MidMo Dog Training

MidMo Dog Training offers a variety of programs, including multi-level obedience classes, agility training, private lessons, and specialized youth and performance classes. Obedience classes are structured in three levels: Level One covers basic obedience (sit, down, stay, come when called, walking nicely on a leash), addresses problem behaviors like barking and jumping, and introduces rally and agility sports, with opportunities for S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen awards. Level Two builds on Level One skills, focusing on distance commands, off-leash work, and advanced socialization, incorporating Rally, Confirmation Skills, Tricks, Freestyle Dance, and Drill Skills. Level Three is a catered class for advanced work, held at different locations.

Agility classes involve working with dogs through tunnels, weaves, jumps, and A-frames, also including Rally instruction. A specialized “Sassy Dog Agility” class is available for dogs with off-leash attitude or dog-to-dog aggression. MidMo Waggers is an energy-burning and social class requiring Level One obedience as a prerequisite. The 4-H SPIN Club is for youth handlers (ages 5-18 with an adult helper) focusing on tricks, obedience, and fun activities. The Show Dog/Tricks Class challenges dogs mentally with various tricks and performance opportunities, requiring Level One and Two obedience.

For those seeking intensive training, a Board and Train option is available, allowing dogs to improve skills during their stay, with a suggested four-week duration for maximum improvement, though shorter stays are offered.

Pricing Summary

Dog boarding is $30 per day, with a second dog costing $25 per day. Overnight stays are charged for both drop-off and pick-up days. Board and Train is $60 per day, increasing to $65 per day starting January 1, 2025.

Doggie daycare is $24 per day or $19 for a half-day (5 hours or less), with prices increasing to $26 per day or $21 per half-day starting December 1, 2024. Group training sessions, including Obedience and Agility, are $135 for a 6-week session, with a second dog costing $125.

Private lessons are $75 per hour at their facility or $95 per hour at your location, with an additional cost if over 20 miles. Youth classes (4-H/SPIN Club) are $40 for a 6-week session, and MidMo Waggers classes are $20 for a 6-week session. The Grooming School program costs $2,058, with optional book rental for $50 and equipment rental for $200, though rentals are currently waived for a limited time. An alternative payment option for the Grooming School involves working for MidMo Dog Training, with wages ($14-$15/hour during the 8-week program, $18-$25 after completion) going towards the tuition fee over a two-year employment commitment.

Policies

For boarding, a 48-hour cancellation notice is required before check-in time to avoid being charged. MidMo Dog Training reserves the right to cancel Grooming School classes if there is insufficient enrollment.

MidMo Dog Training, located in the heart of Jefferson City, is dedicated to supporting pets and their owners through a variety of services including dog training, boarding, daycare, and grooming. They operate from a new, climate-controlled facility spanning over 5,000 sq ft indoors, which includes a grooming area, training room, and boarding area, complemented by a 2,000+ sq ft outdoor play yard, training yard, and individual pens.

The business utilizes effective positive reinforcement training methods for their obedience and agility classes, which feature competition-grade obstacles. They offer enjoyable dog boarding in high-quality Gator Kennels, providing daily outdoor play opportunities. Super-fun doggie daycare is available for dogs to socialize, explore, and learn potty training under supervision, including a dedicated area for small dogs.

MidMo Dog Training also provides pet grooming services such as washing, brushing, teeth cleaning, and trimming. Additionally, they offer an 8-week Grooming School program for those interested in learning dog grooming, leading to certifications. The business also sells a variety of dog supplies, including collars, leashes, toys, harnesses, and treats.

They are involved in community initiatives by offering therapy dog evaluations and partnering with Freedom Dog Teams to train service dogs for veterans and individuals with disabilities. The instructor, Jennifer, brings over 15 years of experience and is a certified therapy dog evaluator and a certified Tricks Trainer.

Accomplishments

Jennifer, the instructor, has over 15 years of training experience. She is a certified therapy dog evaluator and a certified Tricks Trainer for Dog More with Your Dog and AKC Trick Evaluator. Jennifer has published articles in multiple magazines, including Canine Champion section of Sports Locker Magazine and APDT’s Chronicle of the Dog.

How to Get Started!

To sign up for boarding or board and train, clients can choose online or in-person options. Online sign-up involves contacting them for a private lesson (for Board and Train), filling out a registration form, and paying online or at drop-off. In-person sign-up requires contacting them to check availability and making a reservation, then registering and paying upon drop-off. All boarding clients must bring or email vet records (DHPP/Parvo, Rabies, and Bordetella).

For new daycare clients, a pre-daycare appointment is required to ensure suitability. This can be scheduled by filling out an online form or by contacting them for an in-person appointment. Returning daycare clients can simply pay online. Vet records are also required for daycare.

For training classes, clients can sign up online by filling out a form and then paying online, noting that a spot is not held until payment is received. Alternatively, clients can sign up in person by contacting them for class availability, then filling out and mailing a registration form with payment or registering and paying upon drop-off. For the Grooming School, interested individuals should fill out the provided form and can contact them via phone or email for questions.