Originally from the UK, I now reside in Sarasota, Florida. I have gained extensive experience working with dogs since 1997 and have been professionally training since 2007, teaching group and private lessons.
I have experience working with behavioral issues such as reactivity; and teaching dogs and puppies life skills, manners and obedience.
My training approach is "least intrusive, minimally aversive" (LIMA), the aim of which is to train your dog with minimal adverse side effects. My training plan is adjusted for each and every dog.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Counter surfing
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and train
Day training
Group classes
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced training
Beginner training
Assistance and working dogs
Therapy dog training
Dog sports
Rally obedience
Scent work
Trick training
Additional services
Boarding
Dog walking
Other listed services
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4 Week Class
6 Week Course
Aggressive Behaviors
Animal Behavior
Animal Behaviorist
Animal Hospital
Behavior Consulting
Behavior Fear
Challenging Behavior
Continuing Education
Dog Behavior Change
Dog Behavior Change Programs
Dog Sport Training
Dog Training Programs
Dog Training Technique
Extra Training
Free 30 Minute Phone Consultation
Handling Course
Personal Training
Pet Concierge Service
Phone Consultation
Potty Break
Private Consultations
Private Instruction
Problem Behaviors
Training Plan
Veterinarian Assistant
Walk & Train
Walk & Train Programs
Week Class
Week Course
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Questions & answers
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Do you Train PSD?
Not at this time. Contact all ears training.
Community answer · COAST DOGS Training By Dawn Bennett · 2025-09-21
Hi, Can you tell me where about you live in Sarasota? We live in bradenton and I am trying to find a reputable location as close to us as possible. Thanks!
Dawn, what are your charges for one-on-one training with older dogs?
Hi Peg. If I come to your home it is $75 an hour. If you come to my home $60 an hour. That includes, handouts and follow up questions that pertain to that lesson.
6 lesson package and 4 lesson package has a discounts. All prices are on my website. If you need further information please feel free to give me a call.
5/55 STAR ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dog/Owner Training, Communication, Information Pamphlets & Suggestions for Treats, Leashes, Collars & Educational Toys!!!
My husband & I were truly in awe of Dawn’s Knowledge, Expertise, Handling, Explanations, Compassion and Ease with our 8 Month old Pup Koda!!…Read full reviewClose full review
5 STAR ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dog/Owner Training, Communication, Information Pamphlets & Suggestions for Treats, Leashes, Collars & Educational Toys!!!
My husband & I were truly in awe of Dawn’s Knowledge, Expertise, Handling, Explanations, Compassion and Ease with our 8 Month old Pup Koda!!!
We all learned so much in such a short period of time and couldn’t be more thankful with the results!!! My husband, myself & Koda are so grateful that we found Dawn and feel very fortunate to have been able to work with her!!
We ABSOLUTELY recommend Dawn👍👍👍
Thank you Dawn ❤️
Michele, Dan & Koda 🐾
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Greg Fortier
5/5
We hit the jackpot with Dawn. Finnegan loved working with her. She was calm, knowledgeable, friendly, and very patient. She taught us multiple effective techniques for improving our dog’s behavior, and we’ve already seen a big difference with Finnegan. Highly recommend her for anyone looking for a skilled and caring dog trainer.
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Heidi Cook
5/5
Dawn was so helpful in training our Doberman puppy ( and us).😊 She is very knowledgeable, her techniques effective, and she is very supportive and provides follow up feedback and recommendations along the way. She was a great help in maintaining sanity during the intense puppy season of owning a dog. Thank you, Dawn!
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Deborah Rotondo
5/5I rescued Honey and knew nothing about her and was very surprised at her Aggressive behavior towards people, dogs, cars, noise, etc. Dawn gave me wonderful tools to use. I had high anxiety and transferred it to my sweet honey. It’s up to me to have patience and tenacity. I know i…Read full reviewClose full review
I rescued Honey and knew nothing about her and was very surprised at her Aggressive behavior towards people, dogs, cars, noise, etc. Dawn gave me wonderful tools to use. I had high anxiety and transferred it to my sweet honey. It’s up to me to have patience and tenacity. I know it will take time, and I am willing to invest in my sweet dog. We are already experiencing great results. I highly recommend Coast Dogs.
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Anne Paterson
5/5
Dawn is a balanced trainer who has so much experience that she quickly analyzes a dog's behavior. She then applies appropriate training activities to change this behavior and works with the owner for long term success.
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