Training Classes for Aggressive Dogs

The CEO of the Heart of Texas Dog Boarding facility is John Van Olden, who has an experience of more than 20 years in the canine field as a dog trainer in the military, and as the founder of the first dog training franchise in the US, respectively K-9 Advantage.

Thus, in terms of training, their program also includes classes for aggressive dogs. Although they are specialized in a wide range of behavior issues, some of them are aggression types linked to humans, food, dogs, siblings (litter mates or household dog families), territory, and leashes. Every rehabilitation programs they have addresses obedience and basic manners as well. Once you choose to work with them, they establish an initial consultation at your home, where they evaluate the dog’s temperament and personality. After this, the team concludes on the causes of your pet’s behavior and how they can be removed.

Due to the fact that no prices are displayed on their website, you will have to inquire personally regarding this matter.

Anderson K9 Training

The founder and head trainer of the business is Asa W. Anderson III, who worked as a Lieutenant for the State of New Jersey State Police, where he was also a Canine Handler, Trainer, and Supervising Trainer for 17 years, thus managing to receive a Canine Trainer’s Certification.

Among others, Anderson K9 Training also provides services in terms of behavior modification, for dogs that show signs of aggression, nervousness, fear, or which have issues regarding chewing, escaping, barking, biting humans/animals, and digging. The program available for such situations is a 2-4 week behavioral modification training, and it costs $2,000. Each additional week after the first 14 days requires a fee of $600.

If you want to find out more, you can reach them here.

Extreme K-9 Professional Dog Training

Based in Carbondale, Illinois, the business is owned by Behesha Doan, who is also the chief trainer. She gained experience in the Senior Advisory Team of the International Association of Canine Professionals, and she is certified as a Narcotic Detector Dog Trainer, among others.

Along with trainer Lauren Ulrich, the Extreme K-9 facility is specialized in aggression rehabilitation, fearfulness, nuisance behaviors (such as excessive barking), housebreaking, elimination on command, escapism, separation anxiety, mutilation, as well as in crate/home destructiveness.

If you decide to work with them, they will help you determine the roots of your dog’s aggressiveness and create a rehabilitation program that is suitable.

Tri-State Canine Obedience

Tri-State Canine Obedience is a business based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it is owned by Mike Dixon, who started his career as a certified dog trainer in 2000. A few years ago, he started conducting Therapy Dog Training as well, which is why he is recommended by many local veterinarians.

As he is also specialized in behavior modification, Mike can create individual training programs to suit any dog, once an evaluation has been conducted. Although he and his team work with more types of aggression, they mention two main categories online, respectively environmentally and genetically based aggression.

There are no prices displayed on the website, as they vary from case to case. If you want to set up a meeting or to simply ask questions, you can call him at 859-816-5500.

Atlanta Dog Trainer

Atlanta Dog Trainer was founded by Susie Aga, an expert in canine behavior. Among her specializations, we can name therapy dog training and evaluation, aggression management, breed knowledge assessment, special needs, and behavior modification.

In terms of aggression management, the program involves 3-6 individual one-hour sessions conducted with the dog, where you will be taught how to remain in control at all times. Plenty of counter-conditioning techniques are used throughout the classes. Here, besides those regarding canine aggression management, there will also be sessions of dog socialization, behavior modification, and obedience.

The prices are separated into three categories – you will have to pay $85 for an anger management session or $245 for three, and $95/hour for human and dog-to-dog aggression, or $275 for three sessions.

For more information, you can contact them here.

The Grand Rapids Dog Wizard

The Dog Wizard is a team of 6 members, among whom we can name Sarah Anderson and Andrew Martin, the two trainers of the company. Their facility is currently located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

One of their services is aggressive dog rehabilitation – this program has helped them gain extensive experience in terms of canine fear and predatory aggression that is directed towards children and other dogs. Whether the cause of this behavior is entitlement, territoriality, or possessiveness, their program will help your dog overcome this state of mind.

Since there are no prices displayed on their website, you should inquire regarding this by using the contact information available here.

All Pet Vet Hospital

Founded in 1998, the All Pet Vet Hospital is owned and operated by Dr. Morsy Alsamadisi, who has managed to transform the business from a one-floor five-room facility to a 9,500 square feet one.

