Dogboy NYC
Ranked #2 in Brooklyn and #2 in New York
Service area: Robert Haussmann serves Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo, Vinegar Hill, Downtown Brooklyn, Navy Yard, Williamsburg, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Boerum Hill, Redhook, Gowanus, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Bedford Stuyvesant, Crown Heights) and Manhattan (Financial District, Tribeca, SoHo, West Village, East Village, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, Union Square, Midtown, Upper West Side), and offers online training nationwide.
Kate Senisi serves Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo, Downtown Brooklyn, Navy Yard, Clinton Hill, Fort Greene, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, Bedford Stuyvesant, Williamsburg) and Manhattan (Anywhere below 14th St.).
Jenny Lee serves Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo, Downtown Brooklyn, Navy Yard, Clinton Hill, Forte Greene, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Boerum Hill, Gowanus, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights, Prospect Leffert Gardens, Bedford Stuyvesant, Crown Heights/Greenwood Heights (up to 36th street), Williamsburg) and Manhattan (Financial District, Tribeca, SoHo, Noho, West Village, East Village, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, Hudson Yards, Union Square, Midtown, Hell’s Kitchen, Columbus Circle).
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Dogboy NYC offers Private Training and Group Classes. Private training involves personalized sessions or behavior consultations using behavioral analysis, operant conditioning, and science-based learning theory, taught in the dog’s environment with humane methods.
Group classes are held at Wag Club in Brooklyn Bridge Park, focusing on communication, socialization, and humane techniques. These include classes like Puppy + Wine Social Group, Manners Class, Introduction to Agility, Tricks, and Scent Work.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Individual sessions or discounted packages are available.
Testimonials
“We turned to Robert when we felt like we were out of options for our fearful and anxious Pit/Lab mix. Robert has been a miracle worker. From the start it felt like he understood us as well as our dog. Now Edwin is confident on walks, even when other dogs bark at him as we walk by. He even stays fairly composed when new people come to our front door instead of barking his head off in fear/excitement. We are forever grateful to Robert!”
– Edwin’s humans (Wes + Briar)
“Jacklyn is amazing – in just a few sessions she helped us deal with barking issues, our dog jumping up when greeting people, and he went from a pain to walk, to a pleasure – he no longer pulls us down the street! She patiently answered all our first time dog parenting questions, and is a pleasure to work with. We are looking forward to starting on more advanced training now that our dog has the basics down.”
– Leo’s human (Michael)
“After bringing Samson home we wanted to get things off on the right foot (paw) and begin training early. With Samson being a larger breed dog we wanted to learn how he could be the best version of himself for our family and friends. Robert helped us work with Samson in various real life situations. He is super patient with us as new doggy parents and always has a strategy and reason on why/how we are practicing a behavior correction method. Needless to say, Samson and Robert developed a bromance from day 1! And we are so happy to have met him too!”
– Samson’s humans (Gigi + Curry)
About the Trainer
Dogboy NYC has been training dogs and their humans since 2005, offering a variety of training options for busy families and professionals. They are described as down-to-earth, experienced, helpful, and vet recommended.
They provide real solutions to common problems like apartment-training, calming aggressive behavior, and learning basic commands. Their training methods are practical, humane, and emphasize clear communication and mutual understanding, based on behavioral analysis, operant conditioning, and science-based learning theory.
Dogboy NYC also works closely with NYC rescue organizations and maintains a strong network of respected dog walkers, vets, groomers, sitters, day care centers, and pet stores, offering connections or referrals if needed.
Accomplishments
Dogboy NYC has been training since 2005 and is vet recommended. Co-founder Robert Haussmann is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and Behavior Specialist, accredited by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and the International Association of Animal Behavior Counselors. He has been training dogs and their humans since 2003.
Kate Senisi is a Certified Trainer and Behavior Specialist, accredited under the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, with nearly 15 years of experience. Jenny Lee is a Certified Trainer, accredited under the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and has been in the pet care industry for 11 years.
How to Get Started!
Clients can book sessions and packages for In-Home Puppy Training, In-Home Training, and In-Home Behavior Training.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Associations
- APDT
- IAABC