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NICK'S DOG TRAINING: Experts in behavior modification (leash reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety), obedience (basic, advanced, off-leash), service dog training, competition skills development, and puppy foundational training for puppies/dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds.

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10 March 2025

We have now an 8 month old English Springer Spaniel. Remi is full of energy and we were getting so frustrated either her jumping on us, counter surfing, and being her chew toys. I feel like it was an every other day conversation that we were going to rehome her. Then I found the ad for Nick’s training and I said well this is our last resort. We met with Nick for her evaluation and she showed him full Remi. Now comes her first session with Nick and I was amazed. We have a different dog. She listens, she doesn’t jump or bite and I have been walking her off her leash. We are so thankful for Nick and the patients he had with our little girl. We are happy to say that Remi will continue as a part of our family and we just love her even more and more each day! Thank You Nick More...

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Thank you Jamie for trusting us with Remi’s training, and for the positive review and feedback. It was our sincere pleasure helping you, Matt and Remi. Stay in touch and best wishes going forward!

10 March 2025

icks Dog Training have been invaluable to me and my dog Beano. We had done a lot of training ourselves, but I was struggling to get him reliable and trustworthy. Nick’s program and approach helped me to polish Beano and fine tune him to be a brilliant companion dog More...

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It was our pleasure working with you and Beano. Thank you for trusting us with the training. We are so pleased with the positive result we were able to create together! Enjoy the off-leash freedom and your new relationship with Beano!

4 March 2025

Highly recommend Nick! He did an amazing job training our crazy energetic 120 pound German Shephard! We now feel at ease knowing we can take him everywhere with us and he’s not going ballistic! Thanks again Nick!

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Thank you so much Claudia, for the positive feedback and the review. It was our sincere pleasure helping you and Alfie. He is a great dog and we are very pleased with the results of the training!

2 March 2025

Nick has made a life-changing difference for my dog, Franklin. Franklin was adopted in 2022 and had developed serious aggressive/behavioral issues that would not have allowed Franklin to continue to live with my family and three other dogs.

I felt the need to surrender Franklin after several months of training sessions with other dog trainers and seeing no progress being made with Franklin. These trainers possibly did not have the knowledge, personal time, and/or skills to work with a dog that showed such behavioral issues as Franklin.

Then, Franklin met Nick in the fall of 2023 and began serious training. Not only did Nick correct the inappropriate behavior Franklin was demonstrating, but he also educated anyone who handles Franklin with successful skills and communication to help aid in Franklin's successful training.

Nick has been available and supportive throughout this entire journey. He is actively involved in Franklin's life today and continues to provide me with the confidence and knowledge needed for Franklin. Handling a dog properly never ends, and Nick's support has been so valuable for Franklin and me.

Today, Franklin enjoys off-leash hikes, house guests, and hanging out with family (both two and four-legged). Nick has taught me that training is ongoing, consistency is key, and once proper training is incorporated into your daily life, you and your dog will thrive!
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Thank you Christy for the feedback and for trusting us with Franklin’s training. We loved working with him and your family, and we are pleased with the progress and the result that we have achieved!

24 February 2025

Nick gets 5 stars for teaching us how to communicate effectively with our dog. Turns out he ( our pup) knew what to do, we just needed the tools to teach him the expectation. Walks are far more enjoyable for both of us! And our bound is even greater! We completed our training last fall, and having walks controlled saved me this winter! ( all the ice, it would have been disaster) . Nick is personable & always available to answer questions. Being consistent is Key! If you put the time in, you will get the results you want. Thanks Nick More...

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Thank you so much Lisa for the positive feedback and the review. It was a pleasure helping you and your dogs. Thank you again for trusting us with the training. Stay in touch!

11 February 2025

There's really no accurate way to say in a review just how much i am greatful for the freedom and security ive gained having Colby spend time with Nick he's known sand worked getting him prepared for service work. Being in a wheelchair makes things a challenge my puppy brings me things picks stuff up when I drop it guids my chair when I can't push when i can he is right there and I wouldn't have the abilities and possibilities open to me now if not for him You can see all the lives he's changed for the best on his media. And I hope for the people reading and deciding you will never regret a moment of the time you will have with your pup nicks dog training will make those moments possible to happen More...

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Thank you so much Rob for the positive feedback! It has been our pleasure helping you, we look forward to seeing continued updates of you and Colby!