Among other services they have available, training can be named as well. Advanced Training is a program based on dog psychology and behavior modification – it is available for pets which have already graduated the Basic Obedience Level Courses (1 – 5), and it focuses on aggression, fears, separation anxiety, destructive behavior, resource guarding, and reactiveness, but not exclusively.

As there are no prices mentioned, you will have to reach them to find out more. Their Contact section is available on the main page.

Off Leash K9 Training

Based in Virginia, the Off Leash business is owned by Nick White, who worked in the US Marine and US Secret Service. He has also gained experience in the canine field by training with Andrew Ramsey, who was the Lead Drug/Bomb Detection Trainer at the Lackland Air Force Base. His performance has helped him become a world record holder for the longest down from a distance (350 yards).

Among other programs, he has also created one for dog aggression training, where your pet has to take part in 8 private sessions that cost $950. These comprise the things taught in the basic obedience classes, but they also involve working with your dog in various situations, by making use of numerous commands.

For additional information, you can ask them using the contact information displayed at the bottom of the home page.

Nitro K-9

Founded by Steve Walter, Nitro K-9 provides professional training services for dogs, irrespective of age, breed, or size. His journey began during his teenage years, when he was using traditional military techniques and was involved in several European dog clubs.

In terms of reactive dogs, they have conceived a program called “Aggression Stopper”, that is suitable for pets which bite, growl, or are hostile towards other dogs, but not exclusively. They are specialized in types of aggression linked to fear, territory, domination, food, leashes, health, and others. You can find the full list here.

Their prices for the program are slightly higher than those required for the level 1 obedience training ($160/hour). For more information, you can contact them online.

Valley of the Sun Dog Training

Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the Valley of the Sun facility is associated with the Canine Train Group and it specializes in behavior modification, basic obedience, and severe behavior issues. Erica Villalobos is currently the owner and head trainer of the establishment.

The aggressive dog training and rehabilitation program is addressed to all dogs that shows signs of reactiveness related to siblings, humans, dogs, children, leashes, and others that you can find here. The results are guaranteed, and the opinions of their clients are displayed online as proof – if you want to read them, access the Success Stories section.

For more information, you can reach them using the contact details mentioned on their website.

Maynard Dog Training Solutions

The owner of the business is Christopher Maynard, a retired US Marine that has been teaching canine obedience classes for over 8 years now. He is certified in Hunting Dog Training, Dogs with Aggression, and has a main certification as a Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed.

Among their service packages, you will find the in-home training program for dogs which react to other dogs/humans. If you choose this, you will discuss training techniques, tips, and safety regimens. In terms of prices, 1 hour and 15 minutes require a fee of $165. Another program they have available involves private classes for reactive pets that bark, whine, or lunge on leash in the presence of other dogs – it is called “Reactive Rover Saturday Mornings”, and 1 hour of training costs $225.

If you want to set up an evaluation or to request additional details, their contact information is available here.

Highland Canine Training, LLC

The Highland establishment is located in Harmony, North Carolina, and was founded in 2006 by Jason and Erin Purgason. It started as a dog training facility that placed an emphasis on behavior modification, and it evolved into a 23+ acre property with a Canine Education Center nearby.

In terms of programs, there are several linked to dog behavior modification available for pets of all breeds, sizes, and ages. Whether it has a problem related to aggression, biting, fighting, resource guarding, phobias, shyness, dog bullying, anxiety, or neurotic behaviors, the team is experienced enough to be able to provide appropriate solutions – however, before doing so, your dog will have to go through an initial evaluation.

The Boot Camp In-Kennel Dog Training courses will cost you $2,850 – these take place over the course of 6 weeks, during which your pet will become familiar with several environments.

If you want to schedule an appointment, their details are mentioned here.

The Good Dog Training & Rehabilitation

The establishment was founded in California by the well-known dog trainer Sean O’Shea, and it is the first in Los Angeles to provide both dog training and rehabilitation services.

In terms of one-on-one sessions, your dog will be evaluated in order for the team to be able to elaborate a suitable plan – in this manner, they can decide whether the pet needs obedience or behavioral issues classes. This service is appropriate for walking problems, such as barking, growling, and reacting to other dogs, but also for basic on-leash commands and common behavior problems. The price is $1,000, but it does not include an educator.

