Hi, I’m Ingo, owner of Exceptional Canines In-Home Dog Training. I help puppies, adopted dogs, and dogs with behavior issues like leash reactivity, anxiety, and impulse control. My training is customized to your dog , because your dog is unique, and because cookie-cutter training usually falls apart the second the doorbell rings.
With 30+ years of experience as a professional trainer, AKC CGC Evaluator, and certified dog behavior advisor, I bring calm structure, practical tools, and real-world solutions that actually hold up at home.
Better behavior. Less chaos. More peace. Fewer “why is he doing that?” moments.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Behavior support
Aggression training
Chewing
Fear and confidence
Jumping up
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and train
In-home training
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Senior dogsCustomer-reported
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Photo updates
Assistance and working dogs
Service dog training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
Balanced training
E-collar training
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Additional Training
Animal Behaviorist
Basic Dog
Behavior Change Training
Canine Education
Canine Nutrition
Classical Conditioning
Come When Called
Counter Conditioning
Dog Learn
Dog Nutrition and Longevity
Dog Parents
Dog Training Course
Dog Training Session
Dog's Behavior Challenges
Dog's Health
Dog's Training Programs
E-Learning
Family Dog
Free Phone Consultation
Free Phone Consultations
Home Lessons
In- Home Dog Trainers
In- Home Dog Training
Manners and Obidience
Not Coming When Called
Nutrition Consultation
Personalized Training
Re Home
Rescue Rehab
Seperation Anxiety
Specialized Dog Training
Training Equipment
Weight Control
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5/5Ingo was so amazing as a "dog whisperer" to our 2 1/2 yr old Rescued Aussie. She was showing aggressive behavior and lack of confidence due to her "baggage" issues with other dogs & people. Ingo quickly assessed her behaviors and started showing us what to do with his examples of…Read full reviewClose full review
Ingo was so amazing as a "dog whisperer" to our 2 1/2 yr old Rescued Aussie. She was showing aggressive behavior and lack of confidence due to her "baggage" issues with other dogs & people. Ingo quickly assessed her behaviors and started showing us what to do with his examples of walking, sitting, and crate training basics. She responded quickly and positively to his gentle commands and we were in awe of her obedience right away! We recommend Ingo with 5 stars to all those that need help with their pups that need a little training for success! Appreciate this website with videos & helpful tips for continued success! Karen
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Lil
5/5I can’t say enough good things about Ingo! We have had one super session with him and our entire household has completely changed. We recently adopted an adult poodle that had no training whatsoever. He was extremely energetic and excitable which resulted in jumping, barking, and…Read full reviewClose full review
I can’t say enough good things about Ingo! We have had one super session with him and our entire household has completely changed. We recently adopted an adult poodle that had no training whatsoever. He was extremely energetic and excitable which resulted in jumping, barking, and no impulse control. Since our initial training with Ingo and from using all the skills he taught us to train at home, our poodle has learned three new commands which have helped tremendously with all of his behavioral issues. He now can go to his “place” when he is too excited and he can stay in that place until instructed to leave. He can also stop barking on command when he is being reactive. I look forward to continuing training with Ingo and seeing more progress in my skills as a dog owner improve, as well as the skills in my dog.
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Brian Van Vechten
5/5I recently retired after 40 years as a veterinary surgeon and have seen many dog trainers along the way. Ingo was fantastic with our young German Shepherd Zara. After observing her actions in her home environment… he started teaching me training techniques to disrupt her natural …Read full reviewClose full review
I recently retired after 40 years as a veterinary surgeon and have seen many dog trainers along the way. Ingo was fantastic with our young German Shepherd Zara. After observing her actions in her home environment… he started teaching me training techniques to disrupt her natural puppy behaviors and get her listening and watching me. In the first session I can already see really positive progress for her development into a wonderful well behaved companion. For me the initial session with Exceptional Canine and Ingo was an incredible value. I look forward to future sessions and learning from more from Ingo.
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Dawn Christia Bridges-Jones
5/5I have 30 years of experience as a dog owner. I have never needed a trainer until now. I adopted 2 rescue dogs a week ago with behavioral issues. They. Barked. At. Everything. Walks were stressful for me and the pups. Ingo started their training when he walked in the door. …Read full reviewClose full review
I have 30 years of experience as a dog owner. I have never needed a trainer until now. I adopted 2 rescue dogs a week ago with behavioral issues. They. Barked. At. Everything. Walks were stressful for me and the pups. Ingo started their training when he walked in the door. They quickly learned that undesirable behavior got them ignored, so they stopped barking. They also learned to walk calmly on a leash. I have to admit, I got trained along with the dogs. If you are frustrated, call Ingo!
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Wendi Haley
5/5I called Ingo and within a short time he came up to Prescott to help me out with my 3 year old and 9 year old German Shepards. I had just adopted my 9 year old. Ingo was amazing. We worked for a couple of hours with the two dogs and my 3 year old has never behaved so well and wa…Read full reviewClose full review
I called Ingo and within a short time he came up to Prescott to help me out with my 3 year old and 9 year old German Shepards. I had just adopted my 9 year old. Ingo was amazing. We worked for a couple of hours with the two dogs and my 3 year old has never behaved so well and was very obedient. I only had my adopted 9 year old for a month and I really didn't know him well. Ingo was amazing. Ingo understood him and had him walking , almost prancing before I knew it. I am going to be contacting Ingo again for my next step with them. Thank you Ingo!!!!!!!!! Wendi in Prescott
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