9 February 2025

Nickis the best! So professional and great with myself and my dogs. Great results, couldn't be happier!

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Thank you Jen, it was a pleasure working with you and your dogs. We appreciate the positive feedback and we are glad we were able to help you create such a positive result.

7 February 2025

Nick is our third trainer and as the saying goes, third time is a charm! Nick is the only one who seemed to get through to our dog. It is a constant work in progress but we had to learn some things as well as our pup. We had never had a reactive dog before. Nick was referred to us by a friend and we consider it one of the best referrals ever! More...

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Thank you Nora. It was a pleasure working with you and Scout in our dog training private lessons program. We appreciate the kind words and positive feedback!

15 January 2025

Nick taught me quite a bit about what to do with an unpredictable stray that we took in. The dog was aggressive with strangers and we feared that big trouble was on the way. Nick trained us to train the dog, who now is doing so well that people say "that's a good doggie." I can safely recommend Nick! More...

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Thanks Kip for the feedback and for trusting us with Romeo’s training. It was a pleasure helping you and your family through our Dog Training Classes in Cuyahoga County. Feel free to stay in touch and keep us posted on your continued progress!

25 December 2024

Nicks training methods worked wonders with our Beulah. She went from being terrified of other dogs, to happily playing with dogs after just two sessions. We couldn't be more satisfied with the results, thanks to Nick. More...

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Thanks for the review, Rick. It was a pleasure helping you and Beulah and watching her gain confidence!

14 December 2024

I would really recommend Nick to help train your dog with any training. He understands dog language, how they think which helped me understand why my dogs do what they do. My dogs behave better now.

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Thank you so much Vicki for the positive feedback and the review. It has been my sincere pleasure helping you and your dogs. I look forward to seeing your continued progress and Sonny passing his AKC Canine Good Citizen test!

2 December 2024

Nick was very professional and candid about what our dog needed… and what our role in the process was. After one visit.. our dog was completely different. She went from being disobedient to following our commands and listening to us. We went from a very stressful household to a calm one. Nick was worth every penny we paid. We were so frustrated and burned out… he truly “ saved the day.” Our visitors are astonished at the progress and the comment we get over and over is “ she’s like a different dog.” Thanks Nick. You will always be top dog in our book! ❤️ More...

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Thank you Jan for trusting me with Patch's training. It was a sincere pleasure helping you and your family.

17 November 2024

I just want to take a moment to share my experiences with Nicks Dog Training. I must admit I was a little skeptical because I came across Nicks Dog Training in a Facebook ad but I took a chance. Nick came to my home and after meeting and speaking with him, I was sold. Nick is sincere and forthcoming, a straight shooter. He was very patient with my dog Rocky (and with me.) Nick was very flexible with my schedule and the time he spent with us. He was very respectful of my time and a great communicator. Nick is a man of his word and to me that is priceless. His training methods were simple and easy to follow. I saw immediate results after the very first session. My neighbor's caught a couple of our training sessions and inquired about his services. Nick even graciously shared a few tips with my neighbor and his dog. My dog had a big problem running after people or other dogs. Not anymore. I highly recommend Nick's Dog Training to anyone interested in training their dog to listen and obey. It was very reasonable and well worth it. More...

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Maurice - thank you so much for the kind words, I am flattered and appreciative! Great job to you and Rocky. I am so happy everything worked out and that we were able to create such a positive outcome together!

11 November 2024

5 Stars – Outstanding Dog Training Experience!

I can't thank Nick enough for the amazing transformation in my dog’s behavior! From the very first session, it was clear that Nick is not only highly knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about helping dogs and their owners. He took the time to understand my dog's unique needs and tailored the training to ensure success.

The techniques were clear, effective, and easy to follow. My dog is now much more well-behaved, and responsive, and I feel more empowered as an owner. Whether it was leash training, recall, or behavioral issues, Nick provided practical solutions that really work. The sessions were always fun, engaging, and supportive, which made the experience enjoyable for both my wife, me and our dog.

I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking to strengthen their bond with their dog and address any behavioral challenges. It's been a game-changer for us!
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Thank you Craig, it was a pleasure helping you get Archie trained. Enjoy his new training and your new relationship with him.

