Canine, Mind and Body

Training programs include Board & Train options (Puppy Pre-School, Advanced Skills, Behavior Modification, Custom Board & Train), Private Lessons (1-hour, 1-on-1 sessions in public or chosen locations), Group Lessons (focused on communication, obedience, and real-world proofing), and a specialized 8-lesson Therapy Dog Development program. All programs begin with a personalized evaluation to determine the best starting point. Training emphasizes owner education and building reliable behavior in distracting environments.

Pricing Summary

The evaluation fee is $150, with an additional $50 per additional dog. Private lessons are one-on-one, one-hour sessions. Board and train packages are available for intensive behavior modification. They offer a satisfaction guarantee: the first lesson is free if the client is not 100% satisfied.

Policies

All pets must be current on rabies vaccinations and wait 48 hours after vaccination before services. Puppies 8 weeks to 4 months may receive services without vaccinations (with state-specific exceptions). Proof of vaccination is required. A satisfaction guarantee applies to the first lesson—if not amazed, it’s free. No other cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated.

Canine, Mind and Body is a dog training business founded by Dogman Doug, an International Canine Behaviorist and Cynologist who specializes in behavior-based training for dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes. He focuses on resolving challenging behavioral issues such as aggression, reactivity, disobedience, separation anxiety, and biting, while also emphasizing the dog’s state of mind, nutrition, development, structure, and socialization. The business offers personalized training programs tailored to each dog’s needs through a thorough evaluation process, and empowers owners with lifelong skills to maintain progress at home. In addition to training, they provide professional dog grooming services. Training is conducted in public parks, mutual locations, or within driving distance of the client’s home—avoiding in-home sessions to build reliability in distracting environments. They also offer a Therapy Dog Development program to prepare dogs and owners for certification.

Dogman Doug works with a diverse clientele including celebrities, athletes, and politicians, and is known for taking on the most difficult behavioral cases. The business guarantees satisfaction: if clients are not completely amazed after the first lesson, it’s free. They serve the Greater Atlanta area and surrounding regions.

Their approach prioritizes the human-dog relationship, teaching owners how to communicate effectively so dogs naturally follow guidance, and they offer private lessons, group classes, and board-and-train programs.

They require all dogs to be current on rabies vaccinations, with additional requirements for puppies and specific state regulations. Puppies under 4 months can still receive services.

The business has received glowing testimonials from clients praising Doug’s communication, expertise, and ability to work with families and children.

They also offer a lifetime commitment to quality care, reliability, and satisfaction, treating every pet as if they were their own.

Accomplishments

Dogman Doug is an International Canine Behaviorist and Cynologist with a reputation for handling the most difficult behavioral cases. He has trained clients including celebrities, athletes, and politicians. Many clients successfully pass therapy dog certification after completing the program.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must first schedule an Evaluation, which costs $150 (plus $50 per additional dog). The evaluation discusses training goals, prior experience, program preferences, and determines the best starting program. It may include exposure to other dogs to assess reactivity. This step is required before enrolling in any training package.