Trainers
We get asked regularly about the trainers that we work with. Finding a good trainer is critical to helping your dog thrive, especially if they have some baggage they are trying to overcome. We believe in a balanced approach and that your trainer should work with you to determine the methods and approach that works best. Below, you’ll find a list of trainers that we have worked with and found success with. We can’t guarantee every one will be a perfect match for you, so do your homework. This is really meant to give you a place to start.
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WISCO DOG TRAINING
Located in Madison area
Growing up in Madison WI, I always wanted a dog… At six years old, my parents finally caved; and we came home with the cutest unassuming border collie mix you could imagine. Fast forward a few months and my parents were in way over their heads. That adorable little puppy we brought home had turned into “The Black Tornado”… a wildly energetic, submissive peeing, leash reactive hellion. Having visitors to the house or taking her on a walk was a nightmare. Not knowing what to do, THEY WERE FRUSTRATED. Dog training helped them to live a more satisfying life with their dog.
Fast forward a few decades and I began working hands on with large groups of dogs at a local doggy daycare. I’ve spent the last 10 years monitoring dog play and expanding my knowledge on dog body language. I'm confident that I can help you better understand dog language and give you the tools you need to lead your dog... Allowing for a more enjoyable life together!
My husband and I live in Stoughton, WI with our 5 dogs. We implement a structured life style for our dogs and utilize tools such as slip-leads, prong collars, e-collars, treats, praise & toys in a real life dog training style. We've fostered for Fetch now for several years and throughout that time we've taken in dogs that were human aggressive, dog reactive, fearful, anxious, leash reactive and wicked smart. I’ve grown to love taking on the more difficult cases - working with them like they’re my own and successfully placing them into safe, loving homes.
I’ve seen it. I’ve lived it. I’d love to help you with your dog.
Sasha’s pawlz pet solutions
Located in Madison area
Thank you for considering Sasha’s Pawlz Pet Solutions, LLC for your fur family’s care or your dog training needs! Providing the best care for your best friends is my life’s passion and I’m so excited to work with you to tailor a plan specific for you and your pawlz. We are a small, local, and owner-operated business. We are neither a boarding facility nor a single-family in-home care provider. We specialize in high-energy and working breed dogs who need an outlet for that energy but may not be a candidate for a traditional daycare/boarding facility.
My journey into the dog world and personal dog ownership really began when I adopted Sasha in 2016. Starting as a possessive, reactive, and self-entitled dog – through consistent work and training – she is now a respectful, loyal, and accountable pup. In 2020, we added Stormy to our pack, and finally Scout in 2021! We're a high-energy family who loves long walks, hiking, and playing as much as any happy go lucky, bouncy puppy can stand! As an owner of high-energy working breed dogs, I know the value of exercise, appropriate play, enrichment, and training.
canine clarity
Located in New Glarus area
Canine Clarity offers dog training for behavioral issues, dog boarding, dog day care, dog walking and dog grooming.
Many new dog owners become discouraged when they realize that many dogs are not naturally the well behaved, obedient companions that we see in films or on TV. Just like children, they require consistent, good direction and patience to shape them into the pup we want them to be.
Training your dog is not only beneficial for you and your sanity, it has serious implications for the safety and health of your dog, the well being of the people and pets whom you interact with and the money you will spend on home repairs and replacement clothing.
The consequence of not training a dog can result in everything from annoyance and frustration on the part of an owner to severe and preventable behavioral problems which can result in injury or death to your dog, family, other people or other pets.
THE DOG DEN
Located in Madison area
Our training philosophy is simple HAVE FUN! We have developed classes that not only combine the latest scientifically-proven, positive training techniques but we also focus on making training simple and fun for the whole family. We use a combination of treats, praise, games and other rewards to teach your pup to be a courteous member of your family and society. We strive to work with you and your dog as individuals to meet your training goals instead of focusing solely on a set curriculum from week to week.
Our training team keeps up with the most recent positive training techniques to help your dog develop into an exceptional pet that is the envy of all your friends! We love dogs and know the importance of a solid training foundation to help make your dog an important part of the family. We understand the ups and downs of training. We are here to celebrate your successes and help you through your rough spots. You and your dog become part of our team as soon as you walk in the door.
KANE9 DOG TRAINING
Located in Madison area
I’m Kaitlin Kane Stankowski, founder and lead trainer at KANE9 Dog Training & Advocacy. I live in Madison, WI with my husband Casey and our dog, Rhody. At KANE9, we follow a permission-based training technique designed to give dog owners the tools they need to create a balanced and gratifying relationship with their canine family members. We have success implementing and communicating with dogs using tools like slip leads, prong collars, e-collars, body pressure and appropriate praise, all of which are designed to establish healthy boundaries and structure for your dog. We make things clear for the dogs, "no" means no and 'yes" means yes, we do not leave them in a gray area, as it is our job to lead them. With over five years of hands-on experience working with dogs, I am confident we can help address the challenges you’d like to overcome.
There is nothing greater than hands on experience. The beauty of working with dogs is that they are all different and each dog teaches you something knew. We will never stop learning and furthering our education.
MAJORS ACADEMY
Located in Green Bay area
With our unique board and train program we are able to service the entire state of Wisconsin and surrounding states. Our board and train program has proven to be one of the best dog training programs in the United States. No matter how severe the dogs behavior, we are sure the board and train is the solution. We can take dogs from highly leash aggressive, to off-leash reliable and from very fearful to confident. Majors Academy is often the last stop or last chance for many dogs. What makes this program so unique is that we enforce real-world dog training during your dogs stay with us. We feel that many training opportunities are missed if your dog is staying in a training facility or warehouse such as garbage lurking, digging, counter surfing, food begging, doorbell reactivity, jumping on furniture or neighbors, fence fighting/chasing and even potty training.
Your dog will actually get to spend 24/7 in a nice and comfortable home environment that boarding facilities cannot offer. Dog socialization is another huge part of our program, so if your dog is human or dog aggressive they are all welcome. On top of it all, your dog will have fun learning with us! You, the owner; will be able to effectively and confidently communicate with your dog by knowing and executing all the basic commands with ease. It's time your dog became the loving and obedient pet you always knew they could be! Inclusion in our everyday lives is the best reward we can give our pets!