20 October 2024

***** great dog trainer. I have a black mouth mountain kur/lab mix. Overactive, overly excited, jumper, pulled on leash when we walked. . very strong 70#dog. Nick had him walking nice in a very short time. No more jumping on people when they come to visit. No more jumping on the fence after other dogs in our backyard. He is amazing. He met one of nicks dogs to interact and he did good. He has so much patience, skills to help any dog! He gets 5 stars from me. I’d recommend him to anyone! Just see for yourself give me him a call. I was totally amazed at his work. Thanks Nick! 😊🐕🦮 More...

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Hi Christine, my pleasure, glad I was able to help you and Boss. Thank you so much for the positive feedback.

20 October 2024

Nick helped us with Bruno and Emma. Bruno is just an unruly adolescent in much need of structure. Emma, on the other hand is our almost perfect rescue. We don’t know what happened in that first year of her life before we adopted her, but she probably had no contact with other dogs and wasn’t easy for me to try to socialize her. I guess I needed an e-collar too! Nick provided us with the tools to help her and enough guidance to give me confidence. I know now that she is in the right path to being the perfect dog. More...

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Thank you so much for the positive feedback, Olga! It was a pleasure helping you, Emma and Bruno. I am so pleased that I was able to help you create such a positive outcome for the dogs and for your relationship with them. Maybe I’ll see you at the dog park sometime. Take care!

20 October 2024

We have a beautiful rescue dog, Emma, who didn’t like other dogs and was stubborn and dominant. Nick has helped her so much I now feel we are finally having the perfect dog she deserves to be.

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17 October 2024

My heeler was a leash puller, excessive barker, and got into the trash a lot. Working with nick helped us learn how to curb the unwanted behaviors. Now he can walk off leash with me and we can have company over with no stress! This was a great experience for us and Zuko! More...

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Glad it all worked out, great job with the training and thank you for the feedback!

5 October 2024

We had tried training our golden retriever/German shepherd as a puppy. We enrolled her in some group classes, but they just didn’t do the trick. By the time she was fully grown, she had become a hyper girl who had developed some bad habits, such as intense leash pulling, jumping on guests at the door to say hi, and some other unwanted behaviors. She was strong and hard to hold back, so we didn’t take her out as much as we wanted for walks and adventures.

Then, I stumbled across an ad for Nick's Dog Training and decided to give him a call. We are so glad we did! Luna is now able to follow our directions and commands with ease, and she has learned that her good behavior has allowed her to join us on more adventures! I also never imagined I would be able to trust Luna off-leash, and we can confidently do that now, which is amazing. Nick was very helpful and worked with us in a variety of environments, ensuring that whatever our goals were for Luna were met. He’s experienced and I highly recommend him if you’re looking for professional dog training!
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Thank you Lauren for the feedback and for entrusting me with Luna’s training. It was a lot of fun working with you and your family. Enjoy Luna and her new training, especially the off-leash freedom and outdoor adventures!

5 October 2024

We had tried training our golden retriever/German shepherd as a puppy. We enrolled her in some group classes, but they just didn’t do the trick. By the time she was fully grown, she had become a hyper girl who had developed some bad habits, such as intense leash pulling, jumping on guests at the door to say hi, and some other unwanted behaviors. She was strong and hard to hold back, so we didn’t take her out as much as we wanted for walks and adventures. Then, I stumbled across an ad for Nick's Dog Training and decided to give him a call. We are so glad we did! Luna is now able to follow our directions and commands with ease, and she has learned that her good behavior has allowed her to join us on more adventures! I also never imagined I would be able to trust Luna off-leash, and we can confidently do that now, which is amazing. Nick was very helpful and worked with us in a variety of environments, ensuring that whatever our goals were for Luna were met. He’s experienced and I highly recommend him if you’re looking for professional dog training! More...

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3 October 2024

Nick has been a blessing for our family. After only 5 weeks he was able to train our 15 month old pitbull. Our pup no longer jumps on people or pulls when walking. We've even been able to take her off leash which is something I never even imagined possible. I would highly recommend Nick to anyone looking to train their dog quickly and effectively. More...