If your dog has more serious aggression issues, it can participate in a behavior modification and obedience training program. This refers to dog, human, and food aggression, to separation anxiety, severe fear issues, and many others. It can last between three to six weeks, so the prices vary as well ($3650 – $5150).

Additional fees can be charged, so you can access this page to find out more before contacting them.

Instinct Dog Behavior & Training

In 2009, Sarah Fraser and Brian Burton founded the Instinct business in New York. Currently, it has two facilities – one in East Harlem, and one in Englewood, where the team of board-certified veterinary behaviorists and behavior consultants are trying to raise the standards in terms of training.

Thus, behavior consulting can be requested by owners that have dogs which display aggression, anxiety issues, or fear, as they are specialized in aggression that is directed towards humans, other dogs, leashes, resource guarding, food, and many others. Essentially, there are two options – you can either choose to board your dog in a training camp, or you can opt for private classes. The latter choice is the only one available for pets which suffer from separation anxiety.

No prices are mentioned, so you will most likely have to book a meeting before obtaining an estimate.

Every Dog Has Its Day

The business was founded in Orlando by Amanda Burger, who has over 12 years of experience in dog training, and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed, as well as a Certified Trick Dog Instructor, among others.

The team is specialized in aggressive dog handling, irrespective of breed and size. Because of this, they work with pets that show aggression towards dogs and humans, and that suffer from separation or generalized anxiety, noise phobias, and many others.

An initial evaluation has to take place before establishing the price, so, if you are interested in collaborating with them, you will have to contact them here.

Taming the Wild

Taming the Wild is an establishment in Memphis, Tennessee, which was founded by Kira and Bryan Bailey in 2012. This is a result of their vast experience in the canine field – for instance, Bryan has been working as a professional trainer and expert in predatory social behavior for over 30 years now.

Besides boarding and daycare services, the facility also provides training for fearful and aggressive dogs. Whether your pet shows hostility towards other animals or humans, has noise phobias, separation anxiety, OCD, or anything similar, they are willing to create an appropriate behavioral adjustment program. Although the use of medication during training may seem controversial, Bryan uses it as a short-term facilitator, in order to “deactivate” fear/aggression triggers, and to help dogs provide cooperative responses.

The initial evaluation costs $300 – other fees will most likely be settled afterwards. More details are available on their website, and you can contact them here for additional information.

Pet Pals Country Club

Based in Columbia City, Indiana, the Pet Pals Country Club is operated by Colleen Quinn, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has been working as a professional trainer for more than 20 years now.

The team provides behavior consultations for dogs which may display phobias, separation anxiety, or any type of aggression – they are conducted by dr. Quinn, because a complete work-up and diagnosis are necessary. If needed, she can also prescribe medication for your dog. Once you contact them, they will request certain information about the problems experienced with your pet, so that the type of appointment can be determined. The price will be decided upon after the evaluation.

A full behavioral consultation costs $175, and it lasts about 1.5-2 hours. If you would like to work with them, you can reach them here.

Bmore Dog Training

The Bmore Dog Training center is located in Baltimore, Maryland, and it is specialized in dog rehabilitation. As they have an experienced team, they are able to work with any behavior issues, from mild to severe ones.

Their areas of interest are aggression of all types, separation anxiety, and excessive behaviors, such as jumping, chewing, or digging. Reactiveness related to fear, humans, dogs, leashes, children, and food is specifically mentioned on their website. They begin with an initial consultation where they assess your pet at home, in order to be able to create an appropriate training program.

As there are no prices mentioned online, they most likely set them after the evaluation. For additional details, you can contact them here.

Rover Rehab

John Lawrence founded Rover Rehab in 2015, after gaining years of knowledge in terms of canine behavior problems. He is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and a Professional Member of the Pet Professional Guild, as well as of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.

When it comes to behavior modifications, the team is specialized in aggression related to leashes, guarding, people, and dogs, as well as in barking issues, hyper arousal, separation anxiety, and phobias. There are no preset programs that they adhere to, so everything starts with an evaluation conducted at home, where they observe the environment and behavior of your pet. Based on this, an individual plan will be created. This costs $110, and the full price will be decided upon after the meeting.

If there is anything else you would like to know, their contact information is displayed online.

The Loyal Hound

Based in Denver, Colorado, The Loyal Hound is owned and operated by Corinna Melanie. The Head Trainer is Jamie Miller, who has become a professional in the canine industry in 2005. From working as a Veterinary Technician to gaining experience in dog daycares, she has eventually pursued a dog training career.

