Saling’s Obedience School
Service area: Serves the Greater Tampa Bay area including Brandon, Riverview, Tampa, Plant City, Dover, Lakeland, and surrounding cities.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
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:
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Classes are structured to teach owners how to communicate with their dogs using positive reinforcement. Training is offered in group settings at their facility, with ongoing weekly sessions designed to build skills progressively. Puppy training is a specialty, covering foundational behaviors and socialization, while adult dogs receive tailored instruction to correct issues and strengthen obedience. Clients are encouraged to continue training for long-term success and may pursue advanced programs like agility or therapy dog certification.
Testimonials
“The trainers use positive reinforcement and yummy snacks. I have used this group for 35 years to train my puppies, for agility, and taken my dogs into the obedience competitions and won. Working with S.O.S. my dogs and I have a never ending bond. My dogs are anxious to please after training. I am currently training my newest pup to become a Therapy dog and give back to my community. Thank you to S.O.S.”
– Customer
“After feeling hopeless and exhausted with training as a first time puppy parent, S.O.S. was recommended to me. I decided to enroll my 7-month-old Cavapoo, and what I learned has truly changed my relationship with my dog for the better. The training gave me tools I can use for the rest of his life, and I now feel empowered and confident as a dog owner. My puppy has learned so much, and I’m grateful to Brenda at S.O.S. for helping us grow together.”
– Customer
“I have had a LONG successful history with Michael & Brenda Saling… The love and devotion they have for ALL dogs in helping them become your best Buddy can’t be compared.”
– Customer
About the Trainer
Saling’s Obedience School is a family-owned dog training business founded by Mike and Brenda Saling with over 30 years of experience helping dog owners build strong, loving relationships with their pets. They specialize in puppy and adult dog obedience training using gentle, positive reinforcement methods that focus on communication, trust, and mutual respect. Their training helps dogs become well-behaved family members, addressing issues like leash pulling, jumping, barking, potty training, chewing, and attention span. They welcome all breeds and ages, from puppies to seniors, and offer classes in a casual, supportive environment where owners often form lasting friendships. The Salings also support clients in preparing dogs for therapy work, agility, and competition, emphasizing that every dog can be a cherished “pet-kid.”
They believe dogs should never be left alone in the backyard but treated as integral family members, and their training philosophy is rooted in God-given talent and a deep love for dogs. Their approach empowers owners with lifelong tools to maintain good behavior and deepen their bond with their pets.
Accomplishments
Mike and Brenda Saling have earned numerous high honors, awards, and titles with their own dogs over 30+ years. Their students have won obedience competitions and successfully trained therapy dogs, including one who served weekly at Shriners Children’s Hospital for 11 years. Many clients have trained multiple generations of dogs with S.O.S., attesting to their consistent excellence and impact.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to call to discuss their dog’s needs and schedule an initial consultation. No online booking is listed, so contact via phone is the first step to begin training.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Associations
- AKC
- APDT
Languages
- English
Location
404 E Jersey Ave, Brandon, FL 33510Listing Tools for Trainers
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