Dog's Play Training provides professional dog training, puppy training, behavior modification, reactive dog training, service dog training, AKC programs, boarding, daycare, and grooming services in Gainesville, Florida. Led by Julie Hughes, the area's only board-certified dog behavior consultant within 100 miles, we help dogs and their families build lasting success through customized, science-based training programs.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparationProgram details
The 6 classes in the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program help dogs develop the skills needed to become well-mannered family companions. Preparation includes polite greetings, loose-leash walking, reliable obedience, and other behaviors required to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluation. · Listed price: From $165.00
House training
Leash training
Obedience trainingProgram details
Puppy training programs focus on socialization, house training, basic obedience, confidence building, and preventing behavior problems before they start. · Listed price: From $60.00
Puppy training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Immersive training programs where dogs stay with a trainer and receive structured daily training, enrichment, socialization, and behavior coaching. · Listed price: From $90.00
Group classes
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
PuppiesProgram details
Puppy training programs focus on socialization, house training, basic obedience, confidence building, and preventing behavior problems before they start.
Training level
Beginner training
Class options
Drop-in classes
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
Service dog trainingProgram details
Immersive training programs where dogs stay with a trainer and receive structured daily training, enrichment, socialization, and behavior coaching. · Listed price: From $85.00
Dog sports
Agility
Rally obedience
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
Balanced training
Additional services
BoardingProgram details
Safe, supervised boarding with enrichment activities and individualized care designed to support your dog's physical and emotional well-being. · Listed price: From $60.00
DaycareProgram details
Doggie Day Camp provides a safe, supervised environment where dogs can play, learn, exercise, and socialize. Structured activities, enrichment, and professional supervision help dogs build confidence, burn energy, and develop positive social skills. · Listed price: From $60.00
Grooming
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
Professional dog training for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Customized programs help dogs develop reliable obedience skills, improve manners, and strengthen communication with their families. · Listed price: From $60.00
Adoptable Dogs
Akc Community Canine
Canine Learning
Certified Behavior ConsultantProgram details
Julie is the only board-certified dog behavior consultant within 100 mi. of GNV, FL, through IAABC - International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She specializes in helping dogs with aggression, reactivity, anxiety, fear-based behaviors, resource guarding, and other challenges. · Listed price: From $85.00
Day CampsProgram details
Doggie Day Camp provides a safe, supervised environment where dogs can play, learn, exercise, and socialize. Structured activities, enrichment, and professional supervision help dogs build confidence, burn energy, and develop positive social skills. · Listed price: From $60.00
Prep School
Trick Dogs
Week Class
Animal Behavior
Behavior Change
Behavior Mod
Behavior Plan
Canine Athlete
Canine Behavior Consultant
Canine Family
Canine Fitness
Dog Beginner
Dog Playgroup
Dog Team
Fitness Class
Master Trainer
Problematic Behaviors
Reactive Canine
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5/5Definitely would recommend this place if you're looking to train your pup! My basenji, Marshal, struggles with social anxiety and he has this "jack-in-the-box" stay. Mrs Julie Hughes, the trainer, has helped with his training and building his confidence. She believed in him when …Read full reviewClose full review
Definitely would recommend this place if you're looking to train your pup! My basenji, Marshal, struggles with social anxiety and he has this "jack-in-the-box" stay. Mrs Julie Hughes, the trainer, has helped with his training and building his confidence. She believed in him when nobody else would because he was (according to Google) one of the toughest breeds to train. Just 1 class per week for however many you pay for helps alot! The place is very nice, and the dogs there are so happy. Mrs. Julie Hughes is a wonderful person and she knows what she is doing and good at it too! 5 stars well deserved! Thank you for your hard work helping my boy be the best he can be!
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Bill Miller
5/5
Julie is an amazing trainer. She has helped turn our dog into a rock star!
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Redsie Whowantstoknow
5/5
Highly recommended for boarding and training if you are too far away from Suwanee River Dog Training Club.
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Cee Spurgeon
5/5
Julie has been great with our rescue pup. She has worked with her for 3 weeks now and we've seen a huge improvement in her behavior and manners. There is an agility course for the dogs to practice, climate controlled area for inclimate wx and sleep, good food and treats. I also like her upfront pricing on the website. Her assistants are really good at what they do, too.
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Doreen Ryan
5/5
Great
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