Discover Pet Training LLC
Service area: Served at Play and Stay Dog Lounge; specific city or region not stated, but likely local to the lounge’s location.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- Competition / Agility
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
- Recall
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Group classes are held at Play and Stay Dog Lounge and include basic obedience, CGC, trick titles, pedestal training, walking classes, and in-business socialization. Private behavioral modification classes are offered for reactive or nervous dogs. Online training resources are available via The Family Dog. Programs are structured as ongoing weekly sessions with options for intensive or repeated training to reinforce skills.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details not specified; clients report that training is worth every cent, with multiple class packages and ongoing training options available.
Policies
Policy details on cancellations or rescheduling not provided.
Testimonials
We love Marisha! If I could give her more stars, I would. She’s the best trainer you can find in our area. She uses positive reinforcement training, which we love! She has helped so much with our reactive German Shepherd, Atlas(all with positive reinforcement). We used to not be able to take him for walks or, really anywhere, without him reacting to other dogs. We can now confidently take him for walks and even into dog friendly businesses around our area. We’ll never be able to express how grateful we are. She is now helping with our nervous golden retriever, Luna. She offers puppy classes, group classes, private classes, and more recently classes that take you into local businesses with your dog. If you have a reactive dog, she also has private behavioral modification classes. We’ve taken more classes than I can count with her, and have no plans of stopping any time soon! We’ve even taken some of her classes multiple times. Marisha is always available to answer any and all questions and is an overall wonderful person. We send everyone we meet her way when it comes to training.
– Client
When I first came to Discover Pet Training with Marisha, I had a nervous and shy Border Collie mix. She was 2 years old and had only been with us for a couple of months. Marisha showed great patience with my nervous girl, and has earned both her trust and love. Since then (almost two years ago now) we’ve done ALL kinds of classes with Discover Pet Training- beginner and advanced obedience, agility, loose leach walking, stretching, and she even holds a trick title! My shy little dog was lacking some SERIOUS confidence… My dog is a completely different dog today… I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone with a dog that needs manners, confidence, or just got a new dog or puppy during the adjustment period.
– Client
5 stars! Marisha is a great trainer. She has so much patience with our girl. Discover Pet training offers a bunch of different classes. You can also test for STAR puppy, different trick titles and CGC. She also does personal training and daycare training! Have a cat, pig, deaf dog or something else? She can train them too! You can’t put a price on training! Every cent we have spent is well worth it!
– Client
About the Trainer
Discover Pet Training LLC is a certified dog training business led by Marisha, who uses up-to-date positive reinforcement techniques to help dog owners build strong, confident relationships with their pets. Services include group classes held at Play and Stay Dog Lounge, private training sessions, and specialized behavioral modification for reactive or nervous dogs. Classes cover basic obedience, CGC (Canine Good Citizen), trick training, loose leash walking, agility, and even in-business socialization outings. Marisha also offers online resources through The Family Dog and trains dogs of all types, including cats, pigs, and deaf dogs. Her approach focuses on building confidence, improving communication, and creating lasting behavioral change through reward-based methods.
Clients have reported dramatic improvements in dogs with reactivity, fearfulness, and shyness, with many dogs gaining the ability to walk calmly in public, respond to commands reliably, and interact safely with people and other animals. Marisha is known for her patience, availability for questions, and ability to tailor training to each dog’s unique needs, making her a trusted resource for new puppy owners, rescue dog adopters, and families seeking advanced skills.
Additional services include daycare training and behavior-focused programs for dogs of all ages and breeds.
Accomplishments
Marisha is a certified dog trainer through CCPDT and Animal Behavior College. She has helped clients achieve CGC titles, trick titles, and significant behavioral improvements in reactive and fearful dogs. Clients have successfully completed multiple class levels and returned for advanced training.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can engage through group classes at Play and Stay Dog Lounge or private sessions; no explicit initial consultation process described, but Marisha is available to answer questions and guide new clients.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 10am-8pm
Tuesday: 10am-8pm
Wednesday: 10am-4pm
Thursday: 10am-4pm
Friday: 10am-4pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
Location
3073 E 1825th Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350Listing Tools for Trainers
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