Top Dog Training South Florida
Service area: Serves all of Broward and Palm Beach Counties, Florida, including Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and surrounding areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Potty Training
- Biting / Nipping
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training is delivered through private, in-home sessions lasting 45 minutes each. Programs are customized based on the dog’s age, breed, behavior, and owner’s goals. Sessions include hands-on instruction for the owner, with homework assigned to reinforce learning. Programs range from puppy socialization and basic obedience to advanced behavior modification and service dog task training. Training progresses from low-distraction environments to real-world settings like parks and pet stores.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not publicly listed. Clients are encouraged to schedule a free consultation to receive a personalized quote based on their dog’s needs and training goals.
Policies
No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated on the website.
Testimonials
Jay is a wonderful trainer. He helped us each step of the way for our pup to become a Canine Good Citizen as well as teaching him the requisite skills to become a service dog. Jay was patient, thoughtful in his approach, and most importantly, always exercised consistent positive reinforcement. The biggest takeaway for me is that I learned how to teach and be a better dog parent.
– Tony Lee
Working with Jay was a great experience. He is very knowledgeable and only uses positive training methods, which was important to me. We set up our goals, worked on them each session, and then he would give us homework to work on until the next session. Tootsie is learning the commands quickly and it’s fun to work with her on them. Jay even suggested some commands that I didn’t know about that have been helpful. I highly recommend working with Jay!
– Jaime G
Jay helped us build a solid foundation — now Vivian listens and walks nicely on a leash, and has learned to settle when guests come over as a puppy. I like how he focused not just on training the dog, but also on teaching me how to continue the good habits at home with Vivi. I definitely recommend top dog training!
– marjorie Goldsmith
About the Trainer
Top Dog Training South Florida is a premier in-home dog training service based in Boca Raton, serving pet owners throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Led by Jay, a certified trainer with over 2,500 dogs trained, the business specializes in personalized, force-free training using positive reinforcement techniques. They work with puppies, adolescents, adults, and senior dogs, addressing a wide range of behavioral issues including leash pulling, reactivity, jumping, barking, potty training, separation anxiety, and aggression. They also offer specialized psychiatric service dog training and Canine Good Citizen preparation. All training occurs in the client’s home, park, or preferred location, ensuring a familiar and comfortable environment for the dog. Jay emphasizes empowering both dog and owner through clear communication, consistency, and compassionate methods—never using shock collars, prong collars, or physical corrections.
The business stands out for its high volume of 5-star Google reviews, its commitment to ethical training, and its focus on teaching owners how to continue training at home. Clients report significant improvements in their dogs’ behavior and a stronger human-dog bond after working with Jay.
Additional services include free phone or Zoom consultations, customized training plans, and follow-up homework to reinforce progress between sessions.
Accomplishments
Top Dog Training was awarded “World’s Greatest” by Bloomberg TV’s World’s Greatest Television. Jay has trained over 2,500 dogs and is certified through the International School for Certified Dog Trainers (ISCDT) as a Certified Dog Trainer – Professional Service Canine (CDT-PSC).
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients begin with a free phone or Zoom consultation. During this session, Jay evaluates the dog’s behavior, listens to the owner’s concerns, explains the training approach, and recommends a customized plan. This allows the owner to make an informed decision before committing to sessions.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- CDT-PSC
- ISCDT
Associations
- IACP
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- onsite services
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
5064 Lake Catalina Dr N unit a, Boca Raton, FL 33496Listing Tools for Trainers
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