Private Dog Training Programs in Lorain, Medina, and Western Cuyahoga Counties
Personalized training programs for dog owners throughout Lorain County, Medina County, and Western Cuyahoga County.
Every dog learns differently. That is why Underdog Training Academy provides private, one-on-one dog training built around your dog’s temperament, behavior and your goals.
We serve dog owners throughout Lorain County, Medina County, and western Cuyahoga County, including Lorain, Elyria, North Ridgeville, Avon, Avon Lake, Brunswick, North Olmsted, and surrounding communities.
Every dog begins with a free assessment. We evaluate your dog’s temperament, engagement, current obedience and any unwanted behaviors before recommending a training plan.
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Our Dog Training Plans
No two dogs learn the exact same way. That is why we begin with a free assessment instead of pushing every dog into the same program. During the assessment, we take your dog through a temperament test and engagement drills so we can see how they respond, focus, and interact.
After that, we will talk with you about what you want to improve. Then we will recommend a training plan, provide a quote, and give you a realistic time frame.
Whether your dog needs puppy training, basic obedience, leash manners, or preparation for therapy dog work, we will help you choose the plan that makes the most sense.
Puppy Program
4 Private 1-on-1 Sessions
For puppies under 3 months old
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Average Price: $600
The Puppy Program is designed to help young puppies build a strong foundation early. This plan focuses on communication, engagement, early obedience, confidence building, and the habits that make life at home easier as your puppy grows.
This is a great option for owners who want to start training before unwanted behaviors become harder to correct.
Best for:
Puppy training, early obedience, owner education, engagement, structure, and confidence building.
Basic Program
4 Private 1-on-1 Sessions
For dogs with no unwanted behaviors
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Average Price: $800
The Basic Program is ideal for dogs who do not have major behavior concerns but need better obedience, structure, and communication. This plan helps your dog learn important commands and gives you the tools to reinforce them at home.
If your dog is generally well-behaved but needs better listening skills, this is a strong starting point.
Best for:
Basic dog obedience, engagement, leash basics, household manners, and building a better training foundation.
Intermediate Program
6 Private 1-on-1 Sessions
For dogs with up to 2 unwanted behaviors
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Average Price: $1200
The Intermediate Program gives your dog more time to learn and gives you more support as the owner. This plan is built for dogs who need obedience training along with help improving a couple of specific problem areas.
Our behavior training page provides more information about unwanted behaviors. This plan is a good fit for dogs that need structured obedience plus extra attention in a few key areas.
Best for:
Dog obedience training, leash walking, threshold manners, improved focus, and support for up to 2 unwanted behaviors.
Advanced Program
8 Private 1-on-1 Sessions
For dogs with up to 4 unwanted behaviors
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Average Price: $1600
The Advanced Program is for dogs that need more structure, more consistency, and more time to build reliable obedience. This plan allows us to work through several training goals while helping owners understand how to clearly communicate expectations.
This option is often recommended for dogs who need a more complete training plan with obedience, manners, leash work, safety commands, and owner coaching.
Best for:
Advanced obedience, loose leash walking, public manners, safety commands, threshold manners, and support for up to 4 unwanted behaviors.
Behavior Modification Program
Up to 12 Sessions
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Average Price: $2500
The Behavior Modification Program is designed for dogs who need a more involved training plan and a higher level of owner support. This plan gives us more time to work through obedience, communication, structure, and behavior modification goals.
Because behavior concerns can vary from dog to dog, we will go over the details during your free assessment and recommend a plan based on what your dog needs most.
Best for:
Behavior modification, obedience reinforcement, structured training, confidence building, and dogs needing a more detailed plan.
Therapy Dog Prep Program
Up to 16 Sessions
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Average Price: $3000
The Therapy Dog Prep Program is built for dogs and owners who want to work toward therapy dog readiness. This plan focuses on obedience, manners, confidence, calm behavior, public access skills, and preparation for the expectations that come with therapy dog work.
This program may include training for focus around distractions, polite greetings, leash control, threshold manners, and Canine Good Citizen exam preparation.
This program helps prepare dogs and handlers for therapy-related expectations, but does not automatically provide therapy dog certification.
Best for:
Therapy dog prep, Canine Good Citizen training, public access skills, obedience, calm behavior, and handler confidence.
Dog Training Plan FAQs
How do I know which training plan my dog needs?
You do not have to choose the plan on your own. We start with a free assessment so we can evaluate your dog, talk through your goals, and recommend the best option based on your dog’s needs.
Do you offer puppy training?
Yes. Our Puppy Program includes 4 private 1-on-1 sessions and is designed for puppies under 3 months old. It helps build early obedience, engagement, confidence, and better habits from the start.
Are the sessions private?
Yes. Our training plans are built around private 1-on-1 sessions so your dog gets focused attention and you get clear guidance as the owner.
Do these plans cover unwanted behaviors?
Some plans may include support for unwanted behaviors depending on the level selected. However, detailed information about specific unwanted behaviors is covered on our behavior training page.
Do you offer therapy dog training?
We offer a Therapy Dog Prep Program with up to 16 sessions. This plan may include obedience, public access skills, calm behavior, polite greetings, and Canine Good Citizen exam preparation.
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