FirstBarkPepe was so loving with my sweet boy Rocky. Pepe was able to make Rocky feel comfortable, which is very rare for him. We saw incredible improvements in Rocky's behavior after only one session! Highly highly recommend Pepe, we had the best experience!
PJH Dog Training
New York, New York
About PJH Dog Training
I am Dr. Pepe Hernandez, PhD, CPDT-KA , a behavioral neuroscientist and certified professional dog trainer providing evidence-based, results-focused training for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs across NYC. I offer comprehensive puppy training, structured obedience programs, and specialized support for reactivity, fear, and aggression, along with day school, puppy socials, training walks, agility, and nose work. Using a customized program built from these services and positive reinforcement behavioral techniques, I help owners achieve their goals of living in harmony with their best friend. I serve clients throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the greater NYC area.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
I work directly with you and your dog to address problem behaviors such as fear, anxiety, barking, jumping, or resource guarding in NYC settings.
- House training
- Leash training
Program details
I teach your dog how to walk politely on leash, reduce pulling, and stay engaged with you for enjoyable, stress-free walks.
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Barking
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
Program details
I help dogs struggling with aggression or reactivity in NYC learn calm, safe behavior through structured, confidence-building training techniques.
- Resource guarding
How training happens
- Day training
- Group classes
Program details
Adolescent I/Adolescent II classes consist of (5) 1 hr classes and are held at the Advent Church Basement in NYC for an experience that goes far beyond dog obedience training. I will teach your dogs socialization, upgrade commands, and how to deal with distraction and common triggers that cause dog · Listed price: $350.00
Master the city streets with our NYC group training classes, designed to build your dog's focus and confidence amidst real-world distractions.
- In-home training
Program details
I come directly to your home in NYC to provide personalized training focused on your dog’s behavior in their everyday environment.
- Online or virtual training
Program details
I provide effective online training sessions, not limited to NYC, where I coach you step-by-step to work through your dog’s behavior challenges from home.
Virtual puppy training 30 min sessions @$50. All other dogs are 60 min training sessions @$100. · Listed price: From $50.00
- Pack walks
- Private training
Dog age
- Adolescent dogs
Program details
In my NYC facility, I help teenage dogs develop impulse control, manners, and obedience through structured day training that keeps their minds engaged
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Program details
I work with your puppy throughout the day to build obedience, confidence, and good habits during their most important learning stage.
I host safe, age-appropriate puppy socials on the Upper West Side of NYC that help young dogs develop healthy social skills and confidence through positive interactions.
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Dog sports
- Agility
Program details
I guide your dog through agility obstacles to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork in an exciting and rewarding outdoor or indoor NYC environment.
Agility training for most dogs ages 5mo to 5 yrs. or so. Format is 5 classes approx. 1 hr long, held in NYC. As your pup's handler, you will learn to guide them through the hoop jump, bar jump, teeter-totter, open tunnel, closed tunnel, pause mat, weave poles and more. · Listed price: $300.00
- Scent work
Program details
I help NYC dogs master fun scent games that build the focus and confidence needed for city life. By tapping into their natural instincts, these sessions provide essential mental stimulation, helping your pup stay calm and engaged amidst the unique distractions of the NYC streets.
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Daycare
Other listed services
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- Dog sitting (in-home)
Program details
Experienced dog, cat, and bird sitter. Fee is for an experienced trainer, over a holiday, and location (house sit or take to my home), and any addition training can range from 100-125/night plus training fees and transportation fees. · Listed price: From $100.00
- Dog training
Program details
Led by Pepe Hernandez, Ph.D., CPDT-KA, I offer the best in an array of dog training services in NYC including puppy training, reactive dog training, aggressive training, and dog obedience training. I am offering private, at-home customized training as well as outdoor group classes in Central Park.
I help your dog or pet learn foundational manners and behaviors that make life at home and in NYC more enjoyable for everyone.
- Basic Commands
- Certification Training
Program details
I prepare your dog for recognized NYC certifications with clear training steps and focused practice to help you successfully meet the requirements.
