Dogz Inc

4.5 Stars,4 Reviews
358 A St, Virginia City, NV 89440

Service area: Serves Reno, Carson City, and Virginia City, Nevada, with classes and private sessions available in these areas.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Therapy Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Fearfulness

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly
  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Hounds
  • Terriers
  • Doodles
  • Brachycephalic

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
  • Flat Collars
  • Obstacle Courses

Programs include Puppy Kindergarten (8 weeks–6 months, 6-week course), Doggie Elementary (basic obedience for dogs 6 months+), Canine High (advanced obedience with distraction proofing), Out and About (real-world training at varied locations), Canine Good Citizen prep (includes AKC test), Tricks (5-week foundation course), and Therapy Dog Prep (5-week volunteer-focused course). Behavior modification and separation anxiety are addressed through private sessions. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement, small class sizes, and individual attention.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $200–$250 for 5–6 weeks; Puppy Kindergarten is 6 weeks with rolling admission; private lessons and behavior modification are available by appointment; payment plans offered. Rattlesnake avoidance and therapy dog prep are specialty programs with specific pricing.

Testimonials

My dogs have boarded at Dogz Inc as well as been to doggy daycare. The care is excellent. The staff knowledgeable and dog lovers. Very pleased. =D
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I SAW THE WORLDS SMARTEST DOG!!!!!
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About the Trainer

Dogz Inc is a dog training business based in Reno, NV, offering certified, science-based, force-free training services for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and life stages. They specialize in puppy training, group classes, private lessons, behavior modification, separation anxiety, and rattlesnake avoidance. All trainers are nationally certified or working toward certification, requiring 300+ documented training hours, vet and master trainer recommendations, and annual continuing education. They use only positive reinforcement methods and avoid pinch, shock, or martingale collars. Training is offered at their facility and in-home, with small class sizes and rolling admission for puppies. They also provide pet first aid and CPR certification for staff, and are recommended by local rescue groups. Additional services include dog boarding and daycare, as referenced in testimonials.

They offer structured programs including Puppy Kindergarten (8 weeks–6 months), Doggie Elementary (6 months+), Canine High (advanced obedience), Out and About (real-world public training), Canine Good Citizen prep, Tricks, and Therapy Dog Prep. Their approach emphasizes understanding dog behavior, body language, and learning theory to build long-term compliance and confidence.

Dogz Inc is committed to ethical training standards and transparency, highlighting the unregulated nature of the dog training industry and positioning themselves as a trusted choice for pet owners seeking certified professionals.

Accomplishments

All trainers are nationally certified or working toward certification through a rigorous process requiring 300+ documented training hours, vet and master trainer recommendations, and a proctored exam. Trainers must complete annual science-based continuing education and retest every 3 years. Staff are pet first aid and CPR certified. Dogz Inc is recommended by local rescue groups and aligns with AVSAB puppy socialization guidelines.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with booking a session via the online booking link. Puppy training offers rolling admission, so clients can start immediately. Private lessons and behavior modification require contacting the business to schedule an evaluation. Group classes can be enrolled in through the booking system.

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  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 8am-7pm
Tuesday: 8am-7pm
Wednesday: 8am-7pm
Thursday: 8am-7pm
Friday: 8am-7pm
Saturday: 8am-7pm
Sunday: 8am-7pm

Certifications

  • CPDT-KA
  • CPDT-KSA

Associations

  • AKC
  • APDT
  • IAABC

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet boarding service

Location

358 A St, Virginia City, NV 89440

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