Training
Our Training Philosophy
Great training starts with a strong foundation.
At Southlake Classic Pet Retreat, we focus on the whole dog. Instead of chasing individual behavior problems one at a time, we build reliable obedience and clear communication between you and your dog. When dogs understand structure and expectations, many everyday challenges naturally begin to improve.
Our programs strengthen the core commands that shape daily life with your dog, like heel, sit, come, down, and stay, so you and your pup can handle real-world situations with confidence.
Lifetime Support, Guaranteed
What truly sets our program apart is our commitment to long-term success. Every training program is all-inclusive and backed by unlimited lifetime lessons. As your dog grows and life changes, our trainer is always here to help you keep building on that success.
Because we stand behind our work, your training is guaranteed for the life of your dog. We will keep working with you until you are completely happy with the results. At Southlake Classic, training is not a one-time service. It is a lifelong partnership built on trust, communication, and a strong foundation.
Our Training Programs
Every dog is different, so we offer a few ways to train. After your free evaluation, we will recommend the best fit and walk you through the timeline and pricing together.
Home with you each night
Play & Train
Play & Train is our daily program built around obedience, exercise, and structured play. Your dog spends the day learning and burning energy with us, then heads home to you each evening. Our trainer works on the foundational skills that make everyday life easier, helping with challenges like leash pulling, jumping, barking, and other common behaviors.
- Flexible drop-off and pick-up times
- Structured walks, play, and training sessions throughout the day
- Unlimited private lessons for the whole family after graduation
An immersive stay with us
Board & Train
In our Board & Train program, your dog stays with us for an immersive experience with personalized care, daily exercise, and focused one-on-one sessions. Our trainer works closely with your pup to build strong obedience and address more complex behaviors in a consistent, supportive environment. The extended stay lets us make meaningful progress while keeping training positive and engaging.
- Multiple weeks of personalized, around-the-clock care
- Balanced training, rest, and play throughout each day
- Unlimited private lessons for the whole family after graduation
Start on the right paw
Puppy Training
Puppies are learning every single day, which makes early training the perfect chance to build great habits from the start. Our puppy program focuses on a strong foundation through positive guidance, structure, and clear communication, tailored to your puppy’s personality, energy level, and stage of development. By the end, your puppy will have the skills and confidence to grow into a well-mannered companion.
- Start early to build lifelong habits
- Personalized training plans for each puppy
- Guidance for common puppy challenges like chewing, potty training, and leash manners
Meet Your Trainer
Stephanie
Stephanie has been in the pet care industry for 6 years, 3 of those here at SCPR! She has always enjoyed training dogs, and has a dream to be a full time dog trainer. At home, Stephanie enjoys family time with her husband Sam, and dogs Penne Pasta and Ally, with the occasional fishing trip!
Stephanie recently completed advanced, hands-on development where she spent four weeks working with real dogs in real-world situations and learning from mentors who have collectively trained over 10,000 dogs, including AKC Certified Evaluators.
Stephanie is excited to expand her work through our immersive training program, allowing her to work more closely with dogs while providing lifetime obedience support for both new and existing pups.
Training Inquiry Form
Ready to get started? Tell us a little about your pup and we will reach out to schedule your free training evaluation.