things but with her help I know with more work he will be an obedient and loving dog. I highly recommend anyone dealing with a hard time training a puppy to contact Cheryl!
Erie
We offer 1 on 1 private lessons at your home! Board and Train programs custom tailored to fit you and your dogs needs. Board and Train is an intensive 2 week stay here at The Art of Dog where your dog will live the life of a professional dog trainers dog; learning how to be a proper lady or gentleman!
Kings
I specialize in Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) and I am comfortable handling any dog. I've worked with most breeds and sizes: aggressive Pitbulls, shy, anxious Terriers, dominant Boxers, and over-excited Vizslas. I rehabilitate and train dogs by working not only with the dog, but most importantly with YOU, the owner. I can help you achieve a happy, healthy and balanced life with your dog!
Joey K.
Great, Great just great!Prior to taking a much needed trip, I needed someone capable who I could trust to walk my extremely leash reactive german shepherd and upon coming across Dominik I decided to give him a try. I really couldn't be more happier or ask for a more positive experience, the guy is great with dogs, extremely knowledgeable and I did not expect the results I saw with my dog after introducing him to Dominik. He was able to successfully manage and control my dogs reactivity while taking him out for his walks, he instilled corrective techniques and worked with my dog with utmost patience and exhibited a high degree of professionalism. My dog seems to be visibly more happy and his entire demeanor seems to be shifting. I am happy to say that I look forward to many future sessions with Dominique and would 100% recommend him for taking care of your dog no matter their temperament.
Warren
Alpha Dog Consulting and Training works on aggression cases, leash walking, puppy training, and everything is done at the customer's house, or a comfortable public setting.
Erie
Claws & Effect Inc. is an in-your-home pet sitting + dog walking + dog training service where you and your pets will receive customized care based on your individual needs. We offer walks, vacation visits, overnights, along with dog training.
Erie
Kanine Command is a residential dog training service training dogs and there owners right in the comfort of their home. Kanine Command offers all levels of professional dog training. Basic & Advance Obedience, Puppy Development (8 weeks to 41/2 months), AKC, CGC preparation course & testing, Behavior Modification, K9 Nosework Cpursel, Personal Protection, 1 to 2 week In- Board training program.
Bergen
Fido Fidelis provides certified dog training for dogs and their owners across the Northern and Central NJ region, Manhattan and Southern NY state. Our trainers develop custom training programs that are tailored to the individual needs of the dog and the family. Our training protocols have been proven time and time again to be successful with any breed, age or temperament. We offer custom in-home training and board & train programs.
Matthew Rogacki
Fido Fidelis Dog Training gave me the tools i needed to take my dog Chance from good dog to great dog. With stereotypes on the breed dog i own, i wanted Chance to have his obedience down pat to prove to others that it is not the breed but the owners. Not only did they help with his obedience they also got him to stop jumping at cars while walking on a busy street. Then after that, we were able to get him to do recall. Once we learned proper recall, Chance was able to progress to off-leash training. Our trainer was 100% sure Chance would do good. I was nervous that he would run away. After the leash was unclipped, the dog listened perfectly to all the commands. The trainers at Fido Fidelis both cared about Chance’s progression. I highly recommend Pete and Donna at Fido Fidelis Dog Training. They will be able to help you and your dog conquer any challenges or fear that arise!
Monroe
Regional K-9 opened its doors in 2018 under the guidance of Pat Curran. All training is done right out of his residence & he only takes a maximum of two dogs at a time. He specializes in obedience training and behavior counseling. He is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer from National K-9 in Columbus, Ohio. In addition, he is a Member of the International Association for Canine Professionals,
Ingrid Wander
Pat did an incredible job with my dog Judge! Judge learned all the basic walking/leash commands as well as general obedience. He came home a new dog! The best part of the residency program though is that Pat & his family tested Judge like he was one of their own. It’s more than worth it to have a well-trained/happy dog! I highly recommend Pat & Regional K9!
Why should I get a Dog Trainer?
