Bucks Dog Training of Central NJ

Programs include private in-home lessons (4–10 sessions), board-and-train options (1–3 weeks), and structured socialization sessions. Training focuses on obedience commands (come, sit, down, heel, leave it, etc.), off-leash work, behavior modification, and certification prep (CGC, therapy, service). All programs are customized, with home-based training to address real-life environments and behavioral issues. Board-and-train dogs live with trainers and return with owner instruction for maintenance.

Pricing Summary

Prices range from $250 for the AKC Star Puppy Package to $8,000 for Service Dog Training. Private lessons start at $350 for puppy packages and go up to $1,900 for transformational packages. Board-and-train programs range from $2,500 (1 week) to $4,000 (2 weeks), with aggression modification at $6,000 for a 3-week intensive. Additional weeks cost $2,000 each. Therapy and CGC certification packages are priced between $850–$1,900.

Buck’s Dog Training of Central NJ is a dog training business led by Lauraine Wright and AJ, offering personalized, balanced training solutions for dogs and their owners. They specialize in private, in-home training sessions and board-and-train programs that combine positive reinforcement with mild corrections to build long-lasting obedience. Services include puppy training, basic and advanced obedience, therapy dog certification, service dog training, aggression modification, and socialization programs. Their balanced approach respects the dog’s natural behavior while teaching adaptation to human expectations, ensuring lasting results. They also offer a retail shop for dog supplies and provide structured socialization sessions to help anxious dogs gain confidence.

Lauraine, a graduate of the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy, brings years of experience from rescue, fostering, and kennel work. AJ has over five years of training experience, including work at Hanlon’s K9 and a background in ocean rescue and wildlife photography. Together, they tailor programs to each dog’s needs, whether for family companionship, service work, or behavior correction.

They serve multiple counties in Central New Jersey and offer free consultations to help dog owners choose the right program.

Accomplishments

Lauraine Wright is a graduate of the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy with experience in rescue, fostering, and kennel work. AJ began training in 2019 at Hanlon’s K9 and has 10 years of experience in ocean rescue and wildlife photography. Both trainers emphasize individualized, results-driven methods.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation to assess the dog’s needs and recommend a tailored program. After the consultation, clients can book sessions or board-and-train packages directly through the website.