Good Dog 101

Good Dog 101 offers structured 6-week group classes in S.T.A.R. Puppy, Canine Good Citizen, Trick Dog, and Agility (Starter, Advanced, Competition levels). Classes meet once weekly for 1 hour. Private lessons are available for obedience, manners, or agility at any level. Agility training progresses from foundational skills to competition-level handling. The Canine Good Citizen program prepares dogs for a 10-skill evaluation. Trick Dog classes teach behaviors like spin, roll over, and high-five, with opportunities to earn AKC titles.

Pricing Summary

Group classes (6-week sessions) cost $150 and last approximately 1 hour. Private lessons are $35 for 30 minutes or $70 for 1 hour. All classes are paid per session, with no mention of discounts or packages beyond the 6-week structure.

Good Dog 101 is a dog training business founded 30 years ago by Vincent Madeiros, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) since 2002 and re-certified in 2021. Vincent uses only positive reinforcement methods to help dog owners build strong, joyful relationships with their dogs through training. The business offers group classes and private lessons at a dedicated indoor facility with competition-approved rubber surfaces and agility equipment. Services include S.T.A.R. Puppy, Canine Good Citizen, Trick Dog, and Agility training at Starter, Advanced, and Competition levels. Vincent also competes in AKC and USDAA agility trials with his own dogs, bringing real-world expertise to training. The facility is designed for both beginners and advanced handlers, with a focus on making training fun and effective for dogs and owners alike.

In addition to training, Good Dog 101 offers PIX & FLIX, a canine photography service that captures portraits of dogs to preserve memories. The business emphasizes team-based training, where both dog and owner learn together, and tailors instruction to each dog’s personality and goals.

Vincent is a Professional Premium Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and continues his education through seminars and conferences.

Accomplishments

Vincent Madeiros is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) since 2002, re-certified in 2021. He is a Professional Premium Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. He competes in AKC and USDAA agility with his Border Collies, Dewalt and Vibe. Dewalt earned Top 10 rankings in USDAA 2018 in multiple classes and placed second in Grand Prix at the 2021 USDAA Cynosport World Games. Both Dewalt and Holly (retired) hold Agility Dog Championship titles and Lifetime Achievement awards.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Good Dog 101 via phone or the online contact form to choose a class and book a spot. Class schedules are posted with start dates (e.g., Saturday, Feb. 10), and enrollment is required in advance. A free assessment is not offered; clients must select and pay for a class to begin.