★★★★★ 5.0 from 86 reviews as of October 2026 · See our reviews on Google
U.S. Air Force veteran owned · Based in Apollo Beach, serving Tampa Bay
Less frustration.
A clearer plan.
Pulling, jumping, barking, or tuning you out?
I work with your dog and coach you to build calmer habits you can practice at home.
Start with the challenge that sounds familiar.
Calmer, loose-leash walks.
Obedience and manners at home →
Reliable basics and calmer habits.
Early manners and routines.
Reactivity, fear, or aggression →
Individual assessment and training.
Training while you’re at work →
Daytime training in Apollo Beach.
Learning to handle your dog yourself →
One-on-one coaching for you.
Compare our five programs
Program
Best for
Training format
Board & Train
Owners seeking focused training and guidance for continuing at home.
Stays with us for 3 or 5 weeks
Day Training
Owners who need daytime training while their dog stays home overnight.
Apollo Beach, 4 week minimum
Private Lessons
Owners who want to handle their own dog
60-minute lessons in Apollo Beach and Riverview
Puppy Training
Puppies building early manners
Planned at your consultation
Behavior Modification
Reactivity, fear, or aggression
Planned around your dog
Unsure which program fits? We’ll help you choose.
Your consultation is free, with no obligation to enroll.
A client’s experience
Two dogs, two different goals
Where they started
Danielle had both of her dogs trained by Ray: her Malinois for reactive behavior, and her Australian Shepherd for obedience.
The progress she reports
“Their commands and recall have improved significantly.”
Danielle H., Google review
Danielle H. shares her experience on video. Tap to play.
Training advice for everyday life
Common questions
Is the consultation free?
Yes, with no obligation to enroll.
Where do you train?
We’re based in Apollo Beach. Day Training is in Apollo Beach, Private Lessons are in Apollo Beach and Riverview, and Board & Train serves the wider Tampa Bay area.
Do I need to be involved?
Yes. Owner coaching is built into how we train, so progress continues at home.
How much does training cost?
See published rates and consultation-based options on our Pricing page.
Can you guarantee results?
No. Results depend on your dog, its history, and consistency at home.
