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Zen Dog Training

Somerville, Massachusetts

4.9/5· 210 Google reviews

About Zen Dog Training

Zen Dog Training has transformed human-canine relationships since 2005. Our clients learn the secrets to successful dog training and our veterinarian approved approach to preventing and solving problem behaviors. Our positive reinforcement approach works on dogs of all ages and breeds. You'll learn how to quickly train your dog or puppy and fear-free ways to gently stop unwanted behaviors too!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training Customer-reported
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Barking
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training
  • Resource guarding
  • Separation anxiety

How training happens

  • Group classes
  • In-home training
  • Online or virtual training
  • Owner coaching
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Class options

  • Small classes

Support between sessions

  • Homework and practice
  • Personalized training plans

Assistance and working dogs

  • Therapy dog training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

Other listed services

View 23 additional details
  • Animal Rescue
  • Basic Commands
  • Certified Dog Trainer
  • Dog Behavior Challenges
  • Dog Parent
  • Dog Safety
  • Dogs Leash
  • Education Programs
  • Family Dog
  • Helping Dog
  • High School
  • Home Visits
  • House Calls
  • In-Home Consultation
  • Master Dog Trainer
  • New Rescue
  • Personal Trainers
  • Personalized Coaching
  • Personalized Training Session
  • Pet Adoption Counselor
  • Shy Dog
  • Telephone Consultation
  • Vet Services

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 5210 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Puppy training 50
  • Socialization 32
  • Knowledgeable trainer 18
  • Helpful staff 13
  • Safe environment 12
  • Crate training 7
All 10 topics
  • Obedience training 7
  • Dog socialization 6
  • Behavior correction 4
  • Easy to follow materials 3

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Laura Hazard Owen
5/5
We had the absolute best experience with our 4-month-old rescue puppy, Tayto, at Zen Dog Training. My 10-year-old son came to each class as well. The 6-week Puppy Class was the high point of our week. We learned SO MUCH from Gordon, who is a dog guru/genius. It has made us happie…Read full reviewClose full review

We had the absolute best experience with our 4-month-old rescue puppy, Tayto, at Zen Dog Training. My 10-year-old son came to each class as well. The 6-week Puppy Class was the high point of our week. We learned SO MUCH from Gordon, who is a dog guru/genius. It has made us happier and better at taking care of Tayto, and it makes Tayto much happier to have consistent, kind training. One of the best parts of this class -- and it's unusual -- is that there is supervised puppy playtime in each class, where the puppies can play off leash in a safe space. It was super helpful to us to see what is normal puppy play, and to have expert Gordon there to intervene when the puppies got too rough, and show us tips and tricks to make our dogs good citizens when they're playing with other dogs. Zen Dog Training is fantastic, and I highly highly recommend it. I wish we could go every week forever!

Elizabeth Dooher
1/5

They ghosted us after the consultation…

Halle Koenig
5/5
Neil completely transformed my experience with my dog Enzo. The progress has been incredible. Going from really struggling on walks to runs and public events together is something I couldn’t have imagined before. On top of that, he worked around my schedule, came to my house, and…Read full reviewClose full review

Neil completely transformed my experience with my dog Enzo. The progress has been incredible. Going from really struggling on walks to runs and public events together is something I couldn’t have imagined before. On top of that, he worked around my schedule, came to my house, and was always available when I had questions. He genuinely went above and beyond to make sessions work. I can’t recommend him enough.

Joseph M
5/5

We loved our zen dog puppy class with Dario and had looked forward to it every week. Me and my pup have learned a lot that we’ll take away and continue with on our training journey, but the difference with my pup in just those 6 weeks was incredible. I highly recommend enrolling here with your dogs

Laura Hof
5/5
My sweet but spicy puppy Lulu and I began training with ZDT in April 2026 when she was about 12 weeks old. I have participated in both in-home and class training. Having Gordon work with Lulu at home has been one of the most important parts of my Puppy Journey. These experiences…Read full reviewClose full review

My sweet but spicy puppy Lulu and I began training with ZDT in April 2026 when she was about 12 weeks old. I have participated in both in-home and class training. Having Gordon work with Lulu at home has been one of the most important parts of my Puppy Journey. These experiences have helped me become more calm and confident while shaping a more positive environment for Lulu. The Ivy League Puppy classes with Dario have been so positive, structured and fun! I am amazed at the progress I’ve seen and the transformative experiences we continue to have. I cannot recommend ZDT highly enough—They are extremely professional and experienced with fantastic support and resources. Thank you so much Gordon and Dario!

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