Black Belt Canine Academy
Service area: Serves Tucson, Catalina Foothills, Marana, Oro Valley, Tanque Verde, Sahuarita, and all of Southern Arizona.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- Service Dog
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
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
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training begins with an in-home intake session to assess needs and set goals. Programs include structured sessions focused on specific skills like sit, stay, heel, come, door etiquette, and street crossing. Obedience training includes 10 field sessions with review as needed. Behavior modification and aggression programs include follow-up calls and customized session plans. The “One’n’Done” session is a single 1–2 hour visit with 1–2 skills taught and notes provided. All programs emphasize consistency and lifetime support.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
One’n’Done Session: $349; Puppy Training: $749 (5 sessions); Behavior Modification: $549; Obedience Training: $1,750 (10 sessions); Aggression: $499–$2,000 (custom); Working Dogs: $500–$5,000; Hourly: $200; Group Classes and Custom Packages available by request.
Testimonials
Our dog Cali developed severe aggression/reactivity toward other dogs living in the city. It became impossible to walk her around the streets as she would not be able to handle seeing even a tiny dog far away. With training, she has been able to tolerate walks and even get to know and be comfortable with a few other dogs. Andrew is calm and confident and gives great advice. Dogs seem to enjoy time with him and also respect him. Highly recommend!
– Customer
Finally a dog trainer that listens. After meeting Andrew for the initial session we signed up for his obedience training package. He listened to concerns about our rescue dog’s anxiety and explained how she needs confidence in us as her leaders. We started training in that same session and are already seeing some changes. I can’t wait for the next steps. As an added bonus he sends you notes from the sessions so you can continue to work with your dog between sessions.
– Customer
Andrew helped me train my severely reactive dog. Among plenty of other things, I learned how to keep her attention when she is on her leash, even when other dogs are in sight. It has improved my quality of life and my dog’s. She gets more and longer walks and is much happier.
– Customer
About the Trainer
Black Belt Canine Academy is a professional dog training business serving families in Tucson and Southern Arizona. They specialize in in-home, personalized dog training that builds strong relationships between dogs and their owners through clear, humane methods. Their approach focuses on respect, consistency, and lasting behavior change rather than quick fixes. They offer training for puppies, adult dogs, and dogs with complex issues like reactivity, aggression, and separation anxiety. Their signature “One’n’Done” session provides an immediate assessment and skill tutorial, while their comprehensive packages include multiple sessions with follow-up support. They also certify dogs for the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen program and train working dogs for therapy, service, and tracking roles.
Trainers use positive reinforcement techniques with clear communication and provide clients with session notes to reinforce learning at home. They emphasize building confidence in dogs and leadership in owners, helping families enjoy walks, social interactions, and quiet time together without behavioral stress.
Accomplishments
Over 20 years of experience in animal training; certified evaluator for the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen program; former Hollywood dog trainer.
How to Get Started!
Begin with a One’n’Done Session ($349) or schedule a consultation to assess needs. Clients receive an in-home evaluation, goal-setting discussion, and 1–2 immediate training tutorials. Follow-up calls and session notes are provided to support continued progress.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-7pm
Tuesday: 9am-7pm
Wednesday: 9am-7pm
Thursday: 9am-7pm
Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 9am-7pm
Sunday: 9am-7pm
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
4980 N Camino Esplendora, Tucson, AZ 85718Listing Tools for Trainers
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