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Dogs By Melissa

Punta Gorda, Florida

4.5/5· 32 Google reviews

About Dogs By Melissa

At Dogs by Melissa we have trained dogs as small as 3 pounds and as old as 11. It is never too late to start giving your dog the structure it needs for a calm, peaceful, happy life. Melissa Trainer Melissa has been training dogs for over 20 years. She has been involved in Schutzhund (IPO) 20 years and has been a judge in the sport since 2011. She has competed at club, regional, national, and world levels and has titled many dogs. She started her career with animals as a veterinary technician and then went on to specialize in veterinary dentistry before becoming the clinic office manager.

Training & services

Training goals

  • House training
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  • Obedience training Customer-reported
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  • Puppy training
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Behavior support

  • Jumping up
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How training happens

  • Board and train
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  • In-home training
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  • Private training
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Dog age

  • Puppies
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Additional services

  • Boarding
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Other listed services

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  • Basic Manners
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  • Remote Collar Trained
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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.5
out of 532 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • knowledgeable staff 6
  • come command 3
  • communication 3
  • leash pulling 3
  • training program 3
  • breed 2
All 10 topics
  • dog obedience 2
  • listening skills 2
  • poodle 2
  • professional trainers 2

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32 collected reviews

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Nancy Patterson
5/5
My 9 month old puppy Jazz came home yesterday from Dogs By Melissa board and train program. Melissa picked up an uncontrollable puppy 3weeks ago and brought me back a calm and obedient little doggy. I understand I need to continue to reinforce the training everyday. Melissa mad…Read full reviewClose full review

My 9 month old puppy Jazz came home yesterday from Dogs By Melissa board and train program. Melissa picked up an uncontrollable puppy 3weeks ago and brought me back a calm and obedient little doggy. I understand I need to continue to reinforce the training everyday. Melissa made sure I understood what was required so that Jazz understood what I wanted him to do rather than what he wants to do. I can text her anytime with questions and or problems I may have for life. I highly recommend Dogs by Melissa.

Judith Benson
5/5
Thanks so much, Jackie! I am thrilled with the way that Daisy responds to all of the commands that she’s learned! Your “little comments“ I think help me learn the most to be a good trainer And good mom for Daisy🤩 I feel confident in taking Daisy wherever I go, and that shall be …Read full reviewClose full review

Thanks so much, Jackie! I am thrilled with the way that Daisy responds to all of the commands that she’s learned! Your “little comments“ I think help me learn the most to be a good trainer And good mom for Daisy🤩 I feel confident in taking Daisy wherever I go, and that shall be very well behaved! You gave me the confidence that I needed to be successful! I’m sure Daisy loves her new behavior too😂🤩

John & Chrystal Slattman
5/5
Melissa and her team are the most incredible trainers! They are so good with the dogs, our cane corso, Romeo, absolutely loves her! Extremely professional, very communicative, and a genuine heart for the babies she trains. She is a tremendous asset to the dog training world and …Read full reviewClose full review

Melissa and her team are the most incredible trainers! They are so good with the dogs, our cane corso, Romeo, absolutely loves her! Extremely professional, very communicative, and a genuine heart for the babies she trains. She is a tremendous asset to the dog training world and we highly recommend Dogs by Melissa!! Your fur baby will be lucky to train with her and her team! Thank you for helping our Romeo be the bestest boy ever!!

KorieShipley
5/5
Melissa and her trainers were absolutely AMAZING! We completed the 3 week board and train for our pup Loki and ended up with a whole new dog! If you know anything about Dobermans, you know how crazy they can be! Melissa had no problem turning our boy into a very obedient pup! We …Read full reviewClose full review

Melissa and her trainers were absolutely AMAZING! We completed the 3 week board and train for our pup Loki and ended up with a whole new dog! If you know anything about Dobermans, you know how crazy they can be! Melissa had no problem turning our boy into a very obedient pup! We went from struggling with him going potty in the house, not listening, jumping on the counter, and everything crazy you can imagine, to being able to bring him anywhere with no problem. He listens, respects us, and understands all of our commands. We are so grateful for the work they put into our dog and couldn’t be happier with her and her team! THANK YOU!!!!

M Dacanay
5/5
One week before starting training, our 80 pound lab puppy ran out the front door, across the street, and terrorized an elderly woman walking a little dog because he wanted to play. The morning we were to start training, he bolted for another dog, pulling me over, leaving me with…Read full reviewClose full review

One week before starting training, our 80 pound lab puppy ran out the front door, across the street, and terrorized an elderly woman walking a little dog because he wanted to play. The morning we were to start training, he bolted for another dog, pulling me over, leaving me with busted up front teeth, a minor concussion, a sprained wrist, and lots of bruises. Dogs By Melissa took him for three weeks for the board-and-train program. On his first day home, he went on a two mile walk, passing a flock of white birds, two bunnies, twelve pedestrians, two dogs he was friends with, one dog he did not know, two dogs who were as unruly as he used to be, a kid on a scooter, three kids playing in the street, one person sitting in their driveway, lawn sprinklers, and a twelve foot tall animated holiday decoration. He did not break form once. His behavior was so stunningly remarkable that my neighbor down the street asked if I’d gotten a new dog. Dogs By Melissa gave us a dog we could enjoy, stress-free, as a part of our family. He is so proud of himself and we are able to spend such better quality time with him now that he is able to control his energy, plus we no longer have to worry about him placing himself or others in dangerous situations. The training they provide was by far one of the best investments we’ve ever made.

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