The Pet Republic
Ranked #3 in Cambridge and #54 in Massachusetts
Service area: The Pet Republic provides dog training services to the people of Cambridge, MA.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Clickers
The Pet Republic offers private training sessions tailored to individual needs, covering topics from puppy integration to complex behavioral issues like reactivity and anxiety. Most packages include an initial 90-minute session to deep dive into the dog’s history, build a training framework, set expectations, and implement foundational skills. This is followed by three weekly 45-minute follow-up sessions to adjust the plan based on progress. Regular support and feedback are provided 4-5 days a week via an online journal or email check-ins.
For separation anxiety, the program requires a 4-week minimum commitment, starting with an initial 1-hour virtual session, daily customized mission creation, regular support, and a second virtual real-time assessment. The Loose Leash Walking package includes an initial 60-minute session, six 45-minute walk and train sessions with the trainer, and a final 45-minute skill transfer session with the owner. The Recall package includes an initial 60-minute session, three weekly 45-minute follow-up sessions, and regular support.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
The Pet Republic offers various private training packages and a la carte sessions. Most 4-week packages, including Puppy 101, Scaredy Pup, Hectic Hounds, Reactive Dogs, and Basic Manners, cost $700. The Separation Anxiety package is $850 for 4 weeks, and the Recall package is $570 for 4 weeks. The Loose Leash Walking package is $800 for 4 weeks. A single 90-minute session costs $250, and a single 60-minute follow-up session for existing clients costs $175.
Policies
The Pet Republic has a cancellation policy that requires all cancellations or reschedules to be initiated at least 72 hours before the scheduled session. If a session is canceled or rescheduled less than 72 hours in advance, it will result in the loss of that session.
About the Trainer
The Pet Republic is a dog training company based in Cambridge, MA, committed to providing humane, science-based dog training. They are dedicated to positive reinforcement and adhere to the LIMA principle (Least Intrusive and Minimally Aversive) training techniques. Their curriculum focuses on constructive learning, helping dogs make positive choices, and fostering a deeper bond between dogs and owners.
The company emphasizes that dog training should be fun and engaging for both the animal and human student. They employ highly skilled, knowledgeable animal professionals with years of dog handling experience and an ongoing dedication to learning and continuing education. The Pet Republic aims to make good dog training contribute to good neighbors and better neighborhoods.
They offer private training sessions covering a wide range of topics from puppy training to addressing reactivity and anxiety. Their staff includes over a dozen trainers and assistants, with senior trainers specializing in various areas of interest and expertise in dog training and animal behavior. They have been providing services in Cambridge since 2015.
Accomplishments
The Pet Republic employs a team of professional dog trainers with diverse educational backgrounds and certifications. Trainers hold certifications such as Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP), Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT), AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and Level 1 TAGTeach Certified. Their education includes degrees in Physiology and Neurobiology, Neuroscience with a focus on Animal Behavior, and certificates in Applied Animal Behavior.
Trainers have completed advanced seminars and courses from institutions like Karen Pryor Academy, Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, Ken Ramirez Advanced Training Topics, Michele Pouliot Canine Freestyle and Platform Training, and Living and Learning with Animals with Dr. Susan Friedman. They are affiliated with professional organizations such as the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW), Performance Scent Dogs (PSD), International Marine Animal Trainer’s Association (IMATA), and the Animal Behavior Society. Some trainers also have experience with shelter volunteer training and implementing evaluation and rehabilitation programs in shelters.
How to Get Started!
To get started with The Pet Republic, prospective clients can schedule a free call or a 30-minute phone consultation, especially for those interested in separation anxiety training. For other training needs, clients can purchase a specific package or opt for a single 90-minute a la carte session to deep dive into their pup’s history and build a training plan. Existing clients who have completed an initial single session or a training package can purchase single 60-minute follow-up sessions.

Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- KPA-CTP
- CSAT
- Credentialed
Associations
- APDT
- IAABC
- NACSW
- Accredited
Languages
- English
- russian
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking