The Home Grown Dog
Ranked #3 in Sarasota and #145 in Florida
Service area: Sarasota, Florida and surrounding areas
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Board and Train
- Day Training
- Private Lessons
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- One-Time Consultation
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:
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
The Home Grown Dog offers several training programs tailored for different ages and needs. Adult Programs (6 months +) include Board + Train, with lengths of 3, 4, or 5+ weeks, designed to help owners achieve their desired life with their dog. Day Train is a 4-week program held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, where dogs are dropped off for training during the day, with owners receiving homework for practice.
Puppy Programs (8 Weeks – 24 Weeks) include the Now + Later Program, which combines a 2-week puppy board + train with a 2.5-week adult board + train once the pup is over 6 months old. The Puppy Pre-K Board + Train starts at 2 weeks and focuses on crate training, potty training, basic commands, and proper socialization. A Puppy Lesson Package offers 4 private, 45-minute lessons held at The Home Grown Dog’s location. Virtual Lessons are also available for remote consultation, tool understanding, or general questions.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Adult Board + Train programs are priced at $3,600 for 3 Weeks, $4,500 for 4 Weeks, and $5,500+ for 5+ Weeks. Day Train is $2,300 for 4 Weeks (Monday, Wednesday, Friday).
Puppy programs include the Now + Later Program for $5,000, and Puppy Pre-K Board + Train starting at $2,500+. A Puppy Lesson Package of 4, 45-minute lessons is $650. Virtual Lessons are available for $100 per 1-hour session. Puppy Lesson Package lessons expire 2 months after purchase or at 6 months of age, whichever comes first.
Policies
For the Puppy Lesson Package, lessons expire 2 months after purchase or when the puppy reaches 6 months of age, whichever comes first.
About the Trainer
The Home Grown Dog is a dog training business founded and led by Emily, who developed a passion for dog training after experiencing challenges with her own puppy in 2020. The business aims to bridge the communication gap between owners and their dogs, focusing on relationship-based methods to improve the lives of both.
They offer various programs including Board + Train for both puppies and adult dogs, Day Train, Puppy Lesson Packages, and Virtual Lessons. Their approach is not one-size-fits-all, utilizing tools such as E-collars, prong collars, and slip leashes, while emphasizing crate training as an invaluable skill for every dog.
Emily’s background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, apprenticeship under two mentors in a board and train setting, and a commitment to continuing education through webinars, seminars, and workshops. The Home Grown Dog helps owners address common issues like leash pulling, fearfulness, nipping, potty training, and general manners, striving to instill confidence and calm in family dogs.
Accomplishments
Emily, the founder and head trainer, graduated from Radford University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and a concentration in Advertising. She apprenticed under two mentors, gaining experience in a board and train setting. Emily prioritizes continuing education, having furthered her knowledge through webinars, seminars, and workshops.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients can call to schedule a phone consultation at 941-200-1888 or fill out the contact form available on the website. For those interested in Board + Train programs, it is recommended to familiarize oneself with the offerings, prices, and training methods before submitting the contact form. A response to contact form submissions can be expected within 24-48 business hours.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking