Havenlea Dog Training Centre

4.5 Stars,52 Reviews

4875 NW 57th Ln, Ocala, FL 34482

Service area: Serves Ocala and surrounding areas in Florida.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Competition / Agility
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Basic Obedience
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Separation Anxiety
Barking Excessively
Potty Training
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Lessons
Group Classes
Private Facility

Program Formats

Ongoing Weekly
Sessions Package

Types of Dogs

Small
Medium
Large
Herding
Sporting
Working
Terriers
Doodles

Age of Dogs Trained

Puppy (<1 year)
Adolescent (1-2 years)
Adult (2-8 years)
Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars
✓ Obstacle Courses

Havenlea offers structured group classes in multiple levels: Companion Dog Course 1 (basic obedience), Companion Dog Course 2 (intermediate), Competition Obedience/Rally, Intro to Agility, Intermediate Agility, and Competition Agility. Classes meet multiple times per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Each course runs for 8 weeks with weekly homework assignments. Private training is available for individualized behavior modification. Scent Work and Rally are offered as specialized programs. All programs emphasize progressive skill-building and owner education.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not explicitly listed on the website; clients are directed to register or pay online for classes and workshops. Payment options include online purchase for classes and workshops, with no public rate schedule provided.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact Georgia directly for inquiries.

Testimonials

Schultz and I recommend Georgia’s classes. He is my first dog. Had bad separation anxiety and destroyed a few things but adding her classes and foundation to him with training his behavior improved over time. They are great value for the cost. I learn better myself by doing which her classes did. You get to see then do with excellent critique from her and then practice on your own between classes. She’s a very balanced trainer and a great teacher.
– William Callahan, Ocala, FL

My 16 year old daughter, Amanda, became interested in dog training through our local 4H club. After getting a taste of obedience, rally, and agility at the county and state fair level; she and our dog Tagalong were hooked. When our 4H year ended we wanted to continue our training on a more professional level… Georgia is exceptional, through her training my daughters confidence level has increased and both she and the dog have made great advancements… Georgia’s training techniques are very positive and keep the dog and handler very motivated.
– Polly Velez, Ocala, FL

We adopted (from a humane society) Bohdi (a Pit Bull) in August, 2011… We tried a pet store class and gave up on that after two classes. Our little boy was too aggressive for a group setting! … Georgia came to our house, talked to both of us, spent some time with Bohdi, and agreed to work with us. By the time she left on that first day Bohdi responded to all the basic commands… He has completed the 2 levels of the HDTC Companion Dog Course – GROUP classes – and earned his Canine Good Citizen title.
– Barbara and Jack Peters, Ocala, FL

About the Trainer

Havenlea Dog Training Centre, led by Georgia A. Thomas, offers group and private dog training services in Ocala, Florida, focused on building strong owner-dog partnerships through positive, effective methods. They provide structured group classes in Basic Obedience, Competition Obedience/Rally, Agility, and Scent Work, as well as private training sessions for tailored behavior needs. Georgia is a NADOI Certified Instructor with a reputation for balancing clear instruction with patience, helping both dogs and owners succeed. The center emphasizes hands-on learning, homework assignments between classes, and creating a fun, motivating environment. Clients report significant improvements in behavior, confidence, and bonding, with success stories ranging from rescue dogs with aggression to competitive agility teams and young 4H participants. The facility supports dogs of all ages and sizes, with resources available online for crate training, house training, and equipment guidance.

Georgia’s approach focuses on training the owner as much as the dog, ensuring long-term success through consistent practice and understanding. Her classes are designed to be accessible to beginners while offering advanced pathways for those pursuing competition titles like CGC, Rally, and Agility trials. The center also provides online homework modules and articles to reinforce learning outside of class.

Clients appreciate the supportive community, clear communication, and Georgia’s ability to work with challenging cases, including aggressive or anxious dogs, often where other trainers have failed.

Accomplishments

Georgia A. Thomas is a NADOI Certified Instructor. Her students have earned Canine Good Citizen titles, passed AKC Temperament Tests, and competed in obedience, rally, and agility trials. She has trained dogs for 4H programs and helped families with challenging behavioral cases, including aggression and separation anxiety.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call Georgia to discuss their dog’s needs, visit a class to observe, and then register for a course online. A free class observation is implied as a first step.

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Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Evening
Afternoon

Certifications

NADOI

Associations

Languages

English

wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

Pet trainer

Location