Doggie Dojo NYC

All training begins with the required Concrete Paw Intro Course, a 60-minute in-home session that introduces foundational behaviors for urban living. After completion, clients can choose from coaching services (private, group, or virtual) to develop their training skills, or support services (walks, day care, boarding) to reinforce behaviors. Coaching focuses on empowering the human, while support services focus on training the dog. Programs are ongoing and tailored to individual needs, with no fixed packages but recommended progression paths provided by trainers.

Pricing Summary

The Concrete Paw Intro Course is $215 for a 60-minute in-home session. Private coaching sessions start at $160 (in-person) or $85 (virtual). Group sessions are $80. Support services include Dojo Strolls ($85), Dojo Days ($100), and Dojo Overnights ($125). All services require completion of the Intro Course.

Doggie Dojo NYC is a certified dog training business based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in helping urban pet owners build harmony with their dogs through a unique system called the “Concrete Paw.” Their approach is rooted in humane, science-based methods using classical conditioning and operant learning, with a strong emphasis on positive reinforcement and the Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) principles. Training begins with a required Concrete Paw Intro Course, which is conducted in the client’s home and covers foundational behaviors tailored for city living. After the intro course, owners can access coaching services (private, group, or virtual) to improve their training skills, and support services like Dojo Strolls, Dojo Days, and Dojo Overnights to reinforce training or provide care when they’re away. The business was founded by Martin, a CPDT-KA certified trainer, after a personal tragedy inspired him to create a more responsible, compassionate training culture. Their team includes experienced trainers who work with dogs of all sizes, ages, and behavioral challenges, including reactivity, leash pulling, and separation anxiety. They also offer dog sitting, boarding, and day training in their Brooklyn facility, making them a full-service resource for busy city dwellers.

Doggie Dojo stands out by integrating training with daily care services, ensuring continuity and consistency for dogs in high-stress urban environments. Their philosophy centers on building trust, not control, and they avoid dominance-based techniques. All training is customized to the dog’s needs and the owner’s lifestyle, with a strong focus on practical, real-world application in New York City settings.

They also maintain an online store for pet supplies and provide a client dashboard for ongoing support and scheduling.

Accomplishments

Founder Martin is a CPDT-KA certified trainer with over eight years of daily dog training experience. He apprenticed at Unleashed by Petco and has trained dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments. Doggie Dojo is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and adheres to the Humane Hierarchy and CPDT Code of Ethics.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must first schedule and complete the Concrete Paw Intro Course, a 60-minute in-home session that serves as the mandatory first step to access all other services. After the intro course, trainers provide personalized recommendations for next steps.