PetSmart Dog Training – Mishawaka, IN
Service area: Serves Mishawaka, South Bend, Elkhart, IN, and Benton Harbor, MI, with training available at multiple PetSmart store locations across these cities.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Recall
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- 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)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
Training is offered in group classes (4-10 dogs) and private sessions, held over multiple weeks to allow for progressive learning. Each class focuses on positive reinforcement to teach basic obedience, socialization, and advanced skills like therapy dog training. Virtual training is available for home-based instruction. Programs are designed for all life stages, from puppies to senior dogs.
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.
Testimonials
“Sarah G is absolutely an amazing heartfelt & compassionate trainer with a great deal of experience and passion in helping pet parents and their dogs! Highly recommended!!!”
– Sarah G
“Great staff and so good to help.”
– N/A
“Sarah and Lilly are awesome trainers!!”
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About the Trainer
PetSmart Dog Training offers accredited, positive reinforcement-based training classes for puppies, adult dogs, and rescue dogs. They provide both group and private training sessions, as well as virtual online training for convenience. Group classes are small (4-10 dogs) to ensure personalized attention while allowing dogs to practice socialization around distractions. Training is structured over several weeks to allow for skill practice and progressive learning. Advanced options include special tricks and therapy dog training. Trainers are accredited and use only positive reinforcement methods. PetSmart also offers related pet services including grooming, PetsHotel boarding, Doggie Day Camp, and veterinary care at the same locations.
Their training programs are available at multiple PetSmart store locations across Indiana and Michigan, including Mishawaka, South Bend, and Elkhart. Clients can book sessions online or in-store, and package deals are available for those seeking multiple training levels.
The business emphasizes building positive communication between pets and owners through consistent, reward-based techniques, making it accessible for first-time and experienced pet parents alike.
Accomplishments
Trainers are accredited PetSmart Trainers using positive reinforcement methods. The program is part of a national network with standardized training protocols and is associated with major pet industry organizations including AKC, APDT, and IAABC.
How to Get Started!
Customers can find their nearest PetSmart store and book training sessions online through the PetSmart Training page. No initial consultation is mentioned as free, but booking is available directly through the website or in-store.
Insured
Free Consultation
Contact Information
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
Misc Features
- 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
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