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The Dog Man - Pro Dog Training

Lakeland, Florida

4.9/5· 311 Google reviews

About The Dog Man - Pro Dog Training

A master dog trainer located in Lakeland Florida. Over 25 years of experience offering a realistic training program for both dog and owner by showing how to communicate your needs to your pet. The DOG MAN will teach you the way your dog processes information; this is how he learns and communicates with you. You will then learn how to be the leader of your home. This positive relationship improves the overall behavior and obedience of your dog. Private lessons training both dog and owner. Air-conditioned indoor training facility and 1/2 acre outdoor security fenced training area.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Listed price: $2,700.00

  • Group classes Customer-reported
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training
    Program details

    Listed price: $1,250.00

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Advanced training Customer-reported

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training Customer-reported

Additional services

  • Boarding
  • Daycare
    Program details

    Listed price: $25.00

Other listed services

View 11 additional details
  • Dog training
    Program details

    This is all one on one training,with both owner n dog n owner..Private appointments tues-sat. 10-2 · Listed price: From $750.00

  • Doberdoodles Breeder
  • Dog Training Central
  • Dog Training Program
  • F1B Goldendoodles Breeder
  • German Shepherd Dog Training
  • Specialty Training
  • Start Training
  • Training Call
  • Doberdoodles
  • F1B Goldendoodles

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

I'm a volunteer with a rescue in Highlands County. Toby needs further training to fully prepare him for a Foster or forever home. Do you give rescue rates?

I will give you a discount. Call me I’m Pat owner-trainer. at The Dog Man. 863-298-2008.

Community answer · The Dog Man - Pro Dog Training · 2025-09-21

Question on Google
If I bring my pit bull here, can she be taught how to be left home alone and not get into anything she’s not supposed to?

Of course

Community answer · The Dog Man - Pro Dog Training · 2021-09-21

Question on Google
Hello how much is to train a dog ?

Prices vary depending on what you need. Give them a call for a quote.

Community answer · LaDonna Webb · 2020-09-21

Question on Google
Do you help with resource guarding ? Used to be a good boy now he’s growling at me and my bf when we go near the couch

Of course I can.

Community answer · The Dog Man - Pro Dog Training · 2020-09-21

Question on Google
How much to train a puppy and when?

750$ and I start as early as 8 weeks.

Community answer · The Dog Man - Pro Dog Training · 2020-09-21

Question on Google
How do you deal with aggressive dogs ?

I bite back.lol.i can brake a wild broken dog of any size and train in one hour.no shock collars no treats.

Community answer · Patrick Stitzel · 2019-09-21

Question on Google

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 5311 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Puppy training 29
  • Knowledgeable staff 25
  • Leash training 25
  • Knowledgeable trainer 22
  • Disobedience 21
  • Obedience training 17
All 10 topics
  • Behavior modification 16
  • One on one training 10
  • Training for owners 7
  • Rescue dog training 4

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Sara Frendahl
5/5

Today I took my 7 month old cockapoo to his first one on one training with The Dog Man and it was an awesome experience. He has already helped me with controlling my puppy on the leash, showed me how to make him sit and he also gave him some socialization with his dogs. I was very pleased and look forward to working with him for session two.

Arturo Figueroa
5/5
I can’t say enough good things about Pat the Dog Man! He has been an incredible help in training Bruno, my highly energetic German Shepherd. Before working with Pat, my dog would constantly bark at people, other dogs, and even passing cars. Walks were stressful, and I struggled t…Read full reviewClose full review

I can’t say enough good things about Pat the Dog Man! He has been an incredible help in training Bruno, my highly energetic German Shepherd. Before working with Pat, my dog would constantly bark at people, other dogs, and even passing cars. Walks were stressful, and I struggled to get him to stay calm. Pat’s training methods are professional, effective, and based on understanding the dog’s behavior rather than just forcing obedience. With his guidance, my dog has improved tremendously—he’s calmer, more focused, and much easier to manage on walks. Pat took the time to explain the training techniques, ensuring I understood how to reinforce them at home. If you're looking for a patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated trainer, I highly recommend Pat the Dog Man. He truly knows how to communicate with dogs and their owners!

Laura Vasquez
5/5

Pat did great with my 5 year old australian shepherd! He taught me how to manage his reactive behavior with my new puppy

Darlene Shaw
5/5

The Dog Man trained my super hyper puppy to walk on a leash without pulling he was really nice and had alot of patience with her and he said if I have anymore trouble with her I can call him and make another appointment if needed or he will answer questions if had had any

Carla Prebor
5/5
Even though we had dogs in the past, I wasn't prepared for the stubborn energy in Murphy, our working cocker spaniel puppy. He is sweet but, just A LOT! I felt so discouraged and overwhelmed. But after the one-on-one training Pat provided he has improved in so many areas; less p…Read full reviewClose full review

Even though we had dogs in the past, I wasn't prepared for the stubborn energy in Murphy, our working cocker spaniel puppy. He is sweet but, just A LOT! I felt so discouraged and overwhelmed. But after the one-on-one training Pat provided he has improved in so many areas; less pulling on our walks, sitting & staying etc., and I now feel encouraged and more in control. I tried group classes but, for us, the personalized approach was so much better! Thank you, Pat!

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