Making sure your pup is trained properly really matters. Without the necessary groundwork, you’re risking your dog’s wellness and security, as well as the safety of any other dogs it comes into contact with. It’s also important your dog is trained so that it can integrate properly with you and your family. Keeping it out of trouble will save you a lot of hassle (and potentially costly repairs too).
Making sure your dog listens to commands is very important. Not only will handling it be less stressful, but it can stop dangerous conflict with other animals. Furthermore, if your dog doesn’t want to listen to you, situations such as dealing with traffic can potentially become fatal. On the upside, having a well-trained pup enables you and your pet to socialise properly with other dogs and their owners.
Having a dog that is obedient means that life around the home becomes plain sailing. With good manners, your dog will be able to tell the difference between right and wrong behaviour, while being able to foster good relationships with other members of your family. These connections can help to build a fruitful relationship with your pet as part of the family. Time well spent together will allow you to both grow together, sharing experiences and creating the type of memories that make having a pet so worth it.
How about becoming an authority figure yourself? Although your trainer will help your dog get up to scratch, they will also teach you a great deal about the fundamentals of dog training. This includes not only how to handle your own dog, but principals that you can use to understand and better interact with other dogs too. Being able to help out less-informed dog owners can be a wonderful gift to have, and something that you can take further if you enjoy it.
Having a well-trained dog also means that taking your pet to the veterinarian will be a lot easier than it would be otherwise. Considering the nature and volume of work that they have to do, being a vet is tough, let alone dealing with an uncooperative pet in their surgery. In some cases, dogs can become violent when approached by a vet – definitely something they don’t need. By having your dog properly trained, you can avoid injuries – for both your dog and your vet – as well as unnecessary embarrassment upon visits.
How do I pick a Dog Trainer?
When hiring someone to train your dog, there is plenty to think about. The needs of both you and your pet have to be considered and so taking some time to sit down and work out what is important to you is a must. Down below are a few of the questions you might ask when it comes to finding the right dog trainer –
Should I go for group or private training? Each comes with pros and cons – those with a brand new dog can expect their pet to socialise and start to develop relationships with other dogs.
Does my dog need generalised training or would training in a specific area suit it better? One example of this is if your dog has an issue with barking, or separation anxiety. In these cases, someone that can specialise in tackling these issues would be optimal.
Do I need long-term training or do I need a quick fix? Goals such as conditioning your dog for agility or developing a routine will need more time with a trainer.
You should also take care to see what type of strategies your trainer uses. There are a wide variety of techniques that can be applied in order to change your dog’s behaviour – but not all of these involve kindness and care. It’s good to talk to prospective trainers about the ways in which they choose to teach your dog, including methods of both discipline and praise. Techniques such as positive reinforcement are very beneficial for dogs and are particularly powerful, while being enjoyable for them.
While your dog is your priority, how you communicate with your trainer is important too. Your trainer’s should be able to translate their understanding into constructive advice. A good trainer can tell you both what is working in terms of training your dog, and what isn’t. This includes passing on insights of what to do to correct certain issues, while conveying these ideas in a constructive, friendly way. In order to do this, a trainer needs to not only be able to express themselves clearly, but also be diplomatic and observant.
How much does a Dog Trainer cost?
There are various ways in which you can choose to train your dog. Some owners opt for private lessons, while others will put their dog through group daycare.
Group sessions are valuable not only because they are more budget friendly, but also because they are better as a long-term option. This is because your pet will have time to get to grips with a wider variety of commands. However one-on-one training provides your dog with lessons that are specially tailored to their needs, helping them learn in the best way for them.
There are also the various levels of obedience training to take into account. As well as classes specifically for puppies, there are basic educational classes, adult training, agility and advanced tutoring. Which of these you go for can affect pricing, as well as how quickly your dog learns (depending on its needs and comprehension).
Can I hire a Dog Trainer online?
Yes! You might be surprised to hear that dog training can be done remotely, through online video platforms like Zoom. They can take the form of group sessions or one-to-one classes to tackle certain individual behavioural issues. Many customers prefer online dog training for all sorts of reasons, like saving on travel time and costs.
