FirstBarkAndrew helped me train my severely reactive dog. Among plenty of other things, I learned how to keep her attention when she is on her leash, even when other dogs are in sight. It has improved my quality of life and my dog's. She gets more and longer walks and is much happier.
Black Belt Canine Academy
Tucson, Arizona
About Black Belt Canine Academy
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 dogs Customer-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 GoogleWhat 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
Have you ever met a dog that couldn't be trained?
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
How long are training sessions?
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
How do you know you can train MY dog?
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
Are there any breeds you won't train?
No- we love all breeds and enjoy each unique pet.
Community answer · Black Belt Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
How long will training take?
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
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Customer reviews
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35 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Behavioral issues 6
- Personable trainer 5
- Dog psychology 3
- Dog whisperer 3
- Leash training 3
- Obedience training 3
All 10 topics
- Thorough training 3
- Older dog training 2
- One session 2
- Potty training 2
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Our family had a great experience with Black Belt and working with Andrew specifically. After welcoming our daughter into our family, we knew it was time to finally get our dog’s behavioral issues under control. Before training, he was constantly going potty around the house, non…Read full reviewClose full review
Our family had a great experience with Black Belt and working with Andrew specifically. After welcoming our daughter into our family, we knew it was time to finally get our dog’s behavioral issues under control. Before training, he was constantly going potty around the house, nonstop barking up a storm every time someone crossed in front of the house, etc. Especially with a new baby, it was becoming a lot to figure out on our own. It was such a blessing to be able to hand off the reins to someone with more experience and knowledge and know our beloved pet is in great hands. Bonus that he really understood our need to make sure our pup did well with our baby, as a parent himself! Well worth every cent. Thank you guys again!!
Definitely would recommend. Really helped get our lab to listen to commands and stop eating off the counters!!
Unmatched professionalism, customer service, and quality of training. My Pomeranian went from being an absolutely unbearable terror to being a well behaved and integral part of my family thanks to Black Belt’s comprehensive training.
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