DogSense Training Academy LLC

Service area: Peoria, IL and surrounding areas; Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Biting / Nipping
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ leash
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
DogSense Training Academy offers several training programs designed to elevate a dog’s training experience. The Boot Camp program provides a comprehensive training experience with options ranging from 2 to 8 weeks. A specific 5-Day Boot Camp is an intensive on-leash training program that includes environmental exposure, a premium leash, a comfortable place cot, and lifetime support.
Private Coaching involves one-on-one sessions with experienced trainers to develop customized training plans. Group Classes offer an opportunity for dogs to socialize and practice skills in a controlled environment under trainer guidance.
Their training focuses on teaching basic obedience commands such as sit, down, place, and heel. They utilize a language of leash pressure, food rewards, marker words, and e-collar (age-dependent). Essential skills like recall, loose leash walking, and remaining calm in public are also taught. The academy also specializes in behavioral modification, addressing issues such as reactivity, anxiety, biting/nipping, excessive barking, pulling during walks, jumping on people, not listening to commands, and aggression.
About the Trainer
DogSense Training Academy LLC is a premier dog training academy dedicated to providing top-tier services tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog and owner. They aim to be more than just a training facility, fostering a community built on a shared love for dogs and a commitment to their well-being.
The academy offers a diverse range of skills and expertise through its team of passionate trainers, including owner Calvin Farmer Jr., Steve Meischner, Laura Slawnikowski, and Justin McMahon. They specialize in working with dogs of all ages, breeds, and behavioral backgrounds, developing customized training plans to address specific issues.
DogSense Training Academy provides ongoing support and guidance to clients after program completion, including follow-up sessions, group classes, and access to resources to ensure long-term success for both dog and owner.
Accomplishments
Calvin Farmer Jr., the owner of DogSense Training Academy, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in dog training and behavior modification. He is a United States Army Veteran from Columbus, Ohio. Calvin graduated from the Professionals and master’s courses at a prestigious Dog Training Academy, where he gained knowledge and experience from top professionals in the dog industry.
How to Get Started!
To begin the training process, clients can follow a three-step process: Schedule A Call, Get A Tailored Plan, and Start Training. The academy offers a free dog training phone consultation to help clients get started.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Location
1221 Independence Ct, Washington, IL 61571Listing Tools for Trainers
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