All Together Better
Service area: Serves the Greater Pittsburgh, PA area, including neighborhoods within the city and surrounding communities.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
Training follows a four-stage process: Discovery (identifying values and dog behavior), Exploration (building communication routines), Foundation (establishing leadership and skills), and Intentional Growth (pursuing advanced goals like CGC or therapy work). Programs include one-on-one in-person or virtual sessions, with optional monthly memberships for ongoing support. Grooming and play sessions are integrated as part of holistic care.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Private in-person training: $150 per 45-minute session. Virtual coaching: $75 per 30-minute session.
Private play: $35 for 30 minutes. Puppy social: $20 for 45 minutes.
Membership plans range from $15/month (Community) to $300/month (Apprentice), offering varying levels of access to training, coaching, and services.
Testimonials
“This is a great option to get your pet out of the house for some one-on-one attention! Andy did a great job helping my first grader understand how to be part of our dog’s training. Our dog loved the new location, and I came away with clarity about what to work on next with her, and how. We’ll definitely be coming back!”
-Andrea
“Our experience has been nothing less than 5 Stars. Our Great Dane rescue, Lady, had a load of issues; separation anxiety, crate problems, pulling when walking and she didn’t have a lot of training experience. Within a week, Andrew was able to address and fix many of Lady’s problems! Lady loves her daily walks and Andrew’s training has been extremely helpful to us first time dog owners. Will recommend!”
-Sean
“I love them and I’m about the pickiest person on the planet with our dog, and I absolutely love and trust these guys. They are so trustworthy and know your ‘dog’s language’. 5+ stars!!”
-Liz
About the Trainer
All Together Better is a dog training business based in Pittsburgh, PA, led by Andrew, a Certified Fear Free Animal Trainer with over 15 years of experience in pet care and training. They offer force-free, positive reinforcement training designed to improve dog behavior through one-on-one sessions, virtual coaching, and play-based learning in a safe, communal facility.
Their unique approach emphasizes the human-canine relationship, teaching owners to understand their dog’s body language and communicate effectively using capturing, luring, and shaping techniques. They also provide fear-free dog grooming services through certified groomer Courtney, as well as private play sessions and puppy socialization.
Their membership programs offer ongoing support, exclusive content, and community events to help owners maintain progress. The business is rooted in ethical training, self-discovery, and community growth for both pets and their humans.
They serve dog owners across the Greater Pittsburgh area, with services available both in-person at their facility and virtually. Their training process is structured into four stages—Discovery, Exploration, Foundation, and Intentional Growth—to guide owners through building lasting behavioral change and deeper bonds with their dogs.
Accomplishments
Andrew is a Certified Fear Free Animal Trainer with over 15 years of experience in the pet care industry. He graduated from a certified animal behavior program and founded Steel City Pack Leader in 2018.
He has developed employee training programs, authored handbooks, and expanded franchise locations. Courtney, the groomer, is a Certified Fear Free Groomer and actively attends professional seminars and conventions.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free virtual consultation to outline behavioral goals and determine the best training path. After the consultation, clients can book private sessions, virtual coaching, or join a membership plan based on their needs.
16+ Years Experience
Free Consultation
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
10am-8pm
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet groomer
- Dog walker
- Dog day care center
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