Woofs & Wags Ithaca

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322 Rachel Carson Way, Ithaca, NY 14850

Service area: Serves dog owners across Tompkins County and the Finger Lakes region, with training offered in Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
puppy
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Basic Obedience
Puppy Training
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Potty Training
Fearfulness
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Lessons
Group Classes
In-Home

Program Formats

Sessions Package
Ongoing Weekly

Age of Dogs Trained

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

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars

Woofs & Wags Ithaca offers Puppy Training for dogs 8 weeks to 6 months, Basic Obedience for dogs 6 months and older, and Beyond the Basics private sessions for dogs with behavioral challenges. Group classes are held weekly for 5 weeks, covering foundational skills in a social setting. All programs use positive reinforcement and are customized to the dog’s needs, with options for in-home or group-based learning.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Private sessions are $125 each, with discounted packages: 3 sessions for $340 (save $35) or 5 sessions for $560 (save $65). Group classes cost $250 for a 5-week program. Puppy training packages include 5 in-home sessions for $560.

Testimonials

“Working with Cesar Vallejo has transformed the relationship with my dog. The training sessions were not only effective but also enjoyable. I highly recommend Woof & Wags to all dog owners.”
– Samantha

“I witnessed a remarkable change in my dog’s behavior after training with Cesar Vallejo. The positive reinforcement techniques truly work wonders in shaping a well-behaved pet.”
– David

“Thanks to Woofs & Wags, my dog has become well-behaved and responsive. The training approach was gentle yet firm, fostering a strong bond between us.”
– Emily

About the Trainer

Woofs & Wags Ithaca is a positive, relationship-based dog training service led by Cesar Vallejo, ABCDT, who uses science-backed, force-free methods to help dogs and their owners build trust and clear communication. They offer private training sessions and group classes tailored to puppies, adolescent dogs, and adults, focusing on foundational obedience, behavior modification, and socialization. Their programs emphasize fun, consistency, and individualized attention, making them ideal for families, rescue dogs, and dogs with reactivity, fearfulness, or potty training needs. The trainer brings experience from Urban K-9 in Brooklyn and is certified through Animal Behavior College, with a philosophy rooted in positive reinforcement and canine behavior science.

Services include in-home private sessions and group classes held in Ithaca, covering everything from puppy basics to leash reactivity and recall training. The business serves dog owners across Tompkins County and the Finger Lakes region, with flexible scheduling and package pricing designed to support long-term success.

Cesar Vallejo’s background includes managing restaurants before transitioning full-time to dog training, and he is passionate about creating calm, confident dogs through gentle, effective methods.

Accomplishments

Cesar Vallejo is a certified dog trainer (ABCDT) and a graduate of Animal Behavior College. He gained hands-on training experience at Urban K-9 in Brooklyn and successfully ran Woofs & Wags Brooklyn before expanding to Ithaca.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Woofs & Wags Ithaca via phone or email to discuss their dog’s needs and schedule a training session. There is no mention of a formal evaluation or consultation process prior to booking.

Contact

Free Consultation

Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Certifications

ABCDT

Languages

English

Location