Family Dog Training
Service area: Serves East Cobb, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, and Alpharetta within 10 miles of 30068 zip code.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- puppy
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Potty Training
- Recall
- Barking Excessively
- Jumping on People
- Biting / Nipping
- Separation Anxiety
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Family Dog Training offers in-home private sessions tailored to each dog’s needs. Programs include a 3-session Basic Manners Package for puppies and dogs 8 weeks and older, single sessions for specific behavior issues, Pre-Puppy Planning to prepare households, and Post-Puppy Arrival support for new owners. Training covers basic manners, housebreaking, loose leash walking, socialization, recall, and dog fitness. All sessions emphasize positive reinforcement and owner education to ensure long-term success.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Basic Manners Package: $275 for 3 one-hour in-home sessions. Single Sessions: $95 per hour. Pre-Puppy Planning and Post-Puppy Arrival sessions: $95 each. All sessions are in-home and require advance scheduling. Refund and cancellation policies apply as outlined on the website.
Policies
Client must read policies before payment. Policies include requirements for registration and refund eligibility. No specific cancellation or rescheduling details are provided in the content.
Testimonials
Highly Recommend Kris for Dog Training!
I can’t say enough great things about Kris and the incredible work they’ve done with my puppy! Before training, my pup struggled with barking at strangers and other dogs, making walks and social outings stressful. Kris provided expert guidance, effective techniques, and a patient, supportive approach that truly transformed our experience.
Not only has my puppy’s barking significantly improved, but our time together is now so much more enjoyable. Kris helped me understand my dog’s behavior and gave me the tools to reinforce positive habits in a way that works. Their professionalism, knowledge, and genuine love for animals made all the difference.
If you’re looking for a dedicated and skilled dog trainer, I highly recommend Kris. They have made a huge impact on both my pup’s behavior and my confidence as a dog owner!
– Client
Kris worked with my four month old Australian shepherd and completely transformed his temperament and obedience. She puts a heavy emphasis on teaching the owner, which has been extremely important considering I’m with my dog every day while Kris is there for weekly sessions. She set clear goals with me to work on weekly with my dog and helped me to understand/fix some of the things I was doing wrong with my dog. 10/10, would be my trainer of choice to recommend to anybody in the area.
– Client
We adopted a rescue dog “Lucy” recently and she has been doing very well with training and has settled in well. We felt that a private lesson come assist us in improving our training and enhance our lives with our new dog. We had a lesson with Kris yesterday and found her to be delightful and extremely knowledgeable. We feel that she provided us with a vast amount of information and has us and Lucy on track to enjoy our time together. We would highly recommend her to any that has a new dog.
– Client
My family originally scheduled for our puppy to be trained and to gain some help with potty -training our pup and it was the worst decision we made with this company . The trainer (female) came into our home and essentially did her job until she made two rude comments . One comment was when she was explaining how to use the crate effectively and efficiently. She stated that we must crate our puppy and it helps to play music to calm them and drown outside noise so they won’t bark . She then looks at my African -American family and says, “no hip hop or rap music ” with a chuckle. We don’t listen to that music as we are believers in Christ and only play positive music especially around two young children . She then makes another UNNECESSARY comment about my two children . As they’re playing in the hall with two nerf guns and blocks she says , “if those need bullets hit me , I won’t be to happy about it ” and then gives us a diatribe about kids play in her yard and a need fun hit her dog . Not only do I feel as though we as a family waisted time and money but waisted space where my kids could play but rather moved them in their home away so she can have the space and time she needed . As an educator in the East cobb area and an esteemed member of East cobb I am embarrassed, angry , and feel like I’ve waisted my time. The only reason I have two stars was because she was timely and some what knowledgeable on dogs .
– Client
Milo enjoyed and learned a lot…Kris is awesome!!!
Thank you
– Client
About the Trainer
Family Dog Training is a locally owned and operated dog training business serving families in East Cobb, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, and Alpharetta. Founded by Kris Furrow, a long-time East Cobb resident with over 30 years in the community, the business specializes in positive, force-free dog training designed to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. Services include in-home private sessions focused on basic manners, housebreaking, loose leash walking, socialization, dog fitness, and behavior modification for puppies and older dogs. Kris is a certified FitPAWS and K9 Fit Club Master Trainer with a background in education and volunteer work with shelters and assistance dogs. The training approach emphasizes teamwork, consistency, and humor to make learning enjoyable for both pets and owners.
Family Dog Training offers tailored programs including a Puppy or Dog Basic Manners Package (3 sessions), Single Sessions for specific issues, Pre-Puppy Planning, and Post-Puppy Arrival support. All training is conducted in the client’s home to ensure real-life application. Kris is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and is pursuing CPDT-KA certification. The business is bonded and insured, and all methods are rooted in positive reinforcement without the use of force or fear.
Accomplishments
Kris Furrow is a FitPAWS Master Trainer, Certified K9 Fit Club Master Trainer, Wag it Games Trainer, and member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. She holds an M.S. in Education from Ohio State University and a B.S. from Purdue University. She has over 12 years of volunteer experience with dog rescue, shelters, and assistance dog organizations, including Canine Assistants, Georgia Aquarium, and Adopt-A-Golden. She is pending CPDT-KA certification from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
How to Get Started!
Client can select a session type from the website, then contact Family Dog Training via phone or email to schedule an in-home session. No free initial consultation is offered.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
9am-9pm
Certifications
- FitPAWS Master Trainer
- K9 Fit Club Master Trainer
Associations
- APDT
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
4880 Lower Roswell Rd Suite 165-141, Marietta, GA 30068Listing Tools for Trainers
For Family Dog Training Only
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