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Thanks Erina! It was lots of fun working with you and Snickers during our Dog Training Lessons. I am glad we were able to create such a positive outcome… enjoy the training and your new ability to take Snickers out in public with you (anywhere and everywhere) with the comfort of knowing she will be on her best behavior :)

28 September 2024

Nick performed a miracle with my dog Bennie. Unfortunately Bennie had serious behavioral issues that we couldn’t take him to groomers, veterinary or have him boarded when we take trips. We were at our wits end and didn’t know what to do. We love Bennie and didn't want to give him up. Luckily a neighbor referred me to Nick. He was patient and terrific with Bennie. After 5 sessions Bennie’s behavior improved dramatically that he became more social with people, the excessive barking and pulling on the leash stopped and eventually he was able to be groomed by a regular groomer. My sister and I are so grateful to Nick. I would highly recommend Nick to anyone having behavioral issues with their dog. You will definitely see results!! More...

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I am so glad I was able to help you create a positive outcome for Bennie. Enjoy your new relationship with him and please keep me updated on his continued progress.

27 September 2024

I am so thankful that I found Nick to work with my 2 dogs and my family. Not only did we learn typical training, we also learned how to deal with the aggression between our dogs. Nick is compassionate and very knowledgeable with the different canine behaviors and how to address each accordingly. I HIGHLY recommend Nick's Dog Training regardless if you need help with aggressive behavior, or just unwanted behavior or habits; Nick can help you! More...

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Hi Michelle. Thank you for trusting me to help you with Rocky and Apollo. It was a pleasure working with you and your family and I am glad we were able to create a positive outcome for you and the dogs!

27 September 2024

Nick was nothing short of amazing for our dogs! You can absolutely tell that this is his passion. If you’re on the fence, please take the plunge. It was worth every penny, but you truly need to do your “homework” to remain successful in his programs. He was wonderful and I can’t say enough great things. He was also very flexible with our crazy work/family schedule. He absolutely has my recommendation to anyone looking to train their dogs, no matter the age! More...

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Pleasure working with you and your family, Liz! Thank you for your time and trust and thank you for the positive feedback.

19 September 2024

Nick’s Dog Training is the Best!
We have a 7 year old German Shepherd. Many friends/ family said he was too old… Well Nick proved them wrong. He walks without pulling, no mor chasing cars when waking! He is a happier dog! We highly recommend Nick! More...

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It was awesome working with you and Duke. Glad I could help. Enjoy the walks!

18 September 2024

I have nothing but positive things to say about the training received from Nick.
My Walter is a very reactive dog. He barks and becomes aggressive whenever anyone or any other dogs are in the vicinity. He jumps at the doors and windows and barks loudly whenever he sees someone else outside. Nick helped us shut down this behavior almost immediately.
He is also a playful puppy and likes to jump up on company and inside visitors. He doesn't know his own strength or size at 80 pounds. This is also a behavior we immediately worked on and were able to correct quickly.
Leash walking and pulling were also things we worked on, related to his reactivity. And while we are still working together on this issue, it is 100% better than when we started. Walter is still learning to walk "in heel" (I'm learning too) but is amazing with loose leash walking. His reactivity is also so much more controlled.
Nick is patient and kind. He not only helped my Walter, he helped and instructed me immensely with my anxiety with this reactivity. I was afraid to walk my dog, afraid he would injure me with his strength, afraid he wouldn't listen or he would react negatively to others. I am no longer afraid and my relationship with Walter has improved beyond being just a mom dog inside the house.
I know that Walter and Istill have work to do together, but Nick helped lay a strong foundation for us to build upon.
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So glad I was able to help you improve your relationship with Walter. He is a great dog and it was a blast working with you both! Keep me updated on your progress.

17 September 2024

our one year old heeler was reactive and pulling outdoors. Just a few weeks with nick and his guidance ans zuko walks well outdoors (on and off leash) and is good at ignoring outdoor stimulants that he used to be so reactive too!!! thanks nick!!!

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16 September 2024

Nick completely changed my dog Hanks quality of life and my anxiety level!!!
Prior to Nick's training I was literally too anxious to take Hank around the block or anywhere else for that matter.
Since completing the training (which was very quick) I take Hank almost everywhere with me. He is a completely different dog!
My daughter thought I was crazy for hiring a trainer. But when we went out of town and Hank was swimming and having a blast with the kids , she looked at me and said "the training was worth every penny!"
I definitely agree, the training was honestly priceless!!!
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Hi Christine! I am so happy I was able to help you and Hank, he is a great dog and he is in great hands with you in his new “fur-ever” home! Thank you so much for entrusting me with his training. Please stay in touch and keep me updated on your journey together. It was a pleasure doing Dog Training Private Lessons with you in Cleveland, Ohio.