They work with pets of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, using a technique that involves low-level, e-collar, off-leash training. Their specializations include dog behavior modification, aggression towards dogs or humans, separation anxiety, resource guarding, growling, biting, and fear.

Two-week boarding and training (with unlimited follow-ups) for aggressive or problematic dogs costs $3899, and they have payment plans that can suit any budget. The fees for customized one-on-one sessions start from $1899. More information can be provided here.

A New Leash Dog Training, LLC

The facility is located in Edina, Minnesota, and it is the result of two businesses that merged in 2018. Hannah and Mary are the two trainers that operate A New Leash, and they have a combined experience in the veterinary field, in daycare, and in other canine-related activities.

If your dog has nuisance behaviors, such as barking, pulling on the leash, jumping, or begging, or if it displays signs of leash aggression, biting, resource guarding, fear, and similar others, you can opt for private training sessions. These can either take place at their training center, or at your home – regardless, the process begins with a consultation where your trainer decides upon the appropriate program.

The cost of a single session at their center is $125, while the cost of one at your location is $175. However, packages are available as well, and you can find them here.

For additional information, feel free to contact them online.

Reliable K9 Training

Alex Harris is the owner and trainer of Reliable K9 Training, a facility based in Columbia, South Carolina.

They specialize in dogs which show signs of aggression, which bark, pull on the leash, jump, steal food, and more. Because of this, they have also developed a dog aggression rehabilitation program and a behavior modification one, which are destined for pets that chase cars or display hostility towards other dogs as well.

If your dog’s behavior issues are not severe, and they involve hyperactivity, mild leash reactivity, excessive barking, and other similar symptoms, you can either opt for a 3-week basic obedience board & train program ($1125/ dog), or for a 5-week one ($1875/dog). Dogs that are more problematic, such as those displaying aggression towards humans, can participate in an 8-week board & train behavior modification program ($3000/dog).

To find out more, you can contact the team here.

Southern Canine Services

Located in Louisiana, the facility is owned and operated by Jade Burdick, who has a B.A. in Animal Science from the Louisiana State University, and has worked as a veterinary assistant for 9 years. She is a certified Canine Trainer and Behavior Modification Professional, Service Dog Trainer, Search and Rescue Dog Trainer, and a Detection Dog Trainer.

The business has a behavior modification program available for all dogs, irrespective of breed, size, or age. Among others, the team also specializes in aggression, biting, fighting, resource guarding, shyness, phobias, anxiety, and neurotic behaviors. In order to decide what should be done for your dog’s rehabilitation, an initial evaluation is required, but it is free of charge. The training can be conducted either within their facility, or at your home.

Because programs vary widely, depending on the temperament and issues of each pet, there are no standard prices available. Therefore, if you would like to make an appointment or find out more, click here.

Rosetree Dog Training

The Rosetree dog center is located in Kentucky, and it was founded by Chris Miara, who is also the Head Trainer. She is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and a graduate of IAABC’s Aggression in Dogs Mentorship. She has also worked in the field of psychology for 30 years, while holding a license at the Master’s level.

If your dog is aggressive, in-home behavior consulting may be the best option they can provide – this essentially implies that Chris will assess your pet and create a personalized training program. Among her specializations, aggression towards dogs or humans, separation anxiety, growling, biting, resource guarding, and leash reactivity can be named.

No prices are displayed on their website, so they are most likely set after the evaluation. If you would like to schedule an appointment, you can contact them here.

K9 University

The K9 University is based in Yukon, Oklahoma, and it was founded by Angel Soriano, who is an Approved CGC Evaluator, a professional trainer, and a behavioral expert. Furthermore, he is a member of the National Dog Trainers Association, the American Dog Trainers Association, and of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.

The team welcomes dogs with any behavior problems, irrespective of severity – however, if your pet only displays mild unwanted behaviors, the University has created separate programs for them, which are scheduled in private settings. In terms of specializations, they can handle aggression towards humans or other dogs, destructivity, potty issues, excessive barking, car chasing, escapism, digging, jumping, and a few others.

The facility has 7 acres available, along with a 5,000 square feet climate-controlled building, and 2 spacious training fields. No prices are mentioned online – they will probably be decided upon after the initial evaluation.

