Canine Sports Unlimited

4.8 Stars,124 Reviews
351 Oriskany Blvd, Whitesboro, NY 13492

Service area: Located in Whitesboro, NY, serving the surrounding areas including Utica, Rome, and Oneida County within a 20-mile radius.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Working Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Recall
  • Resource Guarding
  • Fearfulness

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Day Training

Program Formats

  • Ongoing Weekly
  • Sessions Package
  • One-Time Consultation

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Working
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Terriers

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)
  • Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars
  • Obstacle Courses

Canine Sports Unlimited offers 6 levels of group obedience classes starting at 10 weeks of age. Training programs include structured progression in agility, rally, scent work, protection, conformation, weight pull, and canine fitness. Private lessons are available in-home or at the facility for basic obedience or behavior modification. Daycare includes supervised play and training during business hours. All dogs must pass a behavior evaluation before joining daycare or certain group classes. Training is sport-focused with opportunities to earn titles through WDA, AKC, and other organizations.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact the business directly for class rates, private lesson fees, and daycare pricing. Group classes are offered in levels with progression, and daycare is available after a behavior evaluation.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website. Dogs must pass a behavior evaluation before enrollment in daycare or certain classes. All services require direct contact for scheduling and enrollment.

Testimonials

“I cannot recommend ‘Canine Sports Unlimited’ enough! I started taking my pit bull, Ruby, here for training when she was 6 months old. She started in ‘intermediate’ obedience training with Laura, and then worked her way up to ‘advanced’ obedience. Laura’s training style was a bit abrasive to some, but I think she was great with all the dogs. My dog is extremely well behaved because of her! When Ruby was a year old I brought her to CSU’s doggy daycare. It’s been a great way for her to socialize and release her energy. The prices are more than reasonable and I felt very comfortable knowing the CSU staff was watching over my baby. Everyone is professional, the facility is clean and you can tell they really take pride in caring for all dogs- big and small! If you are thinking about bringing your dog here, don’t hesitate!”
– Client

“I just finished the beginner class & cannot wait to continue. Everyone here is so friendly & wants you to succeed! If you put in the practice, it is so worth it. Even just finishing the first class, my 7mo lab can walk nicely on a leash by my side, sit, down, and is thriving with the structure provided through simple obedience! We can’t wait to see what the future holds. Huge thank you to Laura! Luna has also attended the day-care offered & I cannot say enough good things! She leaves perfectly tired, but not over stimulated. 100% recommend. Thank you!!”
– Client

“The instructor is amazing. Not only does he work with the animals but he teaches you how to handle them as well. He is attentive to the dogs behavior and body language as well as the people who are handling them giving pointers and corrections as needed. I highly recommend them!!!”
– Client

About the Trainer

Canine Sports Unlimited is a comprehensive dog training business offering a wide range of services for dogs of all breeds, ages, and energy levels. They provide group and private training in agility, scent work, obedience, rally, protection sports, conformation, weight pull, canine fitness, and Happy Ratters — a rat-hunting simulation sport. Their facility includes treadmills, a slat mill, and Fit Paws equipment for fitness training, and they offer a supervised daycare program where dogs receive obedience training during the day. Trainers are experienced in behavior modification for aggression, reactivity, anxiety, and other issues. The business emphasizes competitive and functional training, with staff actively competing in W.D.A. and French Ring trials. They welcome all breeds, including pit bulls, German shepherds, and working dogs, and focus on building strong handler-dog partnerships through structured, sport-based training.

Their daycare program requires a behavior evaluation before enrollment, ensuring safety and compatibility. Training is available for puppies as young as 10 weeks and extends to senior dogs. The team combines competitive expertise with practical behavior solutions, making them suitable for both casual pet owners and serious competitors.

Trainers hold multiple certifications and judging credentials through AKC, ADBA, and WDA, and have decades of combined experience in diverse dog sports and behavior work.

Accomplishments

Laura Yaghy is a CPDT-KA certified trainer, AKC CGC Evaluator, ADBA Top Dog Event Judge, and Vice President of the ADBA Empire State Working Dog Club with over 18 years of experience. Nathalie Lussier is an AKC judge for conformation, agility, obedience, and nose work, a Certified Canine Fitness Trainer, and has earned international titles in multiple sports with over 30 years of experience. John Rose’s credentials are not fully detailed but he is listed as a lead trainer. The business sponsors WDA trials and actively competes in protection and obedience sports.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact the business to schedule a behavior evaluation for daycare or to discuss training options. Group classes require registration via their website form. Private lessons and specialized programs are arranged by direct consultation with trainers.

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  • 19+ Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 7am-9pm
Tuesday: 7am-9pm
Wednesday: 7am-9pm
Thursday: 7-9pm
Friday: 7am-9pm
Saturday: 9am-6pm
Sunday: 10am-2pm

Certifications

  • CPDT-KA
  • Credentialed

Associations

  • AKC
  • Accredited

Languages

  • English

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Dog breeder

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