Poodles to Pit Bulls Dog Training

Programs include Behavior Support for Spicy Dogs, Growing Confidence for Fearful Dogs, Manners for NYC Life, Vet and Groomer Handling, Puppy Training, Surviving Adolescent Dogs, Keeping Kids and Dogs Safe, and Interspecies Conflicts. Services are offered as in-home private coaching, day training with check-ins, or virtual sessions. Each program is customized to the dog’s needs, the owner’s lifestyle, and the urban environment.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are available on their website, with flexible packages for private sessions, day training, and virtual support. Discounted training is offered for clients who cannot afford full rates.

Poodles to Pit Bulls Dog Training is a NYC-based dog training business founded by Ettel, a certified dog behavior consultant and Fear-Free certified trainer. They specialize in positive, fear-free, and compassionate training methods that focus on behavior modification for reactive, fearful, and aggressive dogs, while also supporting all breeds, ages, and sizes. Their approach blends Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Karen Pryor clicker training, and fear-free techniques to build confidence and reduce stress for both dogs and their owners. They coach dog owners to train their own dogs, offering personalized plans that fit urban lifestyles in Brooklyn and Queens. They also provide virtual sessions and emphasize emotional well-being for both pets and humans, creating a judgment-free space for learning. Additional services include dog walking with Kayla, who supports anxious dogs with regular visits and behavior progress tracking.

They offer programs for puppies, adolescent dogs, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, resource guarding, vet/groomer handling, and multi-pet households. Their training is designed for city life, helping dogs navigate noisy streets, crowded sidewalks, and unfamiliar environments with calmness and confidence.

Ettel is recommended by veterinarians and has helped clients achieve significant behavioral improvements, even in challenging cases involving sound sensitivity, physical pain, and non-food-motivated dogs. They offer discounted training for those who cannot afford full rates, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility and compassion.

Accomplishments

Ettel is a certified dog behavior consultant and Fear-Free certified trainer. She is recommended by veterinarians in NYC and has successfully helped numerous dogs with severe reactivity, fear, and aggression. She has been training since at least 2011 and is known for her intuitive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation to assess the dog’s behavior, owner goals, and lifestyle. From there, a customized training plan is created using one of their program formats: private, day, or virtual training.