Georgia Dog Gym

Georgia Dog Gym offers a 7-week Basic Training Group Class covering obedience commands and behavior correction, with homework and AKC title eligibility. Private lessons are customized to individual goals and include techniques like clicker training, lure and reward, and shaping. Board and train programs provide intensive 2–4 week residential training. Puppy camps focus on early socialization and foundational skills. Dog sports training includes agility, nose work, rally, freestyle, and parkour. All programs include behavior modification for issues like reactivity, anxiety, and aggression.

Pricing Summary

Basic group class costs $250 for a 7-week course. Private lessons start at $575 for a six-lesson program. Board and train, puppy camp, and other intensive programs have variable pricing based on duration and needs. Testing for AKC titles incurs additional fees. Online house training course offers a 50% discount with coupon code POTTY until 12/31/2025.

Georgia Dog Gym is a professional dog training facility in Rome, Georgia, led by certified trainers Cyndy Douan and Jennifer Cullari, with over 60 years of combined experience in canine behavior, training, and competition. They offer a wide range of services including group classes, private lessons, puppy camps, board and train programs, and day training. Their facility is equipped for dog sports such as agility, nose work, rally, freestyle dance, and dog parkour. They specialize in both basic obedience and complex behavior modification for issues like separation anxiety, aggression, reactivity, and fearfulness. They also provide an online house training course and emphasize positive, tailored methods that adapt to each dog’s temperament and owner’s preferences. Their staff is certified through the International Association of Canine Professionals, and they have mentored numerous teams to national and worldwide success in dog sports.

They welcome all dog ages—from puppies to seniors—and all breeds, including herding, sporting, working, and doodle types. Clients can choose from structured programs like a 7-week Basic Training Class or customized private lesson packages. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and designed for safe, effective training. They also offer pet boarding and daycare services, making them a comprehensive resource for dog owners in Northwest Georgia.

Accomplishments

Cyndy Douan is a Past President and founding member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and an IACP Certified Dog Training Instructor. The facility has mentored multiple dog sport teams to national and worldwide success. One trainer, Flank Sinatra, was inducted into the 2021 DockDogs Hall of Fame.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must call to schedule an evaluation before enrolling in private lessons or intensive programs. Group classes require online registration via a JotForm link. Board and train and puppy camp programs require prior consultation to determine suitability and duration.