Wags n Wisdom Dog Training

Wags n Wisdom offers structured group classes including Puppy (8–24 weeks), Basic Manners, Advanced Manners, AKC CGC Prep, Recall, Loose Leash Walking, Mat Work, and Tricks. Classes meet once weekly for 4–6 weeks. Private in-home lessons are available for personalized training. The Train n Play program is a day training service with supervised play and reinforcement. Treibball is offered as a sport-specific program. Puppy Play Hour is a drop-off socialization session for puppies. All programs use positive reinforcement and focus on real-world skills. Seminars like Reactive Rover are offered periodically.

Pricing Summary

Payment is due in full at enrollment to reserve a spot; no refunds or transfers within 24 hours of class start or after it begins. Group classes are 6 weeks long (1 hour/week) or 4 weeks for clinics. Train n Play and PLAY packages have expiration timelines: 5-pack (7 days), 10-pack (14 days), 20-pack (30 days). Rescheduling allowed up to 48 hours before appointment. No pricing details listed publicly—contact for rates.

Policies

Full payment is required at enrollment to reserve a spot. No refunds or transfers are allowed within 24 hours of class start or after the class begins. Train n Play and PLAY packages expire within set timeframes (5-pack: 7 days, 10-pack: 14 days, 20-pack: 30 days). Appointments may be rescheduled up to 48 hours in advance. If minimum enrollment is not met, clients will be notified 24 hours prior and offered a refund, credit, or transfer. Weather cancellations result in notification at least 1 hour before and a make-up option.

Wags n Wisdom Dog Training, led by owner and certified trainer Lisa Wisdom, offers positive reinforcement-based dog training services in Portland, OR. They provide group classes, private in-home lessons, puppy social play hours, day training (Train n Play), and specialized programs like Treibball. Their training focuses on real-life skills such as recall, loose leash walking, basic manners, and behavior modification, with small class sizes and tailored instruction. They emphasize fun, safe socialization for puppies and dogs, and offer structured programs for all life stages—from puppies 8 weeks old to adult dogs. Their Train n Play day program allows owners to drop off their dogs for supervised play and training reinforcement, while their Treibball program offers a fun, sport-based activity for active dogs. All training uses reward-based methods, and staff are experienced in addressing common issues like jumping, biting, reactivity, and separation anxiety.

Lisa holds certifications as a CPDT-KA and Certified American Treibball Trainer (CATT), and her team includes trained professionals who support clients through multiple service types. The facility is located at 6899 SE Theissen Road, and all dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations. Clients consistently praise the team’s patience, knowledge, and ability to make training enjoyable for both dogs and owners.

In addition to training, they offer Puppy Play Hour (drop-off socialization), AKC CGC prep, and specialized seminars like Reactive Rover. Their services are designed to build confidence, improve behavior, and strengthen the human-dog bond through consistent, science-backed methods.

Accomplishments

Lisa Wisdom is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Certified American Treibball Trainer (CATT). She is a graduate of the Animal Behavior College (ABCDT). Her training programs have helped numerous clients achieve AKC Canine Good Citizen certification and successfully manage behavioral issues like reactivity and separation anxiety.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can view available class dates and schedule directly through the online booking system. For private lessons or questions about program suitability, they are encouraged to contact the business. All dogs must be current on vaccinations and equipped with a flat collar or harness and 4–6 foot leash. No prong, choke, slip, or electronic collars are permitted.