Dog Trainer Middleboro, MA

Greater Boston Dog offers a balanced, caring, and effective training philosophy aimed at helping owners understand their dogs’ behavior to foster lasting bonds built on trust and respect. Their programs emphasize a dog’s primal need for mental and physical exercise, pack structure, and appropriate affection.

Training services begin with a Behavioral Evaluation Consultation, a 1.5-hour hands-on session costing $150, where trainers assess needs, discuss goals, and devise a plan, immediately addressing high-priority issues. Private Dog Obedience Training addresses common behavior problems like jumping, chewing, digging, nipping, guarding, and anxiety. These private lessons ensure focused attention, with 3-session packages available for $375 at their training center, with additional travel fees for off-site sessions. Obedience levels include Basic (6 commands on a 5ft lead), Intermediate (12 commands on a 5ft lead), and Advanced (12 commands on a 20ft lead). Off-leash obedience and e-collar training are available after completing the advanced program, with e-collars introduced as a communication tool for safety and distance control.

Puppy Training includes Puppy 101, a 2-hour session for puppies 8 weeks and older, covering potty training, behavior, etiquette, imprinting, and loose leash walking for $225. Puppy Obedience Training, offered through private lessons, also addresses common puppy behaviors like biting and nipping. The Imprinting program is designed for new owners to proactively guide their puppy’s development from day one.

Boarding and Training Programs (Board & Train) are offered in 2, 4, and 6-week packages, requiring an initial evaluation and up-to-date vaccinations. All programs include 3 hours of owner training (2 hours upon transfer and a 1-hour follow-up). The 2-week program ($2400) focuses on 6 obedience commands on a 5ft leash and addresses behavioral issues, excluding severe aggression or anxiety. The 4-week ($5000) and 6-week ($7000) programs include 12 off-leash obedience commands using a Dogtra E-Collar, with the 6-week program specifically for dogs with aggressive behaviors, intense anxiety, or fear.

Specialized Training addresses a wide range of issues for adult dogs and puppies, including Behavior Modification for long-standing problems like shyness, fear aggression, separation anxiety, counter-stealing, and excessive barking. They also offer specific training for Dog Behavior and Etiquette, Potty Training/House-breaking (crate or pee pad training), Rescue Dog Training, Socialization, Dog Aggression (resource guarding, fear, human, territorial, play aggression), Chewing, Digging, Jumping, Leash Pulling/Loose Leash Walking, Coprophagia, and Trash Can Raiding. Custom Programs are available for busy clients, offering tailored commands and comprehensive support from breed selection to on-location owner training.

Pricing Summary

A Behavioral Evaluation Consultation costs $150 for a 1.5-hour session. Private Dog Obedience Training is offered in 3-session packages for $375, with travel fees applying for off-site sessions.

Board and Train Programs are available in 2-week, 4-week, and 6-week packages. The 2-week program is $2400, the 4-week program is $5000 (includes a Dogtra E-Collar valued at $250), and the 6-week program is $7000 (includes a Dogtra E-Collar valued at $250). Puppy 101 is a one-time, 2-hour session priced at $225.

Additional boarding extras include Cookies and Frosty Paws for $3 each, Extra Playtime/Exercise for $10 per day, Extra Cuddle Time for $10 per day, and Extra Potty Outs for $10 per day. Medication administration ranges from $2 per dose for CBD treats to $10 per day for insulin injections or eye medication, and $5-10 per day for oral medications.

Policies

All new dogs require a trial day and must be up to date with current vaccinations, which must be provided at least 3 days prior to any reservation. For boarding, owners should bring enough food for their dog’s stay plus two additional days, along with any medications and instructions. While comfortable beds are provided, owners may bring their dog’s bed, noting that large beds cannot be washed if soiled. Favorite toys are also permitted. Specific Reservation Cancellation Policies and a Supplement & Medication Policy are available.

Greater Boston Dog is a family business with over 30 years of experience in dog training, boarding, breeding, and loving dogs. They are joined by an outstanding team, many of whom have worked at the facility for several years. The business is a result of merging Greater Boston Dog Training, owned by Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg since 2011, and Home Away From Home Pet Boarding, which was acquired in December 2022.

Their vision is to redefine dog boarding and training by creating a safe, loving, and nurturing environment where dogs can grow, play, and learn, recognizing and celebrating each dog’s unique personality. Their mission extends beyond pet care to fostering strong, lifelong bonds between dogs and owners, promoting responsible pet ownership, and providing individualized training, boarding, and daycare that respects canine instincts.

Greater Boston Dog offers a comprehensive range of services including expert dog training, boutique dog boarding, doggie daycare, and dog spa services, aiming to provide everything a dog needs in one place. Head trainer Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg is nationally known and has worked with dogs of famous professional athletes, including WNBA Legend Candace Parker, NBA Stars Carlos Boozer, Jimmy Butler, and members of the New England Patriots. They are an award-winning dog training and boarding facility.

The facility is a boutique operation, serving no more than 50 dogs at a time, ensuring personalized attention. The owners live on-site, meaning dogs are never left alone. They emphasize a balanced, caring, and effective approach to training, focusing on helping owners understand their dog’s primal needs for mental and physical exercise, pack structure, and appropriate affection to create a balanced and reliable companion.

Accomplishments

Greater Boston Dog is an award-winning dog training and boarding facility. The business is a family operation with over 30 years of experience in the dog world, encompassing training, boarding, and breeding.

Head Trainer and Behavioral Specialist Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg is nationally recognized and has worked with the dogs of many famous professional athletes, including WNBA Legend Candace Parker, NBA Stars Carlos Boozer and Jimmy Butler, and members of the New England Patriots. Zephyr is renowned as a behaviorist capable of working with and transforming even the toughest cases. The facility boards over 5,000 dogs per year and is supported by a team of 15+ members.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients can request a reservation through the Paw Partner reservation system. For training programs, an evaluation is required for acceptance into any program. New dogs also require a trial day and must have up-to-date vaccinations. For new puppy owners, contacting Greater Boston Dog for a Puppy Dog 101 session is recommended to avoid common mistakes.