Doggie Academy

Doggie Academy offers private lessons tailored to individual needs, with options for in-home, in-studio, or virtual sessions. Group classes include puppy socialization, manners, and agility training. Programs are structured around customized goals, with flexible scheduling and ongoing support. Virtual training includes foundation work, handling, and video review for dog sports. They also offer specialized seminars and weekly online classes for continued learning.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons cost $150 for a single session, $425 for a 3-session package, or $675 for a 5-session package. All prices include 8.875% sales tax. Packages are valid for one year. Virtual training offers economical 30-minute sessions. Group classes are available but pricing not specified.

Policies

Client packages are valid for one year from purchase. No commitment is required for the first lesson. Follow-up questions are encouraged after lessons. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Doggie Academy is a dog training business based in Brooklyn, New York, offering personalized training solutions for dog owners in Manhattan and Brooklyn, as well as virtual sessions nationwide. They provide private lessons in-home, at their Brooklyn training studio, or online via video call, allowing flexibility for busy lifestyles. Their training is led by Sarah Westcott, CPDT-KSA, who designs customized lesson plans based on each client’s goals, whether it’s puppy manners, basic obedience, leash walking, separation anxiety, or agility training. They emphasize positive, fun, and reward-based methods that build strong human-dog bonds. In addition to private lessons, they offer group classes for puppies, manners, and agility, as well as specialized programs like Canine Good Citizen preparation and behavior modification. They also provide puppy preparation guidance, clicker training, and virtual training for clients worldwide.

Their training philosophy centers on making learning enjoyable for both dogs and humans, with a focus on real-world distractions and practical skills. They offer flexible scheduling, including daytime, evening, and weekend appointments, and provide ongoing support to clients after lessons. Doggie Academy also hosts online weekly classes and puppy socials to help with socialization and continued learning.

They serve clients in-person in Brooklyn and Manhattan, and remotely via virtual training. Their trainers are experienced, certified, and passionate, with a strong reputation reflected in numerous client testimonials praising their expertise, patience, and effectiveness.

Accomplishments

Sarah Westcott, owner and head trainer, is a CPDT-KSA certified professional with extensive experience in behavior modification, agility, and puppy training. Doggie Academy clients have successfully earned Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and CGC Advanced certifications. The business is recognized for its high standards, cleanliness, and trainer expertise, with multiple clients citing long-term success and satisfaction.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with scheduling a private lesson or group class through the online booking system. Virtual training and in-home sessions can be arranged directly via the booking page. No free initial consultation is offered.