To schedule an appointment, you can contact them here.

Bark Busters Home Dog Training

Located in Des Moines, Iowa, the Bark Busters dog center has been owned by Deb Boswell for over 10 years now.

As they specialize in behavior problems, they also have a separate section where they explain what each issue involves and how they can fix it. Thus, the team can help you with overcoming your dog’s aggression related to fear, food, pack aggression, biting, barking, jumping, leash pulling, destructive behaviors, separation anxiety, phobias, and others that you can find here. Their services begin with an initial evaluation conducted at your home, which is also where the training will take place after creating an appropriate program. You will have to learn all the techniques, in order to be able to use them independently.

There are no standard prices displayed online, so you should contact them and schedule a meeting if you want to obtain an estimate.

Complete Canines LLC

Complete Canines LLC is based in Mystic, Connecticut. Its team includes Michael Shikashio, an experienced Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, and Moira Hechenleitner, a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer.

Michael is specialized in aggressions towards humans, dogs, or other animals. Regardless of the cause of your pet’s violent behavior, he can provide the suitable program to end it. If you want to opt for in-person services, you will begin with a behavior consultation at your home, where he tries to find the root of the problem – this will last between 90 minutes and 2 hours, and it costs $325. After a week or two, you can schedule a follow-up session to evaluate the progress, for which you have to pay $150.

For remote consultation services, the price lowers to $175. This will happen via Zoom, where you video chat for 60-90 minutes and discuss the issue, so that he can make recommendations.

If you want to collaborate with him, you will have to complete this form – however, he does not take any more clients at the moment, so it may take a while until you get a reply.

K9 Connection

K9 Connection is based in Buffalo, New York, and it was founded by Tyler Muto, a Certified Dog Trainer and Remote Collar Specialist. He is also a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, and of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

Among others, the team is also specialized in behavior modification. Thus, if you have a dog that shows signs of aggression towards other dogs or humans, excessive barking, fear, separation anxiety, unwanted behavior, or anything similar, you can enroll it in their Board & Train program – it lasts 3-4 weeks for dogs with mild behavior issues ($3795 plus tax), and 5-6 weeks for more aggressive dogs ($4595 – $5495 plus tax). The training is conducted in kennels, and it includes a one-hour lesson with the owner at the end of the week, where you learn how you can practice together.

To schedule an appointment, you will have to complete a form online.

Canine Behavior Solutions

The facility is owned and operated by Konnie Hein, who has an experience of over 15 years in canine training. Her work has been publicly recognized, as she has appeared on Lauren Collier’s “Pet Talk” and was featured in Greenwich Magazine as well, among others.

She and her team are specialized in inappropriate dog aggression, anxiety, manners, destructive behavior, jumping, leash walking, biting, hyperactive behavior, and a few more that you can find here. Before they create a program, your dog will have to participate in an initial consultation. After this, you will receive an estimate of the full price.

If you were looking for a dog training facility in Southbury, Connecticut, this may be your best choice, and you can find out more by contacting them.

Aggressive Dog Training in Canada

When Hounds Fly Dog Training

The establishment was founded in 2010 by Andre Yeu, a graduate of Karen Pryor Academy of Animal Training and Behavior. He has a B.A. in Commerce from the University of Columbia, and he is certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.

Among other services, his business also provides training for dogs with fear or aggression related issues. Thus, if your dog shows signs of hostility towards humans or other dogs, or of excessive barking, resource guarding, separation anxiety, sensitivity, or fear, their Behavior Modification Program might work. It includes desensitization and counter-conditioning, as well as positive reinforcement and differential reinforcement of alternate behavior.

In terms of prices, a private lesson package with two sessions of 90 and 60 minutes, along with applicable handouts/additional resources and a post-lesson summary write-up cost from $240 to $360, plus HST.

Bravo Fido

Located in Lachine, Quebec, Bravo Fido is a team of two trainers – Jennifer Gailis earned an M.A. in Animal Behavior and Welfare from the University of Guelph, and a certification from the Academy of Dog Trainers. At the same time, Sébastien Larabée has gained experience as a behavior evaluator for Humane Society International and Montreal SPCA.

