Unleash Fido is a professional dog-training facility serving Jacksonville, Florida, and surrounding communities. We offer puppy training, obedience training, private lessons, board-and-train programs, advanced off-leash training, and behavior modification for dogs struggling with reactivity, aggression, anxiety, resource guarding, and other challenging behaviors. Every program is customized to the dog and owner, with practical training at our facility and in real-world environments. Our experienced trainers focus on clear communication, dependable obedience, improved confidence, and lasting results that owners can continue at home. Contact us to schedule a free evaluation.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Behavior modification is a systematic process designed to change a bad behavior.
Whether your dog has fear, aggression, or anxiety, we offer programs to assist changing those unwanted behaviors.
Leash trainingProgram details
Our Jacksonville off-leash dog training program develops reliable obedience and greater freedom around real-world distractions. Training focuses on dependable recall, heel, place, sit, down, extended stays and impulse control, helping owners enjoy more confidence and control with their dogs.
Our Jacksonville leash training helps reduce pulling, lunging and distracted walking. Dogs learn proper heel position, focus, impulse control and calm behavior around people, dogs and real-world distractions, giving owners safer, calmer and more enjoyable walks.
Obedience trainingProgram details
Our Advanced Obedience Program builds on your dog’s existing training to develop reliable off-leash obedience, improved impulse control and dependable responses around real-world distractions. Training includes heel, recall, place, sit, down and extended stays, helping owners enjoy greater freedom.
With basic obedience training, a dog will learn how to comply with commands given by the handler.
Puppy trainingProgram details
Our Jacksonville puppy training program builds a strong foundation through age-appropriate obedience, socialization, confidence building, leash skills, house manners and impulse control. We help puppies develop good habits while teaching owners how to continue successful training at home.
Recall trainingProgram details
Our Jacksonville recall training helps dogs respond reliably when called, even around real-world distractions. We build focus, impulse control and dependable communication so owners can enjoy greater confidence and safety with their dogs both on and off leash.
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Our Jacksonville aggressive dog training program addresses behaviors such as growling, lunging, biting, resource guarding and territorial aggression. We create an individualized behavior-modification plan focused on safety, clear communication, reliable obedience and calmer responses.
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Dog boarding with training is available exclusively to established Unleash Fido clients. During your dog’s stay, our trainers provide structured refresher sessions to reinforce previously learned commands, obedience, manners and impulse control. This service helps maintain your dog’s training.
Our Jacksonville board-and-train programs provide immersive, customized training for dogs, obedience, off-leash reliability and behavioral concerns. Dogs stay at our professional facility while learning practical skills, followed by owner instruction to continue the training at home.
Private trainingProgram details
Private lessons are an excellent alternative when your dog needs more personalized attention.
Dog age
Adult dogs
PuppiesProgram details
Puppy Foundation is the most critical part of your puppy’s life. Starting off on the right paw will more than likely prevent many unwanted behaviors in the future.
Get your puppy started the right way by socializing and learning the proper and appropriate behaviors.
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced trainingProgram details
Advanced training builds on basic obedience training with more complicated commands such as off-leash obedience training and trick training.
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Follow-up support
Progress reportsCustomer-reported
Refresher trainingProgram details
After completion of any of our programs, we offer a refresher course to touch up on training techniques when your pup boards with us.
Dog sports
Trick training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Additional services
Dog walking
Consultations
Free consultationProgram details
We offer a free no obligation consultation to guide you on the best training options for you and your pup.
Other listed services
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Administer Medication
Basic Commands
Dog Academy
Dog Boot CampProgram details
Your dog comes to stay with us for a period of time and gets trained throughout the day by multiple different trainers.
Dog's Learning
Doggie boot campProgram details
Doggie boot camp is the most popular choice for busy people and a preferable alternative to dog daycare if you are going out of town.
Interactive Lessons
Nail Trim
Public Classes
Working Dog
Multiple Dog
Refresher Courses
Continuing Education
Dog Training in Jacksonville FL
Reactive TrainingProgram details
Our Jacksonville reactive dog training program helps dogs that bark, lunge or become overly excited around people, dogs and other triggers. We focus on reliable obedience, impulse control, confidence and calmer responses in real-world environments while teaching owners how to manage and reinforce.
Dog Boarding ServicesProgram details
We provide professional dog boarding in Jacksonville exclusively for established Unleash Fido training clients. Whether you’re traveling or need care for your dog, our team provides a safe, structured and familiar environment. Boarding is not available to the general public.
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Questions & answers
From Google
What people have asked about this business.
What is a board & train program?
Board & train is an immersive program where your dog stays with our Jacksonville trainers for intensive obedience and behavior training. It’s a great option for busy families.
We focus on in-facility and board & train programs. However, many Jacksonville families find our structured facility training delivers faster, more reliable results since we are able to utilize all training obstacles at our facility.
Prices vary based on the program, but we offer affordable options from private lessons to immersive board & train. Schedule a free consultation at our Jacksonville location to get an exact quote.
Meeting a new dog? Follow the 80/20 rule.
You approach about 80% of the way — then stop and let the dog choose to come the remaining 20%.
