ABC Dog Training

ABC Dog Training offers structured group classes in basic obedience (including AKC CGC preparation), advanced CGC (Community and Urban), and agility. Private lessons are available for obedience and agility at the Mims facility, tailored to individual needs. Agility classes are ongoing and can be joined at any time. Group classes are limited in size (5–8 dogs) and held outdoors. Private lessons are offered Monday–Friday, with in-home lessons currently unavailable. Training progresses from foundational cues to advanced skills, with emphasis on real-world application and behavior modification.

Pricing Summary

Group basic obedience: $160 for 6 classes; CGCA and CGCU: $150 for 4 classes; Private obedience: $210 for 3 one-hour weekly lessons; Private agility: $130 for three 45-minute lessons; Group agility: $130 for 6 classes. A $50 deposit is required to hold a spot in group classes. Behavior issue pricing varies and requires direct inquiry.

Policies

A $50 deposit is required to reserve a spot in group classes. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but clients are encouraged to contact via phone or form for scheduling inquiries.

ABC Dog Training, led by Sally Gordon, offers positive reinforcement-based dog training services to help owners build strong, communication-based relationships with their dogs. Services include group classes and private lessons in basic and advanced obedience, behavior modification, and agility training. Training focuses on rewarding desired behaviors with praise, food, toys, or play, while managing or redirecting unwanted behaviors without punishment. Sally specializes in dogs with anxiety and fear issues and has trained a wide variety of breeds since 2005. Her approach emphasizes teaching owners how to communicate effectively with their dogs, resulting in happier, more confident pets. Agility training is offered as both group and private sessions, fostering bonding and confidence. Clients report significant improvements in behavior, including reduced jumping, barking, chewing, and reactivity, as well as enhanced recall and leash manners.

Sally’s training is conducted outdoors at her facility in Mims, FL, and private in-home lessons are temporarily unavailable. Group classes are held in Mims and surrounding areas, with agility sessions on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings. All training uses reward-based methods, and Sally provides clear, actionable homework after each session. She also offers ongoing support and is responsive to questions outside of lessons.

ABC Dog Training serves pet owners in Titusville, Mims, and Cocoa, FL, and offers structured programs for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs, including Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification preparation and advanced urban and community CGC classes.

Accomplishments

Sally Gordon has been training dogs since 2005, volunteering with Brevard Dog Training Club and Canine Star Training Academy. She specializes in anxiety and fear-based behavior issues and competes with her own border collies in obedience, agility, tricks, and AKC Fast Cat. She has trained a wide range of breeds and helped numerous clients achieve CGC certification and behavioral improvements.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact ABC Dog Training via phone or the online contact form to inquire about availability, schedule a private lesson, or join a group class. Group class schedules are posted on Facebook, and deposits are required to secure a spot.