Beacon Dog

Training begins with a free phone consultation, followed by in-home sessions tailored to the dog’s needs and the owner’s goals. Sessions focus on behavior modification and owner education using positive reinforcement techniques. Most clients achieve results in 2–3 sessions. Puppy 101 is a structured 3-session program covering potty training, nipping, and breed-specific enrichment.

Pricing Summary

Flat-rate $125 per in-home session (excluding Puppy 101). Puppy 101 is a 3-session package for $300. No packages required—pay as you go. Travel fees may apply for locations over 15 miles from York.

Beacon Dog is a premier in-home dog training and behavior specialist serving York County, PA. Founded by Brennen and Anna, both experienced canine behavior professionals, the business focuses on helping dog owners build stronger relationships with their pets by addressing misunderstandings in canine psychology. Services include personalized in-home training sessions for issues like basic obedience, leash pulling, anxiety, aggression, reactivity, puppy training, and recall. Their approach combines classic and operant conditioning methods, with an emphasis on educating owners to understand their dog’s needs. They offer a flat-rate $125 per in-home session (excluding Puppy 101) and a 3-session Puppy 101 package for $300, with no pressure to buy training packages. Training occurs in the client’s home and neighborhood to ensure real-world application and owner involvement.

Brennen is certified in Canine Training and Behavior and has worked extensively with rescues and shelters. Anna brings compassion and patience from years of volunteering with the York County SPCA and has hands-on experience with her own dogs and children. Beacon Dog is a proud partner of the York County SPCA, reflecting their commitment to animal welfare.

Clients often see progress after the first session, with most goals reached in 2–3 sessions. They serve York and surrounding areas, with potential travel fees for locations over 15 miles from York.

Accomplishments

Brennen is certified in Canine Training and Behavior and has worked with multiple rescues and shelters. Anna has several years of volunteer experience with the York County SPCA. Both are deeply involved in animal welfare and foster dogs.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free phone consultation to discuss goals, followed by scheduling an in-home session to assess the dog’s environment and begin training.