Dog Training Classes in Shreveport Bossier Area

Training your dog could be easy, or could be difficult. That always depends on your dog. Sometimes you just don't have the time to teach your new puppy. Or maybe your dog has developed some behavioral issues that you can't seem to correct by yourself. Hiring a specialist to help tame your pooch, or potty train your stubborn puppy, may be a good solution for you.

I've compiled a few dog training facilities that are local here in Shreveport, Bossier area, and choose the best one for you. Either by the classes they offer, the hours they have, how demanding they seem, or even by how close and convenient it is.

Red River Obedience Training Club
1213 Texas St
Bossier City, La 71111
(318)221-9429

Bossier City, Louisiana, this would be a great choice for those training their pups to be AKC Champion Dogs, with the specific classes they offer as well as their basic training for puppies.

They train pet owners how to train their dog some basic obedience, as well as controlling and stopping troublesome behavior, all by using positive reinforcement.

This is a great choice if you are wanting to train your dog, or start early with your puppy, to get him/her ready for the American Kennel Club Rally Competitions. Specific training is available to get you started, and ready.

Some other classes offered include, Attention Games, Tricks Workshop, and Polishing to prepare your pooch for competitions. After completing the basic training course, your puppy is eligible to attend the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program. Also RROTC has a Canine Good Citizen test to test and train your dog in being a good neighbor.

Classes are offered weekly, and to register, you must be able to attend an orientation seminar (no dogs allowed this time) that is held the first Monday of each month (includes holidays). Shot records are needed at the orientation, your puppies will need to be up to date, and to at least have their first and second set of shots.

According to their website ( www.redriverobedience.org ) their fees for the classes are as follows:
Puppy Kindergarten (under 6 months) - $40.00
Beginner's - $90.00
Novice -$75.00
Advanced - $75.00
Rally (for AKC Rally events training) - $50.00
**Prices subject to change, please call for updates**

All Dogs Can
3309 Trailview Cir
Haughton, La 71037
(318)617-3564

Although this one is located in Haughton, Louisiana, the trainers at All Dogs Can, come to you, rather than you traveling all the way to them.

Do you do house calls? All Dogs Can does.
The hours are what you make them.

Offering basic obedience for your dog or puppy, a few tricks are sit, stay, heel, and even exercises. Not just teaching your dogs the basics, they also house train them, and kennel train You choose what time is best for your schedule and the training is an eight week course. Trainers come to your home and train your dog at a time that best works for you.

According to www.allpetscan.com the 4 week course is $200. Treats and everything (minus leash and collar) are furnished. Patient trainers teach your dogs exactly how to act, through a reward system involving treats and appraisals.

The White House Pet Hotel
4330 Greenwood Road
Shreveport, LA 71109
(318)629-3005

Shreveport, Louisiana makes it easier for those living in Greenwood, and need a popular place that offers a great training course.

They offer not only dog training, but also boarding, daycare, and transportation for your pet.

Teaching your pet how to be a better pet is very important. According to www.thewhitehousepethotel.com they not only teach the basic obedient commands, but also problem solving skills. With your best interest in mind, their training course will teach not only the dog, but you as a pet owner also. Let them do all the work, but also show you how to keep what they have learned and keep them in practice.

If your dog is aggressive, or scared to approach you, or just needs behavioral adjustment, they have a trainer for you. Helping you to get your dog back on track to being a pet.

Pricing depends on which training program your pet needs, please call the number above for more information about what is necessary for your dog.

Petco
6596 Youree Drive
Shreveport, LA 71105
318-524-0540

Monday - Friday 9AM - 9PM
Saturday 9AM - 9PM
Sunday 10AM - 7PM

Located on Youree in Shreveport, Louisiana, next to plenty of shopping strips makes it easy to get to while you're in that neighborhood already running errands.

Get easy training, with different courses, at the place you shop at anyway. This convenient choice allows you to get your dog groomed, trained, and stock up on supplies while you're there.

Providing you with problem solving ideas on chewing, digging, and house training, their specialists take a hands-on approach to training your dog. Tips and free seminars are given to the owner as a way to help them train at home also.

The list of classes available below is a shorter version found on their website ( http://www.petco.com/ ).
Puppy training
Basic dog training
Private lessons
Clicker trick lessons
AKC Good citizen course

And the free seminars offered are:
Potty training
Puppy socialization
Manners and behaviors
Leash walking

PetSmart
7061 Youree Dr
Shreveport, LA 71105
318-798-6623

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2631 Beene Blvd
Bossier City, LA 71111
318-742-7025

With both a location in Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana

Which class your dog takes depends on his skill level, and age. Using positive reinforcement, they teach your pet in a fun and interactive way. Keeping them happy and still learning new tricks, or basic puppy/dog needs.

Course and class information has been obtained via their training information website at http://training.petsmart.com/ . With two quizzes on their site, you can check to see your pet's training IQ and skill level, as well as a "Can you pet do this?" quiz, to see where he places and which class he should fit in.

Offering courses such as:
Puppy training
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Click-a-Trick
Private lessons
Personal training
Potty training