16 September 2024

Nick completely changed my dog Hanks quality of life and my anxiety level!!! Prior to Nick's training I was literally too anxious to take Hank around the block or anywhere else for that matter. Since completing the training (which was very quick) I take Hank almost everywhere with me. He is a completely different dog! My daughter thought I was crazy for hiring a trainer. But when we went out of town and Hank was swimming and having a blast with the kids , she looked at me and said "the training was worth every penny!" I definitely agree, the training was honestly priceless!!! More...

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12 September 2024

I callled Nick because my dog was VERY leash reactive. She had ok manners not great but acceptable. U have a new dog. Her manners are better and that wasn’t even on the list. (Yes I had a list of things I wanted to work on we corrected them all )I can have family over and not have her jump on them. Most importantly I can take her for a walk and I am in control. Nick is patient and responsive. I am so happy and so is my dog! Thanks Nick! All is 6 lessons! More...

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Thank you Terese for the positive feedback and for trusting me with the opportunity to help you and Lana! Please keep me posted on your progress and keep up the great work! It was a pleasure doing Dog Training Private Lessons with you in Cuyahoga County.

12 September 2024

I callled Nick because my dog was VERY leash reactive. She had ok manners not great but acceptable. Her manners are better and that wasn’t even on the list. (Yes I had a list of things I wanted to work on we corrected them all )I can have family over and not have her jump on them. Most importantly I can take her for a walk and I am in control. Nick is patient and responsive. I am so happy and so is my dog! Thanks Nick! All in 6 lessons! More...

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31 August 2024

Nick was awesome he got my gsd past her fears and taught mr to help her past them. She walks so much better... no reactions to noises. She just passed her GCC and GMC tests and now she is going for therapy certification. I can't recommend Nick enough for helping to make my dreams feasible!
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Love it, congrats to you and Lady! Good luck on the Therapy Dog tests!

31 August 2024

I have falling in love with my dog all over again. Nick is amazing at his talent. Prince Mack Daddy is a well trained dog. and I have the tools to make him better. I highly recommend Nick's dog training. Simply amazing the transformation I have seen in my boy. Thank you so much Nick!! More...

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22 August 2024

I cannot begin to express my gratitude to Nick’s Dog Training for teaching us how to have the best dog. The early days of Turtle at our house was not pleasant. For examples see the first two videos. Demand barking, constant nipping, jumping…I’m pretty sure Kacper and I still have battle wounds. After one evening of pure torment at the paws of Turtle I found Nick’s. He literally called me two minutes after I put in the request. After the first training session Nick had given us the tools to show Turtle how to behave. Turtle has now been to Honey Hut and Home Depot! Today was our last session with Nick and Turtle excelled off leash! We couldn’t be happier as evidenced by how often we talk about how amazing Turtle is doing. If you need a dog trainer look no further then @nicks_dog_training. More...

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Hi Lucy!!! Thank you so much, I am flattered. I cannot express how much I enjoyed working with you, Kacper and Turtle. But I’ll let you in on a secret… the only reason Turtle is doing so well is because you and Kacper are doing so well with the training! :) Enjoy your new relationship with one of the coolest most fun dogs I’ve had the pleasure of working with, and definitely enjoy the newfound off-leash freedom! And remember… I am right around the corner if you ever require support or a complimentary time-up!

22 August 2024

I cannot begin to express my gratitude to Nick’s Dog Training for teaching us how to have the best dog. The early days of Turtle at our house was not fun. Demand barking, constant nipping, jumping…I’m pretty sure Kacper and I still have battle wounds. After one evening of pure torment at the paws of Turtle I found Nick’s. He literally called me two minutes after I put in the request. After the first training session Nick had given us the tools to show Turtle how to behave. Turtle has now been to Honey Hut and Home Depot! Today was our last session with Nick and Turtle excelled off leash! We couldn’t be happier as evidenced by how often we talk about how amazing Turtle is doing. If you need a dog trainer look no further then @nicks_dog_training. #nicksdogtraining More...

