Bob’s Canine Academy
Service area: Serves the Tri-state area, with facility located in Harrington, DE.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Behavior Modification
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Separation Anxiety
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- In-Home
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- One-Time Consultation
Types of Dogs
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Working
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Other
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Programs include behavioral modification, basic and advanced obedience, home protection, and therapy dog training. Dogs may be boarded for up to two weeks with daily training. Home visits are available by appointment. Progress updates are provided every three days via phone, with photos shared during training.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Training costs $1550 for a two-week board-and-train program. No other pricing details such as packages or hourly rates are listed.
Policies
Client must drop off dog for up to two weeks with no mention of cancellation or rescheduling policies. Owners are asked to call every three days for updates. No refund or policy details are provided.
Testimonials
“Just go down the street level on Google maps and look at that guy’s property and then think about do you want your dog there?”
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“I dropped him off he was 62 Lbs… I picked him up at 56 Lbs… Where did all these welts come from and his hip bones are showing?”
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“I was asked to call about every 3 days to get his progress report… I did not receive a call.”
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About the Trainer
Bob’s Canine Academy is a dog training business led by Bob, a Certified Master Trainer with over 30 years of experience. They offer customized training programs for dogs of all ages and breeds, focusing on behavior modification, basic and advanced obedience, home protection, and therapy dog training. Services include in-home visits (by appointment), board-and-train programs lasting up to two weeks, and specialized training for personal and property security dogs. The business serves families and individuals seeking to improve their dog’s behavior and integration into daily life.
They emphasize personalized attention, with Bob providing direct consultation and training using a clipboard to outline expectations. Training is conducted at their facility and through home visits, with options for security and therapy dog certification. Clients are encouraged to call every three days for progress updates, and photos are provided during training.
The business also offers training for dogs with separation anxiety, reactivity, aggression, and other behavioral issues, and promotes the therapeutic benefits of dogs for individuals with PTSD.
Accomplishments
Bob is a Certified Master Trainer with over 30 years of experience. He claims to have trained all canines in Delaware and dogs for Air Force One.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients contact Bob directly to discuss needs. Bob provides a consultation using a clipboard to outline expectations and training plan. Home visits and board-and-train programs are scheduled by appointment.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
20484 S Dupont Hwy, Harrington, DE 19952Listing Tools for Trainers
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