The primary goal of our training programs at Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat is to create healthy, lifelong relationships between humans and their canine companions. Our programs will enhance your relationship with your pet and increase your understanding of pet behavior and overall pet care.

We use only positive, reward–based training methods, which emphasize cooperation and understanding between dog and owner. Positive training is exciting and fun! We’ll use your dog’s natural motivations to promote learning and to reinforce the behaviors that you want. You will soon be exploring how your dog learns, how your dog communicates, and even how you communicate with your dog. You will be amazed at what you and your dog will learn — and you will be delighted with the results!

Lodge & Learn

The perfect option for clients who prefer to have a professional trainer provide expert one–on–one obedience training directly with your dog. Our trainers have developed specialized training packages for guests staying with us for the day, or overnight. Each day, our trainers will focus on the full wellness of your dog, from exercise and social interactions, to customized training objectives. At the end of the visit, appropriate training techniques will be demonstrated, reviewed and practiced with the owner.

Refresher Training

Pets that have graduated from our Lodge & Learn program can benefit from refresher sessions while staying at Dogwood Acres. This is a fun and enriching activity while you are away!

Call today to reserve a Lodge & Learn session

during your pet’s stay with us.

Dogwood Acres is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), and our team is active in attending educational seminars to keep up to date with new training ideas and techniques.