Go Anywhere Dog is the go-to name in Minneapolis for puppy training, dog training and puppy classes, modern, science-backed, and fun. We offer off-leash group puppy classes plus in-home puppy training and dog training for behavior issues, obedience, and confidence. Serving Minneapolis, Edina, Bloomington, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie and nearby suburbs, we raise well-mannered dogs you can take anywhere. Certified trainers with 20+ years of experience guide you through puppyhood, adolescence, and beyond, with firm boundaries and zero fear or pain. Ready for the best dog you've ever had? We've got you.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparationProgram details
Train for CGC certification with structured lessons on social skills, impulse control, and obedience in distracting settings. · Listed price: From $125.00
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy trainingProgram details
We specialize in raising well-mannered, confident puppies with social skills and obedience. Offered in-home or in group classes. · Listed price: From $125.00
A puppy training program built as a full series of classes. Each class builds on the last, following a clear curriculum taught consistently by our entire team. Puppies learn focus, confidence, & real-world skills — including off-leash work & play — humans gain clarity & confidence at every stage. · Listed price: $169.00
Lifetime access to our online puppy curriculum. Learn key training, socialization, and development milestones from home.
SocializationProgram details
We guide your puppy through safe socialization in the real world—dog-friendly stores, patios, parks—built for confidence. · Listed price: From $125.00
Behavior support
Barking
Fear and confidenceProgram details
We help timid or anxious dogs gain confidence and resilience through gentle, in-home training tailored to their needs. · Listed price: From $125.00
Reactivity training
How training happens
Day training
Group classes
In-home trainingProgram details
Custom sessions in your home to solve behavior issues like jumping, barking, fear, or reactivity—positive methods only. · Listed price: From $125.00
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Training level
Advanced training
Support between sessions
Homework and practiceCustomer-reported
Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
Therapy dog trainingProgram details
Step-by-step guidance to prepare your dog for therapy work, blending obedience, confidence, and public manners. · Listed price: From $125.00
Dog size
Small dogsCustomer-reported
Training approach
Force-free training
Positive reinforcement
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Dog trainingProgram details
We help you train a confident, well-behaved family dog using fun, science-backed methods. In-home or group options available. · Listed price: From $125.00
Off-Leash Dog TrainingProgram details
Advanced classes where your dog learns to listen off leash—through play, distractions, and real-world skills. · Listed price: $169.00
Dog Behavior SupportProgram details
Behavior support grounded in emotional regulation, clear communication, and a shared training language across our team. We help dogs and humans work through challenges without confusion or mixed messages, using a structured, developmentally appropriate approach. · Listed price: From $135.00
Emotional Support Dog TrainingProgram details
We help your dog become a calm, connected ESA with strong obedience and social skills for real-life support and comfort. · Listed price: From $125.00
Dog Park Skills / Off-Leash ReadinessProgram details
We teach your dog how to behave confidently and politely off leash, whether at the dog park or in everyday adventures. · Listed price: From $125.00
Dog Curriculum
Dog Life Coaches
Dog Play
Dog Trainers Certification
Dog Training Consultation
Dog Training Servicing
Dog Training Sessions
Emotional Support Dog's
Home Consultation
In- Home Dog Training
Skills Training
Support Dog Training
Training Your Dog
Deep Pressure Therapy
Dog Training ClassesProgram details
Our off leash classes are one-of-a-kind! We've spent 10 years perfecting our dog training program, that will guide you step by step to raising the best dog you've ever loved. We focus on both social skills and obedience skills, which result in a wonderful go anywhere dog. Hope to see you in class! · Listed price: $169.00
Dog Training Minneapolis
Dog Training Edina
Dog Training Richfield
Dog Training Bloomington
Dog Training Eden Prairie
Dog Training Hopkins
Dog Training Minnetonka
Dog Training Wayzata
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Questions & answers
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❓ What makes your puppy training different from other programs?
Yes. We regularly work with puppy owners throughout Minneapolis, especially in Uptown, Nokomis, Longfellow, and the Powderhorn area. Most of our puppy training is done in-home, with group classes held nearby.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-02-21
❓ Will I feel behind if I join later or work with different trainers?
No. Our program is designed as a cohesive curriculum taught consistently by our entire team. Many experienced dog owners tell us this continuity is what makes our classes feel supportive instead of frustrating, even as puppies move through different levels.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-02-21
Our off-leash training approach helps puppies learn real-world focus, confidence, and emotional regulation. Because our curriculum is consistent across all trainers and classes, puppies receive clear, predictable guidance — which allows off-leash work to be both safe and effective.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-02-21
❓ Do you offer puppy training in Uptown, Nokomis, Longfellow, and Powderhorn?
