End of Leash (r)
Service area: Serves Brevard County, Florida, including Palm Bay and surrounding areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Other
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training programs are customized and include one-on-one sessions, in-home training, facility-based training, and intensive board and train options. Programs focus on building communication between owner and dog, with services ranging from basic obedience to advanced working dog skills like odor detection and protection sports. The End of Leash Training App supports ongoing practice between sessions.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not listed publicly; financing options are available. Clients are encouraged to call for customized quotes based on service type and program length.
Testimonials
Working with Rick was fabulous! Our dog Goose is a one year old Aussie-Rottie. He is playful and good natured, but also very strong and full of energy. Rick taught us how to establish rules of behavior for Goose that have created a much more enjoyable experience for Goose and for us. I am amazed at the progress we made together in a relatively short time. I now look forward to taking Goose on walks around the neighborhood and to parks instead of dreading it. Thanks Rick!
– Client
Rick was at our home this morning for an assessment regarding puppy issues. He’s phenomenal, highly professional and provides immediate tools to use to correct behavioral issues. We alert recommended him to a business associate!
– Client
I’ve been working with Rick for 3 weeks and the change in Phoenix has been fantastic. His behavior has completely changed. He is much better behaved than before. Can’t wait to continue our training.
– Client
About the Trainer
End of Leash is a dog training business run by Rick Nelson, a former Military and Law Enforcement K9 Handler with over 20 years of experience training high-drive working dogs. They offer personalized, one-on-one training solutions tailored to each dog’s unique needs and the owner’s goals. Rick focuses on teaching owners how to communicate effectively with their dogs, emphasizing that the owner’s development is as important as the dog’s training. Services include private obedience training, board and train programs, odor detection, tracking, sport protection, and police/law enforcement consulting. They also provide the End of Leash Training App to support ongoing learning. Their approach is grounded in real-world K9 experience from serving in the U.S. Air Force and Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
They serve dog owners in Brevard County, Florida, and have been recognized as the 2024 Brevard Community Choice Award winner for best pet trainer. Training is conducted in-home, at their facility, and through board and train options. Financing is available for services.
Rick works with dogs of all ages and types, including high-energy breeds like Australian Shepherds and Rottweilers, as well as rescue dogs. Clients report dramatic improvements in behavior, leash walking, reactivity, and overall harmony at home.
Accomplishments
Rick Nelson is a former U.S. Air Force K9 Handler who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom I and III and protected the President, Vice President, and foreign dignitaries. He later served as a K9 Handler and Instructor for the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office and as an FDLE K9 Team Evaluator. End of Leash won the 2024 Brevard Community Choice Award for best pet trainer.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to call or email to schedule an initial assessment. Training begins with a personalized evaluation to determine the dog’s needs and the owner’s goals, followed by development of a customized training plan.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 8am-5pm
Tuesday: 8am-5pm
Wednesday: 8am-5pm
Thursday: 8am-5pm
Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Pet trainer
Location
1627 Tigard St SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909Listing Tools for Trainers
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