Dogtreff New York Obedience Training

Programs include AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, AKC Good Citizen, Schutzhund (IPO1-IPO3), Service Dog Training, Character Development Program, Obedience, Protection, Show, and Helper/Handler Training. All programs emphasize structured, phased training with temperament evaluation. Board and train options are available. Schutzhund training includes tracking, obedience, and protection phases with strict adherence to SV Germany standards. Character Assessment Test evaluates dogs across 7 behavioral modules including sound sensitivity, social interaction, and isolation response.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; board and train programs are available upon request. Service dog training is free for veterans. Other programs require direct contact for quotes.

Policies

Written contracts are required for all dog placements in the Guardian Program. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated publicly. Breeding program requires adherence to strict health and title standards.

DogTreff New York is a professional dog training center located in New York, offering group and individual training sessions for dogs and their owners. They specialize in Schutzhund (IPO) training, obedience, protection work, and character development programs, with a strong focus on German Shepherds. The center provides fitness treadmill classes, board and train programs, and advanced training for working dog titles. They also offer service dog training for veterans with PTSD and TBI, provided free of charge through a partnership with Action Toward Independence. Their training director, Wilhelm Lipp, has over 30 years of experience and is certified by the German Shepherd Dog Club of Germany (SV). The facility supports breeding programs adhering to German standards and offers a Guardian Program for high-quality, trained German Shepherds at reduced cost.

They emphasize temperament testing, sound sensitivity training, and structured obedience, with programs ranging from AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy to advanced Schutzhund titles. Their Character Development Program evaluates dogs across multiple behavioral modules to ensure solid, stable temperaments. Training is conducted at their facility and includes both group and private sessions.

Additional services include dog breeding, stud services, puppy sales, and nutrition products via NuVet. They also offer helper and handler training for those interested in Schutzhund competition.

Note: While some clients praise the training quality and results, one review alleges unethical breeding practices linked to epilepsy in puppies, raising concerns about health screening and transparency in their breeding program.

Accomplishments

Training Director Wilhelm Lipp has been training and titling dogs for over 30 years, managed over 150 dogs as a Training Supervisor, holds SV Breed Warden certification, and is GSDCA certified as a Teaching Helper. Dogs trained at DogTreff have earned IPO1, IPO2, and IPO3 titles. The facility supports breeding programs compliant with German SV standards and offers free service dog training for veterans.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact the center directly via phone or email to schedule an initial consultation or evaluation. Service dog applicants must apply through their partnership with Action Toward Independence. Character Assessment and Schutzhund trials are conducted at the facility and require prior arrangement.