Dog’s Day Out Training Center South

Programs include Puppy Parenting (recorded 4-week webinar), Play & Train (45-minute weekly socialization sessions for 8–16-week-old puppies), Drop-Off Puppy Training Camp (4 sessions over 2 weeks), Teens Camp (drop-off for 4.5-month–2-year-olds), Teens Play Group (structured play with human participation), and Teens & Tweens Jumpstart (3-week course for adolescent challenges). The Basics is a 6-week obedience course for dogs 5+ months. All programs use positive reinforcement, include behavior education for owners, and emphasize early socialization and skill-building. Private and virtual lessons available for individualized support.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $49.95 for the Puppy Parenting webinar to $399 for the 4-session Drop-Off Puppy Training Camp. Teens Camp is $105/day. Private lessons and other group classes have variable pricing listed on their Rates page. No refunds within 10 days of start date; missed sessions are non-refundable but may be made up if space allows with 24-hour notice. Camp date exchanges require 72-hour notice.

Policies

No refunds within 10 days of program start date. Missed sessions are not refunded but may be made up if space is available with at least 24 hours’ notice. Camp date exchanges require 72 hours’ advance notice. Puppies must have received their first Distemper/Parvo vaccine at least 7 days prior to participation. All dogs over 14 months must be spayed/neutered. No dogs in heat allowed. Limit of 2 people per dog in group sessions.

Dog’s Day Out Training Center South is a science-based, force-free dog training facility in Burien and Ballard, Seattle, offering positive reinforcement training for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Their philosophy emphasizes cooperative, effective, and fun training using fear-free, kind, and fair techniques. They provide group classes, private lessons, drop-off training camps, and daycare services. Their puppy programs include Puppy Parenting (a recorded webinar), Play & Train (socialization sessions), and Drop-Off Puppy Training Camp, all designed to maximize early socialization before 16 weeks. For adolescents, they offer Teens Camp, Teens Play Group, and Teens & Tweens Jumpstart to address common teenage behaviors. Specialty programs include Reactive ReDo for reactivity, K9 Nosework, and dog sports. All training is led by certified professionals, including owner Danette Johnston, CPDT-KA, CFFP, FDM. They also offer educational webinars, dog bite prevention for kids, and shelter training consulting.

They operate two locations: Ballard and Burien, with flexible scheduling including weekends and weekday evenings. Their daycare services include supervised play, training breaks, and structured socialization. They provide both in-person and virtual private lessons, and their training methods are grounded in current behavioral science with no use of force, fear, or punishment.

Additional services include dog daycare, shelter training, and educational resources like blogs and webinars to support dog owners in understanding canine behavior and development.

Accomplishments

Owner and lead trainer Danette Johnston is a CPDT-KA, CFFP, and FDM certified professional. The center is recognized as a recommended trainer in the Greater Seattle area. They provide shelter training and consulting, and offer evidence-based, science-backed programs endorsed by AVMA and ASAB.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can browse class schedules online, select a program, and register through the provided links. For private lessons or questions, email Info@dogsdayoutseattle.com or call 206-706-4875. For Teens Camp, prior instructor approval or attendance at a Teens Play Group is required if dog behavior is unknown.