As Houston’s only dog training center fully dedicated to positive, science-based methods, Believe in Dog is proud to offer a one-of-a-kind training experience focused entirely on connection, communication, and kindness. We don’t just teach cues and manners, we help people understand how their dogs think, feel, and learn.
Led by nationally recognized trainer Stephanie Bennett, our team uses positive, relationship-based methods to create lasting change without fear or frustration.Unlike many pet businesses that offer everything from grooming to boarding, we focus exclusively on training and enrichment - because that’s where our passion and expertise truly shine.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Socialization
Behavior support
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
How training happens
Group classes
In-home training
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adolescent dogs
Puppies
Training level
Advanced training
Beginner training
Intermediate trainingCustomer-reported
Support between sessions
Homework and practice
Personalized training plans
Progress reportsCustomer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
Therapy dog training
Dog sports
Scent workCustomer-reported
Trick training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Grooming
Other listed services
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Behavior Counseling
Fit Paws
Gym Class
Reactive Rover
Tricks Class
Dog Behaviorist
Dog Education
Training Programs
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Do you only train puppies? My Wire Fox Terrier just turned 2. Have had her since 9 weeks old. Surgeries and health issues have kept me from her getting the training she needed. She is extremely loving with people and other dogs
She has a class that would be right for you
Community answer · Charlotte Woodruff · 2022-09-21
Hello! We train dogs of all ages. We would love to work with your 2-year old. Please check our website at believeindogtraining.com to see what services we offer. Very likely the best service for you will be our Adolescent-Adult Basic Manners class.
Community answer · Stephanie Bennett's Believe in Dog · 2022-09-21
5/5Ah, where to start. This place has been the best experience for George, our now 8-month-old mini dachshund. Between the genuine love from the trainers and staff, and the exposure to other puppies and mentor dogs, he is absolutely obsessed, and so are we.
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Ah, where to start. This place has been the best experience for George, our now 8-month-old mini dachshund. Between the genuine love from the trainers and staff, and the exposure to other puppies and mentor dogs, he is absolutely obsessed, and so are we.
George has gained so much confidence since starting here. You can tell the team truly cares about every dog, and it shows in how excited he is every time we arrive. We couldn’t have asked for a better training environment and would recommend this place to anyone looking to give their puppy the best possible start.
Special thanks to Kate for the initial 6 week training, Jae for being his favorite and for being the biggest supporter since day 1, Mar for the fun and greatest report cards.
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Erica
5/5
10/10 would recommend. I have taken adult basic x2 with Megan and I can't stress how great it has been. Not only for my dog but for me as an owner. I have more confidence and tons of fun tools to address anything new my dog throws at me. We are moving up to intermediate soon and hope to continue working with this awesome group of trainers.
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Jasmine Chan
5/5
Oreo attended puppy day school and was a little shy with other dogs in the beginning but now he is more confident, better behaved, and clearly enjoys the training process. Puppy Class Part One also taught me how to practice the basic cues with Oreo on my own time.
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Dorothy Knoetgen
5/5If you are looking for help with training your dog, I HIGHLY recommend Stephanie Bennett’s Believe in Dog training! We were feeling so frustrated about behavior issues our 5 year old dog had developed (especially jumping on people to say hi and reactivity towards other dogs). Aft…Read full reviewClose full review
If you are looking for help with training your dog, I HIGHLY recommend Stephanie Bennett’s Believe in Dog training! We were feeling so frustrated about behavior issues our 5 year old dog had developed (especially jumping on people to say hi and reactivity towards other dogs). After just one lesson last week with Megan Gerfen, we have seen a HUGE improvement in our dog’s behavior and best of all, we feel empowered to know how to continue teaching our pupper. We are looking forward to participating in one of the reactive rover classes soon!
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Camila Valeria Montalvo Merino
5/5Our experience was awesome, there is certanly lots to learn and guidance through it. The fact that they believe in postive reinforcement rather than old school rough teaching makes me feel safer while trainning my pup, Valeria was great with her teaching. I will say this is a met…Read full reviewClose full review
Our experience was awesome, there is certanly lots to learn and guidance through it. The fact that they believe in postive reinforcement rather than old school rough teaching makes me feel safer while trainning my pup, Valeria was great with her teaching. I will say this is a method that those require way more patience and practice but is so much more rewarding to see your puppy making right choices on their own and build confidence as they go through life. So excited to be back for Puppy trainning part 2.
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