Procyon Training

Procyon Training offers diverse programs including personalized 1-on-1 training, comprehensive Board & Train programs, and various group courses. One-on-one training begins with in-home sessions for basic obedience and behavior, progressing to outdoor sessions, and includes specialized options like Trick Training, Parkour, Service Task Training, Nosework, and Behavioral Issues.

The Board & Train program is a minimum four-week intensive experience focusing on essential obedience, with a follow-up 6-week Level 1 class for owners. This program also offers specialized boot camps for AKC Obedience, IGP/Schutzhund, Tricks, Canine Parkour, Nosework, and Service Dog Task Training. Group courses include Level 1 Basic Dog Obedience (6 weeks, covering commands like Sit, Stay, Come, leash manners, no jumping), Level 2 Intermediate Dog Obedience (refining skills and preparing for Novice Obedience Titles), Dog Tricks Training, Parkour Training, Canine Good Citizen, Seminars (e.g., for expecting parents), Canine Conditioning & Fitness, and AKC Puppy S.T.A.R.

They also provide specialized Mini Horse Service Animal Training, a Board and Train program covering potty training, hands-free lead training, and task training. Additionally, Procyon Training offers an Owner Trained, Trainer Assisted Service Animal Program where a team member guides handlers in training their own service animals. Their rescue work involves partnerships with local organizations like the Humane Society of Marion County, contributing to programs like FIDO and Project Canine H.O.M.E., which includes an 8-week Basic Obedience Class for rescue dogs covering skills like Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Leave It, and Place.

Pricing Summary

Procyon Training offers a variety of services with clear pricing. One-on-one consultations are $50, with potential additional mileage fees. Overnight boarding is $40 per night, with add-ons like Day Play for $15 and Training Sessions for $25. Day care is $30 for a full day and $22 for a half day, with training add-ons for $20 per session. Day care packages are available, including a 10-pack for $270 and a 20-pack for $500, with options for training included. Group courses are $170 each. Grooming services vary by coat type and weight, with full haircuts ranging from $75 to $170+ and full baths from $30 to $110+. A la carte grooming services are also available, such as Anal Gland Expression ($10), Nail Service ($20), and Dematting ($1 per minute). Discounts are offered for multi-dog, extended stays, and veterans. Grooming services are rendered at the groomer’s discretion.

Policies

Consultation fees are $50 and guarantee a spot on the calendar, with scheduling to follow registration. Additional mileage fees may apply for consultations. Grooming services are provided at the groomer’s discretion.

Procyon Training is Ocala, Florida’s premier destination for comprehensive dog training services, dedicated to bringing out the best in your four-legged friend. They offer personalized one-on-one training sessions that adapt to your and your dog’s unique needs, ideal for busy schedules, reactive dogs, or those requiring specialized attention for complex behavioral issues or advanced trick training. Their approach focuses on building a strong, trusting relationship between owners and their dogs, ensuring dogs learn commands and gain confidence in various environments.

Procyon Training provides comprehensive training from basics to specialties, starting with in-home sessions for basic obedience and behavior management, then transitioning to outdoor sessions at pet-friendly locations. They also offer specialized training options in Trick Training, Parkour, Service Task Training, Nosework, and Behavioral Issues. Beyond training, Procyon Training offers dog daycare, dog grooming, and pet boarding services, treating every dog like family with round-the-clock care and attention.

The business is founded by Stephanie Roberts and Jessica Wellman, who bring decades of combined experience and an undying love for animals. They are deeply tied to the community, offering expert training services to local rescues at preferential rates or no cost, and have a non-profit wing called “Reaching for the Stars” to support rescue work. They also contribute to the FIDO (Florida Inmates and Dog Obedience) program in collaboration with Marion County Animal Services.

Accomplishments

Procyon Training boasts a team of experienced and accredited professionals. Stephanie Roberts has over 16 years in dog training, holding certifications such as CCPDT-KA, CTDI, AACE, IAABC-ADT, and is a Certified Canine Fitness and Nutrition Specialist and Trick Instructor. She is also pursuing further certifications in Canine Fitness and Dog Parkour. Jessica Wellman, an Equine Trainer, brings extensive experience with horses and dogs, blending classical equine training with positive reinforcement, and is known for training Honey the Mini Service Horse. Mary Parra holds CTDI, CPDT-KA, and CPDT-KSA certifications. Their grooming team includes Carolyn, a certified positive reinforcement dog trainer with 2 years of experience, and Brandi, a professional groomer with 8 years of experience.

How to Get Started!

To get started with 1-on-1 or Mini Horse Service Animal training, clients can schedule an initial consultation for $50, which guarantees a spot on the calendar. After submitting the registration form, Procyon Training will reach out to schedule the session. For boarding and dog daycare, clients can fill out a “Book Your Stay” form. For the Owner Trained, Trainer Assisted Service Animal Program, clients are encouraged to contact the business directly.