Dog Training Services in Jacksonville, Florida

Here in Jacksonville, we love our furry friends. That’s why they turn to Unleash Fido, one of Florida’s premiere dog trainers.

Free Consultation

Ready to get started or learn more about how we can help with your dog training needs? Call us at 904-849-8007 (Jacksonville) or 813-512-3347 (Tampa) or fill out the form below and a company representative will be in touch within 24 hours. ***If you do not hear from us, please call the office, the request may not have been submitted.***

Unleash Fido in Jacksonville, Florida

Mon - Fri: 7:00AM—7:00PM
Sat - Sun: By Appointment

Training dogs and helping them reach their fullest potential is our joy at Unleash Fido! We adore pups of all ages, sizes, and breeds and relish every opportunity to work with them. Similarly, we are happy to help owners learn how to manage their pets with care and guidance. 

 

 

If you’re looking for a professional dog trainer in Jacksonville, FL, this is the best place to be. The people behind Unleash Fido are experts who love what we do. We have a state-of-the-art training facility with outdoor and indoor training areas, dedicated spaces for small and large dogs, and special UV- light system for disinfectant throughout our Jacksonville, FL facility.

Your pet will be in the best and most caring hands at Unleash Fido.

 

 

We proudly serve dog owners throughout Jacksonville, including Riverside, San Marco, Mandarin, Arlington, and Southside. Wherever you call home in Jax, our trainers come to you or welcome you to our state-of-the-art facility.

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Professional Dog Training in Jacksonville, FL

Dogs need care and attention from their owners. But more than that, they need guidance and training to feel comfortable and confident to be on their best behavior whenever they are in public places and the company of strangers and their pets.

Whether you have a young puppy or an adult dog, you can sign them up for dog training in Jacksonville. Our behavior specialists and dog trainers have years of experience teaching dogs desired behaviors  and to properly socialize with other people and animals. More importantly, we help owners and their pets build trust and confidence in one another. When your pet trusts you and recognizes you as an authority figure, it becomes easier to instill obedience and make them follow your commands.

We offer the following Jacksonville dog training classes:

Our experienced trainers apply a positive and compassionate approach to equip your dog with essential skills, enabling them to quickly adapt to new environments and situations, as well as address behavioral challenges.

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Puppy Foundation

Start training your dogs at a young age so they can grow into friendly, happy, and well-behaved pets no matter the place or situation.

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Private Lessons

These one-on-one sessions with an experienced dog trainer in Jacksonville, FL, are customized to your dog’s learning pace and style.

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Doggie Boot Camp

Let your pet stay at our professional training facility, where they’ll receive top-notch one-on-one training for manners and obedience

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Basic Obedience

Get your pooch to follow basic commands such as sit, lie down, stay, come, follow, leave or drop an object, and more.

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Advanced Obedience

Train your dog to follow commands like place, come, stay and heel, whether they are on or off the leash.

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Behavior Modification

Slowly but surely, train your dog to stop bad habits and unpleasant behavior by addressing separation anxiety, fear, and other factors.

Boarding Program

Being a graduate of any of our programs, allows you to board with us as well. If you’re going out of town, you can leave your dogs in our care for continued training. We will pamper and look after them 24/7 if you sign up for dog boarding in Jacksonville, FL.

Look no further for a seasoned dog trainer in Jacksonville, FL.

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How We Train in Jacksonville

Most of the work happens at our state-of-the-art Jacksonville facility, where your dog can focus and learn without outside distractions. But training doesn't stop there, once a behavior is solid, we take it on "field trips" to pet-friendly restaurants and stores around Jacksonville, proofing what your dog has learned in real-world settings so they stay calm and obedient wherever life takes you.

We Address Dog Behavior Problems

We offer dog training in Jacksonville that focuses on behavioral modification. Experienced trainers at Unleash Fido teach young and old dogs to develop good habits and get rid of unpleasant behaviors. Dogs are a man’s best friend, but some people might see them as violent or unsociable when they misbehave. This is one of the reasons we provide expert dog training in Jacksonville, FL. 

 

We address the following behaviors:

 

  • Pulling on leash
  • Jumping up
  • Attention seeking
  • Nuisance barking
  • Obsessiveness
  • Separation anxiety
  • Front door manners
  • Aggression toward people or other dogs
  • Toileting problems
  • Recall -- coming when called
  • Chewing
  • Destruction
  • Sibling Rivalry
  • Play biting
  • And so much more…

 

Training is necessary for a dog’s safety and welfare as much as people’s peace of mind. If your pet has some behavioral issues, sign them up for Jacksonville dog training at Unleash Fido.

Jacksonville FAQ

The length of training depends on your dog's age, temperament, current behavior, and training goals. Basic obedience or puppy training may take two to three weeks, while advanced obedience or behavior modification typically takes four to five weeks. Because every dog learns at a different pace, we do not guarantee an exact completion date. You are paying for the results of the training—not simply a set number of days or weeks. During your free consultation, we'll evaluate your dog and recommend the most appropriate training program based on their individual needs.
Training begins at our professional dog-training facility in Jacksonville, Florida, where dogs learn in a safe, structured, and controlled environment. As your dog progresses, we take training into the real world through supervised field trips to dog-friendly stores, parks, shopping centers, restaurants, and other public locations. These outings help dogs practice obedience around everyday distractions, including people, dogs, traffic, noises, and unfamiliar environments.
Basic obedience training focuses on everyday commands and manners, including come, sit, down, heel, place, leash walking, and impulse control. It is ideal for dogs that need improved communication, structure, reliability, and better behavior at home and in public. Behavior modification is designed for dogs with more serious concerns, such as aggression, reactivity, resource guarding, severe anxiety, territorial behavior, or biting. In addition to addressing these behaviors, dogs still learn the foundational obedience commands taught in our basic obedience programs. Behavior modification requires a more individualized approach and additional time to address the underlying issues while teaching safer, more appropriate responses. During your free consultation, we'll evaluate your dog and recommend the program that best fits their specific needs.
Yes! Unleash Fido offers a free, no-obligation consultation before you commit to a training program. During the consultation, we'll meet with you and your dog, discuss your concerns and goals, evaluate your dog's behavior, explain our training methods, and recommend the program that best fits your dog's individual needs. You'll also have the opportunity to tour our Jacksonville dog-training facility, meet our team, and ask any questions before making a decision.

Unleash Fido in Jacksonville

Jacksonville dog owners want the best for their dogs. The dog trainers at Unleash Fido are here to help your puppy or dog get the training and care they need to be happy, obedient, successful members of your family — and the entire Jacksonville community. Call or visit Unleash Fido today to learn more about what we can do for you and your dog.