Petco Dog Training – West Des Moines, IA

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6805 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite 140, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Service area: Serves West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas through in-person classes at the Petco location and online sessions.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification
  • puppy

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Basic Obedience
  • Leash Pulling
  • Recall
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training

Training Formats Offered

  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly

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)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment: 

  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars

Training programs include group and private classes for puppies and adult dogs, focused on basic obedience, behavior modification, and socialization. Sessions are structured to reinforce positive behaviors using reward-based methods and are available both in-person at the Petco facility and online.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Offers discounted group classes and packages with seasonal promo codes (e.g., $60 OFF with code SALE, 20% OFF with code GIFT). Specific pricing not listed; discounts are time-limited and applied at booking.

Policies

Booking is required for classes; promotions are valid through specific dates (e.g., 12/25/25 for GIFT code). No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated in the content.

Testimonials

Great service and you may play with the cats on some days.
– Customer

About the Trainer

Petco Dog Training in West Des Moines offers in-person and online dog training classes designed to strengthen your dog’s overall well-being through reward-based, positive training methods. Their curriculum supports puppies starting on the right track and adult dogs with tailored training needs, focusing on boosting social, physical, and mental health while building owner-dog bonds. Classes are available in group or one-on-one formats, and training is integrated with Petco’s broader pet services including grooming, veterinary care, and pet adoption support.

They promote positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior and offer seasonal promotions such as discounts on group classes with codes like GIFT, SALE, and THANKS. Training is delivered by certified trainers who aim to help dogs become well-behaved guests during holiday gatherings and everyday life.

Accomplishments

Trainers are certified, and Petco partners with industry-recognized organizations including AKC, APDT, IAABC, IACP, and PPG. Programs are designed to align with positive training standards and promote canine wellness.

How to Get Started!

Book a group or one-on-one training class online or in-person at the West Des Moines Petco location. Seasonal promotions with discount codes are available to start training.

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  • Insured

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 9am-9pm
Tuesday: 9am-9pm
Wednesday: 9am-9pm
Thursday: 9am-9pm
Friday: 9am-9pm
Saturday: 9am-9pm
Sunday: 9am-8pm

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • AKC
  • APDT
  • IAABC
  • IACP
  • PPG

Languages

  • English
  • onsite services
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Pet groomer
  • Pet boarding service
  • Pet store
  • Pet supply store
  • Pet trainer

Location

6805 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite 140, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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