New England K9 Athlete
Service area: Serves Hanover, MA and surrounding areas within the greater South Shore region of Massachusetts.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Recall
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Jumping on People
- Potty Training
- Stealing Food
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training programs include private lessons (in-home, facility, or public), group classes (rotating offerings like obedience, recall, CGC, trick dog, agility, flyball, scent work, rally, disc dog, dock diving), day school (training with play sessions), and board and train (from puppy jump start to off-leash obedience). Fitness and wellness services are integrated, with options for online, in-person, or hybrid delivery. All programs are customized based on a consultation and include follow-up resources.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Private lessons, group classes, and programs have varying rates. A $50 consultation is required to determine the best training plan. Board and train, day school, and specialized programs are priced based on duration and intensity. No public pricing listed; clients are directed to contact for individualized quotes.
Policies
Consultations are $50 and include the first lesson. Programs require enrollment via an inquiry form. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but sessions are tailored to individual progress and dog comfort, with trainers known to end sessions on a positive note when needed.
Testimonials
April and her team are amazing! After completing a red light laser therapy appointment and chatting with April we decided to book a pool lesson and give it a go to see if my girl liked it and we had such an amazing time! Everything was so positive and they made us all feel comfortable throughout both our laser therapy and pool lesson. They are extremely knowledgeable and know how to work with the dog to achieve success without adding too much pressure or stress on the dog, leading to success and a happy dog and owner! For our pool lesson they were able to problem solve on the fly trying a couple different things to help up succeed and get my girl in the pool swimming while also knowing exactly when to call it a day to ensure we ended on a positive and successful note.
– Client
I traveled an hour each way to take fitness classes with April here. She was knowledgeable and made suitable adjustments for all the dogs in class, both for their physical and mental well-being–my dog absolutely loved her as did all the dogs in class, most of whom were continuing students there. The fitness classes were targeted for agility but were super-helpful for other sports or for general fitness; the dog I had in class competes in obedience, rally and nosework but my non-competition dogs at home enjoy taking turns at the exercises when I practice. April provided thorough follow-ups for all of the exercises we covered so I have a reference to look back on, which is incredibly useful and important. I’m looking forward to going back to New England K9 Athlete for other things!
– Client
THE BEST!! New England K9 Athlete has the nicest staff and they are extremely knowledgeable in all of the services they have to offer! Their group classes are amazing, and their dock diving pool is a gem during the summer! My dog is one of a kind, and sometimes a bit of a menace, but I have always felt very welcome here. Can’t recommend them enough! 5 Stars!!
– Client
About the Trainer
New England K9 Athlete is a comprehensive dog training and fitness facility led by April Pelletier, a Certified Veterinary Technologist (CVT), FitPAWS Master Trainer (FP-MT), and Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (CCFT). They offer a wide range of services including pet dog training, canine sport training, canine fitness, wellness therapies, and a canine pool for hydrotherapy. Their training programs are tailored for all dogs—puppies, adolescents, adults, and seniors—with options for basic obedience, off-leash control, behavior modification, and competitive sports like agility, flyball, obedience, rally, scent work, disc dog, and dock diving. The facility emphasizes positive, low-stress training methods and integrates fitness and wellness to enhance overall dog health. Their unique advantage lies in combining professional training with physical rehabilitation and sport-specific conditioning under one roof, making them ideal for both pet owners and competitive handlers.
They provide private lessons, group classes, day school, and board and train programs, all conducted at their facility in Hanover, MA. Their trainers adapt to each dog’s needs, whether social or non-social, and offer online and hybrid options for fitness training. The team is known for personalized attention, thorough follow-up resources, and creating positive, successful experiences for dogs and owners alike.
Accomplishments
April Pelletier is a Certified Veterinary Technologist (CVT), FitPAWS Master Trainer (FP-MT), and Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (CCFT). She has competed in flyball for over 10 years and has earned titles on all five of her dogs. The facility supports training for titles in AKC, UKI, USDAA, CDSP, mondioring, PSA, French Ring, Dockdogs, NADD, and UAD.
How to Get Started!
Interested clients must complete the Dog Training Inquiry Form. After submission, they will be contacted to schedule a 45-minute $50 consultation. During the consultation, training goals are discussed, the best program is recommended, and the first lesson is conducted.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Kennel
- Pet boarding service
- Pet groomer
- Pet trainer
Location
285 Circuit St Building C, Hanover, MA 02339Listing Tools for Trainers
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