Staten Island Companion Dog
Service area: Serves Staten Island, NY and surrounding areas within the borough and nearby neighborhoods.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Recall
- Separation Anxiety
- Potty Training
- behavior
Training Formats Offered
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
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:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Classes are structured in progressive levels: Puppy Kindergarten, Beginner 1, Beginner 2, then advanced tracks in Obedience, Agility, Rally, Scent Work, and Tricks. Therapy Dog Training is a 6-session, 90-minute weekly program requiring prerequisite obedience skills. All classes are group-based, held at their facility, and include AKC title testing for CGC and Tricks. Competitions and trials are regularly hosted for members and non-members alike.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Non-members pay $225 for the 6-session Therapy Dog Training class; general members pay $150; TC members pay $130. A 10% discount is offered on the first 6-week session for shelter-adopted dogs. Class fees for other programs are not explicitly listed but follow a similar session-based structure.
Policies
Missed group classes cannot be rescheduled, made up, or refunded, but instructors will assist with missed material. Classes canceled by the club due to weather or instructor unavailability will be rescheduled. Students are notified via email.
Testimonials
“I’ve been bringing my dogs here for years. They have great trainers with a large variety of activities you can train your dog in. Puppy classes to advanced obedience, agility, tricks, etc. Large facility that ensures you can keep your dog in its own space to train.”
– Anonymous
“Our first day of class— we didn’t know what to expect. Koda Bear was a difficult student… With the support and patience of Janet, Desma and John… we began to see so much growth in Koda! Their constant encouragement and sound advice has benefited our family as a whole!”
– Koda Bear’s Owner
“I love this place. The training classes are great and the staff keep you motivated… She is now a Certified Canine Good Citizen and we are now a Certified Therapy Dog Pair… I’ve learned a lot and look forward to learning more.”
– Therapy Dog Handler
About the Trainer
Staten Island Companion Dog Training Club (SICDTC) is a nonprofit, AKC-sanctioned dog training club established in 1947 and run by over 100 volunteer members. They offer group training classes for all skill levels—from Puppy Kindergarten and basic manners to advanced Competition Obedience, Agility, Rally, Scent Work, Tricks, and Therapy Dog Preparation. All breeds and mixed breeds are welcome, and membership is not required to enroll. Their instructors are highly experienced, with many holding multiple AKC titles including OTCH, UDX, and TD, and have decades of combined training experience. The club provides a dedicated training hall and agility field, and visitors are welcome to observe classes. They offer a 10% discount for shelter-adopted dogs and certify dogs for Canine Good Citizen and Tricks titles. Their Therapy Dog Training program is invitation-only and requires prerequisite obedience skills, preparing dogs and handlers for visits to hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities.
SICDTC emphasizes building a strong human-dog bond through positive, reward-based methods and encourages lifelong learning. They host AKC trials, seminars, workshops, and community events like AKC Meet the Breeds, and maintain an active online presence with regular updates on Facebook and Instagram.
The club also offers ring rentals for private practice and maintains a member-brags section showcasing competition successes, including a 3rd place win at the 2025 Westminster Agility Championship.
Accomplishments
Instructors have earned multiple AKC titles including OTCH, UDX, and OGM. One instructor’s dog earned 3rd place at the 2025 Westminster Agility Championship. Another instructor’s dog was ranked #1 German Shepherd in U.S. obedience in 2015. Instructors have competed at the National Obedience Championship and Westminster multiple times. The club has been operating since 1947 and is AKC-sanctioned.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can visit the facility to observe a class, review class schedules on the website, and register for upcoming sessions. Therapy Dog Training requires an invitation and prerequisite obedience experience. Contact the registrar via email to join the waiting list for specialized programs.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
75 Ellis St, Staten Island, NY 10307Listing Tools for Trainers
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