Youngs Dog Training LLC

Youngs Dog Training offers several comprehensive programs. The **Board & Train** program provides immersive training for puppies (8-16 weeks), adolescents (6-18 months), and adult dogs (18+ months), with duration options of 15, 21, or 30 days. Dogs stay in the trainer’s home, experiencing structured training, play, and exposure to various environments. Owners receive educational resources, breed-specific insights, and handouts to support continued progress. Vaccination requirements include Rabies, Bordetella, Distemper, Parvo, and Flea/Tick for puppies 6 months and older, and Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, and Flea/Tick (Feb-Nov) for adult dogs.

The **Owner Focused Coaching** program offers personalized one-on-one sessions for all ages and motivations, addressing issues from basic puppy manners to complex maladaptive behaviors like aggression and fear. It begins with a mandatory 90-minute consultation to assess the dog’s background and develop a tailored behavior plan focusing on management, enrichment, and training. Follow-up packages (1-Paw, 4-Paw, 6-Paw, 12-Paw) are available for ongoing support, with each session lasting one hour. The “Pathway to Manners” is a six-session program designed for foundational to advanced cues, suitable for dogs without severe fear or aggression, covering topics like leash pulling and mild reactivity. Sessions can be conducted remotely or in-person within a 30-mile radius of Chesterfield, MO.

The **Hands-Off In-Home Training** is a day training option where the trainer works directly with the dog in the owner’s home multiple times a week, with owners reinforcing skills between visits. This program includes “Isolated Cues” for specific behaviors (nine 30-minute sessions over three weeks) and “Tiered Learning” for comprehensive training. Owners receive coaching, enrichment education, and ongoing support through videos and handouts.

**Virtual Sessions** are 60-minute online sessions via Zoom or Google Meet, offering convenient, personalized training for foundational skills, advanced cues, enrichment, and behavior challenges. Additionally, the business offers **AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC, CGCA, CGCU)** and **APDT C.L.A.S.S. (H.S., B.A., M.A., PHD)** testing, with Owner Focused sessions available to help prepare dogs for these evaluations.

Pricing Summary

Pricing for Board & Train and Owner Focused programs is not explicitly listed, but options include 15, 21, or 30-day Board & Train programs, and various Owner Focused packages (1-Paw, 4-Paw, 6-Paw, 12-Paw, Pathway to Manners). AKC/APDT tests are priced at $10-$19 per test. Additional fees may apply for food if not provided by the owner, vet visits, grooming travel over 1 hour, and travel outside a 30-mile radius of Chesterfield, MO ($0.50 per mile).

Policies

For Owner Focused sessions, un-booked sessions beyond the planned timeframe without prior notice may be forfeited, potentially requiring a new consultation. For Board & Train, 30-minute bonding visits can be pre-purchased. Owners are encouraged to provide their dog’s food; otherwise, the cost will be added to the invoice. Grooming trips to the client’s usual groomer are offered, with a potential travel fee if over an hour away. Vet visits can be coordinated, with costs either prepaid by the owner or invoiced later. Dogs with a bite history or serious fear issues are not accepted into the Board & Train program to ensure the emotional safety of other enrolled puppies. A refund policy and general terms & conditions are available via links.

Youngs Dog Training LLC is a dog training business committed to empowering dog owners to achieve the best possible relationship with their companions. They provide unparalleled training techniques, unwavering commitment to follow-through and education, and foster continuous growth and development for both the dog and the owner.

They utilize a fear-free approach, combining nonverbal communication with enrichment and motivation to tap into a pet’s potential for success and happiness. Their comprehensive, holistic training acknowledges each dog’s unique identity, drawing on pioneering work from experts to understand how breed history and developmental stages influence behavior.

The business integrates recent breakthroughs in stress physiology, emotional neuroscience, and canine development to guide their understanding of canine emotional systems, such as curiosity, fear responses, and stress regulation. This research-blended approach creates a safe, empathetic, and effective program that respects a dog’s innate qualities and needs.

Their services extend beyond basic obedience, offering resources, practical enrichment ideas, and simple techniques for creating a home environment that fosters calm and confidence. They aim to help both owners and dogs develop a deeper understanding of each other, leading to long-term, meaningful results. They strictly avoid harsh tools like shock collars, pinch collars, or slip leads, rooting their training in science-based, humane techniques that nurture trust and respect. They also coordinate vet visits and grooming trips for Board & Train clients.

Accomplishments

Jonathan Young has over a decade of experience in dog training, beginning in September 2010. He completed a two-year hands-on training course from 2010 to 2012, accumulating 300 hours of practical teaching and working with shelter dogs to pass AKC CGC and APDT C.L.A.S.S. testing. In 2013, he completed Petco’s “Positive Dog Training” course and became a “Mentor Trainer Instructor” in 2014. He served as a Group Obedience Dog Trainer at Petco from 2013 to 2016, also mentoring new hires.

From 2016 to 2018, he trained service dogs for “A New Leash for Life” and instructed service dog classes for MOPP. He has been an AKC Canine Good Citizen Class Testing Evaluator since 2017 and an American Temperament Test Evaluator since 2018. Since 2014, he has been a Mentor Instructor for Animal Behavior College. In February 2023, he became a Certified Dog Trainer through the IACP, though he has since severed affiliation with that organization. In March 2023, he was accepted into the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), earning Dog Trainer Accreditation through IAABC. He is also a proud member of the Pet Professional Guild.

He completed Michael Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Master Course in May 2023 and the L.E.G.S.® Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation® Professional Course in June 2023, earning the Family Dog Mediator Certification. In August 2023, he completed Pet Harmony’s Pet Pro course for enrichment. He is currently working towards his Certified Clinical Animal Behaviorist Diploma.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can schedule a free 30-minute Services Inquiry via phone or Zoom from the homepage. This inquiry helps determine the most suitable program for their dog’s needs. Clients can also book and pay for services directly through the website. Following a purchase, an email will be sent with details on how to book the first consultation.