Furry Feet Retreat And Training Center
Ranked #1 in Alexander and #2 in Arkansas
Service area: Furry Feet Retreat and Training Center is located in Alexander, Arkansas, and is well-known throughout the state of Arkansas, particularly in the Little Rock area. Their programs have historically helped families across the U.S.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Reactivity / Aggression
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
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
Furry Feet Retreat offers on-site puppy and beginner dog training programs, including private, one-on-one lessons utilizing positive reinforcement methods. Their Good Dog Behavior Academy provides weekly, one-on-one lessons, both online and on-site, focusing on building communication and muscle memory through repetition.
Additionally, they offer dog boarding with customized obedience training programs and private lessons, providing a safe environment with spacious acreage for dogs to run, play, and socialize.
Testimonials
“Love, love, love this place! My American Bulldog, Jasper, spent time here. I am 100% confident that each dog gets quality attention. Jeaneen is fantastic with dog training and problem behaviors.”
– Jennifer Bolding
“We have been going to Furry Feet Retreat for many years now. They have taken excellent care of my older blind dog, Logan. I highly recommend boarding and/or letting them train your dog or dogs.”
– Deb Johnson Fowler
“We have been taking all three of our dogs to Furry Feet Retreat for many years. We can go on vacation and know that our dogs are safe.”
– The Thomas’
About the Trainer
Furry Feet Retreat And Training Center is a dog training business owned by Dog Behaviorist Jeaneen Niel, offering comprehensive training programs and boarding services. They provide on-site puppy and beginner dog training programs, including private, one-on-one lessons.
Their Good Dog Behavior Academy offers both online and on-site training, focusing on building communication between dogs and owners through weekly, one-on-one lessons and repetition. Furry Feet Retreat also provides dog boarding where dogs can receive obedience training during their stay.
A unique advantage is the expertise of Jeaneen Niel, who has over 50 years of experience working with all dog breeds and is known as the “dog listener of Little Rock.” They teach with positive reinforcement methods and offer customized programs. The facility provides large, spacious acreage for dogs to run, play, and socialize during boarding. All dog breeds are welcome.
Accomplishments
Jeaneen Niel, the owner and a Dog Behaviorist, has over 50 years of experience working with all dog breeds. She is recognized as an expert in various training areas including reactive dog training, therapy dogs, obedience, boarding-training, and dog sports like rally, agility, conformation, and field trials.
Jeaneen is also known for dog seminars, search and rescue, and dog social skills in children classes, and is widely known across Arkansas as the “dog listener of Little Rock.”
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients are encouraged to call or text to schedule an appointment or to learn more about Furry Feet Retreat and the Good Dog Behavior Academy. It is important to leave a voice message when calling to receive a call back due to spam calls. Dog lessons must be approved and booked before payment.
Contact Information
Misc Features
- onsite services
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
- parking lot free
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service