Yes. We regularly work with puppy owners throughout Minneapolis, especially in Uptown, Nokomis, Longfellow, and the Powderhorn area. Most of our puppy training is done in-home, with group classes held nearby.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-02-21
Do you use positive reinforcement training methods?
Absolutely! Our training is all about encouragement, praise, and treats – making learning enjoyable for both dogs and their humans. Every pup deserves a happy learning experience! We teach you about the developmental stages your puppy is in and what is appropriate for your puppy at that stage. When your puppy is ready, we'll add consequences for non-compliance. Those consequences are much like consequences we use with children today. Never ever anything scary, painful or intimidating. We'll never set you up to break trust and crush deepening the bond between you and puppy.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2025-09-21
Most group puppy classes are held at our state-of-the-art puppy school in Eden Prairie, but we also offer outdoor sessions and even private in-home lessons. We come to your home for training in Minneapolis, Edina, Richfield, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Wayzata and suburbs nearby. We’ll help you train your pup ‘go anywhere’ skills!
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-01-21
Thanks for asking! We’re proud to offer positive, fun puppy & dog training right here in Minneapolis. Also servicing: Edina, Richfield, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Deephaven and beyond. From puppy basics to advanced skills, our unique off-leash puppy classes, private lessons, and even puppy socials – we help every dog and human build an awesome bond! When we get all this right, manners are a given.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-01-21
My dog is nervous around new people. Will your classes help?
Yes, and you’re not alone! We create a supportive, gentle environment where every dog can grow at their own pace. Our trainers are patient and understanding, and we’ll work together to build your dog’s confidence. In fact, the entire classroom gets involved when the time is right and we all cheer you and your puppy on with every little step of accomplishment. The entire classes hearts are typically stolen by our sweet shy pups.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2025-09-21
You can sign up for an individual 5-week class for $185, but we recommend checking out our full class packages. By committing to our entire program, you get lots of extra perks including but not limited to:
One-on-one private Zoom consultations with your Dog Life Coach.
One free make-up class per level
Access to the class times that work best for you with VIP registration
Access to our Puppy Nanny, who will pick up your pup and take him to class for you. (Additional cost applies.)
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2026-01-21
Each class is 45 minutes long. Over the years, we’ve found that 45 minutes is the sweet spot for class length. Your puppy is guaranteed to go home tired, but he won’t be overworked. We’re working around your pup’s developing attention span, and ensuring that he enjoys his time in class.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2023-09-21
Life happens! Clients who have purchased any of our class packages are eligible for one free make up session per level. They can also call on one of our puppy nannies for an additional fee. We will pick up your puppy and take him to class, where an experienced trainer will bang out reps and give him lots of lovin’. If you have registered for a single class only, we offer make-up sessions when available for an additional $25. If all else fails, you’ll still be able to complete the work at home thanks to our weekly homework and class recap emails.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2023-09-21
We offer classes Monday through Friday with class start times ranging from 4:30-7:30PM. We also run classes on Saturday mornings, with start times between 9am and noon.
You can see full class schedule here:
https://goanywheredog.dogbizpro.com/Public/Registration/Index.aspx
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2023-09-21
I am signed up for a class to start Oct 31 but have not received any communication on what to bring to the first class or a welcome letter anything?
Hello Nettie! You should have received confirmation for your class registration. Class instructions are sent out a week prior to your class start date. Looking forward to meeting you and your pup in class.
Community answer · Go Anywhere Dog - Puppy Training School · 2020-09-21
Just bring your dog on a leash and some doggie treats.
5/5I have a 4 1/2 year old golden retriever that loves people and children, but suffers from anxiety and shows aggression towards other dogs. We have worked with numerous trainers to combat his problems. Most trainers approached Freddie in a "cookie-cutter" manner. They tried…Read full reviewClose full review
I have a 4 1/2 year old golden retriever that loves people and children, but suffers from anxiety and shows aggression towards other dogs. We have worked with numerous trainers to combat his problems. Most trainers approached Freddie in a "cookie-cutter" manner. They tried to put a square peg in a round hole. Freddie knows his commands.
But, everything goes out the door when he is excited or encounters another dog.
Emily, from Go Anywhere Dog, figured out Freddie's problems. At her suggestion, we worked with Freddie's vet to get him on an anxiety medication that can be taken for certain situations, like walks to the park.
When starting training, Emily had me take Freddie on shorter walks and turn back when Freddie shows signs of anxiety, which she taught me to look for. We are now slowly increasing the range of walks that Freddie is comfortable with. I can now identify simple signs that he is not feeling safe and I can comfort him.
Freddie jumped all over everyone when they arrived at my house. Emily brought a new toy for Freddie to put in his mouth when people come to the door. It successfully displaced his excitement. Now he prances around with the toy in his mouth vs. jumping all over guests. We also have a "time out" area if he is naughty.
