About Granite State Dog Training Center

All-breed training center in Amherst

Granite State Dog Training Center is an all breed training facility at 90 State Route 101A in Amherst, offering dog training, boarding, daycare and grooming for dogs from toy breeds to giant ones. It is run by Jim, whose interest in dogs began as a child around military working dogs, and his wife Kyla, the Vice President and office administrator.

Experience

Jim began his professional training studies in 1978 and has trained thousands of dog/handler teams for obedience, police K-9, Schutzhund and personal protection. He helps owners learn relationship interaction, prevent problems and understand their dog's behavior. In 1991 he was one of the first two Schutzhund competitors in New England to receive Schutzhund Teaching Helper Status, and he trained his dog Zack to Schutzhund III, winning the Schutzhund III New England Regional Championships twice. Zack is the foundation dog of Warrior Kennels, where Jim breeds German Shepherds. He is sought for seminars in tracking, obedience and protection.

Grooming school and other services

The center is licensed by the state of New Hampshire as a post secondary educational facility offering grooming courses, alongside its boarding, daycare and grooming services.

What to ask

Ask about training formats, pricing and booking an appointment.