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Acadia Canine Academy

Kingston, New York

4.6/5· 101 Google reviews

About Acadia Canine Academy

Acadia Canine’s unique Board & Train services are only 90 minutes from New York City have been in the business for over 35 years, and we are not a kennel. We have an estate replicating a dog’s home with our 3,300 s.f. home on 14.5 acreas, 25'x50' inground pool. We specialize in Boarding and Training Programs as it is our learned experience that Board and Train is the only successful way to train a dog as the dog is emersed in training daily. Look at our dog Board and Train Services, and contact us to schedule your dog’s training today. The owner, Jim Stile is a Master Dog Trainer and Animal Behaviorist that utilizes a unique methodology that is unmatched. He uses his own dogs as mentors to new arrival dogs. Choose us for Dogtopia!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training

Behavior support

  • Reactivity training Customer-reported
  • Resource guarding
  • Separation anxiety

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Owner coaching
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training

Support between sessions

  • Photo updates
  • Refresher training

Assistance and working dogs

  • Medical-alert and mobility assistance
  • Police K9 training
  • Protection training
  • Service dog training

Dog size

  • Large dogs

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Additional services

  • Boarding

Other listed services

View 24 additional details
  • Advanced Protection
  • Animal Behaviorist
  • Anxiety Dog Training
  • Canine Learn
  • Dog Boot Camp
  • Dog Sport
  • Dog Training Camp
  • Dog Training Programs
  • Dog Training Servicing
  • Dog's Educational
  • Dog's Training Course
  • Emergency Care
  • Executive Protection
  • Flea And Tick Prevention
  • Odor Detection
  • Personal Canine Training
  • Positive Reinforcements
  • Potty Train Your Dog
  • Security Services
  • Special Training
  • Teaching Your Dog
  • Temperament Evaluation
  • Videos Training
  • Working Dogs

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.6
out of 5101 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Knowledgeable trainer 7
  • Obedience training 7
  • Dog psychology 6
  • Leash walking 4
  • Prozac recommendation 4
  • Reactivity issues 4
All 10 topics
  • Aggressive dog training 2
  • Crate training 2
  • Dog whisperer 2
  • Realistic advice 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Andrew Rowley
5/5
We're very happy with Jim's approach to training, his careful study of and experience with canine behavior, and the insight he's able to share with us. Our pup was over a year old when she first met Jim and though we should have started sooner, it's a big improvement and getting …Read full reviewClose full review

We're very happy with Jim's approach to training, his careful study of and experience with canine behavior, and the insight he's able to share with us. Our pup was over a year old when she first met Jim and though we should have started sooner, it's a big improvement and getting better as we reinforce what Jim worked on with her. We'd be thrilled to go back or to get a dog from Jim in the future if the need arises.

Alyssa C
5/5

A wonderful experience! I was intrigued by the home environment but after meeting with Mr. Stiles (Jim), I was certain that ACA was truly the best around! Jim is not only a great asset to the canine community but has a rare devotion for all canines alike. I will certainly be referring to ACA! -Alyssa

sharon farnam
5/5

We brought our Elsa to Jim because she was a extremely anxious dog and because of that was very distracted and difficult to manage. she is still a work in progress but is so much better! She understands now more of what is expected of her and that’s made our life with Elsa so much easier. And she’s a way less anxious and happier dog. Thanks Jim!

Robert Mujica
5/5
I was looking for basic obedience training for my Rhodesian Ridgeback, a notoriously strong willed and independent breed. Jim came through. Although my pup was only 8 months old he came back to me as a much more behaved and Obedient companion. Jim took the time necessary to ensur…Read full reviewClose full review

I was looking for basic obedience training for my Rhodesian Ridgeback, a notoriously strong willed and independent breed. Jim came through. Although my pup was only 8 months old he came back to me as a much more behaved and Obedient companion. Jim took the time necessary to ensure expectations were met while maintaining my dogs personality and spirit. My puppy is better all around and I recommend Jim and Acadia to others.

Charlie Lozensky
5/5
I recently contacted Jim Stile with regards to rehomeing a very special gsd. Although, Jim did not want the dog, he spoke with me several times a day for a few days. He reached out to friends and other breeders. Jim had nothing to gain from helping me. He was making no money from…Read full reviewClose full review

I recently contacted Jim Stile with regards to rehomeing a very special gsd. Although, Jim did not want the dog, he spoke with me several times a day for a few days. He reached out to friends and other breeders. Jim had nothing to gain from helping me. He was making no money from me, he probably lost money talking with me so often. Yet, he spent a few hours of his time talking to me and trying to help. I can not say enough about how helpful he was. I would definitely recommend reaching out to him if you want a quality gsd or need a quality trainer.

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