Other trainers never seemed to connect with Freddie. They
led me to believe that he was a bad, broken dog. Emily taught me to better understand Freddie and love him for who he is. We are still working on his anxiety and aggression towards other dogs. But, as we progress with Emily's help, I better understand Freddie and love him. Freddie and I are much happier after starting our training with Emily.
I just wish that we had met Emily earlier!!
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Steven
5/5
GAD is awesome! Our puppy is quickly learning all the basics. Sit, down, spin, stay, leave it, and more. It's a great way to socialize our dog in a controlled environment. He knows when were going to class and gets super excited to play with his puppy friends. Highly recommend these class.
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Andrea McHugh
5/5Go Anywhere Dog was awesome! I did a lot of research to find a dog obedience class for my puppy, Blue. We decided on Go Anywhere Dog because we liked the way they think about dogs and their needs. They don't expect perfection because they are still puppies and they see every d…Read full reviewClose full review
Go Anywhere Dog was awesome! I did a lot of research to find a dog obedience class for my puppy, Blue. We decided on Go Anywhere Dog because we liked the way they think about dogs and their needs. They don't expect perfection because they are still puppies and they see every dog's individuality and needs and work with that.
We just completed the first session and we have signed up for the whole package so we will eventually complete them all. I was amazed at what my 5 month old dog was able to do in just 5 weeks. I can't wait to see what else he learns in the coming weeks.
I love the socialization piece of each class. I think that is so important to have as a puppy and it is in a controlled setting so we (the owners) also learn how to deal with any different behaviors we see.
I also love the off-leash aspect of the classes. We are hoping to train Blue to be a therapy dog and this piece is beneficial for that.
Overall, we are so happy with the choice we made with Jody and Ashley at Go Anywhere Dog.
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James Sellers
5/5After receiving a slightly used 6 month old pug I knew I had a great opportunity to support him to be the best dog ever. I never had a puppy despite growing up around dogs all my life and this was an opportunity I didn't want to squander. I did my research for training classes an…Read full reviewClose full review
After receiving a slightly used 6 month old pug I knew I had a great opportunity to support him to be the best dog ever. I never had a puppy despite growing up around dogs all my life and this was an opportunity I didn't want to squander. I did my research for training classes and my decision to enroll Dio in Go Anywhere Dog was a no brainer.
At this point I had been watching plenty of YouTube videos and Instagram reels and the most predominant theme them all was the power of play and socialization with other dogs and the environment. After discovering Go Anywhere Dog I also found some YouTube videos they published and was confident in their skills and expertise with teaching me the skills needed for my pup.
My decision to purchase the full puppy package has been the best for Dio. He thrived in the classes and received lots of individual attention from Emily and Ashley. I also saw their expertise in assessing and correcting less than desired behaviors when they occurred among the class and did so with grace and compassion. I cannot recommend this program enough.
Now Dio is 1 year and 4 months. He's still got work to do, whether it be 'by my side' on walks, seeking attention by jumping in people's space (I never did discourage this), and some other areas to improve. However, I'm confident that I have the language and skills needed to minimize these behaviors and communicate the ones I desire. I never would have received this from a larger dog training chain or costly 1:1 sessions with a trainer that didn't offer socialization with other dogs. The package has been a great value and I highly recommend them to anyone.
Need further proof? The first picture below is Dio on a patio just 2 feet away from another dog. Not once did he react and stayed in this position for the duration of my time there. He truly is becoming a Go Anywhere Dog and yours should be to.
For every day we live our dog lives 7. Give them the gift of going everywhere they can with you in confidence and peace of mind of them being a Go Anywhere Dog.
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claire haskell
5/5Highly, highly recommend Go Anywhere Dog classes! We were so happy with Jody’s training that we’ve actually taken all the classes offered, but this review is for the puppy class. We were extremely impressed with Jody's ability to notice the unique personalities of each puppy, int…Read full reviewClose full review
Highly, highly recommend Go Anywhere Dog classes! We were so happy with Jody’s training that we’ve actually taken all the classes offered, but this review is for the puppy class. We were extremely impressed with Jody's ability to notice the unique personalities of each puppy, interpret their behaviors and offer individualized suggestions and interventions, while also making sure all the dogs in the class were safe and having a positive experience. My puppy was initially displaying behaviors that I would have interpreted as aggressive, but Jody was able to tell he was actually sensitive and overcompensating for his nervousness. She taught us how to intervene effectively to improve his behavior while also building up his confidence. I fully credit Jody and these classes for helping our puppy develop into a well trained and emotionally healthy dog who truly goes anywhere and everywhere with us.
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