- Customized Dog Training
- Home Dog Training
- Leash skills
Program details
Leash skills is a group class held in NYC once a week for 3 weeks for 1 hr. I will teach you how to better communicate with your dog to shred those bad habits on the leash and replace them with well-mannered behaviors. Say goodbye to all the pulling, reactivity, criss crossing and ground grazing. · Listed price: $150.00
- Private in-person dog training
Program details
Private, one-on-one, in-home, dog training fully customized to you and your dogs specific needs. I can address any behavior including puppy obedience, dog obedience, dog aggression, dog reactivity, manners etc. Packages (4 & 8 packs) can be purchased at a $50 discount, single sessions $150. · Listed price: From $150.00
- Training Check-Up's
Program details
Is your adolescent or puppy obedience skills getting a bit rusty. Brush off the cob webs and refreshen your training skills and your pup's memory with a 1 hr Training Check-Up. To be purchased after an initial training session, this is the perfect way for me to correct your technique for less $. · Listed price: $100.00
- Training Programs
Program details
I offer flexible training programs and individual sessions based in NYC that are designed to help your dog learn and progress at a pace that fits your needs.
- Training Sessions
- Training Walks
Program details
I combine training with exercise, reinforcing leash manners, focus, and obedience while your dog enjoys a structured walk in any NYC neighborhood.
- Training walks with certified trainer
Program details
Training walks are conducted by me, a certified professional dog trainer, during which any leash-related issues can be worked on including: pulling, plopping, reactivity to dogs, kids and other humans, bikes & wheeled objects etc., in NYC. 30 min @$45, 60 min @ $75. Buy 5 or 10 packs at discount. · Listed price: From $45.00
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Business-stated qualifications
Qualifications stated by the business, not independently verified.
- Pepe Hernandez
- CPDT-KA
Customer reviews
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21 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Leash training 6
- Knowledgeable trainer 4
- Positive reinforcement 4
- Customized training 3
- Patient trainer 3
- Reactivity training 3
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- Agility training 2
- Effective trainer 2
- Private lessons 2
- Separation anxiety 2
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Pepe is excellent at training my new puppy! He is quite knowledge of animal behavior and my cavapoo Maisy adores him. Highly recommend.
Pepe has been an amazing trainer for my puppy, Otis. My puppy had a trio of difficult issues: impulse control, leash walking and separation distress. We were near his eviction when I contacted Pepe, and he got us through it. Otis is happier. I am less stressed. And it's by and large thanks to Pepe's effective, kind and compassionate approach. Thank you, Pepe!
Pepe is incredible! My wife and I rescued a mix breed puppy a few months ago and were unfamiliar with her varying personality traits. Pepe has done incredible work training both us and Nomi using positive reinforcement methods and his plethora of knowledge and expertise. He teach…Read full reviewClose full review
Pepe is incredible! My wife and I rescued a mix breed puppy a few months ago and were unfamiliar with her varying personality traits. Pepe has done incredible work training both us and Nomi using positive reinforcement methods and his plethora of knowledge and expertise. He teaches us so much each hour, and also sets us up for success without him by giving us structure throughout the week so Nomi is always progressing. He's helped fix bad habits learned from her litter and got her accomplishing tasks I've never been able to get my dogs to do in twenty years of being an owner. Pepe is magic!
I recently enrolled my dog in PJH dog training and I am beyond impressed with the results. Pepe was knowledgeable, patient, and truly cares about the well-being of my dog. He used positive reinforcement techniques that have made a significant impact on my dog's behavior.. The tr…Read full reviewClose full review
I recently enrolled my dog in PJH dog training and I am beyond impressed with the results. Pepe was knowledgeable, patient, and truly cares about the well-being of my dog. He used positive reinforcement techniques that have made a significant impact on my dog's behavior.. The training sessions are well-structured and customized to meet the needs of each individual dog. I have seen a noticeable improvement in my dog's obedience and overall behavior since starting the training program. I had to adjust my thinking and be flexible with what I thought was right. I had to go through some training myself so that my dog and I could be more of a team. I highly recommend PJH dog training to anyone looking to improve their dog's behavior.
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