FirstBarkBest dog school that Hondo has the pleasure of attending! He loves and respects his Dog Trainer “Diana “!! He has learned so much in a short amount of time. He can’t get enough of Mallari enrichment days!!! Love this place
Good Dog in the Making
Dripping Springs, Texas
About Good Dog in the Making
Good Dog in the Making, founded in 2024 and based in Dripping Springs, TX, serves the greater area with expert dog training and a full suite of canine services. We specialize in balanced training, engaging enrichment activities, and comprehensive new puppy programs. Our offerings also include safe, comfortable dog boarding, fun-filled doggy daycare, and convenient daycare packages. At Good Dog in the Making, we’re dedicated to helping every dog become their very best companion.
Training & services
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- Canine Good Citizen preparation
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Earn the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) title through structured training that builds real-world manners and calm behavior. Dogs learn to greet politely, walk on leash, obey commands, and stay focused around distractions—proving they’re well-behaved and community-ready companions.
- Obedience training
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- Puppy training
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Set your puppy up for success at Good Dog in the Making! Gentle, structured training builds socialization, crate comfort, potty routines, and basic obedience. Prevent problem behaviors early, boost confidence, and strengthen your bond using expert, positive reinforcement methods.
- Socialization
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How training happens
- Board and train
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- Day training
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- Online or virtual training
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- Private training
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Dog age
- Puppies
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Training level
- Beginner training
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Assistance and working dogs
- Therapy dog training
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Dog sports
- Scent work
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Training approach
- Balanced training
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- Positive reinforcement
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Additional services
- Boarding
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Give your dog a safe, enriching home away from home! Overnight boarding at Good Dog in the Making includes engaging daycare, play, and structured care to keep tails wagging. Designed for comfort and stimulation, your pup stays active, happy, and well-cared for while you’re away.
- Daycare
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Give your dog a fun, safe, and engaging day away from home! Doggy daycare offers supervised play, socialization, and plenty of exercise in a clean, caring environment—helping reduce boredom and build happy, well-balanced behavior while you’re away.
Save money while keeping your dog active and engaged with flexible daycare packages. Choose multi-day options designed for consistent play, socialization, and enrichment activities—giving your pup structure, stimulation, and care at a better value for regular visits.
Other listed services
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- Dog training
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Transform your dog into a well-mannered companion with personalized training tailored to every stage of life. From puppy basics to advanced skills and behavior fixes, build obedience, confidence, and a stronger bond with expert guidance.
- 4 Week Program
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- Animal Rescues
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- Dog Camp
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- Dog Develop
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- Dog Program
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- Dog Enrichment Activities
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Keep your dog engaged, happy, and mentally stimulated with fun enrichment activities designed to tap into natural instincts like sniffing, foraging, and problem-solving. From scent games to interactive play, every activity builds confidence, reduces boredom, and supports overall well-being.
- Home Consultations
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- Jump Start
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- Off Leash
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- Post Training
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- Training Consultation
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- Training Support
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
13 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- dog boarding 5
- caring staff 3
- staff 3
- walking 3
- enrichment days 2
- leash 2
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- team 2
- videos 2
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Good dog in the making was amazing for my dog’s boarding over spring break! Our usual place was not available but Diana and her team came highly recommended. They did not disappoint. When she noticed something going on with our pup’s ear she immediately contacted us, called our v…Read full reviewClose full review
Good dog in the making was amazing for my dog’s boarding over spring break! Our usual place was not available but Diana and her team came highly recommended. They did not disappoint. When she noticed something going on with our pup’s ear she immediately contacted us, called our vet directly, made an appointment and took him to it! Turns out ear infection 😢. Had she not been so attentive and caring he likely would have been suffering all week. I loved seeing daily photos/ videos of what the dogs were up to (including pupsicles!). Not sure our dog wanted to come home 🤪
Good Dog in the Making is a fabulous place. My little Jack Russell Terrier leaps out of the car and into the facility to get to her friends. She loves the play. I'm very confident that Diana and her staff have full control of the doggie interactions - this gives me great peace…Read full reviewClose full review
Good Dog in the Making is a fabulous place. My little Jack Russell Terrier leaps out of the car and into the facility to get to her friends. She loves the play. I'm very confident that Diana and her staff have full control of the doggie interactions - this gives me great peace knowing my dog is enjoying her daycare in full safety. I usually do 1x per week but sometimes up her visits to 2x's per week. We have also used Good Dog in the Making for vacation extended visits and I've been 100% confident and happy!
Good Dog in the Making is the best dog trainer in Dripping Springs! We are also excited to start sending Sunny to doggie daycare 🐾
We met Diana over 3 years ago, when we adopted our sweet Rylie. She was a puppy and we wanted to make sure we knew how to be good dog parents and to give Rylie guidance and direction. Diana has been amazing and Rylie is the dog she is today because of her. Rylie is well behaved, …Read full reviewClose full review
We met Diana over 3 years ago, when we adopted our sweet Rylie. She was a puppy and we wanted to make sure we knew how to be good dog parents and to give Rylie guidance and direction. Diana has been amazing and Rylie is the dog she is today because of her. Rylie is well behaved, walks on leash without issue, has a great disposition and when she slips, we know what to do to help her get back on track because of what Diana has taught us. We continue Rylie’s training by bringing her to enrichment classes with Diana, and are even looking at starting Canine good citizen classes with Diana. We cannot recommend Diana, A Good Dog, in the Making enough. She’s absolutely the best!!!
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