Midwest Working Dog Alliance

Programs include 6-week group classes (S.T.A.R. Puppy for puppies under 12 months, Pup Etiquette for dogs over 12 months), one-on-one training sessions, board and train programs (available in Findlay), and in-home sessions. Programs focus on foundational obedience, impulse control, leash manners, socialization, and behavior modification. They also offer AKC CGC, Trick Dog, and S.T.A.R. Puppy title evaluations. Personal protection dog training is offered through acquisition of pre-trained dogs or puppy placement with mentorship guidance.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $250 for a 6-week course. Boarding is $50 per day. Pet sitting is $35 per visit. Board and train and private lessons are available but pricing details require contacting the business directly. AKC title evaluations are included in training programs.

Policies

Responses to inquiries may take up to 2 business days. Inquiries are not answered after 5 PM EST. Board and train services are available only at the Findlay location. Pet sitting and boarding require clients to be within 10 miles of locations. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

Midwest Working Dog Alliance is a dog training business serving Ohio and Indiana, specializing in balanced training for working dogs, service dogs, sport dogs, and family pets. They offer one-on-one lessons, group classes, board and train programs, and in-home sessions. The team includes Chloe Tascoff, who is pursuing certification through CATCH and specializes in puppy development and obedience, and Cecilia Gerhart, a lawyer turned dog trainer focused on obedience and competitive sports. Vinicius Rocha brings over 20 years of experience in obedience, protection, and bitework training. They also sell health-tested, titled German Shepherd puppies and offer personal protection dogs. Additional services include pet sitting, boarding, and AKC title evaluations for CGC, Trick Dog, and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs. They speak Spanish and Portuguese for client convenience.

They focus on building strong owner-dog bonds through science-based, balanced methods and tailor programs to individual goals, whether for a chaotic puppy, a reactive adult, or a competitive athlete. Their S.T.A.R. Puppy and Pup Etiquette classes are structured six-week programs with clear milestones and AKC certification eligibility. Board and train services are available at their Findlay, OH location, and pet sitting/boarding are offered within 10 miles of their locations in Findlay and Indianapolis.

They emphasize responsible ownership, early socialization, and real-life behavior skills, helping owners navigate common challenges like leash pulling, chewing, separation anxiety, and impulse control.

Accomplishments

Chloe Tascoff is working toward certification through CATCH and trains her own dogs in IGP. Cecilia Gerhart trains her dog for competitive sports. Vinicius Rocha has over 20 years of experience in working and protection dog training. The business is an AKC-licensed evaluator for CGC, Trick Dog, and S.T.A.R. Puppy titles.

How to Get Started!

Interested clients should email or text with “Dog Training” in the subject line. For puppies, complete the puppy inquiry form before contacting. Group classes require online sign-up via Google Forms. Board and train inquiries should contact the Findlay location directly.