Love Your Dog Through Leadership!
With over 25 years of professional experience, we offer balanced, permission-based dog training designed to build trust, structure, and lasting results. Whether you're working on obedience, behavior issues, or advanced training, our experienced trainers are here to help.
Our 35-acre training facility in Lyles, TN, just 45 minutes west of Nashville, provides a მშვიდ, spacious environment ideal for focused learning.
Our services include:
• Basic & advanced obedience training
• Behavior modification
• Customized training programs
• Safe, structured training environment
• Van service available for your convenience
We’re committed to helping you build a strong, respectful relationship with your dog through cle
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
How training happens
Board and train
In-home training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced training
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Refresher trainingCustomer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
Detection dog training
Therapy dog training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
Balanced training
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Grooming
Other listed services
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Additional Training
Clean Up
Collar Training
Day Stay
Ear Cleaning
Facility Training
Full Bath
Full Groom
Healthy Dog Treats
Individual Exercise
Leash Hike
Nail Trim
Pest Control
Public Access Training
Scent Detection Groups
Scent Detection Training
Training Routine
Transportation Service
Veterinary Care
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5/5Thurmans place has truly changed my life. I know that sounds extreme but we had a very hard puppy. He was running our lives until we met Karen and the staff at thurmans place. He came back a well balanced pup and we were all happier!!!! We purchased our 2nd dog and sent her strai…Read full reviewClose full review
Thurmans place has truly changed my life. I know that sounds extreme but we had a very hard puppy. He was running our lives until we met Karen and the staff at thurmans place. He came back a well balanced pup and we were all happier!!!! We purchased our 2nd dog and sent her straight to thurmans place- the best puppy I’ve ever had thanks to them. Both of our pups are the best versions of themselves bc of their amazing training. We also love their pick up and drop off service for boarding, groom & plays etc… it takes the headaches out of all of the logistics. HIGHLY recommend!!!
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Tara Beaudine Moore
5/5
Sent our dog here after she had another 3-week training on site as well as multiple in home visits. She did ok with those but quickly regressed afterwards. Since she has been home from Thurman's place she is a NEW DOG! So well behaved and such a sweet girl. They were timely, professional, organized and came to pick her up and drop her off. Highly recommend. 10/10!!
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Stacey Engstrom
5/5
We absolutely adore Karen and her team! She has trained both of our dogs and we now use them for boarding and the convenience of pick-up’s and drop-off’s can’t be beat! Our dogs absolutely have a blast every time they go to the farm!
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Carroll Sanford
5/5
Thurman’s is a game changer!! We have a French Bulldog that is very stubborn. After multiple failed training sessions with other trainers, Karen and her team at Thurman’s finally made the breakthrough with our Frenchie. Plus, they take such good care of him when he boards with them. They are so efficient, always on time and I feel that they truly love our dog! ❤️
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Janice Smith
5/5My coworkers recommended Thurmans place to me, and they have done an unbelievable job helping my rescue dog. I have been to the farm and I love the trainers and I love the facility. They do a good job teaching me how to interact with my dog to help her gain confidence and follow …Read full reviewClose full review
My coworkers recommended Thurmans place to me, and they have done an unbelievable job helping my rescue dog. I have been to the farm and I love the trainers and I love the facility. They do a good job teaching me how to interact with my dog to help her gain confidence and follow the cues reliably. If you have met my dog, a Millie, Hope, than you know how wonderful this place is. Once your dog is a student there then they offer boarding at a fair price. They also have transportation service to pick up your dog and bring them home if needed. They also have a great grooming.
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