Central Ohio Muttessori School

Central Ohio Muttessori School offers diverse training programs. Group Training provides opportunities for dogs and owners to learn obedience, tricks, and address reactivity in a social setting, with classes like Elementary, High School, Etiquette, Loose Leash, Reliable Recall, Scratch Board, Parkour, Puppy Kindergarten, and Puppy Play.

Private Training offers a personalized approach to address specific needs, including problem behaviors and manners, through one-on-one sessions either in the client’s home (Private Homeschooling) or at their facility (In-School Private Tutoring). Behavior Modification is available for serious concerns such as aggression, anxiety, fear issues, and separation anxiety, led by a certified dog behavior consultant via Zoom.

The Dog Day School combines group play with structured training sessions throughout the day, focusing on basic obedience, manners, tricks, and building on existing commands. Dogs engage in play, training, rest with puzzle toys, and leash potty breaks, with optional field trips. Scentwork classes are offered in various levels (1, 2, 3, Intermediate) and formats (games, container games, real-world scents, drop-in sessions) to provide mental and physical stimulation. Additionally, pet grooming services are available for training clients, emphasizing cooperative care.

Pricing Summary

Behavior Modification includes an initial consultation and three follow-up lessons for $495, with two additional follow-up lessons available for $225. Private Homeschooling and In-school private lessons are both priced at $460 for four 60-minute sessions. A Housetraining lesson is available for $125. Grooming prices start at $30 and vary based on size, coat, cut type, and any special needs.

Policies

Inquiries are answered Monday through Friday, with a requested allowance of 72 hours for a reply. For private training packages, clients purchase the package first, and then the school contacts them to schedule lessons, as self-scheduling is not available. Dogs enrolling in Day School must not be human or dog aggressive and must tolerate a crate without distress. Grooming services are exclusively for training clients; if a dog has not received training services for six months or more, an acclimation visit is required before booking grooming.

Central Ohio Muttessori School specializes in reward-based, force-free training methods that are backed by science and designed to strengthen communication and deepen the bond between dogs and their owners. Their philosophy, inspired by Montessori education, focuses on exploring each dog’s individuality through custom-built plans that enhance self-confidence, independence, and creativity, allowing dogs to learn without pressure. They aim to make training fun and enjoyable for the entire family.

The school offers a variety of training options suitable for dogs of all ages, breeds, and behavior levels, including group classes, private training (in-home or at their facility), and a Dog Day School program. They also provide specialized behavior modification for serious concerns like aggression and anxiety, and offer scentwork classes. In addition to training, Central Ohio Muttessori School provides pet grooming services exclusively for their training clients, emphasizing cooperative care during grooming sessions.

Accomplishments

Central Ohio Muttessori School’s training methods are endorsed by veterinarians and behaviorists. Their team includes certified and experienced trainers, as well as a certified dog behavior consultant.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients can send a message via the contact form or email for general inquiries. For Dog Day School enrollment, clients should email the school to request an evaluation form, including the dog’s name, size, and any pertinent information, then book their chosen package and schedule days. For private training, clients purchase the desired package, and the school will contact them to schedule. Scentwork classes can be booked by checking availability and reserving a spot online. For grooming, clients should message the school with a photo and description of their dog for an accurate estimate, noting that an acclimation visit may be required.