About Maddi’s Dog Training LLC

Personalized training in Dubuque

Maddi's Dog Training LLC is run by Maddi Lyons, an Iowa based dog trainer in Dubuque. She earned a Bachelor's in Animal Science at Iowa State University in May 2023 and became a certified AKC evaluator in March 2023. She is certified as an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Fit Dog Evaluator, AKC Temperament Test Evaluator and AKC Fetch Judge, and teaches obedience, exposure, reactivity, AKC and puppy courses. Group classes run in partnership with Dog Days Dubuque.

Individual training

One-on-one training is described as the ideal choice for a dog who is reactive or has had little training. Maddi also offers in-home training and pet sitting, and starts each client with a goal, from exposure to new environments to earning an AKC title.

Group classes and prices

Puppy Class, for dogs 12 months and younger with optional AKC STAR Puppy certification, is $225 plus tax for 6 weeks. The Canine Good Citizen course is $195 plus tax for 4 weeks with testing in week 4. Obedience and Exposure is a 6 week course at $230 plus tax. Advanced CGC, preparing for the CGC Urban and Community Canine titles, is a 3 class session for $195 plus tax or $40 per test. A seasonal Tricks for Treats class is $35 per dog per class. Group bookings run through the Paw Partner app.

What to ask

Ask about one-on-one training rates and upcoming class start dates.