Topknot Canine Center

Ranked #1 in Dover and #4 in Delaware

4.8 Stars,17 Reviews
2615 N Little Creek Rd, Dover, DE 19901

Service area: Delaware, including the Dover-Milford Area

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Jumping on People
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Private lessons can be scheduled Monday to Thursday. In these sessions, the trainer teaches owners how to create a strong foundation for their puppy, with the owner as leader, establishing ground rules, and dealing with issues such as jumping, puppy biting, house breaking, leash walking, and other behavioral issues.

About the Trainer

Topknot Training Center, in operation since 1973, offers dog training services with a focus on creating happy, obedient working dogs. Jodie Johnson, the primary trainer, and her students have a long history of successfully training and competing in AKC obedience competitions, consistently achieving top national rankings.

The center provides individual private lessons, conducted in their spacious, fully matted, and climate-controlled facilities. These lessons are designed to help owners establish a strong foundation with their puppies, teaching them to be leaders and address common behavioral issues.

They address concerns such as jumping, puppy biting, house breaking, and leash walking. While early training for puppies is encouraged, older dogs are also welcome and can benefit from their programs. The business name and website domain also indicate that pet grooming services are offered.

Accomplishments

Topknot Training Center has been in operation since 1973. Jodie Johnson and her students have successfully trained and competed in AKC obedience competitions with a wide variety of breeds of dogs and have consistently ranked in the top of national obedience standings.

How to Get Started!

Private lessons can be scheduled Monday to Thursday by calling (302) 678-0444.

Topknot Canine Center featured image for this Dog Trainer
  • 51 Years Experience

Availability

  • Weekdays

Associations

  • AKC
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Pet groomer

Location

2615 N Little Creek Rd, Dover, DE 19901