The Polite Pooch – Dog Training & Behavior Modification

The Polite Pooch offers private in-home sessions and upcoming group classes in the park, including Elementary and Intermediate Obedience, Puppy 101, Reactive Rover, AKC Puppy S.T.A.R., and AKC Canine Good Citizen. They also provide supervised off-leash playgroups for socialization, matching dogs by temperament, size, and play style in a fenced-in location, with pick-up/drop-off included. Additionally, they offer Wedding/Event Services, providing customized concierge pet care, including pre-event training, transportation, and on-site assistance to ensure the dog’s comfort and participation.

Pricing Summary

Playgroups are $50 for an hour, including pick up/drop off. Group classes are $160 for a 4-week class and $225 for a 6-week class. Rates for Wedding/Event Services vary and require contact for an estimate.

The Polite Pooch, founded by Carly Walker, is a dog training and behavior modification business specializing in positive reinforcement methods. Carly, a CPDT-KA certified Dog Training & Behavioral Specialist, offers private in-home sessions and is developing group classes.

The business provides unique services such as supervised off-leash playgroups for dog socialization and specialized concierge pet care for weddings and events. Carly’s extensive background includes working as an Adoptions Coordinator for A Good Dog Rescue, where she gained significant experience with hundreds of rescue dogs and their common behavioral issues like leash reactivity, separation anxiety, and fear aggression.

She is also an AKC Evaluator and an alum of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. Carly has volunteered with multiple dog rescues, including the Connecticut Humane Society and Westchester Canine Center, and has a particular fondness for senior dogs, having adopted a 12-year-old senior herself.

Accomplishments

Carly Walker is a CPDT-KA certified Dog Training & Behavioral Specialist, holding CPDT and AKC Evaluator certifications. She is an alum of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and the founder of The Polite Pooch. Her experience includes working as an Adoptions Coordinator for A Good Dog Rescue, where she worked with hundreds of rescue dogs and focused on behavioral issues. She has also volunteered for multiple dog rescues, including the Connecticut Humane Society, Westchester Canine Center, and two rescues in Lombok, Indonesia.

How to Get Started!

To get started with playgroups, an initial meet and greet with the dog and owner is required for matching. For group classes, clients are advised to check back or contact the business for scheduling information. For Wedding/Event Services, clients should contact The Polite Pooch to discuss event details and receive an estimate, which includes multiple phone and in-person consultations.