Canine Connection USA

Training programs include Basic Training (Puppy Basics, Obedience, Socialization), Specialized Training (Canine Good Citizen, Community Canine, Urban Canine, Tricks & Rally, Agility), and Advanced Training (Behavior Modification, Service Dog Training, Board & Train). Classes are small to ensure individual attention. Owners are educated on how to work with their dog’s unique needs. Board & Train offers intensive, immersive training at the facility.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact the business directly for information on training rates, packages, and policies.

Policies

No cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website.

Canine Connection USA is a dog training business based in Naples, Florida, offering personalized training services to help owners build a strong, positive bond with their dogs. Founded in 2007, the business provides group classes, private lessons, and board & train programs for dogs of all ages, breeds, and types. Training focuses on positive reinforcement, education for owners, and individualized attention in small classes. In addition to training, Canine Connection offers pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, grooming, retail pet products, and rescue support—all managed by certified trainer Ann Harcsa. The business is licensed, insured, and bonded, and Ann is actively involved in dog rescue, donating time, supplies, and services to local organizations. Clients benefit from a holistic approach that combines training with health, wellness, and community support.

Ann Harcsa is a certified professional dog trainer through Animal Behavior College, with Level 2 certification, and is also certified as a pet groomer, pet masseuse, and pet CPR/First Aid provider. She is an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and a mentor for Animal Behavior College students. Her training philosophy emphasizes understanding canine behavior, learning theory, and behavior modification to address specific issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and obedience.

The business supports local rescues including Guardians of Florida Animal Rescue, Big Cypress German Shepherd Rescue, and Southwest Florida German Shepherd Rescue, and sells high-quality pet food, treats, supplements, training gear, and grooming supplies to help owners care for their dogs holistically.

Accomplishments

Ann Harcsa is a certified dog trainer (ABC-DT and ABCDT-L2) through Animal Behavior College, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, a certified pet groomer, pet masseuse, and pet CPR/First Aid provider. She is a mentor for Animal Behavior College students and a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). She has been involved in dog rescue since 2008.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact the business via phone or email to schedule an initial consultation and discuss training goals. An initial consultation is implied as part of the process, especially for pet sitting and daycare services, but not explicitly confirmed for training.