FirstBarkJulie has helped us with our fearful mastiff so much! We saw improvements from day one. She is so kind and her training makes so much sense. She is so empathetic, and we appreciate her so much!
Dog's Play
Archer, Florida
About Dog's Play
Dog's Play Training provides professional dog training, puppy training, behavior modification, reactive dog training, service dog training, AKC programs, boarding, daycare, and grooming services in Gainesville, Florida. Led by Julie Hughes, the area's only board-certified dog behavior consultant within 100 miles, we help dogs and their families build lasting success through customized, science-based training programs.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
Program details
The 6 classes in the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program help dogs develop the skills needed to become well-mannered family companions. Preparation includes polite greetings, loose-leash walking, reliable obedience, and other behaviors required to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluation. · Listed price: From $165.00
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
Program details
Puppy training programs focus on socialization, house training, basic obedience, confidence building, and preventing behavior problems before they start. · Listed price: From $60.00
- Puppy training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
- Resource guarding
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Immersive training programs where dogs stay with a trainer and receive structured daily training, enrichment, socialization, and behavior coaching. · Listed price: From $90.00
- Group classes
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Program details
Puppy training programs focus on socialization, house training, basic obedience, confidence building, and preventing behavior problems before they start.
Training level
- Beginner training
Class options
- Drop-in classes
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
- Service dog training
Program details
Immersive training programs where dogs stay with a trainer and receive structured daily training, enrichment, socialization, and behavior coaching. · Listed price: From $85.00
Dog sports
- Agility
- Rally obedience
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Balanced training
Additional services
- Boarding
Program details
Safe, supervised boarding with enrichment activities and individualized care designed to support your dog's physical and emotional well-being. · Listed price: From $60.00
- Daycare
Program details
Doggie Day Camp provides a safe, supervised environment where dogs can play, learn, exercise, and socialize. Structured activities, enrichment, and professional supervision help dogs build confidence, burn energy, and develop positive social skills. · Listed price: From $60.00
- Grooming
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Professional dog training for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Customized programs help dogs develop reliable obedience skills, improve manners, and strengthen communication with their families. · Listed price: From $60.00
- Adoptable Dogs
- Akc Community Canine
- Canine Learning
- Certified Behavior Consultant
Program details
Julie is the only board-certified dog behavior consultant within 100 mi. of GNV, FL, through IAABC - International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She specializes in helping dogs with aggression, reactivity, anxiety, fear-based behaviors, resource guarding, and other challenges. · Listed price: From $85.00
- Day Camps
Program details
Doggie Day Camp provides a safe, supervised environment where dogs can play, learn, exercise, and socialize. Structured activities, enrichment, and professional supervision help dogs build confidence, burn energy, and develop positive social skills. · Listed price: From $60.00
- Prep School
- Trick Dogs
- Week Class
- Animal Behavior
- Behavior Change
- Behavior Mod
- Behavior Plan
- Canine Athlete
- Canine Behavior Consultant
- Canine Family
- Canine Fitness
- Dog Beginner
- Dog Playgroup
- Dog Team
- Fitness Class
- Master Trainer
- Problematic Behaviors
- Reactive Canine
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Business-stated qualifications
Qualifications stated by the business, not independently verified.
- Training team
- CDBC
Customer reviews
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Mentioned in reviews
- Obedience training 8
- Agility course 3
- Behavior training 3
- Dog psychology 3
- Fear reduction 3
- Dog bonding 2
All 10 topics
- Fair pricing 2
- Kind training 2
- Reactivity management 2
- Rescue pup training 2
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Thank you to Julie and her crew for empowering me with knowledge and a plan to help my boy with his confidence. What sets Julie apart is her genuine commitment to building the confidence of both the dog and the pet parent. My pup, has been struggling with anxiety and fear espec…Read full reviewClose full review
Thank you to Julie and her crew for empowering me with knowledge and a plan to help my boy with his confidence. What sets Julie apart is her genuine commitment to building the confidence of both the dog and the pet parent. My pup, has been struggling with anxiety and fear especially after being terribly attacked by a dog (which resulted in over 30 staples) and then one month later, losing his sibling Abby, who was like his emotional support dog, to cancer. We live over 2 hours away so we scheduled a few sessions with Julie over a 2 day period. At our last session, my pup got to meet Julie's helper dog, Daisy. I was worried how my boy would react. Sure enough when Daisy came in, his tail was tucked, he was trembling with fear and headed for the door. But with Julie's guidance, my pup actually relaxed enough to meet Daisy and even play a little within 10 minutes!! I had tears in my eyes. We still have work to do but the hope and confidence Julie gave me is priceless! (I didn't take the best pictures but trust me, my boy (pointer/lab mix) was actually playing in these)
Julie is great we have a Labradoodle that is chaotic to put it mildly. She worked with him for about 6 months and he is the best dog we could hope for. He listens to commands, is obedient and loves to see her when we board him. I highly recommend Julie as a trainer, she genuinely loves all the animals she works with.
This is a great place for dog training and dog socialization. I'm so glad we found it
Julie Hughes, the owner, assisted us in realizing that Zeus is fear-reactive. Her incredible depth of knowledge not only helped Zeus become the best guy I know he can be, but it also allowed us to help curb some behaviors that I had given up on because he was five years old. Zeus…Read full reviewClose full review
Julie Hughes, the owner, assisted us in realizing that Zeus is fear-reactive. Her incredible depth of knowledge not only helped Zeus become the best guy I know he can be, but it also allowed us to help curb some behaviors that I had given up on because he was five years old. Zeus has so much more to learn, and with Julie’s help, I know that he will continue to thrive. I can’t say enough about the wonderful things she is doing. Everyone, from herself to volunteers and staff, showed kindness and genuine concern over Zeus's behavior. Go to a class, make an appointment, or just email her; she will offer her guidance, expertise, and honest opinion! 5 stars, more like 100 stars!! ❤️
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