Celebration Dog Training

Private lessons are weekly, 1-hour sessions tailored to the dog’s needs. Group classes are 6-week programs held on weekends or weekdays in Celebration, with max 7 dogs per class. Programs include Basic Obedience, Intermediate Obedience Levels 1 and 2, and Advanced Obedience, progressing from foundational commands to distraction-proofing and distance training. AKC Canine Good Citizen and related tests are offered. “Busy Life” packages offer reduced owner involvement for busy clients, available only in Celebration.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons: $90/lesson in Celebration, $110/lesson within 10 miles outside Celebration; weekend sessions add $15/lesson; beyond 10 miles add $15/lesson. Packages: 4 lessons ($340 in Celebration, $400 outside); 6 lessons ($480 in Celebration, $600 outside). Group classes: $130/dog for 6 sessions ($120 for Celebration residents). AKC testing: $30 per test. “Busy Life” packages available only in Celebration with reduced owner involvement.

Celebration Dog Training, founded by Melania Lavezzi in 2013, offers positive reinforcement-based dog training and behavioral modification services tailored to individual dogs and their owners. With a focus on personalized care, Melania provides private lessons, group classes, and customized training plans for dogs of all ages and backgrounds. She is an American Kennel Club evaluator and judge, certified by the Animal Behavior College, and has trained thousands of dogs, including rescues, service dogs, and dogs with behavioral challenges like reactivity, leash pulling, and separation anxiety. Her approach emphasizes building confidence in both dogs and owners through clear communication and reward-based methods. She also offers AKC Canine Good Citizen, Advanced CGC, Urban Canine, and Trick Title testing at $30 per test. Training is available in-home within Celebration, FL, and nearby areas within a 10-mile radius, with additional fees for weekend sessions or locations beyond 10 miles.

Melania’s services extend beyond training to include educational resources like her book “Mom, Dad, Can We Get a Dog?” and she helps owners understand canine body language and behavior. Clients consistently praise her patience, expertise, and ability to transform difficult behaviors into calm, obedient companionship.

She also offers “Busy Life” packages for owners with limited time, requiring only 30–40% owner involvement, available exclusively in Celebration.

All group classes are held in Celebration and require current Florida core vaccinations. Classes are small (max 7 dogs) to ensure individual attention.

Melania is fluent in English and offers services primarily to residents of Celebration, FL, and surrounding areas.

No other pet services like grooming, boarding, or walking are offered.

She provides a free initial consultation to help clients determine the best training path for their dog.

Accomplishments

Melania Lavezzi is an American Kennel Club evaluator and judge, certified by the Animal Behavior College, and author of the book “Mom, Dad, Can We Get a Dog?”. She has trained thousands of dogs since 2005 and has been operating Celebration Dog Training since 2013.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation to assess the dog’s needs and determine the best training plan. Clients can contact via phone, email, or the website form to schedule.