Pro 36 Canine Academy

Pro 36 offers two intensive board-and-train programs: Basic Obedience (3 weeks) and Advanced Obedience (6 weeks). The Basic program teaches six core commands and addresses common manners like leash pulling, jumping, and potty training. The Advanced program adds hand signals and eCollar responsiveness for reliability in distracting environments. Both include weekly updates, a swag bag of training tools, and one in-home exit lesson. All graduates receive free private follow-up lessons for one year. Private lessons are available only to past clients at $40 per session. An initial 90-minute consultation is required before enrollment to determine the best program fit.

Pricing Summary

Initial consultation: $30 (applied to program cost). Basic Obedience Board and Train: $1,400 for 3 weeks. Advanced Obedience Board and Train: $3,200 for 6 weeks. Private lessons: $40 per 60-minute session (available only to graduates). All board-and-train programs include free follow-up private lessons for up to one year after completion.

Policies

Enrollment requires a $30 consultation fee (applied to program cost), 50% payment upfront, vaccination records, and dog food for the stay. Check-ins and check-outs occur on weekends. No online sign-ups; enrollment is done in person after consultation. No guarantees on long-term results, but free follow-up lessons are offered for one year to address regressions. No cancellation policy specified.

Pro 36 Canine Academy is a dog training business based in Waco, Texas, led by Justin Schaefer, a graduate of the globally renowned Tarheel Canine Training Inc. They specialize in balanced training that uses all four quadrants of operant conditioning to foster clear communication between dogs and their owners. Their signature service is a board-and-train program where dogs live in the trainer’s home for the duration of training, allowing for consistent, immersive instruction. Programs include Basic Obedience (3 weeks) and Advanced Obedience (6 weeks), both teaching core commands like sit, down, heel, come, place, and leave it, with the advanced program incorporating eCollars and hand signals. All board-and-train clients receive free follow-up private lessons for up to one year after graduation. They also offer private lessons exclusively to past students. The business emphasizes individualized training, weekly updates, and an in-home exit lesson to ensure long-term success. They do not train aggressive dogs due to facility limitations but plan to expand into behavior modification. Potty training, leash manners, jumping, and barking are included in all programs. They use a range of training tools including slip leashes, Starmark collars, prong collars, and eCollars from eCollar Technologies, prioritizing minimal force for effective communication.

They require an initial 90-minute consultation before enrollment, which includes a $30 fee applied to the chosen program. Clients must provide vaccination records, a completed questionnaire, 50% payment upfront, and the dog’s food during the stay. Training check-ins and check-outs occur on weekends. They do not offer online sign-ups and require direct contact after the consultation to enroll.

Pro 36 Canine Academy trains dogs of all ages and sizes, including puppies, adolescents, and adults, and works with all breeds including Cane Corsos, Golden Doodles, and Black Mouth Curs. They do not require spaying or neutering before training and advise against early alteration. Their approach focuses on building confidence and clear expectations to create a happier, more obedient dog and a stronger human-canine bond.

Accomplishments

Lead trainer Justin Schaefer is a graduate of Tarheel Canine Training Inc., a globally renowned training institute. The business partners with eCollar Technologies and has received multiple positive client testimonials for transforming difficult dogs into well-mannered companions.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a 90-minute initial consultation, scheduled by phone or email. During the consultation, the trainer assesses the dog and owner’s needs and recommends the appropriate program. After the consultation, enrollment is finalized directly with the trainer—no online sign-up is available.