Upstate Canine Academy – Dog Training Facility

4.8 Stars,405 Reviews
24 Corporate Dr, Halfmoon, NY 12065

Service area: Serves Clifton Park, Halfmoon, and surrounding areas in Upstate New York; also offers virtual training nationwide and internationally.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification
  • Working Dog

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Fearfulness
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly
  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Terriers
  • Doodles

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
  • Positive with Some Corrections
  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars
  • Martingale Collars
  • Pinch Collars
  • E-Collars
  • Obstacle Courses

Programs include The Foundations Program for basic obedience, private and group training sessions, intensive 1- to 5-week board & train programs, and doggy daycare. Virtual consultations and online courses are available through the Tom Davis Online Academy. Clients receive personalized training plans, real-world exposure, and lifetime support. Group sessions require clients to be current training clients.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing varies by program: private and group training sessions are offered with packages; board & train programs are intensive and priced based on duration; virtual consultations are available for a fee. Specific rates are not listed publicly but can be obtained via consultation.

Policies

Virtual consultation appointments are bookable up to two weeks in advance; if no slots are available, clients are encouraged to check back. Group sessions require clients to be current training clients. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated publicly.

Testimonials

“We brought our nine-month-old working line German Shepherd, Bear, to Upstate Canine Academy for board and train–and we couldn’t be happier with the results! Kyle Gelsomini was exceptional… Thanks to UCA, Bear is now thriving—well-behaved, fun-loving, and a neighborhood favorite!… We’re excited to continue our relationship with UCA and wholeheartedly recommend their services.”
-Kyle Gelsomini Client

“Absolutely phenomenal experience from start to finish!… We specifically want to shoutout Kyle for he was our dog Benny’s main trainer… They truly became family to us. The love, patience, and knowledge they shared not only transformed our dog but also taught us so much as owners.”
-Benny’s Owner

“We had an incredible experience with Upstate Canine Academy–Kyle, Marigrace, Zach, Alyssa, and Casein were all incredibly caring, compassionate, and supportive… She came in very reactive, but thanks to their patience and knowledgeable guidance, she’s now in a much more neutral, calm state and continues to improve every day.”
-Lilah’s Owner

About the Trainer

Upstate Canine Academy, led by Tom Davis, is a premier dog training facility in Clifton Park, NY, offering personalized in-person and virtual dog training services. They specialize in behavior modification, obedience, and building strong human-dog bonds through tailored programs including private lessons, group sessions, and intensive board & train options. Their team of professional trainers, including Kyle Gelsomini and Marigrace, focuses on positive, effective techniques and provides lifetime support to clients. They also offer doggy daycare, online courses, and a membership club called No Bad Dogs, with resources including a podcast and merch. Training occurs in real-world settings and at their facility, with virtual consultations available nationwide and internationally.

Tom Davis is recognized as a nationally known canine educator, with a focus on practical, owner-centered training that addresses issues like reactivity, fearfulness, and leash pulling. Their programs emphasize communication, confidence-building, and long-term success, with many clients reporting life-changing results for both dogs and owners.

Additional services include doggy daycare at their facility and access to online training courses and a members-only club for ongoing support.

Accomplishments

Tom Davis is recognized as “America’s Canine Educator,” hosts the award-winning No Bad Dogs podcast, and has trained dogs and owners nationwide and internationally. His methods are featured in online courses and a membership club with thousands of participants.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can schedule a free virtual consultation with Tom Davis via phone, FaceTime, or Zoom to discuss their dog’s needs and develop a personalized training plan. In-person training can be initiated by contacting the facility directly or booking through the website.

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  • 21+ Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 9am-8pm
Tuesday: 9am-8pm
Wednesday: 9am-8pm
Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 9am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: Closed

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • Accredited

Languages

  • English
  • onsite services
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet boarding service
  • Pet trainer

Location

24 Corporate Dr, Halfmoon, NY 12065

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