The Canine Center for Training and Behavior

13 recommendations and reviews from 12 people

• Referral from June 11, 2020
  

  kittehkat123 asked:

  Dog training? Does anyone have any good dog trainer recommendations? I just called sit means sit and they want $1500 for 3 one day sessions. This seems a bit insane not sure if that is the standard in Austin. I’m ideally looking for 1-1 training

  

  asparagus_pee_stinks replied:

  Canine center for Training and Behavior www.morefunthandirt.com. Best available. Edit:spelling

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• Referral from August 16, 2019
  

  Winnie L. asked:

  Does anyone have a recommendation for a good dog trainer in South Austin I'd like to teach my blue heeler more since he's so smart and could really do some neat things. I know this is the Rottweiler board but I don't have a Rottweiler currently. Once my older dog passes then I will start fostering for southern States again

  

  Phil S. replied:

  Best place is morefunthandirt.com the Canine Center

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• Referral from May 2, 2019
  

  IndifferentPatella asked:

  Any good dog trainers in Austin? Hey, I'm looking for recommendations for a good dog trainer in Austin. My pup has had some food aggression issues lately... and some fear-triggered aggression. It has just escalated from little warning nips that don't break the skin to bruising so it's past time to go to a trainer. When we first got her (before the aggression started), we hired two different trainers for her separation anxiety. I felt like both were a waste of money - they both just gave very general solutions that I'd already found on the internet. They barely spent any time actually practicing with her and just spent the whole time talking to me. Since this is now for aggression, we're getting quoted over $200/hr for most places. If I'm gonna drop that much, I want a trainer who actually spends time \*training her\* and not just giving me handouts and peace-ing out. Edit: Also both trainers had really great reviews so do I just have unrealistic expectations for trainers?

  

  austxsun replied:

  It’s a little outside of town now but the Canine Center on 290 was great. Did a canine good citizen course & really helped me understand some of the basic techniques & how to reinforce appropriate behaviors. The Canine Center 11400 290 West, Austin, TX 78737 (512) 721-8496 https://goo.gl/maps/nhMrkyKBLdDfRnNq6

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• Referral from December 18, 2018
  

  compostables asked:

  Dog trainers/schools? Recently got a rescue pupper (\~7 months old). She is normally kind of aloof but as soon as I leave the house - or even the room - she starts WAILING. I've tried all the internet-recommended techniques for separation anxiety, like gradually trying to get her accustomed to separation, but with no luck. I'm a first time dog owner and have no idea how to go about addressing this, so I'm looking for recommendations on trainers/classes in the Austin area. Y'all have any suggestions? Who to try? Who to avoid? Her yowls are ear-splitting and I'm sure all of the neighbors hate me.

  

  eastcoasternj replied:

  [Canine Center](http://morefunthandirt.com/) out southwest on 290.

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• Referral from July 19, 2018
  

  Tidwell- asked:

  Trainers for a Dog Aggressive Dog Hello, I am looking for suggestions for a trainer that can help alleviate my dog's dog aggression. She is nine years old and I don't think there is much else I can try on my own. I am willing to drop 1-2 grand for a board and train if I have faith it will be effective. Does anyone have experience or suggestions?

  

  eastcoasternj replied:

  The [Canine Center](http://morefunthandirt.com/). We sent our pup there for puppy basics and our trainer, Jyl, specializes in aggression. Awesome place (worth the drive).

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• Referral from July 8, 2018
  

  yrlowendtheory asked:

  Anyone know an excellent dog trainer in Austin? Hi. I live about two hours from Austin. I don’t have any amazing positive reinforcement trainers where I currently am, but I figured San Antonio/Austin would have plenty and I’d be willing to make the drive for an excellent dog trainer. I’ve already taken my dog to Petsmart training class around me so I don’t need a puppy class. I’d prefer a private trainer, maybe even boarding. He gets irked of being touched by strangers and he will lash out if they continue to do so. He’s reactive when it comes to other bigger dogs. He’s only five and a half so he could just be going through a fear period. Would love recommendations of wonderful trainers in your city. Thank you for the help. I hopefully want to get him to search and rescue in the future. I’d also maybe like some agility classes, but he isn’t a really big runner, currently, if I’m being completely honest. I’d be down for anything, really.

  

  milliefrock replied:

  Shari at [The Canine Center](http://morefunthandirt.com) worked wonders for us.

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• Referral from January 13, 2018
  

  Amberle K. asked:

  Does anyone have recommendations on a good local dog training place? A friend of mine has a 6 month old sheppard he is looking to get through an obediance class. He is open to boarding the dog during training if necessary. Thanks

  

  Brooke K. replied:

  http://morefunthandirt.com

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• Referral from September 15, 2017
  

  Letty S. asked:

  Hey guys!

  

  Tannifer A. replied:

  https://www.facebook.com/146298342090506 The Canine Center for Training and Behavior

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• Referral from August 16, 2015
  

  msprings asked:

  Anyone have a recommendation or warning about a dog trainer? My small dog is rude, yappy, and territorial. Love her.

  

  kumquatlime replied:

  The Canine Center: http://morefunthandirt.com DeBono Dog Training: https://stevedebono.com Train My Dogs (no personal experience but friends who use & really like them): http://trainmydogsaustin.com The Stellar Dog: http://www.thestellardog.com Also, here's some general info on choosing a trainer: http://www.patriciamcconnell.com/theotherendoftheleash/who-should-treat-behavior-problems-in-dogs-cats http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/issues/13_9/features/Dog-Training-Professionals_20063-1.html

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• Referral from January 8, 2015
  

  Rescue T. asked:

  **Recommendations needed** Does anyone know of/can recommend an in-home dog trainer in the Austin area? For a home with 2 Bostons that can use some more work on training/manners. They have been going to a training school, but due to a new human baby in the family :), they are not able to get out as easily to take them to their classes.

  

  Cathy B. replied:

  Canine Center for Training and Behavior makes home visits www.morefunthandirt.com Also Steve DeBono - Stevedebono.com

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• Referral from December 16, 2013
  

  Maureen P. asked:

  I need some recommendations from all you dog lovers out there. I have a mini-Labradoodle who I believe is actually a real Lab squished in a poodle disquise. WE need Doggy Training School immediately. Any recommendations. I'm ready to send her to a Dog Whisperer = we need help and it can't come soon enough. Please - any places anyone knows of around the Austin area would be so perfect. She's wearing out her welcome wherever she goes. We need the kind that takes her away from us and trains her properly to be the best and cutest puppy that we know she can be. My spring time Accident caused me to loose a lot of time with her and interest because i was in so much pain and didn't want to deal with her. She's regressed so much that i don't know what to do with her. Please help me make Rosie a good girl.....

  

  Kelley S. replied:

  Moe, there is an amazing close to you that we wanted to bring K to (I prob still will). Our friend who is a vet at Austin Pets Alive recommended it. http://morefunthandirt.com/

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• Referral from September 11, 2013
  

  Tiffany L. asked:

  Anyone know a good dog trainer?

  

  Desirae W. replied:

  she said she'd recommend it, here's the site morefunthandirt.com

  

  Desirae W. replied:

  my friend Kate just did training at the canine center for training and behavior, would you recommend it Kate?

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