Piper’s Place

Piper’s Place offers three main programs: 1) Private Lessons — customized 1-on-1 training with flexible scheduling; 2) Day Training — 3 days/week of structured training and enrichment, ideal for busy owners; 3) Hybrid Board and Train Camps — 3- or 4-week intensive programs with Monday–Friday boarding and weekend visits home, including field trips, obedience foundation, and behavior modification. All programs include a personalized plan, follow-up lessons, access to free group classes, and a Graduation Guide. Training emphasizes real-world skills like recall, leash manners, crate relaxation, and socialization.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons and memberships offer flexible payment options. Day Training: $360 for 2 weeks (3 days/week) or $660/month (3 days/week, saves $5/day). Hybrid Board and Train: $1600 for 3-week Puppy Camp (includes gear and Graduation Guide), $2400 for 4-week Intermediate Camp (includes gear, long leash, and field trips). Client-exclusive boarding is $50/night. All-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees.

Piper’s Place Dog Training, LLC is a licensed and insured professional dog training business serving western Kentucky and middle Tennessee, founded by Helen Rogers, a certified dog trainer and former veterinary technician with over a decade of experience. Helen offers personalized training solutions including private lessons, group classes, day training, and hybrid board-and-train camps designed to build obedience, confidence, and strong owner-dog bonds. Her holistic approach focuses on mental and physical well-being, not just commands, with training tailored to each dog’s unique temperament and needs. Clients benefit from in-home and facility-based training, client-exclusive boarding at $50/night, free group classes, and comprehensive graduation guides. Helen’s background as a vet tech gives her deep insight into behavioral health, and her empathetic, nonjudgmental coaching helps owners feel empowered rather than overwhelmed. Her training philosophy centers on positive reinforcement, clear communication, and creating lasting change through consistency and trust.

Piper’s Place stands out by offering hybrid board-and-train programs where dogs stay Monday–Friday and return home weekends, allowing owners to stay involved while ensuring intensive, structured training. Training camps include field trips to real-world environments like stores and parks to build confidence and reliability. All programs include essential gear, ongoing support, and access to a supportive community of clients.

The business is named after Helen’s first dog, Piper, a mixed-breed who inspired her compassionate, individualized training style. Every dog, like Piper, is seen as unique and worthy of patient, science-backed guidance.

Accomplishments

Helen Rogers is an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator since 2018 and a professional member of the International Association of Canine Professionals. She holds continuing education credits and has over 10 years of combined experience as a veterinary technician and certified dog trainer. Her training methods are informed by behavior science and hands-on work in shelters and clinics.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free phone consultation to discuss your dog’s behavior goals, assess needs, and create a customized training plan. After the consultation, clients choose a program (private, day training, or board and train) and commit to the plan with Helen’s ongoing coaching support.