Alices Companion Dog Training
Service area: Serves dog owners in Cincinnati, Ohio, and surrounding areas including St. Bernard, Norwood, and Hamilton County.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Recall
- Leash Pulling
Training Formats Offered
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Group classes are 6 to 8 weeks long, held once weekly for one hour. Puppy Pre-School is a 6-week introductory course.
Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Obedience/Rally classes build skills progressively. Agility training is split into Flatwork 1, Flatwork 2, Equipment, and Handling modules.
Canine Good Citizen testing is offered after Intermediate Obedience. Advanced classes require prior completion or instructor approval.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Group classes range from $129 for 6-week Puppy Pre-School to $149 for 8-week Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Obedience, Rally, and Agility classes. No pricing for private or board-and-train services is listed.
About the Trainer
Alice’s Companion Dog Training School LLC, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a dog training business founded by Alice and Larry Sills, who have been rescuing and training dogs since 1984. They offer group classes in obedience, rally obedience, agility, and puppy training, all based on gentle, motivational methods that avoid harsh physical corrections.
Their philosophy emphasizes building a positive, enjoyable bond between dog and handler to create calm, confident companions. They also promote responsible dog ownership and have experience in pet therapy programs, taking dogs to nursing homes.
Their facility is in the St. Bernard industrial area, and they serve dog owners in the greater Cincinnati region.
Classes are held on weekday evenings and weekend days, with durations of 6 to 8 weeks and prices ranging from $129 to $149. They offer progressive training from Puppy Pre-School through Advanced Obedience/Rally and Agility levels, with opportunities to earn Canine Good Citizen certification. Their instructors have earned multiple titles in AKC, UKC, CPE, C-WAGS, and APDT competitions, reflecting their expertise in performance and obedience sports.
Accomplishments
Alice Sills has earned titles in AKC Obedience, Rally, and Agility; UKC Obedience and Rally; CPE Agility; C-WAGS Obedience and Rally; and APDT Rally competitions. Alice and Larry have over 40 years of combined dog training and rescue experience, and have taught for over 20 years in Maryland and Ohio.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to call 513-641-5700 to leave a message, or email [email protected] to inquire about class availability and enrollment. Classes have scheduled start dates and require registration in advance.
41+ Years Experience
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Evening
- Afternoon
- Morning
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- APDT
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
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