The Confident Pooch
Service area: Serves West Plano, TX and surrounding areas including Jack Carter Park, Windhaven Meadows, and local stores like Home Depot and PetSmart.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Board and Train
- Private Facility
- In-Home
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- 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)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Board & Train offers intensive 2- or 4-week programs with home manners, obedience, and public exposure; includes social play, crate training, and follow-up lessons. Private Lessons are offered weekly in packages or à la carte, covering basic to advanced obedience and behavior modification. Group Classes are 6-week sessions held at local parks, limited to 6 dogs, with progression from Standard to Advanced Obedience. All programs include written home instructions and field trips to real-world environments.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Board & Train: 2-week Obedience Foundations at $1400, 4-week Standard Obedience at $2499. Private Lessons: $675 for 6 lessons (in-facility), $860 for 6 lessons (in-home); $129 or $159 per single lesson. Group Classes: Standard Obedience $425, Advanced Obedience $375. Puppy/Adoption Evaluation: $100 per location.
Testimonials
The best obedience training in town. My dog is very hyperactive, yet Maegan taught her how to “place.” Our dog does not lunge for the front door or jump up on people when she is in place. She stays on that cot as if her life depended on it. I am impressed with the level of training and the results, especially after having a refresher course. They offer boarding as well. The place is clean and neatly organized. I would trust them to take care of my canine companion. They give meds, apply ointment, and provide whatever other care your pet might need. I highly recommend this place and, especially, the trainer.
– Customer
Maegan did an amazing job training Libby Lu, and you could tell they truly cared about her. I would suggest them to anyone whose furry friend needs behavior modification or even basic training. I give them ten stars!
– Customer
Maegan and her staff have been amazing with our pups. They love pups and our pups adore them. They are very knowledgeable and great at what they do.
– Customer
About the Trainer
The Confident Pooch is a certified dog training and behavior modification business led by Maegan Bardes, a graduate of Starmark Academy and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Behavior Modification Specialist. They offer private lessons and limited Board & Train services out of a private home in West Plano, TX, focusing on balanced training methods that combine positive reinforcement with consequences for unwanted behaviors. Their approach aims to build long-term obedience and resolve deep-seated issues like fear, aggression, leash reactivity, and separation anxiety without relying on treats or lures. Board & Train programs include home manners, socialization with other dogs, and public exposure at locations like Home Depot and PetSmart. Private lessons are available in-home or at their facility, covering everything from basic obedience to advanced off-leash reliability. They also offer group classes, puppy evaluations for adoption, and provide ongoing support with written instructions and follow-up lessons.
Their unique advantage lies in addressing the root causes of behavior problems rather than offering quick fixes, and they emphasize building a true bond between dog and owner through clear communication and consistent training. Maegan personally trains all dogs and provides hands-on care during Board & Train, including social play, climate-controlled crating, and medication administration when needed.
Accomplishments
Maegan Bardes is a graduate of Starmark Academy School for Dog Trainers, certified in Canine Obedience Training and Behavior Modification. She has successfully trained dogs with severe behavioral issues including aggression, fear, and separation anxiety, and her clients report long-term results and improved family dynamics.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a complimentary in-home evaluation to assess the dog’s needs and develop a tailored training plan. Clients can then choose between Board & Train, Private Lessons, or Group Classes based on their goals and schedule.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
Location
6817 Magnum Dr, Plano, TX 75024Listing Tools for Trainers
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