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20 August 2024

Nick 's dog training is TOP Notch!
Very professional. nNck pays very close attention to your dog's reactions during the E-Collar training.
Nick wants the Best for your Family and friends when interacting with your dog.
It's worth every penny to invest in your dog. ~The Cozza family& Moses)
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Thank you Jim, I appreciate the feedback, and I appreciate that you and your family trusted me with your unique situation and Moses’s training. Please stay in touch, I am right around the corner and always available for support and follow up.

20 August 2024

Nick is amazing! Kobe my once anxious and hard-to-control puppy, is now a calm and well-behaved companion thanks to Nicks training. The sessions were personalized to Kobes needs, and the positive reinforcement techniques worked wonders. I appreciated how Nick not only trained Kobe but also guided me in maintaining the progress at home and with our other dog Milo. If you need a skilled and compassionate dog trainer, I highly recommend Nick! More...

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17 August 2024

We met with Nick for help with our skiddish 3 yr old GSD. His mode of training relieved her of her fear of wheeled things - she would bolt in public from walkers strollers and the like. That is no longer an issue due to his creative training now she can go confidently in public places where she will encounter those things. She went from a lazy heel walker to an off leash stay with me right past the deer tonight. Nick has given us the confidence as older owners of a GSD to have best experience. Lady loved Nick and both of us would highly recommend him for whatever breed you have. I now have a GSD i feel confident moving on to Service Training/Good Citizen.
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Hi Heidi! My pleasure. It was fun working with you and Lady. I am glad I could help!

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13 August 2024

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Let me start off by saying I had the best experience I could have hoped for when it came to training my 6 month old mini poodle. I saw a change in Nugget the first day with properly correcting unwanted behavior. He has progressed so much since then. He has manners and because of that can be free with the family like I’ve always wanted him to be. Every piece of advice I received from Nick helped with the behavior and ultimately helped him be the puppy he is today. Nick was very professional and easy to work with even when I had my toddler being someone what of a distraction. I can’t thank him enough. I get to enjoy my puppy like I always wanted and it’s absolutely all thanks to Nick! More...

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Hi Kayla! Thank you so much for the positive feedback, it means the world to me… it is my passion and my pleasure to help dog owners and their dogs live a more harmonious relationship together. Great job with Nugget and enjoy his newfound service animal status. It was a pleasure doing Private Lessons Dog Training with you in Medina County, OH.

13 August 2024

Let me start off by saying I had the best experience I could have hoped for when it came to training my 6 month old mini poodle. I saw a change in Nugget the first day with properly correcting unwanted behavior. He has progressed so much since then. He has manners and because of that can be free with the family like I’ve always wanted him to be. Every piece of advice I received from Nick helped with the behavior and ultimately helped him be the puppy he is today. Nick was very professional and easy to work with even when I had my toddler being someone what of a distraction. I can’t thank him enough. I get to enjoy my puppy like I always wanted and it’s absolutely all thanks to Nick! More...

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12 August 2024

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Working with Nick's Dog Training was a Great experience. He taught my husband and I and our dog Rhiannon everything we asked him to teach us. I couldn't take Rhiannon for walks cause she would bark at every dog or person but after working with Nick I am able to walk her without her barking at anything. I would recommend Nick's Dog Training to everyone cause he will teach u and your dog everything u need done. It was worth every cent. Can't say enough about how Great Nick's Dog Training is. If u need your dog trained right Nick is the person to do it. Thanks Nick for EVERYTHING. We are better pet owners cause of U. More...

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Hi Sue! Thank you so much for the positive feedback, it means the world to me. I am so happy I was able to help you and Rhiannon… it is my passion and my pleasure to help you build a better relationship with your dog. Please stay in touch, I look forward to seeing your continued progress.

7 August 2024

highly highly recommend going to nick! he did an amazing job training our two, two year old rotties, never been more satisfied, glad we can have our dogs off leash anytime, and know they’ll come back!

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4 August 2024

I have a Great Dane. After speaking with different trainers I decided on Nick. He approaches his job in a professional manor, but the feeling is more friendly than ridged training. You can not go wrong training with Nick. He takes the time adjusting, and teaching according to how your dog acts. More...

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Hi Paul! It was awesome working with you and Arabella in our Private Dog Training Lessons in North Olmsted. Keep up the great work, I look forward to seeing your continued progress and working with you on off-leash obedience.

17 July 2024

I contacted Nick for our 2 yr old Cavapoo, Rusty. Although he knew several commands, I needed Rusty to obey immediately! I am very pleased with the results. Nick's training was quite an education for Rusty, my husband and me. Not only has it curbed his constant barking and acting out around larger dogs but he listens to commands and is pleasant to be around.
Nick was always prompt and worked with OUR schedule. It was worth the time and cost of the course. The best part is Nick is available for questions or future problems. I highly recommend giving him a call.
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Very glad to hear you’re pleased with the results. I always seek to deliver high-level results in all of my training. Stick with it, training is a lifelong and everlasting process. I look forward to seeing Rusty’s continued progress. It has been a pleasure working with you and Rusty on dog training private lessons in Lorain County, Ohio.

9 July 2024

I highly recommend Nick for any training you and your fur baby need. I was absolutely amazed how in two short weeks he had my German Shepherd Harley off lease walking, healing and recall on first command. I truly am so thankful I found him. Give him a call, you won’t be disappointed! More...

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6 July 2024

We use to be afraid to be around our dog Millie and didn’t think anything could help fix her behavior. We ended up doing a last chance search of dog trainers in the area and Nick was the first one to pop up. Over the course of our time with Nick, Millie has completely changed for the better. We feel so bonded with Millie after we do daily training exercises that Nick instructed us to work on. She has become so obedient and receptive. Her and her dog sister no longer get in fights. And the best part - I’m not scared of her anymore. Nick taught us that we run the house! Not our dogs. We are overall completely satisfied with the tools and training Nick has provided my husband and I. Could not have asked for a better dog trainer. Thank you for everything Nick! More...

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5 July 2024

Working with Nick has been a life-changing experience. We adopted Pam, a golden retriever, from a mill rescue situation. She was absolutely terrified of everything, even us. We had to pick her up to take her outside to go to the bathroom, literally carry her outside. Now we are taking her on walks in the neighborhood; which I never thought would be possible. And she is responsive to going to the door by command, which I also didn’t think would be possible. She is starting to become the dog she was meant to be. She is sniffing around the yard. Her tail is up! And she is becoming more confident! She is so less fearful, and it’s probably just the most amazing change I’ve ever seen. The transformation of this beautiful dog over the last five weeks has given us so much hope and her continuing journey on living a better life. This would not have been possible without Nick helping us. The education that he’s provided us has been instrumental in making her feel safe and feel like she can break out of her nervous and scared shell that she was living in. If you ever need someone to help with anything training related for a dog at any stage of their life, Nick is your guy! He’s always on time, commutative, thoughtful, and a truly kind person. Thank you a thousand times over! More...

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Hi Melissa! It was a pleasure doing Private Dog Training Lessons with you and Pam in Medina. Thank you so much for the positive feedback, it is my passion and pleasure helping dogs like Pam! Please keep me updated on her (and your) continued progress as a family!

5 July 2024

Working with Nick has been a life-changing experience. We adopted Pam, a golden retriever, from a mill rescue situation. She was absolutely terrified of everything, even us. We had to pick her up to take her outside to go to the bathroom, literally carry her outside. Now we are taking her on walks in the neighborhood; which I never thought would be possible. And she is responsive to going to the door by command, which I also didn’t think would be possible. She is starting to become the dog she was meant to be. She is sniffing around the yard. Her tail is up! And she is becoming more confident! She is so less fearful, and it’s probably just the most amazing change I’ve ever seen. The transformation of this beautiful dog over the last five weeks has given us so much hope and her continuing journey on living a better life. This would not have been possible without Nick helping us. The education that he’s provided us has been instrumental in making her feel safe and feel like she can break out of her nervous and scared shell that she was living in. If you ever need someone to help with anything training related for a dog at any stage of their life, Nick is your guy! He’s always on time, commutative, thoughtful, and a truly kind person. Thank you a thousand times over! More...

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4 July 2024

Nick was amazing!! Pennie, AKA the “Wild Banshee”, needed some help calming down as a 1 year old puppy. She was already a bit stuck in her ways but Nick was able to help us overcome her stubbornness. Most importantly I needed to get her to be able to walk calmly on a leash so my mom could walk her without risk of falling. SUCCESS!! We go to the park and she can play off leash and she doesn’t jump on people when they walk in the house any longer! He has also always been available when I had questions between lessons to talk me through some challenges I faced as Pennie learned the “training game”. Thank you Nick! More...

