Greatest American Dog Trainers

Greatest American Dog Trainers offers a variety of programs designed to build a strong bond between dogs and their owners using positive reinforcement. Training options include Board & Train programs and 1:1 Private Sessions, ensuring personalized attention. The Perfect Puppy Program focuses on essential early training for puppies aged 8-24 weeks, covering socialization, acclimation, basic obedience, crate training, and potty training.

Day Training is available for maintenance and refresher skills, emphasizing focus, attention, and cot work, with daily photo/report cards and a training video after 5 consecutive days. Group classes are scheduled to begin in January 2025, providing a supportive environment for learning and bonding. Workshops are also offered.

Their facility, “The Den,” provides boarding services with cozy cabins and includes daily “CAMP” (structured daycare). Dogs can upgrade to the “Adventure Zone,” a wilderness-inspired, climate-controlled indoor experience with mental and physical stimulation led by certified trainers. The Den also offers grooming services.

Beyond direct dog services, Travis Brorsen provides various speaking programs, including Keynote presentations for corporate events, Master of Ceremonies for fundraisers, and “Adventures with Travis & Presley,” an early childhood development curriculum covering manners, teamwork, and diversity, available with books in Spanish and English. He also conducts School Appearances and supports the Ground Zero kids education program, focusing on community and compassion.

Pricing Summary

Boarding rates are charged per night: Single Night is $105, a 5-night package is $475 ($95/night), a 10-night package is $850 ($85/night), and a 20-night package is $1500 ($75/night). An additional daycare fee of $50 applies if picking up after 9:30 AM.

Day Training costs $93 for a single day, $455 for a 5-day package, $910 for a 10-day package, and $1,740 for a 20-day package. The Adventure Zone Add-On is $47 for a single day, $225 for a 5-day package, $430 for a 10-day package, and $820 for a 20-day package. CAMP (daycare) is $67 for a single day, $325 for a 5-day package, $630 for a 10-day package, and $1,220 for a 20-day package.

A Puppy Workshop is available for $75. Pricing for Board & Train, Group Classes, Private Lessons, Workshops, and Grooming services can be obtained by emailing training@travisbrorsen.com.

Policies

Boarding is charged per night, similar to a hotel. If a dog is picked up before 9:30 AM, there is no additional charge beyond the single-night rate. However, if pick-up occurs after 9:30 AM, an additional daycare fee applies.

For training services, while Travis assures that his teachings are effective, he does not guarantee compliance or follow-through from every client, emphasizing that client willingness, participation, and consistency are crucial for success.

The facility does not allow dogs that are aggressive towards people but is committed to working with people-reactive dogs. They have a socialization program that places dogs into small playgroups, or “packs,” ranging from two to a maximum of 12 dogs. For dogs that do not get along with other dogs, individualized attention is provided by professionals.

Regarding vaccinations, they recommend consulting a veterinarian but assure clients that the facility is disinfected between sessions with Rescue, a vet-grade disinfectant cleaner. For unaltered dogs, they also recommend consulting a veterinarian and note that training sessions will not involve strenuous exercises like running or jumping.

Greatest American Dog Trainers, founded and led by Travis Brorsen, offers comprehensive dog training services focused on building strong relationships between people and their dogs through compassionate and effective positive reinforcement. They emphasize kindness, patience, and understanding in every interaction, aiming to empower both dogs and their human companions to thrive.

The business provides a family-centric approach, tailoring methods to seamlessly integrate into the dynamic lives of families, including those with or without children of any age. They prioritize inclusivity, recognizing the unique needs of every family unit.

In addition to training, Greatest American Dog Trainers operates “The Den,” a facility offering premiere boarding, Adventure Zone Day Camp (a Montessori-inspired daycare), and grooming services. They also offer a range of pet products, including health and wellness items, organic dog treats, and beef jerky treats, some of which are packaged by a non-profit providing jobs for adults with disabilities.

For those seeking online resources, they provide “The Dog Party Hub,” a unique digital platform with searchable dog training content, including videos, audio files, and a kid’s corner. Travis Brorsen is also available for various speaking engagements, including corporate events, fundraisers, school appearances, and educational programs like “Adventures with Travis & Presley” for early childhood development.

Accomplishments

Travis Brorsen is the Founder and CEO of Greatest American Dog Trainers. He is widely recognized as the host of Animal Planet’s “My Big Fat Pet Makeover” and Discovery +’s “Puppy Bowl Presents: The Dog Games.” In 2008, he won CBS’ national dog training competition, “The Greatest American Dog.”

An accomplished author and speaker, Travis is a sought-after guest on national television shows such as Rachel Ray, Tamron Hall, and Fox and Friends. His work and story have been featured in prominent publications including the New York Times, Variety, and People Magazine.

The team includes Steve Zorn, a Certified Trainer and Behavior Specialist with over 20 years of experience. Steve co-founded and ran an animal rescue for 14 years, during which he rescued, rehabilitated, trained, and rehomed over 1000 dogs, including rare and challenging breeds. He has trained German Shepherds for competitive dog sports for 25 years, was involved in founding and leading working dog clubs, and trained several German Shepherds prior to their acceptance into police K-9 academies. Steve also holds an Advanced Trainer Certification from Dog Wizard.

How to Get Started!

To begin services with Greatest American Dog Trainers, clients should navigate to their website, travisbrorsen.com. From there, access the menu tab and click on “training.” Clients then select the New Client Form that best aligns with their geographical location or specific needs to submit an inquiry. All training sessions, except for the Perfect Puppy Program, are conducted as 1:1 private sessions.