Amanda Gagnon Dog Training

Puppy Kindergarten (10 weeks–4.5 months) covers house training, nipping, socialization, and core cues with weekly group classes. Puppy Level 2 is for graduates seeking continued skill-building. Adult dog group classes focus on manners, leash walking, and behavior modification. Private training is tailored to individual needs. Day school offers full-day training and socialization. All programs include access to free online community and weekly Q&As.

Pricing Summary

Pricing varies by program: puppy classes and group sessions are offered with flexible drop-in options and discounted packages; private training and day school are available at premium rates; free Q&A sessions are offered weekly. Packages are available for multiple sessions, with discounts for bundled services.

Policies

Classes often sell out; bookings are required in advance. Flexible drop-in options available for fall/holiday classes. Cancellation and rescheduling policies are not explicitly stated on the website.

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 grounded, positive methods. Their approach emphasizes understanding dog behavior, reducing stress, and supporting owners through challenges like potty training, nipping, and socialization. They provide specialized programs for puppies (10 weeks to 4.5 months) and older dogs, with classes held at multiple West Side locations. They also offer veterinary behavior consultations, hand-us-the-leash services for busy owners, and free weekly virtual Q&As. Their team is highly credentialed and vet-recommended, with a mission centered on honoring the dog-human bond.

They serve puppy owners with structured kindergarten and level 2 classes, socialization opportunities, and day school options to give pups structured play and training while owners take a break. For adult dog owners, they offer group and private training for basic manners, leash walking, reactivity, and separation anxiety. Their services are designed to be supportive, community-oriented, and accessible, with flexible drop-in options and an active online community.

In addition to training, they provide certified trainer dog walks, veterinary behavior consultations, and resources for dog professionals, including apprenticeships and shelter training programs.

Accomplishments

Amanda Gagnon is a nationally recognized speaker and mentor in dog training, with apprentices who have gone on to lead shelter programs, veterinary behavior roles, and successful training businesses. The business has been operating since 2009 and is vet-recommended and widely cited in the dog training community.

How to Get Started!

Begin by attending a free weekly virtual Q&A or booking a group class or private session. New puppy owners are encouraged to enroll in Puppy Kindergarten. A free consultation is available to help determine the best program.