FirstBarkChris &Mike were top notch , they tamed the beast romeo my 100 lb German shepherd who was turning very aggressive, highly recommend them
Doggy Dojo
Rocky Hill, Connecticut
About Doggy Dojo
The Doggy Dojo is Connecticut's newest family-centered Training and Rescue Center, where we are more than just a playground or training facility – we're a community of mutual support and a family that's here to Train, Play, and Rescue with you. You can find our brick and mortar location, "The Dojo," nestled in the heart of Rocky Hill, Connecticut. However, our commitment to you extends beyond our physical space. We're dedicated to providing top-notch training and behavioral services wherever you and your dog are located. Whether you've just adopted a rescue or have a pedigreed puppy, "The Dojo isn't the only place your Doggy Dojo Training Program will take place".
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
Your dog and you have been together for some time now. You love them more than you can say, but there’s a few things about how they behave that annoy you. Ok, actually… there’s a few things about their behavior that are driving you nuts.
- Obedience training Customer-reported
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How training happens
- Board and train
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This service is usually reserved for our 501c charity partners within the Rescue Community. On occasion where the dogs behavioral challenges are so severe that they pose a risk to a human or another dog the Dojo offers Board and Train Services where the canine will live with Dojo Staff.
- Private training Customer-reported
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Dog age
- Puppies
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Other listed services
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- Dog training
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One family, one dog, one trainer, one hour... and as much progress as we can make, together. Perhaps the training room at The Dojo, Chico's Gym, is our spot for obedience and confidence building? Lowe's or Tractor Supply for public etiquette and socialization? Maybe a visit to your house by a Dog
- Foundation and Prevention: Set-Up For Success
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You just fell in love with this adorable new four legged member of your family and you want to be the best dog parent possible, you want to set them up for lifelong success in their new role as your best friend? Or, has the new puppy in your life turned out to be more than you bargained for?
- Hybrid: A Partnership Between Your Family and The Doggy Dojo
Program details
Sometimes life, just like a puppy, has unexpected surprises for us. Sometimes good people get a dog with the best of intentions but just cant manage to complete the training. An unexpected surgery may confine the owner to the house while they heal, the loss of a loved one or other life event.
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.7
30 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- confidence building 4
- training plan 3
- behavior correction 2
- dog parent education 2
- dog psychology 2
- knowledgeable dog trainer 2
All 10 topics
- leash training 2
- private lessons 2
- special bond with dogs 2
- understanding body language 2
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We got our dog Chico in November of 2025. We didn’t know much about him at the time, but he had more energy than we expected and was a bit shy around people. Mike gave us the confidence and guidance we needed to handle him properly and help him adjust. Thanks to Mike’s support, …Read full reviewClose full review
We got our dog Chico in November of 2025. We didn’t know much about him at the time, but he had more energy than we expected and was a bit shy around people. Mike gave us the confidence and guidance we needed to handle him properly and help him adjust. Thanks to Mike’s support, Chico has made incredible progress. He’s become more comfortable, better behaved, and much more confident around others. We truly appreciate the time and care Mike put into helping both us and our dog succeed. We highly recommend Mike to anyone looking for knowledgeable, patient, and effective training support.
Mike is an excellent dog trainer. He helped us so much with our fearful dog, and he’s blossomed into a much more confident dog! It’s been amazing to see his progress, and we give Mike so much credit for it.
Completely changed my life and my dog’s life for the better. Being a new dog owner, Mike has taught me so much about how to support my dog emotionally, mentally, and physically. His training room is designed to train different skills. He always plans our goals for sessions ahead …Read full reviewClose full review
Completely changed my life and my dog’s life for the better. Being a new dog owner, Mike has taught me so much about how to support my dog emotionally, mentally, and physically. His training room is designed to train different skills. He always plans our goals for sessions ahead of time and communicates that to me. My dog and myself are so much happier since we started working with Mike. I can’t recommend him enough to anyone looking for a dog trainer.
Jake & I are learning to bond thru tough love consistency, & trust . Mike is amazing & Cliff is so quiet & calm that Jake as an anxious rescue has seen a new light !! I can’t thank them enough & highly recommend Doggy Dojo
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