FirstBark"We took our large-breed, adult dog to the Obedience 1 class and it was a great experience! Our dog is, politely, an idiot - but Knox's small class sizes and their ability to adapt their space to accommodate our dog's needs made it so he could still learn and participate without being distracted. We look forward to signing up for another class soon!"
Knox Canine Training
Des Moines, Iowa
About Knox Canine Training
Knox Canine Training, a premier dog training facility in Des Moines, Iowa, specializes in solving behavior and aggression problems using modern, science-based positive training techniques. Committed to addressing each case uniquely, Knox Canine offers personalized private training programs and an array of group classes ranging from puppy training to obedience and advanced tricks for dogs of all ages.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Crate training
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Class options
- Small classes Customer-reported
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Dog size
- Large dogs Customer-reported
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs Customer-reported
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Other listed services
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- Canine Training Methods
- Dog Bark
- Dog Training Sessions
- Online Training Course
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
I need help training my Sheltie from being aggressive with dogs and people he is 7 years old any ideas ?
Get a hold of Clint Knox the owner/trainer of Knox Canine Training. He is the trainer that our rescue uses which is Mid- Iowa Boxer Rescue. He is amazing and has a Facebook page.
Community answer · Karen McKinnie · 2018-09-21
Clint Knox did a great job with our aggressive dogs!!
Community answer · Jay and Wendi Hart · 2018-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
382 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Obedience 1 38
- Puppy class 25
- Knowledgeable staff 23
- Puppy training 18
- Positive reinforcement 12
- Patient trainer 11
All 10 topics
- Private training 6
- Rescue dog training 6
- Small class size 5
- Dog owner evolution 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
I’ve been working with Clint for 13 years. He’s the best trainer ever. So positive and supportive.
Update. I got a new puppy last year and signed up for puppy classes as well as obedience 1. I am very happy with the results. She is the best at loose leash walking. I got so many compliments on a recent walk at Easter lake. Benz is still not a people p erson but thanks to my n…Read full reviewClose full review
Update. I got a new puppy last year and signed up for puppy classes as well as obedience 1. I am very happy with the results. She is the best at loose leash walking. I got so many compliments on a recent walk at Easter lake. Benz is still not a people p erson but thanks to my new treats recommended in the puppy classes he is finally taking treats (previously he would take the treat and throw it. 1st review Signed up for a home visit and I'm so glad I did. My pup isn't a people person and didn't warm up to Clint at all but we are still working on it. Clint is very knowledgeable and took extensive notes on Benz and has already responded to my questions1
I had a couple places refer me to Knox Training. Initially I used YouTube videos for training but since my dog was an abused rescue she needed more than I was giving her. I've been doing individual training with Clint for about a year now. My dog has changed so much and she loves Clint. I highly recommend Knox Canine Training. So thankful I finally reached out to them.
Have had a great time training with Clint! We aren’t able to go that often right now but every session is always very helpful and he always gives us plenty of homework to work on. I have seen an improvement in my dog in just a few short sessions!
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