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The Training Retreat by Barks and Recreation
Evansville, Indiana
About The Training Retreat by Barks and Recreation
Located in central Evansville, The Training Retreat by Barks & Recreation offers focused, professional dog training in a calm, structured environment built for real-world results. Our experienced trainers work with both dogs and their humans to build better communication, reduce unwanted behaviors, and boost confidence on both ends of the leash. Using proven, positive-reinforcement techniques (and just the right amount of tough love), we customize every program to fit your dog’s needs, from wild puppies to reactive adults. No gimmicks. No overuse of treats. Just practical, lasting results. The Training Retreat by Barks & Recreation: Not just training, transformation.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training Customer-reported
Behavior support
- Resource guarding
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Board and train
- In-home training
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Assistance and working dogs
- Service dog training
- Therapy dog training
Additional services
- Boarding
Other listed services
View 4 additional details
- Basic Commands
- Phone Consultation
- Training Options
- Week Course
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Customer reviews
Google listingMentioned in reviews
- Knowledgeable trainers 8
- Confidence 5
- Leash training 5
- Kind trainers 4
- Flexible scheduling 2
- Kids 2
All 10 topics
- No aggression 2
- Positive reinforcement 2
- Puppy camp 2
- Socialization 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
My 4 year old dog and I just finished training with Always Faithful Dog Training of Evansville and our experience was great. My dog had previously gone through training when we first adopted her 3 years ago. She was pretty attentive and knew what she was supposed to do. I want…Read full reviewClose full review
My 4 year old dog and I just finished training with Always Faithful Dog Training of Evansville and our experience was great. My dog had previously gone through training when we first adopted her 3 years ago. She was pretty attentive and knew what she was supposed to do. I wanted more control when off-leash as well as confidence she would come when called and respond even in high-distraction situations. Many training techniques involve treats or other gimmicks. While my dog is very much food-driven, that isn't always going to work in the real world. The training from Always Faithful Dog Training relies on you being the leader and the dog understanding their role. Jenn & Mike were always positive and had good techniques and instructions that worked very well for us. They were flexible in scheduling and you always felt they were your main focus. I would highly recommend anyone needing training, from basic to advanced, to give them a call. They know what they are doing and love the dogs they are working with. I know I can rely on their support.
The trainers came to work with our two dogs. They were very professional and easy to work with. I saw progress in the little time that they were there. I’m excited to see how my dogs respond to their training method. They definitely gave us hope that our dogs can be trained!
Jennifer and Mike were excellent. They were consistent, reassuring, and available. We adopted our Pup from a Shelter, breed unknown although large... we had no prior experience with large breed dogs. There was a brief period of time when we thought we had made a mistake, that may…Read full reviewClose full review
Jennifer and Mike were excellent. They were consistent, reassuring, and available. We adopted our Pup from a Shelter, breed unknown although large... we had no prior experience with large breed dogs. There was a brief period of time when we thought we had made a mistake, that maybe we weren’t the right people for our Pup, but with their training program and consistency, time and patience, we learned how to be the right people for our Pup. And we are so thankful, because he is precious and we adore him! We highly recommend Always Faithful Dog Training ❤️
Jenn and Mike helped us train our great dane/lab puppy. She was a normal just like every other puppy hyper, easily distracted, and all over the place. Now she walks perfectly on the leash, sits, comes when called, stays, and every once in awhile will lay down on command. They were professional and still check in on us to see how everything is going. I highly recommend them, they are amazing!
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