FirstBarkJoe does a great job teaching me how to train my dog. In just 4 sessions my dog progressed from not being able to deal with other dogs on a walk to keeping his attention on me and basically ignoring the other dogs. Highly recommend Dog Class!
Dog Class Pro Dog Training
Springfield, Illinois
About Dog Class Pro Dog Training
Programs include behavior consultation, leash training and obedience training.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
How training happens
- Group classes Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Dog sports
- Agility Customer-reported
Other listed services
View 4 additional details
- Dog Class
- Dog Therapy
- Group Instruction
- Training Training
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
The work schedule I have clashes with all the times that the obedience classes are I don't know what to do does mr. Blankenship work with you in general with getting schedules worked out?????
Yes he will his schedule is flexible
Community answer · Michael Merriman · 2019-09-21
Yrs he will
Community answer · David Trader · 2019-09-21
I adopted a 4 yo sm cocker spaniel mix from PAWS this past Fri. Since being home she has lunged & tried to attack two guys that have come over to visit. I believe she has been prev abused by a man. Can u help & how much would u charge
I have a 115 lb German shepherd and took him to the weekly classes and cost $89 I think. Excellent trainer and will work with you at class.
Community answer · Geraldine Webb · 2018-09-21
This is a google user forum, so you probably need to speak with Joe directly. I can tell you that my 110lb German Shepherd has major insecurity issues and used to make quite a scene around people or dogs he didn't know. We tried professional positive reinforcement training that didn't help at all. Joe showed us how to carefully and correctly use negative reinforcement training, and we can trust our dog isn't likely to hurt us or someone else anymore. It's a lot of work, but if you do what Joe says and stick with it, it helps. Also, he works with animal control and APL to help check out animals for adoption and identify training issues. He's an expert. His rates vary, but it's worth it. Good luck!!
Community answer · Tiffany Lapp · 2018-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.7
103 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Good behavior 9
- Knowledgeable staff 9
- Group training 4
- Obedience training 4
- Owner training 4
- Love for dogs 3
All 10 topics
- Private lessons 3
- Agility training 2
- Dog class 2
- Leash pulling 2
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I have an 8 year old dachshund that didn’t like other dogs, I really wanted to get another one so I took her to see Joe, now I have adopted another older dog and they are bffs. Thank you Joe Blankenship!!
Can't say enough about my excellent experience at Dog Class, and today just solidified their exceptional training and compassionate care. I started at Dog Class last Janaury with my Bernese Mountain dog Winston when he was 12-weeks old. We were just starting our 5th month of the …Read full reviewClose full review
Can't say enough about my excellent experience at Dog Class, and today just solidified their exceptional training and compassionate care. I started at Dog Class last Janaury with my Bernese Mountain dog Winston when he was 12-weeks old. We were just starting our 5th month of the 6th month program and Winston was doing awesome. Sadly, he took ill and I lost him at just 8.5 months old, he never got to finish his training program. I got a new Bernese Mountain pup in September and we were signed up to start training this week. Today, when I went to complete my registration and pay, Joe and his staff would not take my money. I was so taken back by their generosity, almost to tears, this certainly was not expected, but I can tell you it is definitely appreciated. This act of kindness really has nothing to do with their training excellence, but it sure shows the kind of folks they are and their love for training dogs. Thank you Dog Class, you are a class act all the way around!
Joe is very good at pinpointing what needs owners have in order to help their dogs.
Joe Blankenship exudes his love, caring and concern for all canines. He is highly reputable and stands by your dog’s training outcome. Human behavior is also addressed for the very best canine behavior outcomes. Our Vet recommended Joe! Private lessons or scheduled group lesson…Read full reviewClose full review
Joe Blankenship exudes his love, caring and concern for all canines. He is highly reputable and stands by your dog’s training outcome. Human behavior is also addressed for the very best canine behavior outcomes. Our Vet recommended Joe! Private lessons or scheduled group lessons are offered to meet your personal preference and schedule. Joe has also offered “free training services for assistance canines being given to veterans with special medical needs”. That speaks volumes for Joe’s character and commitment to community service!
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