Smart Dogs Training Academy

Jeff’s approach to training was exactly what I needed for my pit mix who developed behavioral issues in her teenage years. He coached me through effective obedience training and after just one or two sessions I was able to manage my dog in these more challenging situations and started seeing results. I saw a couple different trainers before Jeff and really nothing compares to his approach. My life’s been made so much easier because of his training. Can’t recommend enough!

Jeff and Jalen changed my life! I felt so overwhelmed with having a puppy and two older dogs, and they not only shaped the dogs’ behavior but gave me the skills that I needed to feel confident and in control of the pack. I highly recommend them to anyone with a dog who could use a little bit of molding and support!

I brought Bronte, my 2 year-old, half Dalmatian and half Husky, to Smarty Dogs when I was at my wits’ end. Bronte is the most energetic dog I have ever had. and I didn’t know how to deal with her! She would pull my arm off on walks (so much so that my arm hurt) and she would freak out when seeing another dog on leash. I was about to give her up and revoke her, but then I saw Jeff and Jay working with some dogs at Hazeltine Park m, and the dogs were SO well behaved. I decided to go with the 4 week boarding and training program. It was a bit pricy but worth every penny! She came back so well behaved! The only problem was that Jeff had to then train ME in how to keep it up! It took me a couple of weeks to fully implement the proper training techniques but after that, I got it! Now Bronte and I walk happily. She seems like a completely different dog. Walks so well now and not dog reactive the way she was. I am so grateful for Jeff and Jay for the work they have put into Bronte. The work that we have done has made Bronte happier and strengthened our relationship. I couldn’t be happier and can’t recommend SMART DOGS highly enough!!