It’s a respectful way to build trust and keep interactions safe and positive. 🐶🤝
Unleash Fido is located at 6824 Phillips Parkway Dr S, Jacksonville, FL 32256. We proudly serve Jacksonville and nearby areas like Orange Park, St. Johns, Ponte Vedra, and Nocatee.
The 90/10 rule for using treats in dog training is simple:
Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily diet. The other 90% should come from their regular meals — whether that’s kibble or a well-balanced raw diet.
This keeps training effective and your pup healthy. Win-win! 🐾
It depends on the dog’s needs. Some dogs improve in just a few sessions, while others benefit from our board & train program at our Jacksonville facility.
The 7 essential commands every dog should know?
Start with their name, then add come, sit, down, heel, place, and out.
These basics aren’t just about obedience — they make life with your dog safer, easier, and way more enjoyable for both of you. 🐾
Puppy socialization isn’t just about playing with lots of dogs or meeting tons of people — it’s about positive exposure to a variety of experiences.
Think “Rule of 7”:
🚗 Take at least 7 car rides
🦴 Spend time in a crate at least 7 different times
🌿 Walk on at least 7 different surfaces
The goal is to help your puppy grow into a confident, well-adjusted dog by gently introducing them to the world around them. It’s all about quality, not quantity.
Yes! Unleash Fido provides professional dog training in Jacksonville, FL, including obedience, puppy training, behavior modification, and board & train programs.
5/5We had a great experience with this training program. My dog is very timid and anxious, and Geena did such a great job working with him and helping him build confidence. She was patient and really understood his needs.
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We had a great experience with this training program. My dog is very timid and anxious, and Geena did such a great job working with him and helping him build confidence. She was patient and really understood his needs.
I also really appreciate the follow-up training appointments and how easy it is to communicate with them after the program. It’s nice knowing we still have support as we continue working with him at home.
I’m very happy with his progress and would definitely recommend them!
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Lauren Guerra
5/5We got referred by multiple friends to use Unleash Fido for our Red Labrador Retriever and wow… was it the best investment ever! Just pull the trigger if you’re hesitant, it’s worth it for your sanity and your dogs! Maple is a year and a half, stage 1000 on the leash pulling, she…Read full reviewClose full review
We got referred by multiple friends to use Unleash Fido for our Red Labrador Retriever and wow… was it the best investment ever! Just pull the trigger if you’re hesitant, it’s worth it for your sanity and your dogs! Maple is a year and a half, stage 1000 on the leash pulling, she has so much energy and strength. It was so frustrating/not fun taking her on our daily walks that sometimes we just wouldn’t because how bad she was. Fast forward we intended on leaving on vacation for almost a month. Sent her to Unleash Fido for their four week camp. And we came back to a different dog all thanks to Macayla! She was amazing with Maple and she really knows what she’s doing and is very knowledgeable, she was great I couldn’t recommend her enough! She knew exactly how to handle maple and teach us! Thank you Macayla!
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5/5My puppy Mochi was trained by Geena, I was worried at first because my girl was very shy of new areas and new people. After getting her first report card, I was very happy to see Mochi living her best life. She’s doing very well and we keep up with her training every day. Geena d…Read full reviewClose full review
My puppy Mochi was trained by Geena, I was worried at first because my girl was very shy of new areas and new people. After getting her first report card, I was very happy to see Mochi living her best life. She’s doing very well and we keep up with her training every day. Geena definitely made this a good experience and I’ve had no issues. Mochi does still recognize every time we drive over to the building and tends to get very exited. There is no price limit on how to care for your pup, 10/10
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Daniel Diaz Brauch
5/5Our experience at Unleash Fido was unbelievably good! They took our anxious, unpredictable and aggressive boy and returned him to us as a well-behaved member of our family. Everything was wonderful from beginning to end and we loved the weekly updates where we could watch our dog…Read full reviewClose full review
Our experience at Unleash Fido was unbelievably good! They took our anxious, unpredictable and aggressive boy and returned him to us as a well-behaved member of our family. Everything was wonderful from beginning to end and we loved the weekly updates where we could watch our dog grow. Geena was our trainer and she was fantastic. Great communication and support every step of the way. We love you girl!
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Lori Hurtak
5/5It’s been about two months since Willa completed her board‑and‑train program with Geena Cantalupo at Unleash Fido, and I wanted to share an update because the results have truly held strong. Willa continues to show the same calm confidence Geena helped her build. Her separation a…Read full reviewClose full review
It’s been about two months since Willa completed her board‑and‑train program with Geena Cantalupo at Unleash Fido, and I wanted to share an update because the results have truly held strong. Willa continues to show the same calm confidence Geena helped her build. Her separation anxiety has improved so much that she can relax on her own while I leave the house — something that used to be incredibly stressful for both of us.
Her obedience and impulse control have stayed consistent, too. Leash manners, recall, and her ability to settle in new environments are still night‑and‑day better than before training. The structure Geena put in place has made everyday life smoother, and it’s clear that Willa learned skills she can actually maintain long‑term.
I’m still so grateful for the foundation Geena gave her. This program wasn’t just a temporary fix — it genuinely changed our day‑to‑day life for the better.
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