GROUP CLASSES are also available. While private training is more comprehensive, there are instances where a group class will best meet the client’s needs.
Group classes are also a fun way to do an activity with your dog and strengthen your relationship.
There are a variety of classes offered ranging from Good Manners 101, a class offering basic skills, to advanced classes.
These advanced classes include the AKC Canine Good Citizen and Community Canine, AKC Trick Dog Titles, Variety Sports Pak, Shaping and various other fun behavior classes designed to provide your dog with advanced skills and mental stimulation. Three classes run at a time and not all classes are offered during a session.
Karol Sligo2025-03-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I met Sharon when I had a new puppy I wanted to start training right away. I had past experiences with dog trainers who used techniques I found harsh & difficult for me to implement. As I looked at this adorable puppy who seemed to only want to please me, I thought there must be another training style that would work us. That’s when I found Sharon. She only uses positive training techniques, truly loves the dogs & can get them to do just about anything. The dogs have fun learning, they are happy, energetic & the best part is the training sticks! Since then I have had four other pups that have attended Sharon’s training classes. They love the classes & all are happy, well adjusted wonderful pets. I highly recommend Sharon for training if you are looking for a fun positive way to train your fur baby💕 Rebecca Bush2024-08-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharon helped me train my dog Cooper. He was 8 YO with a past and had just been rehomed to my home. He had problems with excessive barking, escaping, getting into things, and potty training. He had no boundaries prior. Sharon taught me how to stimulate him regularly in various ways and the importance of positive training for an anxious, traumatized doggie. Cooper has flourished since his training. He LOVES "around," "which hand?" and "paws up." We still have some troubles with barking but it's workable, but he has been able to bond with us, get on a routine, and even safely play with our big dog! Cooper is living a happy, normal life thanks in large part to the things Sharon taught us! Kathy Willis2024-03-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I got a havanese puppy. We definitely needed help with training! Called Sharon, she helped me with things I never even thought about. She taught us both basic obedience. Then we wanted to Zoey to learn some tricks! Sharon worked with us, had me practice with Zoey a little everyday. Zoey now has a novice trick title! The she got an intermediate title, then she even got an advanced title! I had fun doing this, Zoey learned much quicker than I ever would have thought! I would highly recommend Sharon to help you with your pup or dog. She is kind & patient, no forceful training. Carol Benford2022-04-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharon Witherspoon was recommended by our vet. Brady is a poodle/bichon mix, a rescue that came with issues. The biggest problem was his aggressive behavior with other dogs - barking, lunging and scaring them. Sharon worked with us giving us tips on keeping his focus on us instead of the other dog thereby reducing his anxiety. With patience and treats, he has gotten so much better. All this has helped us, too. We are less anxious when we meet another dog knowing we and Brady can manage the situation. I would recommend Sharon for whatever the problem. She is patient and kind and knows her stuff. Lisa Witt2019-10-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharon is a wonderful trainer! She worked with both of our dogs at the same time and helped us with behavior issues and basic training techniques. She is kind and gentle and very supportive of the whole family...people and dogs. My only regret is that we didn't meet her sooner. Highly recommend! Nikki Albert2019-07-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharon trains in a very calm, positive manner. Our puppy caught on quickly and was always excited to see Sharon! I highly recommend her!! allison s2019-07-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharon is an excellent trainer. I was referred to her by my vet when my dog was having issues with excessive barking and whining when getting ready for walks. She had great techniques and when one thing didn’t work she always had a Plan B and even Plan C. I really appreciated the fact that she was gentle and always used positive reinforcements. Once we got the barking under control we also worked on other standard commands and she gave me many fun and confidence-boosting exercises to do with my dog. If we weren’t moving out of state I would consider taking one of her group classes for additional training and socialization! N Shaffer2019-05-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharon is a kind and caring trainer. She is committed to creating a positive training experience for dogs. If you are struggling with training or behavioral issues with your dog, I definitely recommend her. Sharon was recommended to me by another trainer to help address barking and anxiety in my 1 year old male. She was polite and professional when I contacted her. She came to my home and quickly identified the behavior and offered training suggestions to help build my boy’s confidence. I was skeptical. The training exercises seemed simple and I wasn’t sure they would be impactful...but I followed her recommendations and we did our daily ‘homework’ practicing the various exercises. I noticed positive changes in his behavior within 2 days. I was sold! In our second session, she offered feedback and more training exercises. We even included my 5 year old boy in the session and worked on manners at the front door. There were visible results and improvements in door etiquette in minutes. I am very pleased with the experience and results! Christy Crotty2019-04-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Sharon! She is the best! I found her after googling dog trainers near me and saw that she had good reviews. I called and explained to her one of my had been showing aggression towards other dogs on the leash. After coming over and evaluating one dog and seeing the other, she determined both dogs could use some training. The other dog who is not leash aggressive can be very anxious and fearful. From day one, she had the dogs working and training. We didn’t start out on the leash right away but worked on other commands and exercises to help the dogs. The progress that they have made from day 1 to our last training session was huge! Both dogs behave better, are more comfortable with socializing, and we now have techniques we use to make encounters with other dogs more positive for our formerly leash aggressive dog(still doesn’t like every dog she meets but as Sharon said how can you expect your dog to like every dog that comes up to her when you don’t like everyone that comes up to you?). Also through Sharon we learned that our dogs love learning. Our aggressive dog and our shy dog thrived in the training and we found out our aggressive dog is a little genius. Again, highly recommend Sharon :) Vickie Frost2019-03-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our dog, Bandit, liked to destroyed everything when we were not at home. Crating was not an option because he injured himself in attempts to escape. After working with Sharon, he is a new dog!!! He doesn't destroy items in the house. Sharon worked with us and gave us the tools we needed. We would recommend Sharon to anyone.