Guy Yeaman Professional Dog Training

Group obedience classes are held weekly for six weeks, one hour per session, in multiple locations. Private training is customized and conducted at the client’s home. Inboard training lasts 6–12 weeks and includes a required group class for the owner to learn training methods for continuity at home. Training covers basic and advanced obedience, behavior modification, and specialized skills for service, guide, and working dogs.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $100 for a 6-week course ($110 for non-residents in Sparks). Private training pricing varies by driving distance and needs; contact for a quote. Inboard training includes a free group class and requires contact for rate details.

Policies

Group class sign-ups require advance registration through local recreation departments. Private and inboard training require direct phone consultation. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website.

Guy Yeaman, known as “The Dog Man,” is a professional dog trainer with over 50 years of experience working with dogs of all types, including family pets, service dogs, guide dogs, and working dogs. He offers group obedience classes, private one-on-one training, and inboard (board-and-train) programs designed to meet individual needs. His training philosophy centers on repetition and praise, emphasizing positive reinforcement and consistent leadership to build a strong bond between dog and owner. Guy conducts group classes through local municipal recreation departments across Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Gardnerville, and the Lake Tahoe areas, and provides private sessions at clients’ homes to address specific behavioral issues like aggression, anxiety, leash pulling, and excessive barking. His inboard training program includes a required group class for owners to learn how to maintain consistency after the dog returns home.

Guy’s background includes specialized police canine training from 1968–1974 and ongoing work with animal control agencies, humane societies, and community organizations. He is deeply involved in local communities, offering programs for youth, participating in career days, and supporting animal welfare initiatives. His decades of hands-on experience and community integration make him a trusted local resource for dog owners seeking reliable, personalized training.

He prefers phone contact and does not offer video calls, boarding as a standalone service, or pet grooming, walking, or boarding beyond his inboard training program.

Accomplishments

Over 50 years of professional dog training experience since 1974. Former professional canine trainer at Starker Guard Dog Service (1968–1974), specializing in police canine training. Trained dogs for police departments in Sacramento, San Francisco, Concord, and Livermore. Active member of multiple animal control agencies and humane societies. Participates in community programs including Boy Scouts merit badges, school career days, and Make-A-Wish Foundation.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should contact Guy by phone at 775-265-4530 to discuss training needs. Group class enrollment requires signing up in advance through local recreation departments. Private and inboard training require a phone consultation to determine pricing and availability.