Augusta Dog Training & Doggy Daycare – Edina

Group training classes are one hour per week for six weeks, held at the Long Lake facility. Programs include Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience, Intermediate Obedience, Agility, Rally, Scent Work, and Therapy Dog classes. Class sizes are limited to ensure individual attention. Private in-home training is tailored to the dog’s needs. Board & Train is an intensive residential program. Play & Train™ combines daycare with structured training sessions. All programs use positive reinforcement and involve the owner in the learning process.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are $139.74 for a six-week session. In-home training, board and train, daycare, and grooming services have customized pricing based on package and duration. Daycare and boarding packages are available with specific rates listed on their website. No public pricing for private training; contact for details.

Policies

Enrollment for group classes closes on the Wednesday prior to the start of the session. Daycare and boarding require reservations. Saturday and Sunday daycare is by appointment only. Policies for daycare screening, overnight care, and grooming are available on their website.

Augusta Dog Training & Doggy Daycare, established in 1997 by Kathryn Newman, offers professional in-home dog training, group classes, board and train programs, and Play & Train™ sessions in the Twin Cities. They specialize in positive reinforcement techniques to build trust and create lasting behavioral changes. In addition to training, they provide doggy daycare, overnight boarding in private suites across three locations (Long Lake, Edina, Burnsville), and professional pet grooming. Kathryn is a regularly featured expert on KARE-11 TV, offering trusted advice to local dog owners. Their facility in Long Lake features a 3,000-square-foot training space with matted floors and state-of-the-art equipment. They welcome family participation and focus on making training fun and effective for all dogs and owners.

They offer structured six-week group classes for puppies, basic obedience, agility, rally, scent work, and therapy dog preparation. Private in-home lessons are available for personalized attention, and their Board & Train program provides intensive residential training. Their team includes experienced trainers like Jillian Nordquist, Judy Super, Catherine, Karen, and Sam, who are praised in client reviews for their expertise and results.

Augusta also provides resources like a blog, training calendar, and online enrollment, making it easy for dog owners to find and sign up for services that fit their needs and schedule.

Accomplishments

Kathryn Newman has been a regular featured guest on KARE-11 TV providing dog training advice to Twin Cities dog owners since 1997. Augusta Dog Training pioneered in-home dog training in the Twin Cities and has operated for over 28 years with four locations.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins by reviewing available programs on the website, selecting a service (in-home, group class, board & train, or daycare), and enrolling online via their DogBizPro portal. For group classes, enrollment must be completed by the Wednesday before the session starts. Private services require contacting the business directly to schedule an initial evaluation.