Revolution Dog Sports

Ranked #7 in Reno and #19 in Nevada

5 Stars,2 Reviews
400 Webb Cir #2, Reno, NV 89506

Service area: Revolution Dog Sports is located in Reno, NV. Day Camp offers at-home pick-up/drop-off in many areas of Reno and Sparks, with doggie school bus stops for those coming from Truckee, Carson City, or Lake Tahoe. Online learning is available for those outside the Reno area.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Fearfulness
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Day Training
  • Video Calls
  • Private Facility

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly
  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)
  • Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment: 

  • Obstacle Courses

Revolution Dog Sports offers a variety of training programs. Group classes are multi-week, limited to 4 dogs, providing structured and progressive skill building with individualized attention. Weekend workshops offer focused, in-depth training in small groups for specific skills or activities. Online learning provides limited one-on-one coaching with Liz Carter, allowing teams to work at their own pace from anywhere.

Day Camp programs, including Adventure Camp and Enrichment Camp, provide an enriching and engaging environment with structured training, group walks, training games, social play, and decompression. Campers may explore new sports, go on field trips, or participate in art projects, focusing on manners, confidence, and focus.

The Canine Fitness Gym is a private, indoor facility equipped with an underwater treadmill, slat mill, treadmills, balance/core equipment, and enrichment tools. It offers private gym rentals and coaching for sport dogs, senior dogs, reactive dogs, puppies, and pet parents. Sniff Camp 2025 offers intensive multi-day sessions focused on scent detection (Odor Ops) and instinct sports like Barn Hunt and Earthdog (Quarry Quest).

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Group classes are typically $160 for 4 weeks, $240 for 6 weeks, or $300 for 6 weeks. Workshops are priced at $150 or $40 per session. Weekly drop-in classes are $40.

The Canine Fitness Gym offers private gym rentals for $30/session, with punch passes available. Staff-guided Underwater Treadmill sessions start from $55, with a required Intro/Assessment for $65. Monthly memberships for the fitness gym include Basic Fitness at $129/month (8 private gym sessions) and Premium Performance at $249/month (1 gym session per day, includes 1 fitness coaching session). A Hydro Add-On for $99/month includes 4 UWTM sessions. Online courses are available for $250, with some free options. Bark Bucks can be used for some classes and camp.

Policies

Pre-registration is required for all classes. For drop-in classes, registration, cancellation, or rescheduling is permitted up to 48 hours prior to the start time. Classes must be paid for at the time of registration. For Sniff Camp 2025, no refunds will be issued for cancellations made after July 22, 2025, unless the spot can be filled.

About the Trainer

Revolution Dog Sports offers comprehensive dog training for both sports and everyday life skills. Their goal is to help each dog/handler team excel on and off the competition field by developing personalized learning programs. They emphasize experience, community, and support, catering to those new to dog sports, experienced competitors, or owners simply wanting to enjoy life with their canine companions.

The business provides a variety of services including dog sport classes, general training classes, workshops, and online learning. They also feature a Canine Fitness Gym for strength, confidence, and endurance, and a Day Camp program focused on enrichment, learning, and fun in an engaging environment.

Revolution Dog Sports is led by Liz Carter, an experienced competitor and judge in multiple dog sports. They focus on positive reinforcement methods to build strong foundations, improve communication, and advance skills. They aim to unlock each dog’s unique abilities and strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners.

Accomplishments

Liz Carter, the primary trainer, has earned over 500 titles in 12+ dog sports and activities. Her recent accomplishments include being the 2018 NAFA Div 9 Multi Breed National Champion, 2018 NADD Master Lap Dog National Champion, and earning a Bronze Medal at the Barn Hunt Grand National. She was also the handler for the 2019 NAFA Div 12 Multi Breed National Champions and received Best Bred by Exhibitor in Show in 2019. She was recognized as PRTAA Versatile Dog of the Year in 2007, 2012, 2013, and 2018, and PRTAA Versatile Breeder of the Year from 2013-2019, also being inducted into the PRTAA Earthdog Half of Fame.

Professionally, Liz Carter is an American Kennel Club Scent Work Judge, Farm Dog Evaluator, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and Trick Dog Evaluator. She is also a Barn Hunt Association Judge (including the 2017 Barn Hunt National Judge), a Do More With Your Dog Trick Dog Evaluator, and the Founder & Judge of the North American Sport Dog Association. Her continuing education includes AKC Canine College, Clicker Expo 2017, Fenzi Dog Sport Academy, Fenzi Pet Professionals, the 2020 IAABC / FDSA Conference, and various Judges Workshops and Sport Specific Seminars. Beth Williams, a licensed animal physical therapist, also presents workshops.

How to Get Started!

To get started, you can contact Revolution Dog Sports for a free 15-minute consultation to discuss a personalized learning plan. For Day Camp, you can call or text 775-298-1552 or email revolutiondogsports@gmail.com. For the Canine Fitness Gym, an orientation session is required before booking independent gym use, after which you can choose a drop-in session, membership, or package.

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  • 10 Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • AKC
  • Accredited

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet trainer

Location

400 Webb Cir #2, Reno, NV 89506