Out of This World Dog Training — 5.0★ (93 reviews), Columbus Dog Trainer
Out of This World Dog Training
★★★★★★★★★★5.0 93 reviews
Columbus, Ohio 43201
Positive reinforcementObedience TrainingPuppy Training
Columbus, Ohio 43201
Overview
FormatFacility, In-home
Training methodPositive reinforcement
Led byAlex Eaton (+Sarah, Allison)
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About Out of This World Dog Training
Out of This World Dog Training is a positive-reinforcement dog trainer serving Columbus and the northern suburbs (Dublin, Powell, Lewis Center), known for coaching owners alongside their dogs and for publishing its prices upfront — rare in this market.
How they train
Training is reward-based — food, play, and praise — with a customized plan for each dog rather than a fixed curriculum. The model is deliberately owner-focused: instead of taking your dog away and returning it "fixed," the trainers teach you the skills, on the principle that lasting results come from understanding, not a reset that fades at home. Clients consistently mention ongoing check-ins after the formal sessions end.
Programs & pricing
Pricing is unusually transparent for this market. Private lessons run $180 (single), $350 (three) or $550 (five); a four-week group obedience series is $200, with $25 drop-in group walks. Board-and-train comes as Puppy Bootcamp ($1,500 / 7 days, under 6 months) or Adult Basics ($2,000 / 10 days, 6+ months), each including pre and post lessons plus group classes; travel boarding ($150/day) is for existing clients. Services span behavior consulting (resource guarding, anxiety, aggression), on- and off-leash work, puppy foundations from 8 weeks, group puppy socialization through the critical 8–16-week window, and weekend pack walks.
Experience & credentials
Lead trainer Alex Eaton is certified through Animal Behavior College (graduated with honors). New clients begin with an assessment, receive a customized plan, train with the trainer present, and leave each session with home-practice guidance plus follow-up check-ins.
Who it’s best for
Best for owners who want to stay hands-on and learn the skills themselves — especially puppies, rescues, and dogs with reactivity, nervousness, resource guarding, or separation anxiety, and anyone who values reward-based methods with clear, upfront pricing. Less of a fit if you want a hands-off, drop-off program with no owner homework.
Your dog stays with the trainer for an immersive, multi-week program.
Certifications & verification
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Reviews
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Kristina M · 2 years ago
★★★★★
Allison was wonderful to work with. Always prompt and was very calm and competent training with two dogs at the same time. The training she taught us has made a huge difference in our dogs overall behavior and the walking training has been simple to continue. The girls are doing great! So glad we chose Allison as our trainer!
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Sarah Gliniecki · 3 years ago
★★★★★
We brought home a puppy-mill mom about 1 month ago and hired a trainer to help us connect with her better. We have had only 2 sessions with Sarah so far and the improvements have been incredible. Our dog is more confident, more loving, all around just a happier dog. Sarah also brought one of her dogs over to model some of the good behaviors and you could see our dog just soaking it all in. We have one more session scheduled but probably going to do more in the coming months. Very impressed.
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Melisa Ackerman · a year ago
★★★★★
Alex is a great trainer! He helped my dog Oliver with all the basics and shared simple things I can do to reinforce daily. Highly recommend if you are looking for a great trainer! Thanks, Alex!
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Katie Colopy · a year ago
★★★★★
We cannot recommend OOTW dog training (Alex) enough! We adopted a ~1 year old from the shelter. We were not used to a large/powerful dog; especially one with a high prey drive and reactive behaviors. We were in over our heads and stressed out. In less than a month with Alex, we have learned so much, and have come such a long way. We learned multiple commands, walking on a head collar (simply because that was the safest choice for us). Most importantly in my opinion, weu2019ve learned how to keep our dog safe, others safe, and how to help her interact properly with other dogs and people. We still have a lot of work to do, but with Alexu2019s guidance we are confident in our ability to be successful. Alex is INCREDIBLE with our dog, but more than that, he has helped us humans learn what to do, too. Heu2019s been so supportive of us! The group walks are an awesome option to further help us practice what weu2019re learning and help socialize our dog. Alex has also been very accommodating with us and our needs. We highly, HIGHLY recommend Alex/OOTW Dog training. I truly donu2019t know what we wouldu2019ve done without them!nnI included a picture of our dog working hard on interacting properly with guests; while also working on sitting politely while we eat u263aufe0f
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Alexandrea Corrao · 3 years ago
★★★★★
Allison was AMAZING and completely transformed my dog in just 4 sessions!!! I honestly donu2019t know what I would have done without her help. On day one he was constantly jumping on people and just crazy and by the next month, Iu2019m able to take him on walks without him dragging me, and he listens to my commands like an angel. Doug LOVED Allison, which made me even more confident with my decision hiring her! I cant wait to book more with her to work on getting him socialized more:) HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
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