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The Reliable Dog

Falmouth, Massachusetts

5/5· 49 Google reviews

About The Reliable Dog

We are a small locally owned business that takes pride in what we do. We treat every dog as if they were a part of our family. To make communication and learning clear, effective, and fun, we use a positive reinforcement reward-based marker system. This training is designed to build a strong, healthy relationship between you and your dog. It is also designed to create confident dogs and happy owners. Together we will address problems that already exist while also being proactive so you are prepared to handle behaviors that might come up in the future.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training

Behavior support

  • Fear and confidence

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Group classes
  • Owner coaching
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Scent work
  • Trick training

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding

Other listed services

View 12 additional details
  • Additional Training
  • Bite Work
  • Day School Program
  • Day School Training
  • Dog Day School
  • Dog Pull
  • Immersive Training
  • In Canine Training
  • Individualized Training
  • Obstacle Courses
  • Team Training
  • Training Sessions

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 549 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Leash pulling 7
  • Knowledgeable team 4
  • Private lessons 4
  • Calm atmosphere 3
  • Confident dog 3
  • Group lessons 3
All 10 topics
  • Patience with pup 2
  • Polite dog 2
  • Stranger reactive dogs 2
  • Stubborn dog 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

49 collected reviews

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Erika Capobianco
5/5
Have been super hesitant to bring my dog Bailey anywhere for the past three years. Pandemic dog, nervous, social anxiety, etc.. creating human anxiety! Everyone at Reliable Dog has been super helpful and has brought Bailey out of her shell. Still more work to do but couldn’t be…Read full reviewClose full review

Have been super hesitant to bring my dog Bailey anywhere for the past three years. Pandemic dog, nervous, social anxiety, etc.. creating human anxiety! Everyone at Reliable Dog has been super helpful and has brought Bailey out of her shell. Still more work to do but couldn’t be where we are without them. I would highly recommend everyone come see what they’re about. Just signed up for my next round of sessions and my second dog Bucca will be joining the pack soon as well!

Steve DeRosier
5/5

Ian and Sophie are the BEST!

Karen Gibbons
5/5
Our recently adopted shepard mix rescue was pulling us on leash, reacting to other dogs and people, and had some separation anxiety. We enrolled her in the Day School Program. We have seen major improvement in all areas. For example Ian recommended we take her to the vets office …Read full reviewClose full review

Our recently adopted shepard mix rescue was pulling us on leash, reacting to other dogs and people, and had some separation anxiety. We enrolled her in the Day School Program. We have seen major improvement in all areas. For example Ian recommended we take her to the vets office for practice. She was able to stay on her mat calmly in a stressful and active environment. Impressing both me and office staff. Leash walking has totally changed for the better. The first time you are able to loose leash walk past a reactivate dog is a surreal experience. I'm sure I heard angels sing. Our once anxious dog loves to go to school. Ian always asks open ended questions to tailor the training for your specific needs. If it matters to you it matters to the Reliable Dog staff. Thank you Ian and Sophie so much for allowing us to now have a "Reliable Dog "

Paul Rodriques
5/5

Reliable dog rocks these guys and girls know what their doing.tons of respect...patience etc. I love the family surroundings..

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