About The Dog Wizard - Dog & Puppy Obedience Training Murfreesboro
At The Dog Wizard Murfreesboro, we combine real-world results with professional training expertise. As IACP-certified trainers, we stay connected to a national community of dog training professionals and continue learning every day. We work with puppies, rescues, high-energy breeds, and dogs struggling with reactivity, separation anxiety, or poor manners. Our programs include private lessons, group support classes, and focused board & train options when deeper structure is needed. Clients often tell us the difference is night and day, because we don’t just train dogs, we teach families how to lead with confidence so progress lasts for life.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Struggling with reactivity, aggression, anxiety, or preparing your dog for a new baby? Our Behavior Modification & New Baby Prep training addresses serious behavioral challenges and teaches your dog calm, safe habits around little ones. Customized plans for lasting, real-world results.
Obedience training
Puppy trainingProgram details
Set your puppy up for success with our fun, structured group classes. Your pup will learn essential obedience skills, proper socialization, and good manners alongside other puppies in a safe, supervised setting. Perfect for building confidence and a strong foundation early.
SocializationProgram details
Confidence around people, dogs, sounds, and busy places comes from guided exposure at the right pace. Sessions build calm focus and better choices on outings, with simple homework between visits. Serving Middle Tennessee with structured practice and handler coaching.
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Reactivity and aggression work starts with structure and controlled setups. We focus on triggers, distance management, and calmer choices using practical handling skills for real walks and real environments. Serving La Vergne with an evaluation-first approach and measurable progress.
Barking
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Separation anxietyProgram details
When alone-time leads to panic behaviours, we build calm independence in small, trackable steps. Training covers routines, staged departures, and at-home practice to reduce barking and destruction. Serving Mount Juliet with steady support and clear checkpoints.
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Drop off your dog and pick them up better behaved. Our Board & Train program pairs professional boarding with daily training sessions tailored to your dog's needs - from basic obedience to behavioral issues. Real results without the daily time commitment. Contact us to learn more!
Day trainingProgram details
A drop-off training day that fits around work and busy schedules. Your dog gets coached reps on obedience and manners, then you get simple homework to keep progress moving at home. Serving Smyrna with focused daytime training and clear follow-through for real-life distractions.
Group classes
Owner coaching
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Support between sessions
Follow-up support
Homework and practice
Personalized training plans
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogsProgram details
Help a rescue dog settle in with clear routines, calmer manners, and reliable obedience foundations. We focus on confidence building and practical house rules that fit real life. Serving Franklin with coaching and follow-ups that support steady progress after the first weeks.
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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American Kennel Club (AKC) TrainingProgram details
Build skills that support AKC goals with coached handling, clear criteria, and repeatable practice you can run at home. Work on polished manners, steady focus, and stronger teamwork over time. Serving Murfreesboro with step-based training and helpful check-ins.
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5/5I am beyond thrilled with the transformation of my golden doodle, Duval, thanks to The Dog Wizard and our amazing trainer, Scott. Duval used to get the zoomies and pull on the leash with excitement, making walks and outings quite a challenge. But after working with Scott, he's a …Read full reviewClose full review
I am beyond thrilled with the transformation of my golden doodle, Duval, thanks to The Dog Wizard and our amazing trainer, Scott. Duval used to get the zoomies and pull on the leash with excitement, making walks and outings quite a challenge. But after working with Scott, he's a completely different dog.
Duval is now a joy to take everywhere. He can calmly sit under the table at outdoor cafes, and I no longer have to worry about him getting overexcited. It's such a relief and a pleasure to have a well-behaved dog that I can confidently bring along on all our adventures.
Thank you, Scott and The Dog Wizard team, for your incredible work with Duval. Our lives are so much better because of you!
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Scott Sokoloff
5/5
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