The Canine Class Room

Ranked #13 in Portland and #29 in Oregon

4.7 Stars,83 Reviews
8138 Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway Hillsdale Hwy, Portland, OR 97225

Service area: The Canine Class Room serves Portland, Beaverton, Hillsborough, Tigard, Lake Oswego, and surrounding areas in Oregon.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Resource Guarding
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Private Facility

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working

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

The Canine Class Room offers private, one-on-one dog training that is hands-on, personalized, and built around the dog and owner. They use positive reinforcement methods and teach owners how to interact with their dog for a happy relationship, focusing on clear and consistent communication through words and body language.

Their programs address a wide range of behavioral issues and teach obedience, with a specific puppy training program for dogs 12 weeks and older covering manners, potty training, and foundational obedience. The training is designed to be effective and respectful, creating real change and a healthy bond between dog and owner.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Prices for training programs vary depending on the dog’s temperament and the chosen level of training. Clients will receive an estimate for the entire training program.

Testimonials

“Finding Wes at the Canine Classroom was such a relief in our dog training journey. If you’re looking for a dog trainer who can truly make a difference, Wes is your guy.”
– Kyla Smith

“Steve is an amazing trainer and knows so much information about dogs. He has an answer to every problem that I have with my wild (undomesticated) Carolina puppy. The program is easily digestible with an action plan once a week to work on. I went in 2 months ago almost in tears not able to control my dog, to her being calm and well behaved so quickly. I’d recommend this to any dog owner needing to train their dogs or puppies!”
– Kyla Burnett

“We purchased a 12 week old Labrador Retriever in Feb 2024. After bringing him home we did significant research to find a local trainer who would guide us in developing our new pup into a model citizen. We were impressed with the recommendations of Steve/Wes with Canine Classroom and reached out to them. Our boy is now eight months old and is a joy to be around. Steve/Wes have provided us with the guidance and tools we need to ensure Tucker becomes the well-mannered companion we had hoped he’d be. Full disclosure…you get out of the training what you put into it. The exercises are simple and are well explained/demonstrated to make them simple and easy to replicate. We take Tucker in every other week and do the exercises with him between sessions. We can see the difference if we aren’t diligent with this. However, that is on us, not due to Steve/Wes not providing the guidance/support/tools. We highly recommend Canine Classroom (Steve/Wes) if you are looking for top-notch trainers.”
– Duane LeMaire

About the Trainer

The Canine Class Room is a family-run dog training business established in 1993 in Portland, Oregon. Owners and trainers Steve Fuller and his son Wesley provide private, one-on-one dog training services. They focus on positive reinforcement methods, finding what best motivates each dog and using it consistently for immediate results.

Their private instruction is tailored to the individual needs of both the dog and owner, making it ideal for addressing various behavioral issues such as separation anxiety, housebreaking, food guarding, aggression, barking, biting, chewing, and jumping. They also offer puppy training for dogs at least 12 weeks old, covering manners, potty training, and a foundation in obedience.

The Canine Class Room emphasizes owner involvement in the training process, teaching owners how to be clear and consistent with words and body language. Their methods are based on psychological conditioning principles, designed to make training easy for dogs and simple for owners to understand. They offer flexible appointment times and work with dogs of any breed, size, or age, creating personalized training plans that fit the dog’s personality and the owner’s lifestyle.

Accomplishments

The Canine Class Room is a family-run business established in 1993, becoming one of the most sought-after dog training schools in the Portland area. Steve Fuller, the original founder, began his dog-training career in 1978 and has over 30 years of professional experience, having trained thousands of dogs. His son, Wesley Fuller, has been training full-time with Steve since 2007. They are committed to helping clients achieve desired training results.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can book a free evaluation and temperament test for their dog. They can call the business directly or schedule a free consultation, evaluation, and temperament test online. There is also an option to request a call back by filling out a form.

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  • 32 Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking
  • LGBTQ-friendly

Location

8138 Southwest Beaverton Hillsdale Highway Hillsdale Hwy, Portland, OR 97225