Amanda Gagnon Dog Training

Puppy Kindergarten (10 weeks–4.5 months) covers house training, nipping, socialization, and core cues. Puppy Level 2 is for graduates seeking advanced skills. Group classes for older dogs focus on manners and behavior. Day School provides daily training and socialization. Private training is tailored to individual needs, including reactivity, fearfulness, and resource guarding. All programs include trainer-led sessions with email follow-ups and worksheets. Free virtual Q&A sessions occur weekly for ongoing support.

Pricing Summary

Group classes and day school are offered with flexible drop-in options and discounted packages. Private training is available at premium rates with follow-up support. Puppy Kindergarten and Level 2 classes have set pricing per session, with multiple location options. Free weekly Q&A sessions are available. Pricing details are accessible via booking links but not listed publicly.

Policies

Group classes offer flexible drop-in options with no penalty for missing sessions. Private training requires 24-hour notice for cancellations. No explicit refund policy is stated, but adjustments are made on a case-by-case basis. Sessions are non-transferable.

Amanda Gagnon Dog Training is a dog training business based in Manhattan that offers group classes, private training, day school, puppy socials, and certified trainer dog walks. They focus on building healthy, joyful relationships between dogs and their owners using scientifically backed, positive methods. Their approach emphasizes understanding dog behavior, reducing stress, and fostering connection rather than fixing “broken” dogs or people. They provide specialized programs for puppies (10 weeks to 4.5 months) and older dogs, with classes held at multiple West Side locations including West 85th, 72nd, 54th, and 97th Streets. They also offer free weekly virtual Q&A sessions, veterinary behavior consultations, and support for reactive, fearful, or resource-guarding dogs. Their team includes certified trainers who provide personalized follow-up via email and worksheets. They are highly recommended by veterinarians and known for their compassionate, non-judgmental style.

In addition to training, they offer Puppy Day School and Day School for older dogs, Certified Trainer Dog Walks, and Hand Us The Leash services for busy owners. They also support dog professionals through apprenticeships, shelter training, and resources for veterinarians. Their community-focused model includes free puppy socials and an online community for dog owners to connect and ask questions.

The business has been operating since 2009 and is led by Amanda Gagnon, a nationally recognized mentor and speaker in the dog training field.

Accomplishments

Amanda Gagnon is a nationally and internationally sought-after speaker and mentor in dog training. Her apprentices have gone on to lead training businesses, work in shelters, and serve in veterinary behavior roles. The business has been vet-recommended since 2009 and is recognized for excellence in puppy socialization and behavior modification in urban environments.

How to Get Started!

Begin by attending a free weekly virtual Q&A session or booking a private consultation. For puppies, enroll in Puppy Kindergarten or schedule a private session. For older dogs, choose between group classes or private training. All services can be booked online through their Pike13 platform.