Andover, MN, Anoka
51 customer reviews
Alina Zamfir
I brought my border collie when he was a puppy and this class was so helpful in socializing him and establishing a good foundation. Great experience, would recommend!
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Heather Marie
My labradoodle Hudson and I have so much fun attending class! Joann and Vicky are awesome and so helpful. I've grown to look forward to when we have class each week, it's a drive for me but well worth it. I highly recommend their training.
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Melissa Clark French
LOVE JoAnn & all the great advice she has. Best place for training.
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Carly Anderson
Great training, for dogs *and* their owners.
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amanda jeurissen
The trainer that came to our house was very knowledgeable, however the follow- up I am not impressed with. I sent an email 12 days ago and yet to get a response, then a 2nd email to follow up 3 days ago and still no response. They did reach out via phone and came back out to do another training. Very knowledgeable and make you feel comfortable with your dog. More...
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Christie Jones
Great staff. Close location. I have been looking for help with training my own dog to be my service animal.
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Shelly Liestman Becker
I have been to a few different training classes in my years of owning dogs. I can tell you with out a doubt joann is the best! she makes it fun for the people and the dogs and you also learn at the same time. no physical training methods like other classes I have been to. Slippers (myself and hubby) really enjoy our time at the classes thank you joann!! More...
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Linnea Gulstad
Great variety and fun atmosphere for a training facility. There is no endless walking in circles like I have experienced at other places. Puppy class and level 2 are off leash and there is a strong focus on relationship and keeping your dog’s attention on you using only positive training methods. There are also many games and challenges to keep training fun for you and your dog. More...
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Amy Paton
My dog has learned so much in just 2 months of classes here. It took almost a year at a different place for my other dog to come this far. The classes are interesting and varied, so you’re not doing the same thing at every class. There are also several class times to choose from and you can go twice a week, so that flexibility works really well with my busy schedule. Joann wants to work on what your dog needs the most help with. She is a true dog whisperer and can give you tools for whatever you need your dog to learn. More...
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Teri Struthers
Great place. Joann makes it fun. Learning so much!
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Amber Wilcox
Awesome training! Very good with my dog and others. Willing to take any type or age. I have a doberman and she's excelled with the training.
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Shelly Becker
Great class! Puppy got to socialize and learn. She was exhausted and so was I after class.
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Mark Kalogeropoulos
Such a great place. Trainers are compassionate and patient. Our puppy is learning a lot.
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Amber Forte Wilcox
Joanne does a great job with all types of dogs! She makes the learning fun for both dog and handler.
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Jennifer Klitzke
Exceptional positve, loose lease training. Excellent puppy socialization. Fun for dogs and people.
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John Hall
Loved our first visit there, looking forward to our next visit.
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Pj Maguire
If you sign with your pup for the Puppy Headstart program it will be the best $120.00 you spend on your dog. Period.
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Anna SCHUTZ
Lots of fun!!! Excited to get started back up!.
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Anna Schutz
wow.. all I can say. I love coming here and challenging me and my dog every class. I'm so amazed with this facility. everyone is always so positive and I look forward to each class. I'll be here for awhile
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Jason Brunko
A great/positive/fun experience for our puppy and us. I could not recommend this place high enough. Inga made great strides outside of class almost immediately. We went for 2 months, very grateful for JoAnn, Diane and the rest of her awesome staff More...
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Peg Leadens
Love the puppy class !!!❤️
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Karen Nelson
I just started this class with Winston (1 1/2 year old black lab/blue Healer Mix). Already, he is walking on a leash and is listening to us more. I could not be happier. I think, I have more work to do then the dog :-) More...
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Valerie Heyer
Lyle has graduated from puppy headstart. Training is going very well.
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Amy Rider
I took my new dog here for training, excellent class! Decent price.
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amarrente .
Best dog trainer around. Wonderful atmosphere!
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Bryan Broberg
We could not be more satisfied. We are first time dog owners, and would have a hellion on our hands had it not been for Joann. There is knowledge and passion in Joann, which provokes a passion and (hunger for) knowledge in us. We really sucked as puppy parents, but now, we think we are above average. This place is great, top to bottom. Price, availability, low commitment, and expertise that comes second to none. More...