They have developed programs for several types of behavior issues – thus, puppy bites, excessive barking, fear, and reactiveness involve distinct training packages. Furthermore, they also work with biting and aggression. For all of these, they provide coaching – in the beginning, an initial evaluation of $155 will be conducted. All the following sessions require a rate of $140/hour, but you also have the possibility of choosing a package: 3-5 hour ones are $135/hour, while those of over 6 hours of training are $130/hour. A full price list is displayed online.

If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, their contact information is available here.

Perfect Companion K9

The Perfect Companion K9 business is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, and it was founded in 1996 by Richard, a dog behaviorist with an experience of over 20 years in extreme anxiety and fearfulness, severe aggression towards dogs and humans, intense leash reactivity, separation anxiety, confinement phobia, hyperactivity, lack of impulse control, excessive barking, and other unwanted behaviors.

The Behavior Rehabilitation board & train program is available for 5 weeks at $3500, for 6 weeks at $4200, for 7 weeks at $4900, and for 8 weeks at $5600 – the duration is chosen depending on your dog’s problem. Each training program is personalized in order to suit every pet, and it involves addressing undesirable behaviors in a holistic manner. All of the pets will be exposed to different settings, people, and dogs, and will also learn the 5 basic commands (down, sit, come, go, place).

If you would like to inquire regarding their services, the contact details are displayed here.

Complete Canine Calgary

Based in Calgary, Alberta, the Complete Canine establishment is specialized in aggression rehabilitation and behavior modification. It was founded in 2014 by Essance Lemon, who holds a Certification in Canine Natural Therapies and is a supporter of R+, balanced training, and modern training methods.

Their program for aggression involves training sessions conducted in a safe environment under permanent supervision, where structured socialization, play, exercise, and other activities take place. The regular Board & Train service lasts between 4-8 weeks, depending on your dog’s needs. Owners benefit from up to 4 hours of private sessions during the program and from an additional 4 hours after the training is finished. Each dog that takes part in aggression rehabilitation will be taught basic manners and obedience.

Prices vary from $3400 (4 weeks) to $4400 (8 weeks). There is a five-week waiting list involved, and bookings can now be made for January, March, and April 2020.

More information will be provided if you use the contact details displayed here.

Natural Dog Behavior

Natural Dog Behavior was founded in Edmonton, Alberta by Neal Espeseth, a certified Applied Dog Behavior Consultant and a member of the Animal Behavior Society, Association of Professional Dog Trainers, and of the Alberta Force Free Alliance, among others.

Although Neal is particularly interested in fear and phobias, he and his team also provide a program for dogs which are aggressive towards other dogs or humans, or which show signs of resource guarding, fighting, biting, attacking, and more. An initial evaluation of 1-60 minutes will take place in order to create an appropriate program for your dog. During each session, you will be taught how and when to use each exercise – every one of them is conducted in-home, and lasts for about 4-60 minutes. The package also includes treatment plan homework, weekly updates, and unlimited email and phone support.

This normally costs $585, but the price may vary depending on the severity of your dog’s issue. For additional information, you can contact them here.

Pro K9

The Pro K9 business is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and it was founded by David Bessason, who has gained an experience of 28 years as a police officer in the Winnipeg Police Service. There, he was one of the most successful canine handlers, which determined him to create an in-house breeding program.

He provides obedience training for dogs of over 6 months which suffer from behavioral issues. Some of the most common issues they encountered are leash pulling, excessive barking, separation anxiety, aggression towards people or other dogs, food aggression, resource guarding, and digging. Each dog requires a specialized program – however, no prices are displayed on the website, so you will have to contact him for more details.

Shield K9

Haz Othman is the founder and Head Trainer of Shield K9, and he has been professionally working with dogs for the past ten years. His areas of expertise are obedience, protection training, behavior modification, and many others.

In the beginning, the main focus of Shield K9 was the training of working dogs, but it has since shifted towards training companion canines and helping them with aggression, anxiety, and lack of control, among others. The Shield K9 dog school offers Aggressive/Reactive Dog Classes for $500, plus the cost of a Remote Collar if you do not already own one. The course is tailor-made for dogs that tend to be reactive or aggressive when it comes to people or other dogs.

They are based in Puslinch, Ontario, and you can find their contact information here.

Seirios K9 Academy

The Seirios K9 Academy is a dog training school that takes pride in their different approach regarding dog training. They work with all dog breeds, and they have clients everywhere in the US and Canada.

