Dog Obedience Training Programs That Transform Behavior Fast

From puppies to adult dogs, our certified trainers help build confident, obedient companions, across 150+ cities in the U.S.

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Certified Balanced Trainers

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Thousands of Dogs Trained

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Free Evaluations Available

Dog Obedience Training Programs That Work

From puppies to adults, our canine friends can come with bundles of energy that need to be channeled effectively and in positive ways. That’s where our dog training programs stand out as the ideal solution. With our dog obedience training, your furry companion will soon exhibit good manners and polite behavior so you can enjoy walks, playtime, and life together. We have a team of accredited trainers that work with balanced dog behavior training techniques to produce results with a real difference.

Which Training Program Is Right for Your Dog?

Whether you’re interested in puppy training or our adult dog training programs, our certified trainers can help with a range of challenges and behaviors. With advanced training, your dog will learn basic obedience and leash manners for a healthy and happy relationship based on good manners. Wondering which of our obedience training programs is right for you? Take a look at the different options we offer below.

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Our puppy obedience training program is ideal for young pups aged 10 weeks and over. Their young and impressionable minds learn quickly and starting early with the right approach is the best solution as they grow and mature into adults. With us, your pup will learn a variety of skills and new behaviors, including leash training, crate training, and socialization.

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Choosing our board and train dog training program is ideal for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages. This program allows you to send our dog to a training facility or our trainers’ homes for seven, 14, or 21 days where they learn basic obedience commands and undergo dog socialization for good manners and healthy behaviors.

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Finding time to train your dog can be difficult. If you’re too busy during the day, you might benefit from The Dog Wizard Day Training program. Throughout the day, your pet will work with a trainer to improve behavior. Between day schools, you’ll enjoy a private lesson in the comfort of your own home. Depending on your and your dog’s needs, you may choose between 6-day and 15-day programs.

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Our balanced dog training can also be accomplished in a group environment where distractions and social interactions thrive. This is the perfect opportunity to help your dog learn new skills and good behaviors, together with other dogs, to ensure they thrive in group settings and learn sound manners despite distractions.

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Looking for one-on-one lessons with tailored plans and individualized attention? Our private dog training lessons are the perfect way to get the desired results. From young private puppy training to adult dogs, we’ve got you fully covered. With an individual approach, your canine friend will get the full attention of their trainer and benefit from all aspects of training, including off-leash control.

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Need a more unique approach to your dog’s advanced dog training? Let us help. We can help with agility mastery for dogs of all sizes. We also offer scent training, therapy prep, and baby prep. Every aspect to help your furry companion thrive in any environment. Go beyond off-leash control, distraction-proofing, and more with our team of experts.

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Communication, crate and potty training, scent work and agility. These are just a few of the AKC training aspects we can help with. Regardless of whether you have a pup, a rescue, or an adult dog, we’re here to ensure your canine companion thrives in any environment with good manners and excellent behavior based on proven and advanced training techniques, accompanied by progress reports.

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At The Dog Wizard, we don’t believe in a once-off training program. Instead, we offer lifetime support to dog owners who’d like to enhance their companions’ skills and keep them fresh. We also help you and those in your household learn effective communication with your furry friends, so that everyone can contribute to the success of a healthy and happy relationship.

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Need a more unique approach to your dog’s advanced dog training? Let us help. We can help with agility mastery for dogs of all sizes. We also offer scent training, therapy prep, and baby prep. Every aspect to help your furry companion thrive in any environment. Go beyond off-leash control, distraction-proofing, and more with our team of experts.

What Your Dog Will Learn in Obedience Training

From basic dog training to advanced dog training, we cover it all. Our effective techniques for behaviour modification ensure that your dog is polite, well-mannered, and obedient. We cover techniques that range from socialization, potty training, and leash training to basic commands for effective communication and healthy relationships. Enjoy your dog and channel their energy effectively with our accredited dog trainers, when searching for a balanced dog trainer near me.

