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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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.
5/5I used Dawn at Coast Dogs for puppy training. My dog was about 8 or 10 weeks old. She is the most attentive and dedicated trainer I have used. Much patience, especially with a puppy! He did rather well and so did I since I did keep up what I was trained. He sits, comes and stays…Read full reviewClose full review
I used Dawn at Coast Dogs for puppy training. My dog was about 8 or 10 weeks old. She is the most attentive and dedicated trainer I have used. Much patience, especially with a puppy! He did rather well and so did I since I did keep up what I was trained. He sits, comes and stays. He is now 1 1/2 years old and he is having a few issues I would like to correct. I called Dawn and she was quite helpful over the phone. Will be having more personal training with Coast Dogs in the near future. I highly recommend her services!
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danielle lascala
5/5
Dawn is honest, informative and understands the nature of dogs/breeds. My pup over came certain challenges all thanks to her. She was there whenever I needed advice. I would highly recommend her to anyone!!
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Krista P
5/5Im so grateful for Dawn! She made an extremely stressful situation so much easier to manage and was completely honest with what it would really take to help our terrier mix long-term. I didn't feel like she was trying to sell a service - and that's because she's genuinely interes…Read full reviewClose full review
Im so grateful for Dawn! She made an extremely stressful situation so much easier to manage and was completely honest with what it would really take to help our terrier mix long-term. I didn't feel like she was trying to sell a service - and that's because she's genuinely interested in the well being of everyone involved. I got so much more than I would ever have expected from my time with her. Thank you, Dawn!!
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Sara M
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Shawn Graham
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