Downtown Canine

4.7 Stars,15 Reviews
55 Calef Rd, Manchester, NH 03103

Service area: Serves Manchester, New Hampshire and surrounding areas within the local metropolitan region.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Basic Obedience
  • Recall
  • behavior

Training Formats Offered

  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Day Training

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package
  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Medium
  • Large
  • Doodles

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Positive Reinforcement Only

Group classes meet once weekly for one hour over six weeks, covering Basic, Puppy, and Advanced obedience. The CGC class prepares dogs for an official AKC evaluation on week six. Day School is a 10-day intensive program combining daily training sessions with daycare, concluding with a private lesson. All training is conducted on-site at their facility.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Daycare costs $35 per day, with discounts for packages: $160 for 5 days, $300 for 10 days, and $500 for 20 days (non-expiring). Group classes are $199 for 6 weeks. CGC Prep is $230. Day School is $550, including 10 days of daycare and training plus one private lesson at the end.

Policies

Daycare packages do not expire. Group class and training session scheduling requires direct contact; no explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Testimonials

OUTSTANDING! Been working with Steve for 5 years. I trust him 110% with my dog. I have learned so much from this man. He’s an outstanding trainer and cares very much for the animals. Thank you Steve
– Customer

Sue has been wonderful! She is helping us train our 7 month old German Shepherd. She takes her time explaining things to you and she is very informative. Highly recommended. Great place. Very affordable.
– Customer

Sue at Downtown Canine is fantastic. Training, daycare and grooming all on a very personal, professional level. My dogs love it here!
– Customer

About the Trainer

DownTown Canine is a full-service dog training and dog day care facility located in Manchester, New Hampshire. They offer group classes, private lessons, and a Day School program that combines 10 days of daycare with structured training and a final private lesson. Their day care facility includes indoor and outdoor areas with jungle gyms and pools. Training programs include Basic Obedience, Puppy Training, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep, Advanced Competitive Obedience, and Behavior Modification. The business emphasizes personalized, professional service with trainers who work directly with dogs and owners. They also provide grooming services, as noted in customer reviews.

Their Day School program is an intensive option that blends daily training with playtime, making it ideal for owners seeking rapid progress. Group classes are held once a week for six weeks, and CGC prep includes an official AKC evaluation on the final day. All daycare packages are non-expiring, offering flexibility for busy pet owners.

Accomplishments

Offers AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluation administered by an official AKC evaluator. Trainers have been working with clients for multiple years, as evidenced by long-term customer relationships.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact the business by phone or email to schedule private lessons or inquire about group class availability. Daycare and Day School enrollment can be initiated by contacting the facility directly.

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  • 6+ Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 7am-6pm
Tuesday: 7am-6pm
Wednesday: 7am-6pm
Thursday: 7am-6pm
Friday: 7am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm
Sunday: Closed

Associations

  • AKC

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet groomer

Location

55 Calef Rd, Manchester, NH 03103

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