Three Dog Training

Private training begins with a free phone consultation and an in-home assessment to create a customized plan. Sessions are held at the client’s home or chosen location, with follow-up emails containing handouts after each class. Progress is reviewed at each session, and plans are adjusted as needed. Group classes are offered through Pepperell Recreation Department with small class sizes, held indoors in winter and outdoors in warmer months. A “Puppy 911” one-time session is available for new puppy owners. Advanced training includes off-leash hikes and outdoor venue training.

Pricing Summary

Payment is requested in full at the end of the assessment and each class via cash or check. Training plans are customized based on individual needs and budget. No fixed pricing is listed, but packages are flexible and can be adjusted during the training process.

Policies

Cancellations require 24 hours’ notice by email or text. Clients may add classes at any time. Training plans are flexible and can be adjusted to fit changing needs or schedules. All classes are scheduled in advance, with a preference to complete training within three months.

Three Dog Training is a positive reinforcement-based dog training service run by Lisa, a professional trainer with over 20 years of experience working in animal shelters across New England. She offers private in-home training sessions tailored to each dog and owner’s unique needs, as well as group classes through the Pepperell Recreation Department. Lisa’s approach is fun, family-centered, and focused on building confidence and strong bonds between dogs and their humans. She specializes in puppy training, behavior modification for fearful or reactive dogs, leash walking, potty training, and impulse control. Her training plans are customized after an in-home assessment, and clients receive follow-up emails with handouts after each session. Lisa is known for her patience, adaptability with challenging breeds like terriers and large dogs, and her ability to help families navigate adoption transitions and behavioral challenges.

She also offers a one-time “Puppy 911” session to help new puppy owners with housebreaking, crate training, and teething. Group classes are held seasonally indoors at the Pepperell Community Center or outdoors on the town field and walking path. Lisa encourages owners to observe a class before registering and is available for phone consultations to determine the right fit.

Her training is strictly positive reinforcement only, with no corrections or aversive tools used. She works with dogs of all ages—from puppies to seniors—and has successfully helped families with fearful, reactive, and multi-dog households. Clients frequently praise her for her accessibility, responsiveness, and ability to transform difficult situations into positive outcomes.

Lisa lives in Pepperell, MA with her husband and two dogs, and has been operating Three Dog Training since 2014.

Accomplishments

Lisa has been a professional dog trainer since 2014 and became a certified evaluator in 2022. She has over 20 years of experience working in animal shelters across New England and has trained hundreds of dogs and their owners in the local community.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free phone consultation to discuss needs. Then schedule an in-home assessment where Lisa evaluates the dog and creates a customized training plan. After the assessment, clients receive a detailed plan via email within 48 hours and can book their first session.