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Sheila - it was a pleasure working with you and Penny during our Private Dog Training Lessons in Fairlawn, Ohio! I appreciate the positive feedback and I look forward to seeing your continued success with Penny! Training is a lifelong endeavor, so my advice to you is to STICK WITH IT!

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Very satisfied. I had never trained a dog at this level. I highly recommend Nick’s dog training. Not only was Nick really knowledgeable and patient with my Goldendoodle, he was also very helpful to me. We did the training at my house, he was always on time, professional and courteous! Money well spent!!!!! Thank you Nick!!! More...

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Thanks Kathy. It was very fun working with you and Journey. I very much enjoyed doing the Private Lessons Dog Training in Akron and I look forward to seeing your continued progress and growth with Journey. Stay in touch and take care!

Q&As

It's very rewarding helping clients and their dogs form a stronger bond/relationship, which always results in greater overall enrichment, happiness, and fulfillment in the dog's life. We love helping people and we love training dogs. So for us, there's nothing better in the world than waking up every day and having the opportunity to do what we do.

Hundreds of thousands of dogs are euthanized each year despite the fact that even the most severe behavioral issues can be trained out and eliminated by a skilled trainer using the correct methods and tools. Dog training is a world of dogmas (no pun intended) and there are too many lies, ineffective training methods, and imposter dog trainers who cost their clients time, money, and the happiness/fulfillment that comes with having a balanced, well-behaved dog, free to enjoy all of the good things this world has to offer (instead of being cooped up in the house or backyard all day due to aggression or reactivity or other bad behaviors).

We show our work from start to finish including raw training footage and actual results of our clients and their dogs in a variety of real-life scenarios with high levels of distraction. See our YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook page for examples. We are dog people to the core, as well as seasoned and experienced trainers having trained hundreds of dogs of all ages/breeds/sizes/temperaments over the years. This is why we have excellent reviews and stand behind all of our work, from start to finish.

We also offer a FREE in-home evaluation which includes a full temperament test and training demonstration! See our website to book your free in-home evaluation!

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Yes, we offer virtual consultations and virtual training sessions (in situations where it is appropriate and makes sense for the client, their dog, and training goals).

Services

Private lessons are 1x1 coaching sessions. Each lesson begins with us training your dog and demonstrating in front of you, while verbally walking you through all of the nuances and parts of the process. Then you will step in to do the training yourself while we coach you through every step of the process until you (and your pup) are perfect at whatever we are working on. After the lesson, you will practice and work with your dog in small increments on a daily basis to reinforce whatever was covered in the previous lesson. When we reconvene the following week or whenever the next lesson takes place (typically spaced out by 1-2 weeks on average), we will do a quick refresher, address any questions or concerns, and then move onto the next concept. We come to you for everything, so the training takes place at your home, in your neighborhood, or at a public venue nearby. Each lesson lasts 60-75 minutes. Private lessons are ideal for clients who want to be more involved in the actual training process and all of the nuances and small details that go into the process. As always, we are 100% available in-between lessons for support and questions. Private lessons come with lifetime support and a satisfaction guarantee.

Board & train is essentially "doggie boot camp" where your dog stays with us for 2-4 weeks, going through intensive obedience training and behavior modification in a relatively compressed timeframe. Your dog will live in a family home environment with 3-4 other board & train dogs and will enjoy ample socialization, rigorous obedience training, and mental/physical exercise on a daily basis (including but not limited to structured walks, new commands, treadmill walks, crate training, duration work, distraction training, aggression rehab, etc). At the end of the program, we return your dog to you and do 60-90 minutes of handoff training on the spot to ensure you are 100% comfortable and confident handling your dog, issuing commands, giving rewards or corrections, etc. Thereafter, we will spend an additional 3-5 hours doing handoff training with you (some clients use more, some use less, depending on the dog and the type of training). Pick up and drop off are also complimentary. Video updates and photo updates are available at any point during the program upon request. Board & train is ideal for clients who are seeking high-level results in a relatively short timeframe.

We offer a complimentary consultation (in-person or virtual) which includes a temperament test, evaluation/assessment, initial training demonstration, and recommendation. We come to you for the consultation, or we can do it over the phone or via videoconference. There are no costs or obligations associated with the consultation. After the consultation, we will make a recommendation on the type of program and training that best suits your goals, and you will then be free to make a decision on whether to continue training with us or not.