Stronghaus Dog Training Center

Stronghaus offers intensive 10-day board-and-train programs for dogs with behavior issues or obedience needs, followed by a one-hour owner lesson to teach reinforcement techniques. Basic, Advanced, and Behavior Modification training are available in both facility-based and board-and-train formats. Service Dog Training is customized to individual needs. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and are tailored to the dog’s temperament and living environment.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Training includes 10-day board-and-train programs with follow-up owner lessons. Clients are encouraged to contact directly for customized pricing based on program type and dog needs.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website. Clients are advised to contact the center directly for policy details.

Stronghaus Dog Training Center is a professional dog training business serving Philadelphia and New Jersey, founded by Chris Carr, a dog obedience trainer with over 30 years of experience. They specialize in personalized, positive reinforcement-based training tailored to each dog’s unique personality and needs. Services include Basic Obedience, Behavior Modification, Advanced Obedience, and Service Dog Training. They also offer board-and-train programs where dogs stay at their facility for intensive training, followed by owner lessons to ensure consistency at home. The center emphasizes building a strong bond between dogs and their families through patience, consistency, and understanding. They provide pet boarding services and train dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages, from puppies to adults.

Their philosophy centers on kindness and individualized approaches, rejecting one-size-fits-all methods. Clients praise Chris for his deep knowledge of canine behavior and his ability to transform even the most challenging dogs into well-behaved companions. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and designed to help dogs feel at home during boarding.

Stronghaus also offers ongoing support to owners after training, ensuring long-term success and reinforcing the skills learned during the program.

Accomplishments

Chris Carr has over 30 years of experience as a professional dog obedience trainer. He is recognized for transforming difficult cases, including aggressive or fearful dogs, into well-behaved companions. Clients consistently highlight his expertise, patience, and results with high-energy, reactive, or breed-specific dogs such as Belgian Malinois, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Stronghaus via phone or email to schedule an initial assessment. Chris Carr conducts an in-person or phone evaluation to understand the dog’s behavior, temperament, and the owner’s goals before recommending a training program.