Amanda Gagnon Dog Training
has been a devoted member of the New York City community for more than fifteen years. They are highly credentialed, excessively educated, and extraordinarily active members of the dog training and behavior modification community. They are passionate, dedicated dog training and behavior consultant professionals who will stop at nothing to ensure that you get the very best instruction available.
Training Philosophy
Amanda Gagnon Dog Training believes that training should be fun and focused. They aim to ensure that you feel heartened and fulfilled in the process of learning and playing with your dog. They are recommended by veterinarians across NYC and trusted to train staff and volunteers at countless local rescues, including New York City Animal Care Centers.
Services
- Puppy Kindergarten
- Adolescent Dog Training
- Next-Level Classes
- Outdoor Group Classes In Central Park
- Awesome Workshops
- Famous Specialty Courses
- Complete Online Courses
- Private Training
- Puppy Day School
- Day School
- Certified Trainer Dog Walks
- Hand Us The Leash (Day Training)
- Packages and Deals
- Decompression Workshop
- Corporate Events
- For Dogcare Providers
- Puppy Socials
- Adolescent Drop Off Socials
Certifications
All trainers at Amanda Gagnon Dog Training are required to maintain professional certification through the most restrictive independent certifying organizations in the field (CCPDT or IAABC).
Specializations
- Puppy Training
- Adolescent Dog Training
- Adult Dog Training
- Behavior Modification
- Recall Training
- Leash Training
- Agility Training
- Trick Training
- Resource Guarding
- Separation Anxiety
- Dog-Dog Socialization
- Dog-Human Communication
- Dog Safety and Handling
Training Methods
Amanda Gagnon Dog Training uses a variety of positive reinforcement methods, including clicker training, shaping, and reward-based training. They also incorporate play-based training and socialization into their programs.
Customer Reviews
- “My dog was transformed from an unruly stubborn puppy into my best friend and companion. “
— Nadya and MISHA
- “Amanda Gagnon Dog Training ROCKS!”
— Dr. Ian Dunbar
- “Amanda didn’t just give us slightly improved dogs, she gave us the tools to keep making progress with them forever.”
— Eric and TOBY
- “An amazing dog trainer isn’t just good with dogs—she’s also good with people. And Amanda is great with both. She’s completely confident and knowledgeable without being condescending; she’s upfront without being pushy. Most importantly, she absolutely knows and loves what she’s doing, and she does it with a great sense of humor. “
— Grace and PENNIE
- “My dog and I got so much out of the class, we were showing off to my husband when he returned home. I knew we were making a good choice last year when we chose Amanda Gagnon Dog Training, but last night I knew we made the only choice! “
— Eileen and BROOKLYN
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Amanda Gagnon Dog Training has been featured on Fox, CBS, GMA, Inside Edition, Dogster, Newsweek, and many more.
