We initially enrolled our puppy in a 6 week class at Petsmart, but we weren't totally satisfied with the level of training - we wanted something more for our pup. It wasn't until a few weeks into that class that we heard of At Attention. A coworker had seen the van in her neighborhood and suggested looking into it. I'm glad we did!! We had looked at other companies, but their programs offered much less, at a much higher price.
You can really tell that the trainers at At Attention are highly educated on dog behavior and that they care about their dog and human customers. They use force free, pain free, fear free methods for their training. Our pup recently graduated from the Puppy Bootcamp class and will be starting the advanced class in a couple weeks. We can't wait!
Do yourself a favor and skip the cheap pet store classes and check out At Attention for your training needs! Huge thanks to trainers Katherine and Lesley for all you do, and to Dave for serving our country and for starting such an amazing company! 5 stars for all of you :).
Caroline, Justin & Bruno
At Attention Dog training has exceeded every expectation I could have imagined. With a brand new puppy and not having much training knowledge, my boyfriend and I wanted to make sure we got the best training to start our puppy off on the right paw! The entire staff is so friendly, helpful, and very very knowledgeable. From the moment Leslie came to assess our home I knew this was the best place to get training. As a new parent I naturally had a TON of questions and there was never a time the staff wasn’t there to help! Every first Saturday of the month there is also puppy play, which is amazing for your puppy! We live in the city so the commute was tough, but that’s how amazing the training was and we are looking into doing the advanced class. If you are looking for not only a friendly staff, but most importantly knowledgeable, PLEASE make your way to At Attention Training. You and your fur baby will be very happy and satisfied 😊 thank you for all you did for Bruno, Justin, and I.
Elaina & Turbo
When we got our puppy, Turbo, we wanted to make sure that he got the best training possible. I did extensive research on training programs in the area, but nothing came close to At Attention. From the very start, I felt welcomed, listened to and cared about.
As first time puppy parents, we had A LOT of questions. Every single one of our questions were answered by one of the amazing staff members with such an in depth explanation so that we could understand it and so that we can use what we learned at home.
The Puppy Boot Camp program that we completed gave Turbo a solid foundation that we were able to build off of! The commands that Turbo learned during the training program have truly made our lives easier. We use them on a regular basis! My favorite command that Turbo learned was "TOUCH" because now we are confident that he will come every single time he is called to "TOUCH."
I can not speak highly enough about the staff at At Attention. They have treated Turbo like one of their own since we started coming there. They truly care about the puppies that attend and are not just there to do a job. They are there because they care and are passionate about dogs and about their mission.
If you are considering coming to At Attention to train your puppy/dog, then look no further! This is the place to go!
Nicole, Michael & Franklin
We could not recommend At Attention Dog Training enough to puppy parents! Our dog, Franklin was our first puppy and we were a little (extremely) lost when it came to training. The Puppy BootCamp program at Attention Dog Training was a game changer for both us and our dog. During the 6 week program, we learned invaluable skills that we use daily. Our trainer Katherine, was patient, knowledgeable and the puppies absolutely love her! She helped arm us with good techniques and tips for dealing with behaviors that we needed to correct at home. In addition to our classes, the program also allowed for a home visit/ personal training session. Our home visit with Lesley was a huge help to us! She was able to see Franklin in his element and assist us with issues that we were having at home that wouldn't necessarily be addressed at class. As first time puppy parents, she also introduced us to great puzzle toys, snack mats, busy feeders, and things we wouldn't have known about that have become part of our daily routine. Thank you AADT for helping us and Franklin!! We love you guys!
Vania, Chris & Vincent
Why we love At Attention Dog Training.
From the moment I posted on Facebook until today, Lesley has been the best support a new puppy momma can have. She guided me with choosing our Vincent and together with her husband Dave took me on a shopping trip to get everything we needed to welcome Vincent home.
We completed our puppy Boot Camp with flying colors and I couldn’t be happier with how much Vincent learned. He is such a well-behaved puppy in public and loves every living thing thanks to the importance of socialization that Lesley kept stressing early on. We are so grateful for all the dedication and hard work Lesley and her husband put into creating the best learning environment for all their clients.
Thank you so much,
Chris and Vania
Paola, Jeff & Kali
We love how effective from day one At Attention Dog Training was, from subtle changes in a leash to a Dog routine can make a big difference in the way you want to approach your training and with all his knowledge David Shade provided that and more. With Positive reinforcement and without the use of punitive tools, he is able to get to you and your dog to speak Dog language and be on the same page! I absolutely recommended to any Dog owner but specially first dog owners if you really want to get your dog on the right track FOR LIFE!
Chris and Maximus
Having had a lifetime of different Spaniel breeds as family members over my lifetime, I didn't know what to expect when allowing the most handsomest American Bully into our family. Maximus is full of energy. We brought him home and he fit right in, but like I said was full of energy. Looking around for some training, I found At Attention and Dave. Dave and Leslie showed up and Maximus took an immediate liking to them. Dave's Attention to detail and knowing what type of training Maximus needed was a quick relief.
In the 5 training sessions we have had, Maximus went from a sweet puppy full of energy running all over the house and not "knowing" what we wanted of him, to sitting and staying at corners while on walks. He knows when I call him, to come running and "touch" my hand. Dave made it seem easy. I truly enjoyed working with Dave to teach and guide Maximus into his full potential. Thank you from my family for helping us get the most out of Maximus!
Thank you for your service to our country.
Bettina and Blanche
This is my five-year old pitbull mix Blanche. I took her on a walk yesterday and we cruised right by another dog without so much as a whimper. That is a huge improvement - it used to be that walking her anywhere near another dog would cause her to go ballistic! And that change is thanks to David Shade! Blanche has been through training before, but not until David did she respond like she has. She is a far more confident dog, which makes me a more confident owner! If you have a pup with behavior problems, or you need to know how to handle your dog, call David. His training methodology is excellent, and his care and respect for dogs is evident in the way he handles them.
Camala, Jeremy & Root Beer
Dave was awesome with our fearful rescue, Root Beer. He taught us awesome tricks to help us teach her how to be a less scared dog. We still have a lot to work on outside of training sessions, but we will use the lessons he taught us forever, with all of our dogs!
Liz, Nellie & Spencer
After working with Dave a few times Nellie and Spencer made great improvements! So much improvement that today I walked TWO dogs at the same time!! Thank You Dave!