Our dog training works. We don’t just teach obedience training, we build relationships with your pet.
Any dog can thrive when given clear expectations and the opportunity to succeed. By setting firm but kind boundaries, we teach your dog how to make good decisions.
Whether you're working on leash manners during a walk, puppy training with your kids, potty training in the home or simply want a well-behaved dog you can count on, we’re here to guide you.
Serving families throughout Tucson and Southern Arizona, we want to help you live with more peace, confidence, and connection– so you can relax with your pet on the couch, run in the park, or safely play with the neighbor kids.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
House training
Leash training
Puppy training
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Reactivity training
Separation anxiety
How training happens
In-home training
Dog age
Puppies
Senior dogsCustomer-reported
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced training
Beginner training
Other listed services
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Impulse Control Training
Training Evaluation/Consultation
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Questions & answers
From Google
What people have asked about this business.
What is the best age for a dog to start training?
Dogs can learn at any age and we are happy to work with all of them. Typically our puppy training focuses on animals age 7 months - 2 years.
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
After 20 years in the industry, there are only 3 dogs we remember as being particularly challenging, but we have never met a dog we couldn't help, nor an owner we couldn't give a better quality of life. Think of a person's personal fitness; the right trainer can help anyone learn new methods to improve their health and well being.
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
Are there any issues or behaviors you won't tackle?
No, we are honored to work with the toughest pets and on the most difficult issues. Typically there are three issues that most trainers will not, or cannot train- and we are happy to help you with any and all of them:
1) Aggression
2) Separation Anxiety
3) Involuntary Peeing
If your pet has any of these issues, then look no further, you've come to the right place!
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
Our intake session lasts 2-3 hours and our training sessions typically last 1 hour, but everything can be customized to fit the needs of you and your pet.
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
The bulk of our customers aren't calling us for easy-peasy pets that are low maintenance. Most of our customers have tried the basics, watched the videos and read the books, but had no luck. We are thrilled to tell you that yes, we can train your pet. Our methods are effective and our results last. Our lessons are customized for every situation so they consistently provide great results for even the most challenging pet scenarios.
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
Results will usually be seen on the first day and will continue to improve for weeks/months depending on the issue. Our methods have been refined over decades to deliver results that last long after we've parted ways.
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
5/5Only one session but WoW!. I'm sure I'll return at the end of our ten sessions for a powerful testimony. Our adult son found Black Belt Canine Academy through an internet search, because he was concerned our 'big' puppy might injure me with her pulling and jumping. We booked an i…Read full reviewClose full review
Only one session but WoW!. I'm sure I'll return at the end of our ten sessions for a powerful testimony. Our adult son found Black Belt Canine Academy through an internet search, because he was concerned our 'big' puppy might injure me with her pulling and jumping. We booked an initial session and my husband and I were so impressed with Andrew's knowledge and approach that we signed up for the full set of lessons. What we learned and implemented from the first session has already been a game changer. We are looking forward to fuller enjoyment of life with our wonderful new member of the family.
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Kristie Ronfeldt
5/5
The training was very thorough. Andrew gathered all of our data, instructed clear steps, before showing us how to correct each behavior. Highly recommended! Thanks Andrew! Kasha appreciates you!
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Megan Herber
5/5Our dog Cali developed severe aggression/reactivity toward other dogs living in the city. It became impossible to walk her around the streets as she would not be able to handle seeing even a tiny dog far away. With training, she has been able to tolerate walks and even get to kno…Read full reviewClose full review
Our dog Cali developed severe aggression/reactivity toward other dogs living in the city. It became impossible to walk her around the streets as she would not be able to handle seeing even a tiny dog far away. With training, she has been able to tolerate walks and even get to know and be comfortable with a few other dogs. Andrew is calm and confident and gives great advice. Dogs seem to enjoy time with him and also respect him. Highly recommend!
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Robert R
5/5
Real Life Dog Whisperer! I’d heard there was a guy in town who was better than the dog whisperer, so I went about trying to find this person. Well, it’s true people, Andrew taught my German Shepard basic obedience and if you didn’t know better, you’d swear she’s a legit working dog.
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Daniel John
5/5
My dog Bolin has had good recall when we are alone, but has always struggled in stimulating environments. Andrew was super patient and worked with us to correct the behavior. I am very thankful for the help, it has made hikes and visits to the dog park much less stressful!
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