FirstBarkI love this facility and the trainers! My dog needs lots of mental stimulation and the classes here have given me so many tools to work with her and help her learn. She got her AKC novice trick dog title at a workshop, and we are currently doing a sports sampler class which has been great for learning what Jinx does or doesn't enjoy. Highly recommend!
Happy Dog Institute
Tumwater, Washington
About Happy Dog Institute
Starting in a small pet shop holding group classes we expanded to our own facility in 2021! Work with one of our certified trainers today in either private sessions or group classes. We pride ourselves in staying up-to-date with science backed approaches. We are open by appointment only and look forward to working with you!
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
- Obedience training
- Puppy training Customer-reported
- Socialization Customer-reported
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Barking
How training happens
- Group classes
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
- Service dog training
Dog sports
- Agility
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Dog walking
Other listed services
View 15 additional details
- Accredited Dog Trainer
- Adventure Hikes
- Akc Scentwork
- Animal Behavior Consultants
- Basic Manners Class
- Behavioral Challenges
- Dog Jump
- Dog Manners
- Dog Sports
- Dog Whisperer
- Family Dog Mediation
- In-Person Consultation
- Nail Trimming
- Specialty Classes
- Week Class
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
Do you work with Rottweiler's? Hes a pup and needs strict training not to bite people. Good dog, pure blood lines, from Germany.
I work every breed Kate. I hope you find some help for that awesome Rottie. Fill out a contact form on my website so we can touch base.
Community answer · StructuredK9training · 2019-09-21
Where are the classes?
Hi! Thanks for reaching out! We offer most of our classes - including our puppy and adult classes at our new facility located at 7924 Sweet Iron Ct, Ste 109 Olympia, WA 98501 We have a few classes that we offer offsite as well: About Town, and Truffle Hunting are two offsite options
Community answer · Happy Dog Institute · 2025-10-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.8
56 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Knowledgeable trainer 5
- Positive reinforcement 5
- Barking 3
- Puppy class 3
- Reactivity skills 3
- Behavioral training 2
All 10 topics
- Body language 2
- Class size 2
- Compassionate trainer 2
- Puppy socialization 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
I had a few concerns with my chihuahua mixed breed pup with excessive barking, resource guarding and he seemed to always be on edge. I did obedience training with another dog training and hoped that would help but it didn't. Our vet recommended Happy Dog, and I am so thankful I p…Read full reviewClose full review
I had a few concerns with my chihuahua mixed breed pup with excessive barking, resource guarding and he seemed to always be on edge. I did obedience training with another dog training and hoped that would help but it didn't. Our vet recommended Happy Dog, and I am so thankful I pursued this. I received excellent training tips and ways to change some behaviors. I now have a calm, less anxious and happier pup which I never thought would happen. I feel like I have a totally different pup and couldn't be happier. I highly recommend Emma her knowledge and training is top notch. Thank you Jamey and Bentley 🐾
Staff/trainers are so awesome. Chester has really adapted well. Thank you
I find the lessons interesting because they are explained from the dogs perspective.
Very happy with our first lesson. Great facility and the trainer really knows what she is talking about.
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