THE ART OF PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINING,LLC
Service area: Serves north central Indiana and southwest lower Michigan, including Mishawaka and surrounding areas. Comes to clients’ homes for training.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training programs include in-home sessions, board-and-train services where dogs stay at the facility and are trained for targeted behaviors, and day care with optional training. After training, owners receive instruction on maintaining behavior. Complimentary refresher courses are offered if owners need help after the initial program. Training is customized for each dog’s needs, whether puppy, adolescent, senior, or with behavioral issues.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not listed on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact for professional consultation and package options. Training packages include in-home and board-and-train options with follow-up and complimentary refresher courses.
Policies
No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are mentioned on the website.
Testimonials
“You said, ‘Give me 3 weeks with her.’ 3 weeks have come and gone and we couldn’t be more pleased…She is a much happier dog and we are overjoyed!”
-Maggie’s owners
“We would recommend Kenta to anyone needing help. Kenta was great with our dogs..they behave very well now on and off leash.”
-Shana and Mia’s owners
“Kenta has boarded and/or trained all 3 of my dogs. He always treats them like family and loves on them. I have 2 crazies, and he accepts them as they are. He’s kind, calm, and patient. I’m lucky that he isn’t just my go-to dog trainer, but also someone I trust fully with my fur children.”
About the Trainer
The Art of Professional Dog Training, LLC is a dog training business based in Mishawaka, Indiana, led by owner and head trainer Kenta Raine. They offer personalized dog training services that come to the client’s home or occur at their facility, with options for in-home training, board-and-train programs, and dog day care. Their approach is balanced-based reward training, focusing on teaching both dogs and their owners to maintain long-term behavior change. They provide complimentary refresher courses and sell training supplies and equipment. Kenta has trained over 300 dogs, including those with anxiety, behavioral issues, and special needs, and actively supports local shelters through donation collection and volunteer work.
They serve clients across north central Indiana and southwest lower Michigan, offering flexible scheduling with evening and weekend availability to accommodate busy families. Their services include puppy training, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, obedience, and behavior modification for all dog sizes and ages, from puppies to seniors.
Kenta’s hands-on experience includes training 4-H Obedience Champions and volunteering with shelter dogs to improve adoptability, reflecting his deep commitment to ethical, compassionate training methods.
Accomplishments
Kenta Raine has over 13 years of experience training dogs, including training 4-H Obedience Champions to grand champion and state levels. He has worked with over 300 dogs, from basic obedience to complex behavioral issues, and volunteers extensively with animal shelters to improve adoptability.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a professional consultation via phone or email to discuss needs and schedule services. Training can be arranged in-home, at the facility, or through board-and-train options.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Evening
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
- Pet supply store
Location
1921 S Ironwood Dr, South Bend, IN 46613Listing Tools for Trainers
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