Beginner dog training in Maine

Magic of Paws is a pet services company serving Cumberland County and the greater Portland, Maine area. We provide pet sitting, dog walking, training, in-home pet care and a variety of other services. Now offering virtual training!

At Mr. Dog Training I want you and your dog(s) to reach their full potential. One of the most effective ways of doing this is learning how to properly communicate with your canine companion and learning to listen to them. When pets and people aren’t speaking the same language, it can be frustrating. Just like with any good relationship, communication is key! I believe training should be fun, for both you and your dog, and that training with your dog should help create a strong, lasting relationship built on respect and trust. I take pride in providing a safe, fun, and compassionate environment to learn in.

Bringing Peace & Unity to homes across Maine and beyond! Schedule your consult today. Our mission is to help people and animals live better lives together. Whether your dog needs total behavioral rehab or you’re just looking for wholesome family dog training. Please visit our website or give us a call for more information.

"Training with Compassion" We use clicker training using 100 percent force free methods. We teach classes, private lessons and day school. Group classes run through puppy, beginner, intermediate, CGC/therapy and limited service dog training. We also consult with clients on behaviors such as jumping up, pulling leash, reactivity, resource guarding, fear-based behaviors, potty training, recall, and many other behaviors. We pride ourselves on being members of The Pet Professional Guild, The Association of Force Free Trainers. Instructors are required to be certified through The Certification Council for Professional Trainers (CPDT-KA). The use of shock, e-collar, prong, choke collars is NEVER USED by our trainers or at our facilities.

At Maximillion Dog Training, we build trust and respect between you and your dog through positive, fear-free relationships and science-based methods. Our expert team uses evidence-based techniques to address various needs from basic manners to complex behavioral issues, for any breed or problem. We empower you to communicate effectively with your dog, fostering a stronger, loving bond that lasts a lifetime. We are award winning, voted BEST trainers in the state we bring years of experience and a proven track record of transformative positive reinforcement training. With us you and your furry friend will receive guidance, support, and care for lasting results.

King K9 Academy offers board and train programs on a 15-acre working farm in Richmond, Maine. Every dog is personally trained by Joshua Antell , one trainer, four dogs max, over 20 years of experience. Programs include The Puppy Head Start (1 week, ages 3–6 months), The Complete Program (3 weeks, off-leash obedience and behavior modification, 6 months+), and The Cornerstone Program (on-leash training). All programs include owner transfer lessons and ongoing telephone/email support. Serving Portland, Augusta, Brunswick, Freeport, Yarmouth, and Cape Elizabeth. Free consultation: (207) 248-7900.

Educating dogs and empowering owners throughout the Blue Hill Peninsula, Ellsworth/MDI, Belfast and Downeast Maine. Founded by Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Whitney Thurston, our focus is on quality training that helps you truly connect with your dog. We offer general obedience training and group classes as well as day training and customized private training plans. Additionally, Whitney Thurston, CDBC, is one of the only certified dog behaviorists in Maine and is able to help with behavior modification for aggressive and fearful behavior dogs.

Welcome to Off Leash K9 Training of Maine, LLC, where your dog's potential knows no bounds! Our skilled trainers specialize in obedience, advanced obedience, and behavioral modification. With the mantra "Any Age, Any Size, Any Breed," we tailor our training to meet the unique needs of each owner and their furry companion. Unleash the full potential of your dog with us, where a well-behaved and happy pup is just a training session away! 🐾

We specialize in family, pet dog training. Whether you want basic obedience training, manners, puppy training, or behavior modification, we can help! We are proud to offer our customers real results in reasonable timeframes. We can help improve your relationship with your dog, help you become relevant to your dog, increase engagement, stop problem behaviors like jumping, barking, pulling, guarding, get reliable behavior around distractions, get off leash reliability, and enjoy your walks again! We offer free phone consultations. Text, call, or fill out our contact form. We look forward to meeting you! Located in Biddeford, by appointment only.

Programs include behavior consultation, canine good citizen preparation and obedience training.

For over 8 years, Master Dog Trainer Devin Corson has been training dogs and families in the greater Bangor area and abroad. Love, caring and connecting with animals, and creating everlasting relationships is what he does best. Devin provides care for your dog as if they were his own, and ensures that they receive the highest quality training and care. We love caring for pets! Schedule right here on our site for a meet and greet, or to make any pet services appointment. If you have a special request such as dog obedience training, or service dog training, send us a message, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Dog training and boarding services for Southern Maine and the Seacoast of New Hampshire.

Unleash the potential within your canine companion with Mannerly Mutts Maine Dog Obedience Training! Since 2005, we've been dedicated to creating happy, harmonious homes for dogs and their owners. Nestled in beautiful York Beach, Maine, we offer customized training programs designed to bridge the communication gap between you and your furry friend. Discover the joy of a deeper connection through understanding, mutual respect, and enriching experiences. At Mannerly Mutts, we're passionate about helping you and your dog thrive together, building a lasting bond through quality training and unwavering support.

We offer competition and family dog group classes and private lessons. We've kept only the best instructors!

Maine Point Kennels provides both dog training and boarding. A small veteran owned business that prides itself in using The Method Dog Training.

Puppy Day School for puppies under 25# and 6 months, private training sessions, freestyle and RallyFree. Fun, creative and rewarding training through positive reinforcement and clicker training!

Programs include behavior consultation, canine good citizen preparation and leash training.

We offer basic dog training, dog walking, dog bathing, dog nail trims, and other pet related services primarily in York County, Maine. Some services are also available in Cumberland, County, Maine as well.

Programs include behavior consultation, canine good citizen preparation and leash training.

Owner/Trainer Christine Kelliher has 24 years experience as a Police K9 Handler and 12 years as a Police K9 Trainer. Offering private dog training lessons as well as board and train options. Specializing in obedience and behavior modification. "Our company prides ourselves on customer satisfaction as that is always our goal. We aim to exceed each customers expectation, with our experience and expertise, we can guarantee your overall satisfaction as we value each job from punctuality to affordability. Give us a call today & we'll assure you've made the right decision by doing so! We're not happy until you are!

Merrill's K9 Academy offers professional, reward-based, balanced dog training to the Central Maine Area. We provide private lessons, group classes, and day school. Our goal is to create a happy, healthy, and balanced life style with you and your dog!

Midcoast Maine's First Choice Training & Dog Sports Facility! Spot On provides fun, effective, relationship based training with Certified Trainers and Agility training with a top Instructor! Spot On offers classes in Obedience, Rally, Agility, SpeedWay, Scent Work, Tracking, Happy Ratters and more! We also offer Control Unleashed (CU) classes, one-on-one consultations for behavioral Issues, as well as Doggy Daycare. All of our trainers are certified by leading independent certifying organizations for the dog training profession. We have over 30 years of training experience between us. We also have an extensive background working with shelter and rescue dogs. We are dedicated to helping you achieve your training and competition goals!

Dog Training at Petco in Augusta provides group and private classes built around positive reinforcement and real-life skills. Located inside the Petco pet store in Augusta, experienced trainers help pets and pet parents build confidence, improve communication and support good behavior through structured training programs designed for everyday success.

Dog Training at Petco in Bangor provides group and private classes built around positive reinforcement and real-life skills. Located inside the Petco pet store in Bangor, experienced trainers help pets and pet parents build confidence, improve communication and support good behavior through structured training programs designed for everyday success.