Pup Pub Academy
Ranked #3 in Cookeville and #44 in Tennessee
Service area: Tennessee and surrounding states, specifically Middle Tennessee. Free pick-up and drop-off for board and train programs within a 2-hour radius of Cookeville, TN.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Pup Pub Academy offers various dog training programs including Board and Train, Private Lessons, Group Classes, Aggression Management, and Boarding.
Board and Train programs include Short-Term (minimum 7 days, $85/day), 3-5 Week (most popular, $2300, includes equipment and owner training, one year free follow-ups), and Pup Puppy School (12 days, $1200, for puppies 10-15 weeks). These programs involve dogs staying in the trainer’s home for intensive training on specific skills, basic obedience, potty training, and socialization.
Private Lessons are available in-home/alternate locations ($75/lesson) or at the academy ($60/lesson), focusing on individualized training plans and handler skills. Group Classes include Pup Puppy Class ($120 for 6 weeks), Basic Obedience Class ($130 for 5 weeks), and CGC Prep ($145 for 6 weeks, includes CGC exam).
Aggression Management is handled on a case-by-case basis, starting with a private lesson, and Muzzle Conditioning is offered for $100. Boarding services are provided in a home environment, with daily walks, outings, and playtime, priced per dog ($32 for one, $50 for two, $70 for three).
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Board and Train programs range from $85/dog/day for short-term to $2300/dog for 3-5 weeks, and $1200/dog for Pup Puppy School. Private lessons are $75/lesson for in-home/alternate locations and $60/lesson at the academy. Group classes are priced per dog: Pup puppy class $120, Basic Obedience class $130, and CGC Prep $145. Muzzle Conditioning is $100/dog. Aggression management pricing requires a phone consultation. Boarding is $32/day for one dog, $50/day for two dogs, and $70/day for three dogs. Payments accepted include cash, card, or check, and invoices can be paid through a client account.
Policies
Dogs require proof of updated vaccinations and the facility maintains strict sanitization policies. During boarding, dogs with destructive behaviors are crated when unsupervised, otherwise they are supervised or video monitored in the house. Visits for dogs in board and train programs are encouraged but must be scheduled within business hours.
About the Trainer
Pup Pub Academy is a small dog training business located in Middle Tennessee, offering individualized training services to families in Tennessee and surrounding states. They aim to help facilitate a special bond between owners and their dogs by focusing on relationship-based training to create boundaries and expectations.
The academy provides a range of services including dog training programs, boarding, and grooming, positioning itself as a “one stop shop for all things dog.” Key advantages include certified trainers, proven and tailored training methods, convenient online booking, and a safety guarantee. They also offer free follow-ups for one year for specific programs and free pick-up and drop-off for board and train programs within a two-hour radius of Cookeville, TN.
Although a new business, Pup Pub Academy has five years of experience in the dog training industry. Their mission is to provide lifetime support to families and their dogs, believing that training allows dogs to be their full selves and enjoy freedoms through boundaries, structure, accountability, and discipline.
Accomplishments
The head trainer, Chynna Adams, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and is certified in American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Training (APDT). She has five years of experience in the dog training industry and holds double bachelor’s degrees in accounting and finance from TTU. She is also an active foster for AARF and other rescue groups.
How to Get Started!
To get started, it is recommended to begin with a private lesson to formulate a training plan. A consultation is required before booking the Short-Term Board and Train program, and a phone consultation is needed for aggression management cases. Online booking is available through their platform where clients can create an account.

Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- APDT
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
- LGBTQ-friendly
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Pet groomer