Crate training in Minnesota

TCOTC is a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening the relationship between you and your dog. We provide quality training in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities in basic obedience, agility, flyball, tracking and therapy dog work, using principles of positive reinforcement and operant conditioning. Positive reinforcement training uses praise and/or treats to reward your dog for doing something you want him/her to do. Because the reward makes your dog more likely to repeat the behavior, positive reinforcement is one of your most powerful tools for shaping or changing behavior. Additionally, this method can strengthen the bond between you and your dog.

All Ages, All Breeds, All Sizes! Off Leash K9 Training specializes in advanced training and helps dogs with behavioral issues such as anxiety, reactivity, aggression, specific triggers, low confidence, low focus, etc. Have you rescued a dog that needs help adjusting to your new home and family? Do you have an older dog that struggles with listening or runs off when outside? Jumping on visitors? Barking at strangers or other dogs? Experiencing anxiety? We can help with that! Or do you have a new puppy and want to avoid all of the common errors new puppy owners make? Not sure how to properly socialize your puppy or start their training the right way? We can help with that too!

We offer Board & Trains, Private lessons, In-home lessons, Day Care, Day Training, Tracking, Detection & many other Speciality programs. Our Obedience B&T Program consist of 2 week basic, 3 week intermedie, 4 week advanced, and a 6 week Master Program. We have service dog programs with certified papers. When it comes to training, we believe that establishing communication for both the dog and owner is the key to success. We’ve developed a learning method based initially on positive reinforcement (food, toys and praise). At the appropriate stage of training, we use negative reinforcers to teach the dog consequences of unwanted behavior. In the end, it’s about creating a mutual understanding between dog and owner that will last a lifetime.

At The Dog Wizard Twin Cities, we take the guesswork out of dog training by creating clear, proven training plans tailored to each dog and family. We help puppies and adult dogs build safe, reliable obedience through private lessons, group classes, and immersive Board & Train programs. Using positive reinforcement, fair corrections, and preventive structure, we address everything from leash pulling and impulse control to reactivity, fear, and anxiety. Training doesn’t end with the dog, we coach owners through follow-ups and alumni support classes so skills transfer into real life. Our goal is simple: confident dogs, informed owners, and lasting results across the Twin Cities.

Programs include behavior consultation, canine good citizen preparation and crate training.

Knowledge Assessed, Certified, award winning Professional Dog Trainer - CCPDT-KA with more than 15 years in business in Owatonna, serving all of Southern Minnesota. 3000 + dogs trained! Award winning agility competitor for more than 15 years. Knowledge Assessed and tested in the following specialties: AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Training, Life Skills (Obedience +Manners+Safety), Agility, Tricks & Run, Behavior Modification, Aggression, Conformation. Private or Group Classes. We use no shock or prong collars. We believe in positive reinforcement ONLY. Located next to the new Steele County Humane Society Animal Shelter and Chase Dog Park.

We don't train dogs. We train the people who love them. Zoom Room is an indoor dog gym built around one idea: socialization builds confidence. Not just obedience , the kind of real-world calm that lets you take your dog anywhere. Cafes, travel, work, crowds. Small group classes in obedience, agility, puppy training, scent work, tricks, and more. Supervised playgroups. Private gym sessions. Birthday parties. Positive reinforcement only. You're in every class, learning alongside your dog. More like a gym membership than a course , come on your schedule, train at your pace.

Dog training including group classes, private in-home, and online services. CPDT-KSA Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge & Skills Assessed. We use positive reinforcement strategies that get results.

Operation Good Dog provides balanced, reward-based dog training and structured boarding near Minneapolis, Minnesota. Located in Nowthen, I specialize in in-home obedience lessons, short-term boarding with daily training, and full board & train programs for reliable on- and off-leash control.

Programs include behavior consultation, canine good citizen preparation and crate training.

Programs include canine good citizen preparation, crate training and leash training.

Provides coaching to owners to train their dogs for competitive agility and obedience competitions.

Golden Paws Dog Training offers fun, effective In-Person and Online dog training using positive reinforcement methods. Our new facility serves Minnesota’s Iron Range, including Virginia, Hibbing, Eveleth, Gilbert, Mountain Iron, Palo, Aurora, Hoyt Lakes, Biwabik, Embarrass, Babbitt, Tower, Ely, and Duluth. We specialize in puppy training, basic manners, obedience, rally, agility, canine good citizen prep, and behavior modification. Online classes, workshops, and webinars are also available through Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. Whether you’re raising a puppy, working on manners, or preparing for competition, we can help!

With over 30 years of combined experience, our private in-home boarding is the way to go! Darren & Hayley grew up with dogs; Boxers and Boston Terriers and both of us have been in the boarding and pet care industry. We both have backgrounds in dog training; specifically working with fear, anxiety and reactivity together with many years of rescue and rehabilitation work. Unleashed was designed and created by lifelong dog lovers, dog trainers and animal advocates!

Serenity Dog Training provides science-based, fear-free dog training specialized in helping dogs with aggression, handling sensitivities (like at vet visits and grooming), and setting puppies and adolescents up for success from the start. I offer in-person dog training in Two Harbors and virtual dog training for families anywhere, including Duluth, Silver Bay, Grand Marais, Cloquet, and beyond. Training uses rewards-based methods without fear, pain, or harsh tools, focused on emotional wellbeing and lasting behavior change while supporting dogs and their families through clear communication and compassionate guidance.

We provide first class professional gun dog training for your retriever, and world class Labrador Retriever puppies for hunting families. Whether you are looking for your dog to become an outstanding retriever for hunting waterfowl, or you are looking for a gun dog trainer to develop your dog into a great upland hunter, or both, you'll find excellence in training at Northern Plains Retrievers. We offer a variety of different training programs and we will customize your dog's program to fit the type of hunting that you do. To view the details of each program, you can click on Retriever Training. We are now taking deposits for all of our Training Programs. Give us a call to get your dog signed up!

Dog Behavior & Training (Nationally recognized) We have one of the only Internationally Certified Dog Behavior Consultant in the state of Minnesota! Serving Areas within the Twin Cities Metro, including Minneapolis, St. Paul & Beyond

Positive & Balanced Training for Real Life... Our primary focus is Board & Train Programs (Dog Boot Camp, Puppy Boot Camp) and Services for our graduates (including Refresher Training and Private Lessons). We have over 20 years of experience in dog training, behavior, and care... And we can't wait to share our knowledge with you! In order to provide the highest quality Board & Train Programs possible, we screen our potential candidates and only take a small number of dogs at a time... this ensures you and your dog get personal attention to set you up for success:-)

Big Leap of Faith offers group obedience training, private training, behavioral modification, and board & train. My approach to dog training is simple: Use the method that best suits the dog and owner. Every dog is different so the type of training and their expectations should also be different. Positive and balanced dog training creates enthusiastic, happy dogs. Training with rewards allows me to have a “complete toolbox” and the ability to train the widest range of clients and their dogs. All classes are taught using rewards, praise, and lots of fun!