Mayhem to Manners Dog Training
Service area: Serves Madison to Dodgeville, Wisconsin, including surrounding rural areas within driving distance.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- puppy
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Recall
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Resource Guarding
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Day Training
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Mayhem to Manners offers three core programs: “YOU Train” includes five 45–60 minute private lessons spaced 1–2 weeks apart over 1–2 months; “WE Train” is a day school program where dogs attend Tuesday–Thursday for 2–3 weeks, followed by three reinforcement lessons for owners; “FAST Train” is a 1–3 week residential immersion with follow-up private lessons. Puppy Preschool is a 4-week, 1-hour weekly class for puppies 7–16 weeks old. Post-program, alumni can join Momentum, Travel & Train, and Canine Enrichment classes.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is not publicly listed; clients must complete an application to receive program details and costs. Programs include 5-week private lesson packages, 2–3 week day school, and 1–3 week residential immersion, with follow-up lessons included.
Testimonials
“We started working with Mayhem to Manners as soon as our puppy was old enough. Our biggest struggle was keeping her off things she shouldn’t have (i.e. socks), releasing things once she did get them, and biting everything, people included. Ultimately, she didn’t know how to behave and we didn’t know how to communicate with her in a way she understood. Our dog now knows how to listen to us. We take her to many places to meet as many people and situations as possible. We consistently receive positive feedback on her behavior and temperament. Having the training greatly helped us work through the puppy stage and helped shape our dog into a trustworthy member of our family.”
– Anonymous
“I had the best experience with Kelly and my German Shepherd. We started out with puppy class and then at 4 months signed up for the ‘You Train Program’ which is weekly private lessons with Kelly. We learned so much in these sessions… Things like sit, place, down, heel, wait at doorway and come when called. After sessions Kelly emailed a summary of what we did and the things we needed to work on. Thanks to Mayhem to Manners I have a dog that is a delight to be around.”
– Anonymous
“We were referred to Kelly by friends who said they wished she lived with them and their dogs. Now we feel the same way! We enrolled our 6 month old boxer Tucker in her residential 10 day Fast Track program. When we came to pick him up we were astonished by what he had learned. He was like a new pup with skills we didn’t think possible in such a short time. Kelly is amazing – so knowledgeable, kind, caring, and supportive.”
– Anonymous
About the Trainer
Mayhem to Manners Dog Training helps dog owners in Madison to Dodgeville, Wisconsin build reliable, well-mannered dogs that thrive as part of the family. They specialize in off-leash reliability, basic obedience, and manners training using fun, effective methods that engage the entire family. Their training focuses on creating a balanced relationship between dog and owner, with programs tailored to different lifestyles. They offer three main training formats: “YOU Train” (weekly private lessons), “WE Train” (day school), and “FAST Train” (residential immersion). They also provide Puppy Preschool for puppies 7–16 weeks old, covering socialization, potty training, and bite inhibition. Post-training, owners can join ongoing classes like Momentum, Travel & Train, and Alumni Club, plus access a Facebook Accountability Community. Their approach emphasizes owner involvement, consistent reinforcement, and building trust even in high-distraction environments.
They do not offer grooming, boarding, walking, or daycare services, but focus exclusively on training and owner education.
The trainer, Kelly Johnson, is the primary instructor highlighted across all programs and testimonials, known for her gentle, knowledgeable, and supportive teaching style.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients must complete an online application form to begin the process. After submission, the team reviews the application and contacts the client via email to discuss goals and match them with the appropriate program.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8am-5pm
Wednesday: 8am-5pm
Thursday: 8am-5pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- Women-owned
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
- restroom unisex
- LGBTQ-friendly
- transgender safespace
Location
3408 Berg Rd, Dodgeville, WI 53533Listing Tools for Trainers
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