About University of Dog

Best Practices Dog Training near Harbeson

University of Dog is a dog training business in the Harbeson area serving Lewes, Rehoboth Beach and Milton, led by CEO and Training Director Tecla Walton. Tecla is a CPDT-certified trainer with credentials from the Tom Rose School, CYNX-L and NADOI, credited with over 25 years of experience as a dog trainer and 24 years as a music educator. She founded TK9 in 2007 and created University of Dog's School for Dog Trainers.

Method

Its Best Practices Dog Training is rooted in LIMA (Least Invasive, Minimally Aversive), aiming to build confidence, reduce anxiety and give clear, fair and consistent communication. Trainers use the most appropriate tools for each situation.

Programs and prices

In-home training: Essentials for Dogs $785, Beyond the Essentials $1,565 and Off Leash Life Skills $2,345. Puppy training: Essentials for Puppies $199, Puppies Platinum $685 and a custom Puppy Parent 101. Group classes: Group Puppy $199 and Group Obedience $275+. Behavior modification addresses anxiety and reactivity, and virtual lessons are part of the training format.

What owners say

One client wrote that Tecla "transformed my reactive dog with her patient, proven methods."