Opie’s Training Academy
Service area: Serves Brooklyn, NY, specifically at 437 Dekalb Ave, with services centered in the local community.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- puppy
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Day Training
- Private Facility
- Group Classes
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Opie’s Academy offers weekly group classes and tailored day training integrated into daycare and boarding. Programs are designed to meet individual dog needs with a focus on behavior modification, basic obedience, and puppy training. Trial days are available to assess fit before enrollment.
Testimonials
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About the Trainer
Opie’s Academy is a training-focused doggie daycare and boarding facility in Brooklyn, NY, offering structured training integrated into daily care. They provide weekly group classes and tailored training programs designed to meet each dog’s unique needs. The facility combines professional dog training with convenient daycare and boarding services, allowing owners to incorporate consistent training into their dog’s routine. Their team includes certified trainers with backgrounds in animal behavior and positive reinforcement methods, emphasizing human-dog communication and long-term relationship building.
Stephanie Meyerson, the founder, brings years of animal care experience and a passion for creating a nurturing, family-like environment for dogs. Cydne Mayberry, an IAABC-accredited trainer, uses a science-based, human-first approach to empower owners. Jamar Howard, a graduate of the Animal Behavior College dog trainer program, applies patience and discipline shaped by coaching and martial arts to help dogs and owners build trust and mutual respect.
Opie’s Academy also offers trial days, day training, pickup and drop-off services, and community events to support dog owners in their training journey.
Accomplishments
Cydne Mayberry is IAABC-accredited with over 10 years in pet services. Jamar Howard is a graduate of the Animal Behavior College dog trainer program (ABCDT). Stephanie Meyerson has years of experience in animal care and founded Opie’s Academy to provide personalized, high-quality dog care and training.
How to Get Started!
Owners can sign up for a trial day to experience the facility and training approach before committing to a program. Email sign-up is available for updates and program information.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
8:30am-5pm
Certifications
- IAABC-CDBC
Associations
- IAABC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
Location
437 DeKalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205Listing Tools for Trainers
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