Best Friends Dog Training Naples FL
Service area: Serves Naples, Marco Island, Ave Maria, Bonita Springs, Estero, and surrounding areas in Southwest Florida.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Potty Training
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
- One-Time Consultation
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
- ✓ Positive with Some Corrections
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
Offers in-home private training, a two-week Board and Train intensive program with follow-up private lessons, and unlimited weekly group classes through a Lifetime Membership. Training focuses on obedience commands (sit, stay, come, heel, leave-it) in real-world distractions. Puppy kindergarten and behavior modification programs are available. All programs include owner education to ensure long-term success.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
One price for the life of the dog includes lifetime access to group classes and follow-up support. No additional fees for ongoing training or refresher sessions. Board and Train and in-home programs have specific pricing available upon consultation.
Policies
Lifetime Membership ensures unlimited access to group classes and support. No additional charges for follow-up training. Vaccines including Bordetella required for Board and Train. Training begins at 4 months of age.
Testimonials
So happy I committed to classes with Scott! I have a 4 year old rescue who is a more reactive breed of dog. Dog parks are out of the question, and I’m always worried when introducing him to other dogs on walks… since starting class with Scott I’ve gained so much control and confidence with my dog having the ability to socialize and properly train in a controlled, safe environment. Everyone is there for the same purpose. Socializing and training their dogs and puppies! I highly recommend signing up sooner than later. Thanks again for all your help Scott!
– Client
Scott is simply amazing! After doing a puppy class with another business in town which did nothing, we ran into Scott’s group class and were blown away: 30 plus dogs together doing what they were instructed to do. Scott is patient, the dogs and their humans love him! I would highly recommend him-and we have referred many of our friends.
– Client
Scott did an awesome job teaching our puppy obedience. Not only did he work with the adults in the family but he also has taught the kids be the puppy’s handler. The awesome thing about Scott is he doesn’t just teach the basics & sell more classes. Once your dog masters the basics, you have free lifetime group lessons. They will learn what they need to pass Canine Good Citizen & if you run into problems, he’s there to help & not ask for more money! We would absolutely recommend Scott!!!
– Client
About the Trainer
Best Friends Dog Training of Southwest Florida is a professional dog training business serving Naples, Marco Island, Ave Maria, Bonita Springs, Estero, and surrounding areas. They offer personalized in-home training, board and train programs, and group classes designed to teach dogs obedience, housebreaking, and socialization skills. Their unique Lifetime Membership provides unlimited access to weekly group classes, annual picnics, and discounts on boarding for the life of the dog. Trainers use a variety of methods including clicker training, leash-based training, and remote collar training, with no use of yelling or physical punishment. They specialize in correcting behaviors like jumping, leash pulling, barking, and separation anxiety, and work with dogs of all ages starting at 4 months. Their team of trainers is available for ongoing support, and they emphasize owner education to ensure long-term success.
They also offer a popular two-week Board and Train program followed by private follow-up lessons to ensure owners can maintain their dog’s new behavior. Their training focuses on reliability in distracting environments and includes skills like recall, heel, stay, and leave-it without food bribes. The business is led by Frank Bonomo, who founded the company in 1999 and has trained many of the region’s professional dog trainers.
Additional services include puppy kindergarten, advanced obedience, pool and swimming safety training, and support for therapy, service, and working dogs.
Accomplishments
Founded in 1999 by Frank Bonomo; has trained thousands of dogs including therapy, service, police, and hunting dogs. Trained many of the professional trainers in the Southwest Florida area. Referrals from other trainers for difficult or unusual cases.
How to Get Started!
Call or email to schedule a free in-home evaluation. No obligation, and all questions are welcome before committing to any program.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
7am-9pm
Associations
- AKC
- APDT
- IAABC
- IACP
- PPG
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
10979 Lost Lake Dr Unit 123, Naples, FL 34105Listing Tools for Trainers
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