Their services range from Day Training and Group Classes, to Scent Work and Behavioral Rehabilitation. They offer solutions for pulling, barking, aggression, anxiety, leash reactivity, and many more. The first step in behavioral modification starts with understanding the actions that require correction. These can be determined by anything from medical needs to low-quality diets. They claim to fix any issue, be it big or small. After the completion of the program, the dogs receive a written report of how they did and a list of exercises and suggestion to be taken by the owners from there on. The price for 5 classes of Behavioral Modification is $149.

The Seirios K9 Academy operates in Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec, and you can contact them here.

Puppy Power Dog Training

The business was founded in Cambridge, Ontario in 1992, and has since helped owners go beyond elemental obedience and reach a place of reliability with their dogs. It is currently owned and operated by Samantha DeJong.

They offer Group Classes, which are split into three categories: Life Lessons Basic, which costs $213.57, for puppies under 16 weeks, or an Adult Introductory Class for those of 5 months and up, Life Lessons Intermediate, which costs $271.20, and Life Lessons Advanced for $299.45. All of these prices are a special offer which is applied once you pay by Email Money Transfer, otherwise they’re $10 more, each. Every class deals with aggression towards other dogs or humans, among other related aspects. The methods they use encompass both outdoor and indoor training sessions, during which the owners get to understand what behavioral modification is and how it is used in order to control an aggressive dog.

For additional information, you can contact them here.

Sport Dog Training Center

Sport Dog Training Center pride themselves with the work that they do, aspiring to bring to light the best abilities and orderliness in working dogs, all while keeping them in high spirits.

They offer a comprehensive training program that focuses on behavioral rehabilitation. It is split into two stages, Stage 1 consisting of three levels: Calming & Self Control, Stress & Fear Management & Social Tolerance, and Desensitization & Habituation. Each stage encompasses 8 sessions which cost $425 each. Stage 2 consists of joining classes with the owner at a distance or from behind a wall – these don’t cost anything if the two stages are done simultaneously. They are also very serious regarding safety for the dogs and the owners in the classes.

The Sport Dog Training Center is located in Aylmer, Ontario. If you wish to contact them, you can do so here.

Rescue Me Canine Training

Rescue Me Canine Training is run by Jeff Reid, a Certified Dog Trainer that has been working towards rehabilitating rescue and shelter dogs for over 14 years.

The trainer claims to use the least harmful and the most effective training methods. He uses positive reinforcement to cement good behavior in your dog’s day-to-day, and focuses on respect, structured obedience, communication, and direction. You can reach out to Rescue Me Canine Training for Behavioral Training regarding biting, resource guarding, territoriality, aggression, pulling, barking, and other unwanted traits. The price for a one-on-one training session is $80 and it usually lasts about 1-2 hours, with a minimum of one hour charged. A follow-up session commonly takes place, and it lasts for about one hour.

The center is located in Victoria, British Columbia. If you wish to meet Jeff, you can contact him here.

MangoDogs

Founded by Ted Efthymiadis, MangoDogs is a dog training school that offers a 100% satisfaction-guaranteed dog training program. This is because they believe that the owners will continue to do the work at home after their job is done, and assume that every person that requests their help is willing to do so.

You can get a free evaluation for Ted’s services if you fill out the online assessment which you can find on the website. They specialize in medium, large, and extra-large sized dogs of any breeds. They work with aggression rehabilitation, which consists of 4-5 private lessons that tackle aggression towards other dogs, humans, or animals in general, followed by group classes spanning over 12 months. The costs of such a service start at $2000 and go up to $3000. The class also makes use of an Electronic Collar, but they provide it to you.

MangoDogs is based in Halifax NS, and you can contact them here.

K9 Balance

K9 Balance is a dog training school that focuses on Leadership in front of dogs, which most dog owners seem to lack. Their main lesson is that discipline and correction of behavior should never involve any show of emotions.

Their Stay and Learn Service offers an intensive 4-8 weeks Severe Behavior Rehab program, which encompasses training for correcting aggression towards humans and other dogs. Among the issues they address here, meaning resource guarding, fear, and anxiety, they also include everything from the Complete Foundation program, which includes socialization with dogs and humans and trips to public places. The price for this program depends on each case. You need to book a consult in order to receive an evaluation.

K9 Balance is based in The Blue Mountains town in Ontario, and you can contact them here.