Puppy Training in Sarasota, FL
Private lessons are held at public parks in the Sarasota–Bradenton area; board & train dogs live with a Pro Trainer. Rated 4.9 on Google by 142 Sarasota dog owners.
Puppy programs and prices
AKC Star Puppy
$475
1 one-hour consultation + 6 thirty-minute private sessions
- Potty training
- Nutrition and vaccination schedules
- Socializing and imprinting
- Positive behavioral shaping
Puppies under 5 months. (Program name as published by the owner; no AKC enrollment claim is made here.)
Book nowPuppy Board & Train
From $1,900
2 or 4 weeks (see /prices/)
- Potty training
- Crate training
- Bite inhibition
- Come, Sit, limited leash handling
Puppies 12 weeks to 5 months. $1,900 / $3,400 as listed on /prices/.
Book nowGuarantee details: our results, satisfaction, and lifetime support/refresher guarantees apply to select programs only, and terms vary by program. Please contact us for the full guarantee terms that apply to your dog's program.
Puppy lessons or puppy board & train?
| Compare | AKC Star Puppy (lessons) | Puppy Board & Train |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $475 | From $1,900 |
| Age | Under 5 months | 12 weeks to 5 months |
| Format | 1 consultation + 6 private half-hour sessions, you train with us | Puppy lives with a Pro Trainer |
| Covers | Potty training, nutrition, vaccination schedule, socializing, shaping | Potty training, crate training, bite inhibition, Come, Sit, limited leash handling |
| Best for | Owners who want to build the habits themselves | Owners who need the foundation set fast |
After 6 months, puppies move into Basic Obedience Lessons ($700), where the e-collar work begins.
What a Sarasota puppy learns with us
Potty and crate routine
A schedule that fits Florida heat and your household, so accidents stop being the daily story.
Bite inhibition and manners
Mouthing, nipping and jumping are redirected now, before they become adult habits.
Socialization that is actually safe
Exposure to people, surfaces, sounds and calm dogs at the right pace for your puppy's vaccination schedule.
First commands
Come, Sit, Place and the start of leash handling, taught with positive reinforcement.
Hand-off to obedience at 6 months
Puppy graduates roll into Basic Obedience Lessons with a trainer who already knows the dog.
Sarasota families who started early
4.9 stars from 142 Google reviews as of the day this page was published. Read all reviews on Google.
★★★★★My dog went through the two week board and train program and I was shocked at the results. They sent me updates every day and when I got my dog back after two weeks he was a new dog. Before training Jax wouldn't listen to anything and now he listens to commands and doesn't jump on people anymore.
★★★★★A great trainer; patient, thorough and effective. Our very excited GS responded great to his training and we are able to take her out for walks without any issues now. Well worth the investment to have a great companion.
★★★★★Best thing I could have ever done for my Great Dane Lucy. She is a new dog thanks to my trainers. We have recently acquired another Great Dane and we have already lined up another 2 week board and train for our new baby girl.
Puppy training videos
The Off Leash K9 Training network publishes more than 1,500 before-and-after videos on YouTube. Pick any dog that looks like yours and watch the first day and the last day.
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A featured Sarasota video will be embedded here once the owner selects it.
Puppy training across Sarasota and Manatee
Off Leash K9 Training Sarasota serves Sarasota and Manatee counties. Lessons happen at public parks near you; board & train pickup is arranged at the consultation.
- Bradenton
- Lakewood Ranch
- Venice
- North Port
- Englewood
- Parrish
- Palmetto
- Ellenton
- Siesta Key
- Longboat Key
- Osprey
- Nokomis
Sarasota neighborhoods: Bird Key, Lido Key, St. Armands, Palmer Ranch, Gulf Gate, Bee Ridge, Fruitville, The Meadows, Kensington Park, Southgate, Sarasota Springs, Vamo, University Park, Bayshore Gardens, Palma Sola.
Puppy training questions
At what age should puppy training start in Sarasota?
As soon as your puppy is home. The AKC Star Puppy program at Off Leash K9 Training Sarasota FL takes puppies under 5 months, and the Puppy Board & Train accepts puppies from 12 weeks. Formal obedience with the e-collar begins at 6 months.
How much is puppy training?
The AKC Star Puppy program is $475 (one 1-hour consultation plus six 30-minute private sessions). The Puppy Board & Train starts at $1,900; the current options and lengths are listed on the pricing page.
Do you help with potty training?
Yes. Potty training is the first topic in both puppy programs, with a schedule built around your household, and crate training is included in the Puppy Board & Train. Our blog guide on fast potty training covers the method we teach.
Is puppy training done with an e-collar?
No. Puppy programs use positive reinforcement and shaping only. The e-collar is introduced in Basic Obedience Lessons from 6 months of age, when the dog is ready for it.
My puppy bites hands and ankles. Is that covered?
Bite inhibition is a core part of the Puppy Board & Train and is addressed in the Star Puppy sessions. Redirecting mouthing now is far easier than correcting an adult dog later.
Where are puppy lessons held?
Private puppy sessions are held at public parks and quiet outdoor spots around Sarasota and Bradenton, chosen to match your puppy's vaccination stage. Off Leash K9 Training Sarasota FL serves Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Talk to a Sarasota trainer today
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