Canine Connections

Group classes include a 4-week Puppy Start Right program for puppies 7–12 weeks old, focusing on socialization and confidence-building, and a 6-week Basic Obedience course for dogs 5 months and older, teaching sit, down, stay, come, loose-leash walking, and impulse control. Private lessons are customized one-on-one sessions tailored to individual goals such as leash walking, recall, or behavior modification, using clicker training and positive reinforcement.

Pricing Summary

Puppy Start Right Class: $150 for a 4-week course; Basic Obedience: $250 for a 6-week course; Private Lessons: pricing available upon request.

Policies

Spots in group classes are limited and require contact for availability. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Canine Connections is a professional dog training business in Brockport, NY, offering positive reinforcement training methods for dogs of all ages. Led by certified trainer Caitlin Boyle, the business specializes in clicker training and food-based reinforcement to build strong, compassionate relationships between dogs and their owners. Services include group classes for puppies and adult dogs, as well as personalized private lessons tailored to specific behavior challenges like leash walking, recall, and reactivity. All training is science-based, humane, and designed to be easily used by all family members. The trainer has extensive hands-on experience working with shelter animals, in veterinary clinics, and dog kennels, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of canine needs.

Caitlin holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation and is a KPA Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) from the Karen Pryor Academy, one of the most respected institutions in positive reinforcement training. Training is offered by appointment only at their facility located at 62 Market Street, Brockport, NY, with no in-home or video sessions available. The business focuses exclusively on training and does not offer grooming, boarding, walking, or other pet services.

Accomplishments

Caitlin Boyle holds a B.S. in Animal Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation from Canisius College and is a KPA Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) from the Karen Pryor Academy. She has years of hands-on experience working in veterinary clinics, dog kennels, and with shelter animals.

How to Get Started!

Interested clients must contact Canine Connections by phone or email to schedule an appointment for private lessons or to inquire about group class availability.