The Good Dog Academy

Training begins with a Behavior Blueprint consultation to assess the dog and establish goals. Clients then choose between in-home, facility-based, or remote video sessions, with flexible scheduling weekly or biweekly. Ongoing programs offer unlimited access to the trainer through monthly subscriptions. The Puppy Preschool program is a structured 6-week group class covering socialization, basic commands, and common puppy behaviors. All training plans are customized and revised based on progress and feedback.

Pricing Summary

The Behavior Blueprint consultation is $150 for a 50–60 minute session, which is applied toward any training program booked within 30 days. Remote training and in-home sessions are customized per client needs. Subscription plans include unlimited remote training, Q&A, and behavior reviews for a monthly fee. Group Puppy Preschool is $200 for a 6-week course. No upfront package commitment required.

Policies

To cancel or reschedule a session, clients must provide 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations or rescheduling with less than 24 hours’ notice incur a $25 fee.

The Good Dog Academy is a dog training business founded by Amber Jester, a certified Behavior Specialist and Dog Trainer with over a decade of experience working with dogs in shelters, film sets, and private homes. They offer personalized dog training and behavior modification services tailored to each dog’s learning style and the owner’s goals. Services include remote video training, in-home sessions, and facility-based training at their 2-acre location in Newark, TX. They specialize in puppy socialization, basic to advanced obedience, and challenging behaviors like separation anxiety, biting, reactivity, and potty training. Their approach is rooted in positive reinforcement and understanding the dog’s perspective, helping families build lasting bonds through clear communication. They also offer a Behavior Blueprint consultation to create customized training plans and provide ongoing support through subscription-based programs with unlimited access to the trainer. Additional offerings include a Puppy Preschool group class, gift certificates, and an upcoming trick training subscription box called the Bow Wow Box.

Amber has trained dogs for film productions, directed training programs at Operation Kindness and the Humane Society of North Texas, and has helped countless shelter dogs become adoptable. Her hands-on experience with behaviorally challenging dogs gives her unique expertise in solving complex issues. Clients receive weekly or biweekly sessions, with flexibility in frequency, and are encouraged to continue based on visible progress rather than being locked into long-term packages.

The business serves Tarrant and Wise Counties in Texas and offers remote training nationwide via video chat, making their services accessible to dog owners regardless of location.

Accomplishments

Amber Jester is a Certified Behavior Specialist and Dog Trainer since 2008. She trained animals for film productions including Temple Grandin and Friday Night Lights. She founded and directed the Animal Training Department at Operation Kindness shelter and served as Director of Animal Resources at the Humane Society of North Texas, where she developed behavior programs to increase adoption rates. She graduated from Triple Crown Dog Academy and regularly attends industry seminars to stay current.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a Behavior Blueprint consultation, a one-on-one session to evaluate the dog’s behavior, discuss goals, and create a customized training plan. This session costs $150 and can be applied toward any future training program if booked within 30 days.