No Bones About It

Ranked #1 in St. Petersburg and #97 in Florida

4.8 Stars,24 Reviews
1128 24th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704

Service area: Services are provided within a 25-mile radius for private in-home training. Group classes are held at Azalea Rec Center, Willis S. Johns Rec Center, JW Cate Rec Center, and Shore Acres Rec Center.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Barking Excessively
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • In-Home
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Positive Reinforcement Only

No Bones About It offers a range of training programs including Behavior Modification, Group Obedience Classes, Intermediate Training, and Basic Training. Behavior Modification addresses issues like uncontrollable barking and aggressive behavior. Group Obedience covers Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Rally-O, and Agility. Intermediate Training focuses on hand signals and off-leash control, while Basic Training covers fundamental commands and leash walking. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and are available in both private in-home and group class formats. Special packages are available for Basic, Intermediate, and Behavior Modification programs.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Home lessons are $50 each, with packages available: 3 classes for $145 and 6 classes for $280. Group obedience classes are $70 for 6 weeks, with Agility classes priced at $85. The business states it offers affordable pricing, with group pricing as low as $45.

About the Trainer

No Bones About It is a dog training business led by certified dog trainer Phyllis Mazzarisi. She became certified in 1999 through Jo-Thors Dog Academy and has over 15 years of experience focusing on positive reinforcement training and the specific needs of each dog.

The business offers a variety of services including behavior modification, basic obedience, intermediate training, and advanced group classes. They also provide specialized training in Agility, Flyball, Rally-O, and Freestyle Dance. Both private in-home lessons and group classes are available, with phone and virtual consultations offered for behavior and obedience questions.

No Bones About It emphasizes that pets are not disposable, encouraging owners to seek professional help for behavioral issues rather than resorting to shelters. They pride themselves on affordable pricing and the convenience of coming to the client’s home within a 25-mile radius for private training.

Accomplishments

Phyllis Mazzarisi became a certified dog trainer in 1999 through Jo-Thors Dog Academy. She has over 15 years of experience in positive reinforcement training and over 10 years of experience teaching group classes. Her background includes serving in the USAF and working at the Pinellas County Courthouse for 10 years. She has completed seminars with notable dog behaviorists Patricia McConnell and Ian Dunbar, and participated in shadow programs with Pia Silvani and Cesar Milan. Additionally, she initiated the Hardee Correctional Program, which trains greyhounds for adoption.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can reach out for phone and virtual questions regarding behavior and obedience. The trainer encourages potential clients to contact them to discuss how they can help with their dog’s training needs.

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  • 25 Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Evening

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Location

1128 24th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704