All Ears Training

Training begins with a consultation to assess the dog’s behavior and home environment. Clients then choose from in-home, online, or phone sessions tailored to specific goals like obedience, leash walking, or reactivity. Behavior Modification follows an initial Behavior Consult with ongoing 60-minute support sessions. K9 Nose Work and Canine Good Citizen prep are offered as specialized 60-minute sessions. All programs include handouts, training plans, and email support. Sessions are flexible and can be scheduled months in advance for seasonal residents.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is session-based with options for in-home (1-hour), online (45-minute), and phone (30-minute) sessions. Behavior Consults are 60 minutes and include a detailed plan and vet communication. Behavior Modification sessions are 60 minutes with follow-up support. K9 Nose Work sessions are 60 minutes with video review. No public pricing listed; clients book consultations to receive customized quotes.

Policies

No guarantees are offered due to the unpredictable nature of animal behavior and the importance of owner consistency. Training outcomes depend on the dog’s age, health, history, and the owner’s follow-through. Sessions can be booked months in advance for seasonal clients. Cancellation and rescheduling policies are not explicitly stated but are managed through direct communication with the team.

All Ears Training is a professional dog and cat training business based in Sarasota, Florida, offering positive reinforcement training for dogs of all ages, breeds, and behavioral needs. Led by Laska Parrow, a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) and Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), the team provides personalized in-home, online, and phone training sessions tailored to each family’s goals. They specialize in behavior modification for issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, leash pulling, biting, and aggression, and also offer K9 Nose Work and Canine Good Citizen preparation. Their approach is science-based, humane, and family-focused, with ongoing support and resources provided after each session. They also work with rescue pets and multi-dog households, ensuring training fits seamlessly into the home environment.

In addition to dog training, they offer cat behavior solutions for litter box issues, multi-cat introductions, and scratching problems. Their team includes James Coleman, co-owner with expertise in operations and marketing, and they are supported by trained demonstration dogs like Severus and Joy, who help in reactive dog classes and detection work. All services are designed to strengthen the bond between pets and owners through consistent, reward-based methods.

They carry multiple certifications including FDM, FFCP, and ANWI, and maintain active continuing education to ensure up-to-date, ethical training practices.

Accomplishments

Laska Parrow is the first trainer in America to successfully train a dog to detect Covid-19, earning national acclaim. She has over 20 years of experience in animal training, including seven years at a humane society and four years as a service dog program manager at South Eastern Guide Dogs. She holds five professional certifications and trains demonstration dogs in advanced skills like Nose Work, agility, and therapy work. Her team’s dogs, including Severus and Joy, are used in reactive dog training and AKC testing.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with booking a call or consultation to assess the dog’s needs. After the initial consultation, clients choose a training format (in-home, online, or phone) and receive a customized plan. Behavior cases require a Behavior Consult before proceeding to Behavior Modification sessions. All clients receive training handouts and follow-up support.