At the Upstate Canine Academy, we offer non-traditional dog training in Clifton Park, NY. Our expertise in canine behavior and overall understanding of canines allow us to educate you, as the dog owner, and create a better relationship between humans and dogs. Learning how to communicate with your dog correctly is a critical component of successful dog training and we are here to help you through this process.
Our motto is NO BAD DOGS®. A primary portion of our training is educating you about your dog’s behaviors and teaching you how to change these behaviors effectively. Each dog learns differently and has individual needs. Our creative dog training methods allow us to progress with every dog.
Embark on a transformative journey in canine companionship with Upstate Canine Academy, where our expert dog training programs redefine obedience with a focus on building a strong foundation of skills. Our comprehensive curriculum covers a spectrum of essential commands, ensuring your furry friend becomes a well-mannered and responsive member of your family.
Our specialized modules address common behavioral challenges, including aggression, anxiety, and leash reactivity, providing effective solutions for a harmonious relationship. By incorporating these targeted training approaches, we empower owners to reinforce positive behaviors at home, promoting a seamless integration of newfound skills into daily life.
With private and group sessions, our dog training packages in Clifton Park, NY customize training to you and your dog. Private dog training focuses on specific behaviors and issues, while group sessions put you and your dog in a high distraction environment to ensure the obedience training is effective regardless of where you bring your dog.
Our dog training classes work on everything from:
Puppy Training
Behavior Modification
Off-Leash Training
Available as a 3, 4 or 5-week session, Board & Train is essentially a training camp for your dog. He or she will stay with us at our facility in Clifton Park and benefit from specialized training with professionals in a controlled setting, as well as off-site training in realistic environments.
We customize each Board & Train program depending on your goals and your dog’s needs, which can include basic beginner obedience, off-leash training, behavior modification and more. The goal is to develop a dog who is obedient, confident and can follow commands with anyone, anywhere.
For dog owners who are located hours or states away, we offer a 3-Day Private Training Package at our facility in Clifton Park NY with International Dog Trainer Tom Davis. This unique training program runs Thursday-Saturday on select dates each month at our state-of-the-art training facility in Clifton Park NY. Each 3-day program includes up to 3 other dogs and owners, allowing Tom to work one-on-one with you and your dog in private sessions, as well as around other dogs and people in group sessions to simulate real-life distractions.
We have accommodating, dog-friendly hotels less than 5 miles from our facility. This is a great option for dogs that are not suited for our board & train program. *Please note there is 4-6 week wait for scheduling*
Need a place where your dog can socialize and exercise? Check out our Clifton Park, NY Doggy Daycare.
All I can say is “Thank You Tom!” This was the the most amazing training program I could have asked for. I live in Detroit MI, and have a 1.5 yr old yellow lab named Moses. He was struggling with being on a leash during our walks and I was at a loss of what to do. Tom’s expertise and patience made it possible for us to be unified on our walks and eventually even off leash! Being the busy person I am and living in a different state, Tom was able to help us via FaceTime sessions; where he would watch us train together and it felt like he was right there in person. Without the FT training, I would never have been able to get the results I was looking for with Moses. Tom just has so much to offer with his vast knowledge. I could literally go on and on with all the great things this program has brought into my life and all the information I’m walking away with. I would absolutely recommend America’s Canine Academy for training with any dog or just to gain knowledge no matter your geographical location.
I really can’t thank Tom and his amazing staff for the work they did with Nash, our 1 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback/Redbone Coonhound mix. He surprisingly developed aggression and fear towards people. It was heartbreaking, since in every other aspect he was a great dog. After 2 trainers, that truly weren’t helping his fear/aggression, we brought him to the academy for a week of Board and Train. We learned how to use the E Collar properly, and it’s the best thing we could have done. Now we can communicate better and it has helped with his anxiety when he is introduced to new people. He’s getting more confident every day!
Not sure which Training Program is best for you and your dog? Contact us today and one of our trainers will reach out to you.