Is Your Dog Driving You Crazy? Let Our Experts Help Get Them Back on Track!

If your dog is driving you crazy with their bad behavior, our experts can help get them back on track! We

offer a variety of services to help your furry friend, including obedience training, behavioral

modification, and more. We can also provide you with resources and advice on how to best manage

your dogs behavior.

We are committed to helping you train and rehabilitate your dog so they can be the best companion possible. Whether you're starting with a new puppy or have an older dog that needs some help, we're here for you. We offer classes and private sessions in New port Richey, Tarpon Springs, and Dunedin.

Our classes cover a variety of topics, from basic obedience to more advanced training. We also offer private sessions for those who want to work on specific issues with their dog. No matter what your goals are, we can help you achieve them.

We love dogs and believe that every one of them has the potential to be a great companion. We'll work with you to make sure your dog is happy, healthy, and well-behaved.

Contact us now for a FREE consultation!


From Chihuahuas to Great Danes and everything in between!

We are now serving Pasco County!

Why Choose Best Friends Dog Training?

Private one on one instruction

Our training includes private, one on one instruction for you and your pup. We come to you and train both in and outside of your home. This gives everyone the opportunity to learn how to handle challenges you face daily.

Life time group class!

Group class promotes additional stability with training commands, distraction training, and socialization for your dog. After our initial training, we offer lifetime group class to maintain your pups training and take it further.

CGC and Therapy Dog

We've trained hundreds of therapy dog teams for multiple organizations. People who train with us often stay and continue training to achieve their Canine Good Citizen certificate. After that, many achieve a Therapy Dog certification. This is included with our programs.


Training Methods


Food Based


Learn the difference between a food reward and a bribe. Incorporate this for puppies and shy dogs.

E-Collar


On and Off Leash Training for freedom and reliability everywhere you go together.

Leash Based


Walking and being in public distractions is made far easier with a well trained dog at the end of leash.

Puppy Kindergarten

Food based programs including starting potty training for pups under 4 months of age.

Nicholle has been training dogs in New York since 2015. While training with BFDT she is very popular with our clients. She did in home lessons, board and trains and ran lifetime group classes. Nicholle in November of 2022 moved and opened a branch in Florida.

 

We are excited to have her expand in the Tampa area!

We asked Nicholle a few questions so that you could get to know her better!

BFDT:

 Can you tell us a little about your dog training education?

Nicholle:

  In 2014, I found myself in a position where I was working in an office but felt as though I was missing something.

 I was able to secure myself a position to apprentice under the guidance of the lead trainer and supervisor for the NYPD’s prestigious Counterterrorism K-9 Unit.

 It was here that I found my passion as a dog trainer. I was able to work hands on with a variety of dogs from working dogs to pet dogs, and learned how to identify, dissect, and modify both simple and complex behavioral issues.

BFDT:

 How would you describe how you specifically can help our clients and their dogs?

Nicholle: 

I believe there are a lot of talented dog trainers in this world, where I can offer the greatest assistance to our clients is by my understanding of how the dogs mind works and, in my ability to teach people. Being a talented dog trainer can’t help our clients if we can’t effectively relay the information so that our clients can be the best dog handlers and pet parents they can be. My number one goal is to help our clients and their dogs live together in harmony

 

BFDT:

 What is one weird, random, and/or fun thing about you that most people don't know (or wouldn't expect) about you?

Nicholle:

 When I was a small child I was deathly afraid of dogs. Whenever we were around a dog my dad had to hold me or I’d cry.

 

BFDT:

 Last question...what do you like to do for fun?

Nicholle:

I like to cook and bake, I also love the beach and hiking when its warm enough. This San Diego girl likes to hibernate during the winter with Netflix and snacks.

 

Benefits of Training

Our certified dog trainers help address dog behavioral concerns such as:

  • Leash pulling


  • Jumping


  • Counter surfing


  • Excessive barking


  • Aggression to people


  • Aggression to other animals


  • Digging


  • Marking


  • Chewing


  • Sibling rivalry


  • Separation anxiety


In a word, my experience was, and continues to be, through our Tuesday group classes -- EXCELLENT!! .... I can now walk with Otis off leash for miles, in both urban and hiking environments. His recall is great, and he will stay "on place" until released. -Maggie with Otis

For a dog that three weeks ago wouldn’t listen to anything I said and now will sit and stay no matter how far away I walk from her! Proud of my pup! Super thankful to Best Friend Dog Training! - Chris with Koa

Endless gratitude for the amount of training, love and care for our German Shepard! My husband and I struggled to gain control of his behavior and dog aggression. Not only is Panzer well behaved on a leash, he is now responding to commands & stays in place with visitors. When looking for a trainer. I would recommend Frank. Panzer has been with another trainer before and Frank has been able to completely turn our dog around with bad training behaviors already in place. - Amber with Panzer