Adventure Canine Training

Training programs begin with a discovery process to assess the dog’s needs. Options include a 4–6 week intensive Board and Train program with daily updates, followed by at-home reinforcement sessions. Private lessons and group classes are offered for basic obedience, puppy foundations, and AKC Canine Good Citizen prep. All programs emphasize communication, behavior modification, and real-world proofing in public and outdoor environments.

Pricing Summary

Board and Train programs start at $4,000 for 4+ weeks, including equipment. Private training packages are $1,250 for four 90-minute sessions. Prices include prong collars, e-collars, and training gear. Boarding is available separately with customized care.

Adventure Canine Training is a dog training business based in Middle Tennessee that helps dog owners build stronger, more communicative relationships with their dogs through personalized training focused on intelligence, confidence, and mutual understanding. Their approach blends genetics awareness, motivation-based training, and obedience work to create reliable, well-behaved dogs ready for real-world adventures like hiking, walking in town, or playing in the yard. They emphasize two-way communication, reading dog body language, and using play and bond-building as primary rewards, while also incorporating humane corrections when needed. Their signature Board and Train program offers intensive, 4–6 week residential training with daily video updates, followed by at-home reinforcement sessions. They also offer group classes, private sessions, and professional pet boarding with individualized care for dogs of all temperaments and needs, including those with special requirements like arthritis or social sensitivities.

Their trainers, led by founder Brooke O’Brien, prioritize hands-on experience and continuous education over generic certifications, and they are active in AKC sports, therapy dog work, and behavior modification. They use a balanced method that includes play, movement, and tools like prong collars and e-collars—applied humanely and only after proper conditioning—to achieve reliable, long-lasting results. They serve clients across Middle Tennessee and are known for their commitment to lifelong partnership with dog owners.

Accomplishments

Founder Brooke O’Brien has trained over 300 dogs through hands-on mentorship, studied under top trainers in California, completed Therapy Dog certification with her dog Logan, and actively competes in AKC Obedience, Agility, Hunt Tests, and Dock Diving. Her dogs have been featured in Nashville commercials and music videos.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by reviewing the website’s philosophy and FAQs, then contact the team via the Contact Us page to schedule a discovery conversation to determine if Adventure Canine is the right fit for their dog’s needs.