FirstBarkWe had two sessions with Neil and he helped us so much with training our 5 month old puppy! After using most of the methods he taught us, we saw behavior change in just a few days. Couldn't be happier and highly recommend Zen Dog.
Zen Dog Training
Somerville, Massachusetts
About Zen Dog Training
Zen Dog Training has transformed human-canine relationships since 2005. Our clients learn the secrets to successful dog training and our veterinarian approved approach to preventing and solving problem behaviors. Our positive reinforcement approach works on dogs of all ages and breeds. You'll learn how to quickly train your dog or puppy and fear-free ways to gently stop unwanted behaviors too!
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Crate training Customer-reported
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Recall training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Barking
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
- Resource guarding
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Class options
- Small classes
Support between sessions
- Homework and practice
- Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
- Therapy dog training
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Other listed services
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- Animal Rescue
- Basic Commands
- Certified Dog Trainer
- Dog Behavior Challenges
- Dog Parent
- Dog Safety
- Dogs Leash
- Education Programs
- Family Dog
- Helping Dog
- High School
- Home Visits
- House Calls
- In-Home Consultation
- Master Dog Trainer
- New Rescue
- Personal Trainers
- Personalized Coaching
- Personalized Training Session
- Pet Adoption Counselor
- Shy Dog
- Telephone Consultation
- Vet Services
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
210 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Puppy training 50
- Socialization 32
- Knowledgeable trainer 18
- Helpful staff 13
- Safe environment 12
- Crate training 7
All 10 topics
- Obedience training 7
- Dog socialization 6
- Behavior correction 4
- Easy to follow materials 3
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Neil was a hugeee help in getting my new rescue Blue started in the training process! He comes to you at your home and gives personalized training to meet the dog where they are at. The individualization was super helpful for us and we are looking forward to another session soon!
Classes at Zen with Cassie were great! She gave great lessons and was super helpful with any questions we had about brands, products, groomers, and anything else we could possibly have questions about. Highly recommend
Friendly intimate setting for learning. Time for dog to socialize and time for one on one attention. Gentle yet firm training with excellent results! Great to have a zen dog!
Neil was great! He was very knowledgeable, very clear and very helpful, especially when I had questions! My dog was barking incessantly at home and it is SIGNIFICANTLY reduced, pretty much extinguished!
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