Dog training in Punta Gorda, Florida

Advanced Canine Development provides professional, science-based dog training and boarding services throughout Southwest Florida. Specializing in applied Animal Learning Theory, we offer customized programs including Puppy Foundations, Obedience Training, and expert Behavior Modification for issues like leash pulling, barking, and anxiety. Our personalized programs are designed to help your dog become well-mannered at home and in public settings. We proudly serve Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, North Port, Englewood, Arcadia, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples, Venice, Sarasota, Osprey, Nokomis, Rotonda West, Boca Grande, Placida, and Babcock Ranch. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!

Bratty Paws Dog Plex is Florida's first premier, 20,000-square-foot, indoor air-conditioned dog training and event center. With a rubber, turfed arena Bratty Paws Dog Plex can host seminars/camps and 1 ring agility competitions year-round. Although agility is the marque sport, we offer dock diving in our NADD approved pool. Bratty Paws is available for rent to host many other dog sports. We offer agility and pool memberships. Bratty Paws full-service retail area includes some of the best dog sport products well as high-end dog food, treats, Back on Track coats, Ruffland Kennels and special order items. Bratty Paws sits on 10 acres of property which allows ample room for walking your dogs and only 2 miles off the exit from Interstate 75.

At Dogs by Melissa we have trained dogs as small as 3 pounds and as old as 11. It is never too late to start giving your dog the structure it needs for a calm, peaceful, happy life. Melissa Trainer Melissa has been training dogs for over 20 years. She has been involved in Schutzhund (IPO) 20 years and has been a judge in the sport since 2011. She has competed at club, regional, national, and world levels and has titled many dogs. She started her career with animals as a veterinary technician and then went on to specialize in veterinary dentistry before becoming the clinic office manager.

We are a trainer and breeder specializing in German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois. We have 20+ years of experience and continuing education producing solid healthy and intelligent pups. We take great pride in what we do.

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