Friend of Familiars Animal Training

5.0 Stars,8 Reviews
800 Jean Dr, Dayton, OH 45415

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Therapy Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Potty Training
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • In-Home

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Doodles
  • Working
  • Sporting

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

Susan provides individualized training sessions focused on behavior modification, basic obedience, puppy preparation, and therapy dog readiness. Training is conducted in the client’s home to address real-life scenarios and includes guidance on coat maintenance and puppy-proofing. Programs are tailored to each dog’s needs and may involve ongoing sessions to reinforce progress.

Testimonials

“Susan helped us prepare our Goldendoodle puppy Milo to be the best boy! She was very helpful and educated us on coat maintenance, potty training and basic obedience. She was able to meet us in our house to help puppy proof too! Great trainer and worth every penny.”
– Susan

“Susan was so helpful in preparing our Rottweiler pup Henry! She taught him to sit, down, stay and helped us teach him not to pull us on leash!”
– Susan

“We took our 9 month Yorkie to Susan for puppy prep school. Susan did a wonderful job with him. He has really calmed down and obeying much better.”
– Susan

About the Trainer

Friend of Familiars Animal Training is a dog training business led by Susan, who provides individualized training to help dog owners achieve harmony at home. She addresses a wide range of behaviors including leash-pulling, potty training, basic obedience, socialization, and preparation for therapy animals. Susan offers in-home sessions to help puppy-proof homes and tailor training to each dog’s needs, making her approach highly personalized and practical for families. She is praised for her knowledge, relatable teaching style, and ability to make training feel achievable for owners of all experience levels.

Susan works with dogs of all ages and breeds, including Goldendoodles, Rottweilers, Yorkies, Malamutes, and other doodles, helping them become well-behaved family companions. Her services extend beyond obedience to include coat maintenance guidance and behavior modification plans that improve daily life for both pets and owners.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with in-home training sessions tailored to the dog’s specific needs, including behavior assessment and customized planning for obedience, socialization, or therapy preparation.

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    Hours

    Monday: 10am-8pm
    Tuesday: 10am-8pm
    Wednesday: 10am-8pm
    Thursday: 10am-8pm
    Friday: 10am-8pm
    Saturday: 10am-8pm
    Sunday: 10am-8pm

    Languages

    • English

    Other Services Offered

    • Pet groomer

    Location

    800 Jean Dr, Dayton, OH 45415

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