Dogs With Maggie
Service area: Home-visiting services in Wooster, Ohio, and surrounding areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Stealing Food
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
Training begins with a mandatory 1.5-hour in-home consultation to assess the dog’s behavior and owner goals. Clients then choose a package of 5, 7, or 12 one-hour in-home training sessions tailored to their needs—puppy foundation, adolescent behavior correction, or severe behavior problems like reactivity or resource guarding. Sessions are customized, science-based, and include written guidance. Virtual sessions are also available. Ongoing support is provided to reinforce progress.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Initial 1.5-hour in-home consultation: $193. Packages include 5-session ($638) or 7-session ($851) options for puppies, adolescent/adult dogs, and behavior problems. A 12-session package is available for complex behavior issues at $1,491. Hourly sessions after consultation: $129. All packages include the initial consultation.
Testimonials
I couldn’t be happier with Maggie as my dog trainer for my adorable puppy, Ruby! From the very first session, Maggie showcased a deep understanding of dogs, and her approach was nothing short of magical. Maggie’s patience and positive reinforcement techniques have worked wonders. Ruby, who was initially young and a bit unsure, blossomed under Maggie’s guidance. Maggie has a unique ability to connect with dogs and understand their behavior, which made the training sessions both effective and enjoyable. I was particularly impressed by her tailored training plans. Maggie took the time to understand Ruby’s personality and my goals and crafted sessions perfectly suited to Ruby’s needs. Her step-by-step guidance made it easy for me to continue the training at home, reinforcing the behaviors taught during the sessions. Thanks to Maggie, Ruby is not only well-behaved but also happier and more confident. Her progress has amazed all of our friends and family, and I constantly find myself recommending Maggie to everyone who has a pup in need of training. If you want a dog trainer who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about what they do, Maggie is the one! Thank you, Maggie, for transforming Ruby into the wonderful puppy she is today!
– Marcia Kearney
Amazing experience. She is truly a dog whisperer! Our pup automatically knew who she was the second time she came over to our house. Maggie’s method of teaching manners and obedience are gentle and thorough. We say this, even though our pup Is a Healer and quite rebellious by nature. I recommend Maggie for any issue a dog may have at any age.
Maggie was wonderful and very helpful addressing problems we had with our new dog who is a rescue from a puppy mill. Maggie identified the cause of her barking and sometimes growling at my husband when the 3 of us were in the kitchen as resource guarding and showed us how to address and resolve the problem which is now almost resolved!! Maggie also told us Bailey’s barking and growling at strangers and other dogs inside and outside was due to fear and this issue is now also resolving. We’ve only had our dog 2 months. Maggie is very thorough and patient with my dog and her human parents. Maggie also provides her training program in writing which makes it easier to remember her training instructions. I would definitely recommend her as a dog trainer.
About the Trainer
Dogs With Maggie is a home-visiting dog training and behavior consulting service led by Maggie Barker Beltran, a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and certified dog behavior consultant (CDBC). She specializes in force-free, science-backed positive reinforcement methods to address behavior problems such as leash reactivity, resource guarding, fearfulness, biting, potty training, and separation anxiety. Maggie provides individualized training plans tailored to each dog’s needs, whether they are puppies, adolescents, or adult dogs, and offers both in-home and virtual sessions. Her approach emphasizes gentle, ethical training grounded in the latest behavioral science and follows the Pet Professional Guild Best Practice Guidelines. With over 10 years of experience and a background in sled-dog racing, livestock herding, and assistance dog training, Maggie brings deep expertise and a compassionate, client-focused style to every session.
She also offers comprehensive puppy programs to build strong foundations in socialization and manners, and targeted packages for unruly adolescents and dogs with scary or embarrassing behaviors. Clients receive written training plans and ongoing support to ensure long-term success. Maggie is committed to staying current through continuous education and professional development in canine behavior science.
Accomplishments
Maggie Barker Beltran holds CPDT-KA and CDBC certifications, a Diploma in Professional Dog Training (Dip.PDT) and Diploma in Canine Behavior Science and Technology (Dip.CPDT) from the Companion Animal Science Institute, and a Living and Learning with Animals certificate. She has over 10 years of experience training sled dogs, livestock herding dogs, and assistance dogs. She received the Cooley Challenge Humanitarian Award twice for exceptional dog husbandry in sled-dog racing. She was employed at Guide Dogs for the Blind and completed training at the Assistance Dog Institute.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients begin by scheduling a 1.5-hour in-home consultation, which is required for all new clients and included in all training packages. After the consultation, clients choose a training package or hourly sessions based on their dog’s needs.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- CDBC
Associations
- APDT
- IAABC
- PPG
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
2018 Eddy Way, Wooster, OH 44691Listing Tools for Trainers
For Dogs With Maggie Only
Update Your Info
To update your profile, contact us with your changes.
Share Your Achievement!
Let the world know you’ve been recognized by Goody Doggy as a top-ranked dog trainer in Wooster. Add your achievement badges to your website to stand out from the competition and convert more website visitors into clients.
Upgrade Your Profile - Get Featured!
Become the obvious choice for dog owners in the Wooster area and grow your dog training business.
- 3x More Views – Featured profiles are seen first and visited the most
- Qualified Leads – A constant stream of motivated Wooster clients
- Enhance Your Profile – Stand out from the crowd with more photos, social media links, and custom sales copy
- More Web Traffic – Improve your site’s search engine exposure (SEO)
- Build Your Brand – Establish trustworthiness and prestige