Tails on the Town
Ranked #7 in Brooklyn and #21 in New York
Service area: Park Slope, Windsor Terrace & Kensington in Brooklyn, NY
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Potty Training
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Dog training is provided by Maria, who is CPDT-KA certified and uses positive reinforcement methods. Training specializations include puppy training (house-training, basic obedience, socialization), newly adopted dogs (socialization, integration with new family/parent, obedience), leash reactivity, and destructive behavior.
The training structure begins with a 2-hour introductory session, followed by 1-hour follow-up sessions. Clients can also opt for bundled packages such as the “Puppy Pack” (Intro + 3 Follow-Ups) or the “Training Pack” (3 Follow-Ups).
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Dog walks are offered at $25 for 30 minutes and $45 for 60 minutes. Saturday walks incur an additional $10 charge. Discounted rates are available for daily M-F walks: $120 for five 30-minute walks ($23 each) and $210 for five 60-minute walks ($42 each).
Puppy visits are 20 minutes long for $25, with an additional $10 for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Dog training includes a 2-hour intro session for $225 and 1-hour follow-up sessions for $125. Packages include an “Intro + 3 Follow-Ups” (Puppy Pack) for $525 and “3 Follow-Ups” (Training Pack) for $300.
Boarding is available for clients’ dogs at $100 per night, or $115 per night for puppies.
Policies
For walk cancellations, clients must contact Tails on the Town before 8 AM on the day of the scheduled walk, or they will be responsible for the full walk rate. Last-minute walk requests not scheduled the night before are subject to a $10 additional charge and can only be accommodated if the request is made before 9 AM that morning.
About the Trainer
Maria and Doug own and operate Tails on the Town, a professional dog walking and training service. They have been caring for dogs and supporting dog parents for 25 years, emphasizing quality over quantity. They are licensed, bonded, and insured.
Maria is a CPDT-KA certified dog trainer who uses positive reinforcement methods. She specializes in puppy training, newly adopted dogs, leash reactivity, and destructive behavior. They also offer limited boarding for existing clients’ dogs, which includes multiple walks and daily updates.
Additionally, Maria is a certified Pet Loss Grief Counselor and offers private counseling and in-person support groups for pet owners. Tails on the Town focuses on providing trusted, personal, and experienced care for dogs.
Accomplishments
Tails on the Town has 25 years of experience in dog care. Maria is a CPDT-KA Certified Dog Trainer. She is also a certified Pet Loss Grief Counselor and a member of The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement.
How to Get Started!
For inquiries regarding different walk schedules or multi-dog households, clients are encouraged to email Tails on the Town. Dog training services begin with a 2-hour introductory session.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Evening
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Associations
- Accredited
Misc Features
Other Services Offered
- Dog walker
- Pet boarding service