Naked Dog Training

Programs include Dog Training Fundamentals, Fundamentals PLUS, Off-Leash Training (Life’s an Adventure), Rescue Dog Training, PupStart, Problem Solving, Board and Train, Day School, and Aggressive Dog Training. Board and train lasts a minimum of 3 weeks with weekly owner lessons post-return. Day school is offered for owners who prefer their dog to return home at night. All programs include owner instruction and ongoing support.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is structured around flat-rate programs for board and train and day school, with no additional charges based on duration. Free evaluations and phone consultations are offered with no obligation. Weekly follow-up lessons are included in program packages.

Policies

No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated. Free phone consultations are available with no obligation. Same-day evaluations and enrollments are available for urgent cases. Programs are structured with flat rates regardless of duration.

Naked Dog Training is a professional dog training business serving pet owners in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, specializing in behavior modification for reactive and aggressive dogs, as well as rehabilitation of rescue dogs. They offer a balanced training approach rooted in European dog sports and elite K9 tactical training, emphasizing both control and freedom to create calm, well-mannered companions. Their services include private and group training, board and train, day school, and in-person evaluations, with a strong focus on off-leash control, reactivity, and resource guarding. They provide comprehensive instruction to owners to ensure long-term success, and their trainers maintain ongoing communication and support throughout the process.

They operate from a facility in Methuen, MA, and serve local communities including Salem NH, Dracut, Andover, Haverhill, and Boston. Their programs are designed to address the root causes of behavioral issues, not just symptoms, and they offer same-day evaluations for urgent cases. The business was founded by John Whittaker, a former trainer of elite protection dogs, who adapted high-level K9 techniques for pet owners.

Additional services include free phone consultations, weekly follow-up lessons after board and train, and educational blog content on rescue dog care and behavior. They also offer video content and client testimonials to showcase results.

Accomplishments

Founder John Whittaker apprenticed under top European dog sports trainers in Schutzhund (IGP), French Ring, and KNPV. He trained elite K9 teams in Germany and founded Canine Protection International, the world’s largest provider of elite protection dogs, before selling it in 2022. He adapted these methods to create Naked Dog Training for pet owners.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free phone consultation or an in-person evaluation. Owners can submit an online form to request an evaluation, after which they are contacted within the hour during business hours. Evaluations include observation of the dog’s behavior, hands-on assessment, and a personalized training recommendation. Same-day evaluations are available.