PetSmart Dog Training – Central Fort Lauderdale, FL

1.8 Stars,5 Reviews
1700 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

Service area: Serves Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, and Lauderhill, Florida, with training offered at multiple PetSmart store locations within these cities.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Therapy Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Basic Obedience
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Potty Training
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • Ongoing Weekly
  • Sessions Package

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

Training programs consist of multi-week group and private classes that build skills progressively. Group classes are limited to 4–10 dogs to ensure individual attention while promoting socialization. Virtual training is available for home-based instruction. Advanced options include special tricks and therapy dog training for experienced pet parents.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed publicly; packages are available for combining multiple training classes with special savings. Customers are directed to contact their local PetSmart store for specific pricing and package options.

Policies

Policy details for cancellations and rescheduling are not specified in the provided content. Customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific policies.

Testimonials

Bought a engraving tag, went to machine, needed help.
One lady we asked said ” I am feeding the animals”.
She was snappy to other customers.
But thanks for the patient cashier, cute, nice, willing to help.
75 and I just had a question. She was excellent.
Next time I go i will get her name.
Older blonde woman, animal feeder, she shouldn’t interact with customers, ever.
– Customer Review

Pathetic service I guess that’s why you have a 2.0 rating. Long line on cashier and only one lane open. Where is the manager hiding? Absolutely disgraceful. You never see this at petco
– Customer Review

Just left the grooming place at this store and I am very unhappy with the level of service I have experienced. I have 2 dogs and have been using this location for little over 4 years. Always very professional and amazing service for my pets. This morning I went to have my little chiwawa nails cut and had very bad experience. This young lady tall skinny with glasses that I have never seen before came back from the back room from the start looks like she wasn’t happy to be at work. She never ask me anything about my pet just what I need to have done. Than she told me to put the pet on floor all good than she start playing with her back and she doesn’t like it so I told her but she keeps ignoring me and rolling her eyes to the other girl. Very unprofessional and childish. Than she ask me to go outside which I did 5 minutes later or so she calls me back inside to the store and very short unprofessional way said it’s not going to happen. Obviously she is not.very good with pets and definitely zero custumer service skills. I know that this will not change anything but just so everyone knows to avoid her. We definitely not going back.
– Customer Review

About the Trainer

PetSmart Dog Training offers accredited, positive reinforcement-based dog training classes for puppies, adult dogs, and rescues. They provide group classes with 4–10 dogs per session, as well as private and virtual training options to suit different needs. Their trainers focus on building positive behavior through fun, effective methods that help dogs behave appropriately at home and in public. Classes are structured over several weeks to allow for skill practice and progressive learning. They also offer advanced training such as special tricks and therapy dog preparation. In addition to training, PetSmart provides related pet services including grooming, PetsHotel boarding, Doggie Day Camp, and veterinary care at many locations.

Their training is delivered in-store at PetSmart locations, with flexible scheduling across weekdays and weekends, including morning, afternoon, and evening hours. Virtual training is available for those who prefer to train from home. Group classes are designed to help dogs learn socialization and focus around distractions, while private sessions address individual behavioral concerns.

PetSmart’s trainers are accredited and use only positive reinforcement methods. They serve multiple locations in Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, and Lauderhill, with consistent service standards across stores.

Accomplishments

PetSmart employs Accredited Pet Trainers who are trained in positive reinforcement methods. The company is affiliated with major pet industry organizations including AKC, APDT, IAABC, IACP, and PPG.

How to Get Started!

Customers can find their nearest PetSmart location using the store locator and book training services directly through the website or by calling the store. No public mention of an initial consultation or evaluation process is provided.

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  • 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: 10am-7pm

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • AKC
  • APDT
  • IAABC
  • IACP
  • PPG

Languages

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

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet boarding service
  • Pet groomer
  • Pet store
  • Pet supply store
  • Pet trainer

Location

1700 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

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