Category Skills Taught
Core Obedience Commands Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Heel, Place, Off
Leash Skills Loose leash walking, polite leash behavior in public
Manners and House Skills Crate training, potty training, waiting at doors, no jumping
Socialization With children, other dogs, and in busy environments
Problem Behaviors Addressed Play biting, barking, jumping, chewing, separation anxiety
Emotional Development Confidence building, resilience, calm under distraction
Owner Communication Recognizing your dog’s body language, giving clear commands
Situational Response Responding to doorbells, visitors, busy parks, distractions
Training Reinforcement Lifetime access to FREE group classes for continued learning

Why Choose The Dog Wizard

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Magical Methodologies

All of our trainers use balanced training techniques that are proven to be effective in and out of the classroom.

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Everywhere Dogs Are

With over 100 locations — the majority of them being mobile — we have the ability to bring balanced dog training right to you.

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Trained to Transform

Our knowledgeable trainers complete a rigorous dog training curriculum through The Dog Wizard Academy that teaches them methods that truly work

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A Lifetime of Support

Those who complete our obedience programs have access to indefinite group class training support.

Take The Next Step. Schedule a Free Evaluation

Schedule your free evaluation and let us tailor the right training for your dog’s unique needs.

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Common Dog Behavior Problems We Can Help With

Some owners experience behavior problems in dogs, often because they are rescues or simply young pups with unchanneled energy. Let our expert trainers help address socialization issues, as well as aggression in dogs or anxiety in dogs. From young puppy behavior problems to rescue rehab, our training isn’t just about obedience. It’s about solving the behavior challenges that disrupt daily life. We work with dogs of all ages and backgrounds.

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We guide young pups through crate training, house manners, and early socialization.

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From chewing to leash pulling, we teach better choices through calm, consistent training.

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Build your dog’s confidence with new people, pets, and environments.

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Help your dog feel safe and secure—even when you’re not home.

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Our certified trainers work with dogs showing fear, reactivity, or aggression.

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We help rescues overcome trauma, fear, and adjustment struggles.

Not sure which applies? Explore all the behavior issues we help with 

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Breed-Specific Training Secrets

Apart from our pup to adult training programs, we also offer breed-specific dog training. Because we know that every breed has its own peculiarities and personalities, we’re here to help. From husky obedience to labrador training and even help with reactive dogs, our trainers are absolute experts and deeply committed to helping you achieve your desired results and behaviors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer a free evaluation during which one of our certified trainers assesses your dog. We look at factors such as age, temperament, and behaviour challenges to determine and recommend the best program that ideally fits your dog’s needs and your goals as an owner.

Puppy training focuses on crate training, potty training, and socialization. On the other hand, obedience training works on commands, manners, and leash skills for dogs of all ages. Meanwhile, behaviour modification is designed for dogs that are struggling with anxiety, reactivity, or aggression.

Not at all. At The Dog Wizard, we know from experience that dogs of any age have the capacity to learn new things. While puppies learn quickly because of their impressionable minds, adult and senior dogs also benefit greatly from our training programs that build confidence and good manners.

This decision depends on your goals. Group classes are best for socialization and learning in a distracting environment. Private lessons offer one-on-one attention for specific behaviours. And our board-and-train program provides immersive learning where our trainers work intensively with your dog for faster progress.

Many owners notice improvements within the first few sessions. However, to see lasting results, will depend on your consistency as an owner, reinforcement at home, and the program you choose. It’s important to note that all dogs are different and that some dogs may progress faster than others.

We recommend our behaviour modification and aggression rehab programme for dogs with severe behavioural issues. Our trainers use proven, balanced techniques to help dogs overcome such challenges safely.

Owner involvement is essential for long-term success. Even if your dog attends board-and-train, we teach you how to continue reinforcing the training at home so the results are long-lasting.

Absolutely. If your dog needs more advanced training or additional support, we can adjust the program to make sure you both get the best outcome.

We offer lifetime support, including access to free group classes. That means you can keep reinforcing your dog’s skills and get help if new challenges arise.

Yes, definitely. From small breeds to large working dogs, our trainers are experienced in adapting techniques to fit the unique personality and needs of every breed.
The first step is to book a free evaluation with us. One of our trainers will meet with you to better understand your goals, and they’ll then recommend the most effective training plan for your dog.