Ridgeside K9 Ohio Dog Training

Ridgeside K9 Ohio offers a range of dog training programs, including Board and Train, Day Training, Behavior Modification, and Puppy Training, all customized to individual dog and owner needs. They employ a balanced training approach using marker training, free shaping, classical, and operant conditioning, along with E-collars and prong collars, to achieve reliable obedience and control.

Their Board and Train programs are popular, with dogs staying at the facility or living with an assigned trainer. The 2-Week Off-Leash Obedience Board & Train ($2600) covers basic commands and manners for dogs over 6 months. The 3-4 Week Board & Train ($3300+) addresses more complex issues like anxiety and reactivity. Both include regular updates and a 2-3 hour “go-home” lesson for owners. Behavior Modification programs include the 3-4 week option and a 5-Week Behavioral Modification/Rehabilitation Board & Train ($6500) for severe aggression, which integrates private lessons, intensive boarding, and integration lessons.

The 10-Day Off-Leash Obedience Day Training ($2300) provides similar results to boarding without overnight stays, requiring daily drop-off and pick-up. The 2-Week Puppy Boot Camp ($1500) focuses on building confidence, focus, basic obedience, manners, socialization, crate training, and potty training for young dogs. All training packages conclude with a comprehensive 2-3 hour lesson for owners on maintaining training. They also offer a refresher guarantee, including free refresher lessons and monthly group classes.

Pricing Summary

Ridgeside K9 Ohio offers various dog training programs with set prices. The 2-Week Puppy Board & Train Bootcamp is $1500. The 10-Day Off-Leash Obedience Day Training costs $2300. The 2-Week Off-Leash Obedience Board & Train is $2600.

Behavior Modification Board & Train programs include a 3 or 4-week option starting at $3300+, and a 5-week Behavioral Modification/Rehabilitation Board & Train for severe issues priced at $6500. Financing is available for all programs, and pet insurers like MetLife may cover up to 80% of behavioral rehabilitation programs with proper documentation and veterinary referral. Any additional time needed for the 3-4 week behavior modification program is included in the price, and follow-ups are available if needed.

Policies

All dogs boarding must have current Rabies, Bordetella (Kennel Cough), Lepto, and DHPP or DAPP vaccines, with shot records required before arrival without exception. Ridgeside K9 Ohio offers a refresher/training guarantee: if issues arise after training, clients can request a free 1-hour refresher lesson with a trainer or attend free monthly group refresher classes. For certain behavior modification programs, any additional time needed to achieve goals is included in the price. They note that some dogs may require consistent management due to social limitations and that owners must maintain rules and boundaries after training, especially regarding collar use.

Ridgeside K9 Ohio Dog Training is a premier Canton-based dog training facility specializing in transforming dogs into well-behaved, obedient, and joyous family members. They offer a variety of programs designed to cater to all canine needs, including obedience, problem behaviors, and anxiety relief.

Their seasoned trainers possess decades of expertise and are dedicated to sharing their knowledge with dog owners. The business emphasizes a customized approach for each dog and owner, utilizing a mix of marker training, free shaping, classical, and operant conditioning to establish real-world, measurable, and reliable obedience and control.

Ridgeside K9 Ohio also provides doggie daycare services. They are rated #1 in Ohio for dog training and maintain a 5/5 customer rating.

Accomplishments

Eric Stanbro, the owner of Ridgeside K9 Ohio, is a 27-year veteran of law enforcement with extensive K9 experience. He served 13 years in the Canton Police K9 Unit, handling four dogs, and became the Head K9 Trainer in late 2010, also serving as Training Director for the Police K9 Association, training 30-40 K9 teams annually.

In 2013, he assisted Cobra Canine in training US Navy Seals West Coast K9 teams. He founded VanEss K9 Academy in 2015, providing police dogs nationwide and expanding into pet dog training, growing to 10 trainers. In 2020, he partnered with Aaron Taylor of Ridgeside K9 LLC to establish Ridgeside K9 Ohio in a new 6,000 sq ft facility. The business is rated #1 in Ohio for dog training and holds a 5/5 customer rating.

How to Get Started!

To get started, interested clients can contact Ridgeside K9 Ohio by phone or by completing an online New Client Intake Form. They offer a free consultation to discuss individual dog training needs, goals, and available programs. The intake form gathers necessary information about the dog and client to facilitate the initial contact and program selection.