Masterpeace Dog Training

MasterPeace Dog Training offers a wide variety of classes for dogs of all breeds and ages, using science-based, positive training methods including clicker training. Classes are typically 6 or 7 weeks long, with the first session for Puppy Kindergarten and Beginner Pet Obedience meeting without dogs to discuss methods and answer questions.

Programs include Pet Obedience (Puppy Kindergarten, Graduate Puppy, Beginner Pet Obedience, Continuing Education, CGC Prep), Competition Obedience (Introduction, Novice, Open, Utility, Rally Obedience), Nose Work (Intro to K9 Nose Work, Intro to Venues, Intro to Odor, Continuing Nose Work, Sniffing for Fun), Distracted Dog Classes (based on ‘Control Unleashed’), Reactive Dog Classes (based on ‘Click to Calm’), Service Dog Classes (Service Dog Task Foundations, Public Access Training, MasterPeace Public Access Test), Special Offerings, and Private Training & Behavior Consults.

Private training and behavior consults are available for those who prefer one-on-one assistance or have specific behavioral challenges like reactivity, inappropriate greetings, resource guarding, or anxiety. They also offer ring rentals.

Pricing Summary

Classes typically run for 6 or 7 weeks. Puppy Kindergarten, Graduate Puppy, Beginner Pet Obedience, and Continuing Education classes are $200 for 7 weeks. Loose Leash Walking, Competition Obedience, Rally Obedience, Nose Work, and Dog Tricks classes are $180-$195 for 6 weeks. Service Dog Tasks and Service Dog Continuing Ed classes are $225 for 6 weeks. Dog Trail Training is $195 for 6 weeks. Breed Handling is a weekly drop-in for $20. Dog Sports Sampler is $185 for 4 weeks. Reactive Dog 1 & 2 classes are $250 for 6 weeks. All classes must be paid in full at the time of registration.

Policies

A full refund minus a $40 processing fee is available up to 48 hours before the start of class. A 50% refund is available from 48 hours until the start of class. No refunds are given after a class has begun; only credit is offered. Returned checks incur a $25 fee. Makeup classes are not available for missed sessions; however, clients can attend class without their dog to observe or request handouts with homework lessons.

Established in October 2001, MasterPeace Dog Training is a full-service dog training center that has trained thousands of pet owners and their dogs. They offer a multitude of classes, from Family Pet Classes to competition-level classes.

Founded by Fran and Mike Masters, the business uses science-based, positive training methods, including clicker training, to teach dogs and handlers in an effective and fun way. Their philosophy emphasizes helping owners communicate with their dogs and understand their dogs’ communication, aiming for a well-mannered dog that can participate fully in family life and avoid behavioral problems.

They believe that when training is fun for both dog and handler, both look forward to sessions, pay more attention, train more often, and continue learning throughout the dog’s life. The instructors strive to address individual issues by leaving time for questions and answers in each class. They also offer ring rentals.

Accomplishments

MasterPeace Dog Training was established in October 2001 and has trained thousands of pet owners and their dogs. The business was founded by Fran and Mike Masters. Their competition obedience and rally instructors include three AKC obedience judges and one Rally judge, all of whom have put many advanced titles on their own dogs and guided students to do the same. Corey Silva, a Service Dog instructor, holds ABCSDT and CTDI certifications and has degrees in Applied Mathematics from Brown University and Tuft’s University.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can register online for Pet Classes (Puppy Kindergarten, Graduate Puppy, Beginner Pet Obedience, Continuing Education, CGC Prep), Intro to Nose Work, Distracted Dog, Excellent/Masters Rally Obedience, Therapy Dog Team Prep, Cooperative Play, and Tricks classes. Payment in full is required to hold a class spot. For Nose Work (other than Intro), Agility, Novice/Intermediate Rally, Competition Obedience, or Reactive Dog classes, clients must call the office for approval prior to registering. Private Training or Behavior Consults also require contacting the business to schedule.