World Canine

Training programs are structured as weekly 1-hour sessions over 4 to 6 weeks, depending on the program. Basic Puppy Training targets pups 8–16 weeks old, focusing on confidence, leadership, and recall. Advanced Puppy Training adds leash walking and formal on-leash obedience for dogs 3–5 months. Behavior Modification addresses problematic behaviors in dogs of any age, including aggression, uncooperativeness, and other issues. On Leash Obedience teaches heeling, sit, down, stay, and recall, with equal emphasis on owner technique. All programs are custom-tailored based on an evaluation form, and progression depends on the dog’s comfort and mastery at each stage.

Pricing Summary

Basic Puppy Training: $325 (4 weekly sessions). Advanced Puppy Training: $625 plus lead and collar (6 weekly sessions). Behavior Modification: $625 plus lead and collar (6 weekly sessions). On Leash Obedience: $625 plus lead and collar (6 weekly sessions). In-home evaluations: $65. Additional services like off-leash, tracking, or protection work are available upon request and custom-tailored.

Policies

Clients must book appointments in advance. Due to the presence of aggressive dogs in training, visitors are asked to call before arriving without an appointment. Programs are not refundable and require completion of an evaluation form before enrollment. Problems are not corrected overnight; training duration varies by dog and issue.

World Canine is a dog training business founded in Poughkeepsie, New York by trainer Christopher Murley. They offer customized training programs for dogs of all breeds, sizes, ages, and behavioral issues, with a focus on building a confident, respectful, and voluntary connection between dog and owner. Their method emphasizes leadership through clear communication and energy, avoiding fear-based techniques in favor of fostering trust and desire to work. Programs include Basic Puppy Training, Advanced Puppy Training, Behavior Modification, and On Leash Obedience, all delivered in 1-hour weekly sessions. They also offer off-leash training, tracking, protection work, and in-home training upon request. The business prioritizes individualized plans and requires an evaluation form before starting any program.

Christopher credits his training philosophy to his mentor Robert H. Conklin at The Hudson Valley K9 Academy and rejects traditional “yank and crank” military methods. Instead, he teaches dogs to choose to connect with their handler, resulting in long-lasting, reliable behavior. The training is not cookie-cutter; progress depends on the dog’s comfort level at each stage, and trainers avoid rushing to prevent undoing prior work. They emphasize that owners receive as much training as the dog, focusing on body language and consistent leadership.

Services are offered at their facility in Hopewell Junction, NY, and they do not offer boarding, grooming, or other pet services. They require clients to book appointments and call ahead if arriving without one due to the presence of aggressive dogs in training.

Accomplishments

Christopher Murley was trained by Robert H. Conklin at The Hudson Valley K9 Academy and is recognized for successfully working with dogs that other trainers have given up on, achieving what clients describe as “miracles.”

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must fill out an online evaluation form to describe their dog’s specific issues. After submission, they are encouraged to book an appointment via the provided booking link. An in-home evaluation is available for $65 to assess the dog’s needs before starting a program.