DOGGIE STEPS Dog Training, LLC. #3
Ranked #13 in Phoenix and #42 in Arizona
Service area: Doggie Steps Dog Training serves Phoenix, Chandler, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Mesa, Gilbert, and Tempe, AZ. Private training classes can be held at the client’s home or at Mark’s home in Chandler, AZ, often outside at a local park. Group sessions are held at Mark’s home in Chandler, AZ.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- chewing
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Herding
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
- ✓ Other
Doggie Steps offers professional obedience and behavior dog training. Training is force-free and positive reinforcement based, teaching owners to communicate with their dogs using voice, visuals, and posture.
They offer In Home Dog Training where Mark travels to the client’s home for private sessions, At My Home Dog Training where clients come to Mark’s home in Chandler for private classes held outdoors, and Group Dog Training sessions with a maximum of six dogs held at Mark’s home.
Mark addresses common challenges such as potty training, barking, leash pulling, chewing, anxiety, and aggression. He includes his own dogs for classes if social interaction is needed for client dogs.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Prices are described as reasonable. A four-session dog training class is mentioned.
Testimonials
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Mark @ Doggie Steps! Our beloved lab, Skipper and chihuahua Belle, both 12 1/2 and 9 years, have both been trained by Mark (Skip as a puppy and Belle as a 1yr old rescue) as well as boarding them regularly, when we travel. I never worry about our babies as I know they will get the ultimate in tender loving doggie care. He loves and treats them like they were his own. In fact, we fondly refer to him as Uncle Mark! I would absolutely trust Mark with all of your dog training needs. He’s the best!❤️ .”
– Blinda Dadam
“I signed up for a 5 week private course with Mark, in hopes of helping my 2 year old German Shepherd gain more confidence with strangers and other dogs. Mark was always very professional and kind, and truly listened to my concerns. He helped me to feel more confident with Claire while out in public places, gave us the tools we needed for success, and truly made such a big difference in our lives! I can’t wait to continue utilizing the tools we now have, and see where all of this takes Claire and me! Thanks, Mark!!!”
– Susan Blessing
“We completed puppy obedience in our home when our dog was 9 weeks old. I was so grateful to find Mark and that he was willing to come to us! It was very valuable to get the training up front, as he went over crate training and potty training as well. He answered all of our questions (which was a lot!) and really set Louie up for a good training foundation. The introduction to agility was a fun addition to the training as well. Mark is really good at the coaching approach. We definitely recommend him!”
– Carrie W.
About the Trainer
Doggie Steps Dog Training, LLC, led by owner and professional dog trainer Mark Siebel, offers comprehensive dog training and consultative canine services. Mark has been training dogs since 2005, having worked with over 6000 dogs. The business emphasizes integrating dogs into the family unit, focusing on a calm-submissive role for the dog.
Doggie Steps helps owners understand how to properly integrate their dog into the home setting. They also consult on what breed of dog to buy, where to buy/rescue from, preparing the home for a new puppy, and health/nutrition. The whole family, including kids, is encouraged to participate in training to develop leadership skills and confidence.
Mark tailors each training session to address individual dog challenges, recognizing that no two dogs or humans are exactly alike. He has a human/dog psychology background and includes his own Australian Shepherds for social interaction if needed during classes. Doggie Steps does not use shock or choke collars.
Accomplishments
Mark Siebel, owner and lead trainer of Doggie Steps Dog Training, LLC, has 17 years of dog training experience, having successfully trained over 6000 dogs since 2005. He has a human/dog psychology background and has owned 5 Australian Shepherds.
Approximately 50% of his caseload involves anxiety and aggression-based behaviors. Mark has appeared on NBC AZ MIDDAY and ABC Sonoran Living, and regularly speaks with local school youth groups about dog safety, training empowerment, and ownership. He also donates time to kids interested in learning more about dogs.
How to Get Started!
Clients can schedule a class with Doggie Steps. A four-session dog training class is offered to make instant changes in a dog’s behavior.
Contact Information
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Pet trainer