Good Vibes Dog Training
Service area: Serves Houston neighborhoods including The Heights, Upper Kirby, West University, Spring Branch, Cypress, Tomball, Sugar Land, Oak Forest, Bellaire, and Pearland.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Potty Training
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Terriers
- Doodles
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
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training programs include private lessons for basic obedience and behavior modification, intensive board and train programs (1–2 weeks) with daily training videos and end-of-program parent sessions, day training with socialization and daily updates, and virtual consultations. All programs are customized to the dog’s needs and include ongoing communication with pet parents. The board and train program includes a 90-minute follow-up session for stays over seven nights.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is structured by service type: private obedience training packages range from 1 to 15 lessons; board and train programs are offered in 1- or 2-week durations with daily videos and follow-up sessions; dog walking is sold in adventure packages (3 or 5 sessions of 3 or 5 hours total); virtual advice sessions are available in 30, 45, 60, or 75-minute increments. Specific pricing not listed publicly.
Testimonials
“James is such a great trainer, and really does emulate good vibes! We did basic obedience lessons with him for our golden retriever puppy, starting when she was 4 months old! We mainly focused on house manners/politely greeting guests, leash walking (in different environments) and most importantly, how to communicate with her. I don’t know who learned more, us or our puppy!…”
-Lydia W.
“Sending our 3 month old golden retriever puppy (Bristol) to James for a week of potty/puppy training was the best thing we could have done. We went from having 5+ accidents in the house a day to NONE!!!! She came home with such better manners, too. She’s still a young pup, but she has structure in her now that she didn’t have before, and we give all the credit to James. I highly recommend this for any puppy.”
-Jen B.
“I contacted Good Vibes Dog Training after taking in my sweet Hershey, who was a stray. We decided to go with the Board & Train Program and are just so impressed with the entire experience! They were so loving, kind, and patient with my guy and I’m so grateful for that. James sent me daily training videos of the work he was doing with Hershey and they were so informative and reassuring.”
-Natalie
About the Trainer
Good Vibes Dog Training is a Houston-based dog training business owned by James Clay and supported by a small team of professional trainers, including Erika Whitney. They specialize in positive reinforcement training methods, avoiding prong, choke, or e-collars, and focus on building a strong, joyful bond between dogs and their owners. Services include private obedience training, behavior modification, board and train programs, day training, dog walking, pet boarding, and virtual consultations. Their board and train programs include daily training videos and personalized wrap-ups with pet parents. They emphasize creating a fun, stress-free learning environment and tailor programs to each dog’s needs, whether puppy, rescue, or adult. Their facility feels like a home away from home, with dogs socializing and receiving individualized attention.
They serve clients across Houston neighborhoods including The Heights, Upper Kirby, West University, Spring Branch, Cypress, Tomball, Sugar Land, Oak Forest, Bellaire, and Pearland. Clients praise their patience, communication, and results—especially in potty training, leash walking, and reducing destructive behaviors. James and Erika are known for their deep connection with dogs and their commitment to educating pet parents alongside training their pets.
Accomplishments
Featured on the “Htowns Best” List. Trained 375+ happy dogs and served 50+ proud clients. James Clay is the owner and primary trainer with extensive hands-on experience, particularly with puppies and rescue dogs.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins by submitting a message through their contact form with details about their dog and training goals. They respond within 24–48 hours to discuss needs and recommend the best program. No free initial consultation is offered.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
Hours
8:30am-5:30pm
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog walker
- Pet boarding service
Location
1906 Lynnview Dr, Houston, TX 77055Listing Tools for Trainers
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