JM Canine Services

JM Canine Services offers structured 6-week group classes in Basic Obedience, Intermediate AKC Canine Good Citizen, Advanced AKC Community Canine, and Trick Training. The Puppy Package includes 5 private in-home 1-hour sessions plus the 6-week Basic Obedience class. Custom training is available for behavioral issues via a $150–$175 evaluation, followed by a personalized plan. Advanced classes require prior AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. Classes are held at PetSuperMarket in Oviedo, FL.

Pricing Summary

Basic Obedience and Intermediate classes cost $210 for new clients, $200 for returning clients or SCAS adoptions. The Puppy Package is $850 for new clients ($800 for returning/SCAS). Custom training evaluations range from $150–$175, with pricing for individual sessions varying based on needs. All prices are listed per class or package, with no mention of hourly rates for private sessions beyond the evaluation.

Policies

Client applications require a liability waiver releasing JM Canine Services from responsibility for injury to the dog, owner, or guests during training. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

JM Canine Services is a dog training business owned and operated by John McGrath, a certified trainer with over 20 years of experience serving Central Florida. John provides both group classes and private in-home training sessions focused on positive reinforcement, consistency, and family involvement. His programs include Basic Obedience, Intermediate AKC Canine Good Citizen, Advanced AKC Community Canine, Trick Training, and customized behavior modification for issues like jumping, resource guarding, separation anxiety, and aggression. He also offers a comprehensive Puppy Package that combines 5 private in-home sessions with a 6-week Basic Obedience class. John is an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and volunteers with local shelters and rescue groups. He trains all breeds and ages, from puppies to senior dogs, and emphasizes creating a safe, fun learning environment for both dogs and their families.

In addition to training, John supports the community through educational lectures, demonstrations, and partnerships with veterinarians and animal control. His facility is located in Oviedo, FL, and he serves clients across Seminole County and the Greater Orlando area.

John’s approach is grounded in pet psychology and hands-on experience, with a strong emphasis on results—backed by a guarantee that dog owners will see change by the end of the first session.

Accomplishments

John McGrath has been training dogs since 1994 and has trained thousands in Central Florida. He is a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, trained at the St. Augustine Canine Center, and serves as a board member for Seminole County Animal Control. He volunteers with Seminole County Animal Shelter and Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, and is frequently referred to by veterinarians and rescue groups.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must complete a contact form or call to schedule an evaluation for custom training, which includes a 1-hour assessment to determine needs and create a personalized plan. For group classes, clients select a class and register via the website or by contacting the business directly.