UPTON’S ALL BREED TRAINING GROOMING & BOARDING
Ranked #8 in Indianapolis and #50 in Indiana
Service area: Indianapolis, Indiana
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Potty Training
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Group Classes
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Herding
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Upton’s Famous Pet Training Center offers various training programs including Group Classes, Private/Semi-Private Training, and In-Kennel Training. Group classes include Kindergarten Puppy Classes, Basic Obedience (On Leash), and Advanced Obedience (Off Leash), each consisting of 16 classes where owners train their dogs under supervision.
They also provide in-kennel training, which includes drop-off day services or a 4-6 week stay at their Indianapolis Dog Training Center, where dogs are trained by professional staff under the supervision of Master Trainer Paul Upton. The training program is designed for all breeds and ages, focusing on a hands-on approach where both the K9 and owner learn together.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Group classes start at $250.00 & Up, plus training equipment. Puppies come with a no-interest convenient payment plan. The website states that pricing is not guaranteed until a contract is offered and signed.
Policies
The website states that pricing is not guaranteed until a contract is offered and signed. It also notes that a pet’s image may be used in social media and advertising, but the owner’s image will not be used without permission.
About the Trainer
Upton’s Famous Pet Training Center (UFPTC) was established in 1970 and is led by Paul Upton Sr., a renowned Expert & Master Dog Trainer with over 40 years of experience helping problem dogs change behaviors. They provide dog training, grooming, and boarding services.
UFPTC offers a unique, hands-on training program that is not limited to any specific breed or age of dog. They employ highly skilled and educated trainers, guaranteeing that K-9s will be trained by the best in Indiana. The program focuses on both the K-9 and owner learning together in a fun and easy way.
They are confident in their system, offering weekly open training classes for refreshers. In addition to training, Upton’s also offers German Shepherds for sale from American Championship show lines and German imports, including puppies and already trained adult dogs. Puppies come with a health guarantee, training package, and a no-interest payment plan.
Accomplishments
Paul Upton Sr. is described as a renowned Expert & Master Dog Trainer with over 40 years of experience. He has a history of helping problem dogs change behaviors.
Upton’s Famous Pet Training Center was founded in 1970 and has developed a unique program proven with over 40 years of successful K9 training. They are members of the German Shepherd dog club of central Indiana and have “Upton Winners & Champions” mentioned in their navigation.
How to Get Started!
Clients can set up a free consultation with Paul Upton by calling the business.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Afternoon
- Evening
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
- Pet boarding service
- Pet groomer