A Better Dog Trainer

Training is delivered through one-on-one, in-home sessions customized to the dog’s needs and the owner’s schedule. Programs begin with assessing goals and redefining the human-dog relationship. Core components include obedience commands (sit, down, come, heel, stay), impulse control, socialization, and behavior correction for issues like aggression, barking, and separation anxiety. Puppy training starts before bringing the puppy home, with guidance on developmental stages, potty training, crate training, and mouthing. Off-leash reliability and perimeter training are also emphasized. All training is grounded in dog psychology and leadership principles, not treat dependency.

At A Better Dog Trainer, John Vinton provides personalized, in-home dog training focused on building a respectful, leadership-based relationship between dogs and their owners. The program emphasizes understanding dog psychology and preventing behavioral issues before they arise, rather than relying on treat-based methods. Training covers all essential obedience commands, puppy development, and severe behavior problems including aggression, separation anxiety, barking, chewing, and resource guarding. Lessons are customized to each dog’s needs and scheduled around the owner’s availability, with a guarantee of results. The trainer works with all dog ages, sizes, and problem types, offering a relationship-driven approach that mirrors responsible parenting.

The business specializes in off-leash control, impulse training, and foundational skills for future disciplines like Canine Good Citizen certification. Services are delivered one-on-one in the client’s home, ensuring real-world application and consistency. The trainer also offers early intervention for puppies, encouraging first lessons even before bringing the puppy home.

Programs are designed to prevent common issues through education, structure, and clear communication, helping families create a peaceful, well-behaved household environment with their dogs.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with contacting the trainer via phone or email to discuss the dog’s needs. Training is scheduled in-home at the owner’s convenience, with the first lesson recommended even before bringing a puppy home. No formal consultation is mentioned, but initial contact leads directly to customized program setup.