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Tammy Jeffers
Great place to do training Joanne shows she really cares about dogs,and their humans,she knows what she's doing,also trains us to be the Alpha!
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Vicki Hoyt
hi, my name is Vicki and live in Minnesota. I adopted a Korean Jindo, a dog that was in the meat market trade. She was brought over to the U. S. to have a better life. When we got her she was very shy and didn't want to do anything. She was not potty trained and she was not used to being around people and was not socialized with other dogs. We kept the name the Society gave her, Yuri. I knew Yuri would need professional training so I took her to Pack Leader Behavior and Training owned by Joann Neve. The first 2 months all Yuri would do is sit in the corner with me. Joann would come by and talk to Yuri and eventually was able to pet her. Slowly she came out of her shell and started to learn basic commands. She loves people but did not get along with other dogs. Joann taught me how to settle Yuri when she growled at other dogs, biting her legs in frustration. The vet put her on an anti-anxiety medication and Yuri became calmer. As we went to Joann's school Yuri became more sure of herself. She has been able to let her meet other dogs on loose leashes and she has actually been able to go off leash and play and run around with other dogs. Joann and I have taken a scared unsocialized 2 year old puppy and turned her into a dog who loves to play and run free. She no longer sits in the corner with her head down. She knows how to sit, stay, follow, find it, touch, leave it and play with other dogs off leash. She loves people and goes up to them to be petted and get hugs. I love Yuri so much and look forward to many years with my baby. Thank you AHS for rescuing Yuri and bringing her here for me to adopt and love. Also thank you Joann Neve, trainer and owner of Pack Leader Behavior and Training for all the work you did in teaching me how to train Yuri to become the happy puppy that she is and for helping her to forget the horrible beginning of her life and give her a new life filled with hugs and kisses and obedience.Yuri will have a beautiful and spoiled life with me and my family. More...
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Stephanie Mae
Absolutely amazing trainer! Joann is fun and intelligent and keeps class interesting! I have just as much fun here as my puppy does! Her training is kind and uses no punishment methods that I've seen others trainers use! This is training I would like if I were a puppy! Sessions are kept short and infused with lots of play! So happy I found Joann! More...
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Robin Roalstad-Worts
I came to training with dogs that were pretty well trained elsewhere but we were looking for some new challenges. Joann's training methods, games, and insight have been a breath of fresh air and it keeps us on our toes. My dogs absolutely love coming and so do we! Every time we come to class we do something new which keeps the dogs thinking, learning, and not anticipating a specific routine. Joann takes time to help each and every person and dog with whatever they are struggling with. She cares about each and every person and dog and their success with training. I'm so happy we found Pack Leader Behavior & Training. I highly recommend this for dogs of any skill level! More...
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Dan Kozlarek
Very happy with the format of this training facility!!!!! Way more personal than others that I have experienced in the past.
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Emily Nowlan
Joann is a dedicated, positive and enthusiastic trainer! I feel so fortunate to have found Pack Leader Behavior and Training! The difference it's made in our dog is amazing! Everything Joann says works and works fast! I have recommended her to all of my friends and family! Thank you for everything Joann! More...
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Cassie Libby
Joann was patient and always helpful with my new dog. She never gave up on us even when I was frustrated. Very positive and encouraging. If it wasn't for her, we wouldn't have been able to keep our dog. She is amazing and I am so thankful to have her help with my dogs! More...
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Chris Peterson
I love this class. My puppy really has a mind of her own and Joanne has really helped me understand her and myself. My puppy is finally starting to get the idea if she does what I want we both get a treat!
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Marsha Weidner
Joann is a dog trainer that teaches in class style but also brings the class down too the individual dog. Her vast knowledge of understanding a dogs behavior, their responding to different situations, their eyes, ears, there owners, and other dogs, is a very BIG part of trusting Joann as a trainer.
She came to our house and trained us about being good dog owners and how to handle our very intelligent, protective, scare-d-cat dog. She taught us not to give up. Be patient with ourselves and confident in our rank in the family.
