Canine Academy Columbus

5.0 Stars,397 Reviews

332 Mt Zion Rd NW, Lancaster, OH 43130

Service area: Serves Central Ohio, including Columbus and Lancaster, within a 20-minute drive from downtown Columbus and the Hocking Hills region.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Behavior Modification
Service Dog

Specialty Focus Areas

Basic Obedience
Puppy Training
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Jumping on People
Barking Excessively
Separation Anxiety
Biting / Nipping
Potty Training
Resource Guarding
Fearfulness
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Lessons
Group Classes
Private Facility
Board and Train

Program Formats

Intensive Program
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)
Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment:

✓ E-Collars

Canine Academy offers three main program formats: Board & Train (intensive residential training lasting 8–90 days), Group Learning (small group classes for owners and dogs), and One-on-One Training (private coaching). All programs begin with a behavioral assessment to tailor the approach. Board & Train includes daily 1:1 training, while group and private lessons involve owner participation. Training focuses on basic obedience (sit, down, stay, recall, loose-leash walking), distraction proofing, and behavior modification. Graduates receive 90 days of follow-up support and free weekly group classes for life. Programs are designed to achieve off-leash control and consistent behavior in high-distraction environments.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing is structured around customized packages based on training goals and involvement level. Programs include Basic Obedience Board & Train, Puppy Fundamentals, and specialized behavior programs. All programs include post-graduation support and free lifetime group classes. Exact pricing is not listed publicly and requires direct consultation.

Policies

Programs include a 90-day post-graduation support period with trainer follow-ups. Free lifetime access to weekly group classes is provided to graduates. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated, but clients are encouraged to communicate directly with staff for adjustments.

Testimonials

They’re the best of the best! We had them trained and boarded here and they give exceptional care and training. We were gone on a 2 week trip and everyday we were not only sent updates, but photos as well, which made the separation a little easier to cope with! Super accommodating and just all around, you can tell they love what they do and genuinely care about doggos. My girl Golden won’t tolerate anyone else… even for daycare. They’re always so excited to come here and always smiling. One of their happy places! Which speaks volumes, especially since my male Golden Retriever has a bit of anxiety. He’s come such a long way though after his training… they really worked on confidence with him and now he’s our big protector!
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We took our 2-year-old vizsla, Bru, to Canine Academy for a 10-day behavior management board & train course with our trainer, Alex. Our dog has a lot of anxiety and resource guarding issues, and this was our last shot and trying to manage this. Alex did an amazing job with Bru and he is a different dog since coming home. Ecollar training has helped Bru to be confident, consistently follow commands and has allowed us to give him so much more freedom. We can trust him off leash in our yard and on hikes through our woods and only rarely have to stim him with the collar if he doesn’t listen. The ecollar training has given us a way to safely call of Bru on the rare occasion that he does resource guarding anymore, and he will stay in a place command indefinitely even in public. Our only regret is that we didn’t send him to board & train sooner. Thank you so much everything, Alex and Canine Academy!
We have also boarded Bru overnight since his training and their care team is incredible, detail-oriented, and we love the updates! They truly care for our pup, and his room there is very spacious and clean.
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I cannot recommend Canine academy enough!! We have an 8 month old golden doodle named Kobe who needed some serious help when it came to leash manners and basic obedience. When I say our dog was a puller on leash, I mean he was a PULLER. We had tried everything with him and I thought for sure he would never walk well on leash. We called up canine academy and got Kobe enrolled into their board and train program with our trainer Kayla.
Kayla is AMAZING!!!! She has so much patience and knowledge on dogs it’s truly incredible. Kayla worked with Kobe for 8 days and worked her magic.
Kobe has been home with us for about a week now and his transformation is incredible. We work with him everyday and walk him twice a day to keep up with his training! You MUST continue this training program at home with your fur baby if you want your pup to be the best they can be! Our biggest worry was getting Kobe to walk well on leash and now I can say I have a dog that doesn’t make walk time stressful! During our walks I have had people who have asked how we got Kobe to behave so well on leash! I never thought we would ever get asked that question and it makes me so happy.
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About the Trainer

Canine Academy Columbus is a premier dog training facility located in Lancaster, Ohio, serving the Columbus area and beyond. They specialize in professional dog obedience training using their proprietary Positive E Collar Training methodology, which emphasizes communication over punishment to achieve off-leash control and long-lasting behavioral results. Their programs include board and train, group classes, one-on-one training, puppy foundations, and specialized behavior modification for reactivity, separation anxiety, and resource guarding. They also offer pet boarding, with a scenic farm campus that provides spacious, clean accommodations and daily updates for pet owners. Their trainers have over 30 years of combined experience and have trained over 1,000 dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments. Every program includes post-graduation support, free lifetime group classes, and personalized follow-ups to ensure success at home.

Canine Academy focuses on building confidence and trust between dog and owner, using low-level e-collar stimuli as a communication tool—not a correction. They do not use fear, pain, or dominance. Their approach is tailored to each dog’s individual needs, with behavioral assessments guiding customized training plans. Clients report dramatic improvements in obedience, leash manners, recall, and anxiety-related behaviors, with many dogs achieving off-leash freedom and distraction-proof responses.

In addition to training, they provide boarding services with daily photo and video updates, and their care team is noted for exceptional attention to detail and genuine affection for the dogs in their care. The facility is designed as a retreat-like environment, offering both training and rest in a natural, safe setting.

They were featured by Bloomberg in 2023 as the “World’s Greatest Dog Trainer – Best Canine Companions,” reinforcing their reputation for excellence.

Their programs are designed for owners who want either hands-on involvement (group or private lessons) or a hands-off approach (board and train), with all options including ongoing support to maintain results.

Accomplishments

Featured by Bloomberg in 2023 as the “World’s Greatest Dog Trainer – Best Canine Companions.” Trainers have over 30 years of combined experience and have trained over 1,000 dogs. Their Positive E Collar methodology has been refined over three decades and is recognized for producing reliable, long-term results.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by contacting Canine Academy via phone or text to discuss their dog’s needs. A consultation is offered to assess behavioral challenges and recommend the best program. A behavioral assessment is conducted to customize the training plan before enrollment.

Contact

31+ Years Experience
Free Consultation

Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Hours

1-7pm

Languages

English

Other Services Offered

Pet boarding service
Kennel

Location