Local Dog Training & Adventure

Grounded in science. Fueled by fun.

Local Dog Paws-itive Reinforcement Training

We help dogs and their people get out and enjoy their communities with confidence!

Dogs are ready to be your friend, family member, and co-adventurer. They can even be a good neighbor as they explore your community together with you. They just need help learning how to navigate this human world they’re in. At Local Dog, we focus on good communication and proactive dog training in the Madison, WI area.

Our private and group dog training classes are based on decades of research in behavior training and fueled by fun! Because fun dogs get out more, explore more, and live more!

DOGGIE ADVENTURES!

Join our Fit Dog Club

Explore the Madison area with other dog-people working on dog training! Join us for fun, free walks every month throughout our city’s best and dog-friendliest neighborhoods and trails. Pre-registration required.

Let’s Go

Group Classes

Small classes follow research-based, fun-fueled curriculum as we guide you and your dog through essential skills.

Learn more about Group Classes

Private Training

In person or virtual, our private training sessions give you the support you need to achieve your dog training goals, resolve behavior concerns, and become a confident team.

Learn more about 1-on-1 Dog Training

Adventure School

Level up your dog’s skills, even if you can’t be along for the adventure.

Learn more about Adventure School

“Taking classes and doing one-on-one training with Jess have made an incredible difference in Bailey’s behavior, and I’m grateful for everything we’ve learned! Jess’s patient, positive attitude makes class fun while teaching practical skills for you and your pup! She’s engaged with every dog’s needs and progress and has answered my questions even when we’re not in a class. Both Bailey’s confidence and mine have grown tremendously by using positive reinforcement to learn new skills and shape behaviors. Highly recommend!”

– Ellen & Bailey

MORE HAPPY DOGS!