Joann, I think I am the alpha by the way.
I am so thankful that she is a trainer that we invested in. Buddy is a better family member because she took the time to share her knowledge, patience and understanding with us.
Thank you Joann!
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Kim Knoll Dennie
My mini schnauzer Bailey has gone through Puppy training and is now in the Obedience 1 level . This school is perfect for Bailey. She started off being timid around the other dogs but with gentle encouragement and tips from Joann, Bailey is finding her grit. Joann not only instructs us in class, but provides us with simple exercises to do at home such as 'go find it', 'leave it' and 'focus'. Puppy training is done off-leash and obedience training is done on leash. More...
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Theresa Neises
My daughter and I brought her puppy in fir training. Joann is very knowledgeable in puppy behaviors and put my daughter in a more comfortable "mode" with handling her pup!
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Roxanne Molskness
Great value for training a dog. $100 for a month and attend up to 3 classes a week. Joann is very knowledgeable and great with the dogs. We’ve learned so much already about how to work with our dog at home. We learn new things to practice each time we attend a class and have seen progress right away. More...
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Sue Kaufmann
Joann is an excellent trainer! She truly cares about dogs and what you learn in class are skills that every dog needs to have when interacting with you, other humans and other dogs as well. Joann has gone above and beyond in helping us to train our dog. She has helped us to understand how to read the body language of our dog, differentiate between different kinds of barks, and many other things due to her vast knowledge of dogs and training techniques. I am very glad we found Joann! More...
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Amber Dalbec
I have now taken both of my dogs to Pack Leader, My terrier mix did OE1 and she is a much better dog because of what we both learned! I am currently bringing my Mini Aussie to Puppy Headstart. Joann has been very patient with getting him more socialized. I highly recommend either of these classes to anyone. Its very evident that she will do whatever she can to help you and your dog/puppy reach your goals. More...
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Michele Smith
I came here out of desperation to train my recently adopted rescue. Wow. Very impressed.
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Tammy jeffers
Great experience
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Stephanie Mae
I cannot express just how fortunate I am to have found Joann and her excellent training. In 6 sessions of puppy class my 5 mo. old puppy Rico has earned his AKC Star Puppy Award! We have now graduated into OE1 and I'm excited to see how far we can go! Joann is exceptionally knowledgeable and patient. Beyond happy with Pack Leader Behavior and Training and would highly recommend Joann to anyone seeking training. More...
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Tammy Jeffers
Like that I can attend several times a week if we want .Joanne the trainer knows her stuff
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Jason Herrmann
Good program. Owner/employees really care about you and your dog's training.
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Joshua S.
Great place to bring your dog for training! Check out the virtual tour as well. Wide open space to train with ample parking. So nice to see this building getting used. More...
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Holly Peterson
I learned so much about training and dog behavior at pack leader! My dog loves it there!
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Dan Kozlarek
Started taking my newest puppy here a month ago and really like the atmosphere. Way better than any big box pet store.
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James E
I have been with pack leader for a couple months now and my dog has gone from one or two commands to passing her CGC in less then four months. she started the school very shy pulling on the leash and other problems. All those problems are all gone now. I cant say enough good things about this school. the classes are very flexible the price is unbeatable and the instructor knows her stuff. there is no doubt I will bring all my future dogs to pack leader! I highly recommend pack leader to any one who has a dog. More...
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Tanya Joyce
I have been taking my dog, Missy, to Pack Leader Behavior & Training and have worked with Joann for several months. We have absolutely loved the time and attention from such a caring and knowledgeable trainer. Joann's technique uses evidenced based training with reward that is a basic concept in psychology and is extremely effective when used consistently. Joann encourages the bond between the dog and their human for the foundation of training. When we had difficulty in training a certain concept, Joann had alternative methods that helped Missy be successful. Additionally, Joann's knowledge of dog personality and characteristics helped me determine Missy's ability. Obedience training isn't a means to an end but a journey that lasts the lifetime of our furry companions. I will definitely continue our journey with Joann and Pack Leader Behavior and Training. Thank you Joann! More...
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