AMPODOG Professional Dog Training

Training begins with an evaluation to tailor a personalized plan. Options include private in-home sessions, day training (9-hour daily sessions at the facility), and intensive 3-week board and train programs with behavior-specific focus. Continued socialization classes are offered weekly for graduates. Training progresses from foundational obedience and communication to advanced off-leash control and behavior modification. Clients receive ongoing support and are encouraged to maintain skills through exclusive group sessions and direct trainer access.

Pricing Summary

Pricing starts at $155.00 for up to 1.5 hours of one-on-one training. Private lessons are available individually or in discounted packages. Board and train programs vary by focus and duration. All pricing details require creating a client profile and uploading current immunizations and signing a liability waiver. Phone consultation available for pricing inquiries.

Policies

Boarding slots are limited and require advance booking to guarantee dates. All dogs must have current immunizations uploaded and a signed liability waiver before services begin. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated, but clients are encouraged to contact directly for scheduling adjustments.

AMPODOG Professional Dog Training is a family-owned dog training business based in Scranton, PA, led by trainer Kirsti, who educates dog owners and their dogs to communicate effectively through positive reinforcement and behavior psychology. They specialize in off-leash obedience, behavior modification, and building strong owner-dog bonds through play and structured training. Services include private in-home lessons, day training at their facility, board and train programs (including 3-week intensive options), and exclusive continued socialization classes for current and graduated clients. They also offer exclusive boarding exclusively for trained dogs, with training continued during the stay. Their approach includes introducing corrections only after the dog fully understands commands, ensuring clarity and consistency. They emphasize lifelong learning and support, positioning themselves as partners in the dog’s development journey.

AMPODOG helps dogs of all sizes and ages—from puppies to seniors—achieve better manners, impulse control, leash walking, recall, and socialization. They focus on real-world outcomes like safe off-leash freedom, calm greetings, and reduced reactivity, with many clients reporting dramatic improvements in leash reactivity, pulling, and anxiety. Daily updates, photos, and video chats are provided during board and train programs, and trainers go above and beyond by monitoring health and coordinating vet care when needed.

Their exclusive socialization groups limit classes to four families for personalized attention, and they foster a supportive community of dog owners. All services are tailored to individual needs, with packages designed to fit specific goals like obedience, confidence, or behavior correction.

Accomplishments

Kirsti is the CEO and lead trainer with decades of proven training techniques. She has successfully transformed highly reactive and challenging dogs into well-behaved companions, with numerous client testimonials highlighting dramatic behavioral improvements and long-term success. She is recognized for her compassionate, hands-on approach and for providing daily updates and vet care coordination during boarding.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must create a profile on their website to access pricing and begin the process. This requires uploading current immunization records and signing a liability waiver. A phone call to 570-221-5225 is also recommended to discuss needs and schedule an initial evaluation.