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Canine Training Services

Tacoma, Washington

4.9/5· 126 Google reviews

About Canine Training Services

My name is Doctor Elliott Briggs. I started this home-based company to do training right. I offer a wide range of dog training services including basic obedience, service dog training, canine rehabilitation (working with aggressive, fearful, or other unwanted behaviors) Before working with dogs I practiced clinical psychology and applied behavior analysis. Later on I adapted the behavior sciences I had learned to dog training. This has given me a strong understanding of both canine and human behavior. I love dogs and it is my goal to provide affordable and highly effective dog training. Whether you need your furry little buddy to support you, protect you, or just behave better. I can make it happen!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Obedience training
    Program details

    This kind of training is for dogs who do not have aggressive behaviors but need some training in basic obedience. Training to sit, stay, not beg, not bark too much etc. Typical things you would teach any dog. · Listed price: $135.00

  • Puppy training Customer-reported
  • Recall training Customer-reported

Behavior support

  • Aggression training Customer-reported
  • Reactivity training Customer-reported

How training happens

  • Group classes Customer-reported
  • Private training Customer-reported

Dog age

  • Puppies Customer-reported

Training level

  • Beginner training Customer-reported

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training
    Program details

    All of us need extra support at some point in our lives. Whether you have a physical, emotional, or mental health condition I can train your dog to assist you in the most difficult of circumstances. · Listed price: $135.00

Other listed services

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  • Behavior Analysis
  • Canine Rehabilitation
    Program details

    This training is for dogs who have aggressive, reactive, or fearful tendencies. Meaning when they see or encounter another dog or human they become aggressive or engage in destructive behavior. This kind of training is also beneficial for dogs who have been abused and need help to overcome this. · Listed price: $135.00

  • Emotional Support Animal
  • Home Security
  • Home Services
  • Protection Work
  • Protective Dog
  • Rehabilitation Training

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 5126 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Basic obedience 14
  • Leash training 13
  • Dog aggression 11
  • Behavior correction 10
  • Affordability 9
  • Reactive dog training 8
All 10 topics
  • Understanding of dogs 8
  • Dog park visits 5
  • Fear training 3
  • 1x1 sessions 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Jamie Olaf
5/5
After having English Mastiffs for years, I decided to get a Neapolitan Mastiff puppy, assuming they would have similar temperaments and be just as easy to train. I quickly learned the Neo breed is stubborn and would need a different training approach. I tried group puppy classes,…Read full reviewClose full review

After having English Mastiffs for years, I decided to get a Neapolitan Mastiff puppy, assuming they would have similar temperaments and be just as easy to train. I quickly learned the Neo breed is stubborn and would need a different training approach. I tried group puppy classes, and although Luther was a little angel in class, he was a terror in the home, bullying his older sister. I reached out to Elliott, and he put my mind at ease after meeting Luther and outlining the training process for this particular breed. Elliott not only ‘speaks Luther,’ but also helped him become the friendliest and most emotional dog (in the best way). Elliott helped me understand Luther’s language, and I have become much better at being able to understand all my mastiffs’ needs. I am able to take him to parks, farmers markets, and let the neighborhood kids love on him, not needing to worry about his reactions. Not only does Elliott provide training sessions, but he also takes Luther for daycare and excursions, which has been wonderful for his development. If you are in need of a trainer who is familiar with big dogs, I highly recommend him for any training needs.

Mikiala Wilson
5/5
Saving Puppies Lives. When I first got to know Elliott, I would shadow him on his sessions, learning what it means to be a dog trainer. I've had 2 pit bulls and 1 German Sheppard in my life. I was walking in thinking I knew it all and was amazed. We went to a house where the 2 d…Read full reviewClose full review

Saving Puppies Lives. When I first got to know Elliott, I would shadow him on his sessions, learning what it means to be a dog trainer. I've had 2 pit bulls and 1 German Sheppard in my life. I was walking in thinking I knew it all and was amazed. We went to a house where the 2 dogs had aggression towards each other, so I needed to sit back and relax as these dogs do like humans. 1 dog was an Irish wolf hound, and the other was a Mastiff pitbull. Please look them up. These dogs are huge. Shortly into the session, the dogs attacked each other. Elliott and the owners jumped into action. All humans were injured. While Elliott was bleeding and had fat coming out of his arm, he still went back over to the dogs and finished the session in a positive matter, building rapport. Since then, I've seen many, many sessions, with different types of scenarios and doggies. There is one thing that stays in my mind. If a man would put his life into danger in order to make sure the dogs are safe. To check in with the dogs while injured. Tells me that Elliott is kind and deeply cares for every client and would never give up. So please reach out. Call or text Elliott with what you need assistance with, and he'll call you back.

Stacy Legg
5/5

Elliott has been instrumental in helping us understand and train our two pups. Having the in-home training allows us to learn how to correct behaviors in real time, while the dogs become confident in their choices and what the expectations are for our happy family.

Shay Berg
5/5

Elliot has been amazing for my pups throughout the years! This was my second time working with Canine Training Services & in just a few sessions my fear reactive dog was making so much progress!! Elliot is attentive, non judgemental & his relationships with dogs is one of a kind. I highly recommend using his training services, he’s the only guy I trust to work with my fur babies.

Tawnia McKenzie
5/5

Elliot was wonderful to work with from the start. He is upfront about pricing and policies. My puppies loved him and he gave me great skills to continually train my puppies. I love the fact he comes to me!

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