Dog Obedience & Manners Classes
Dog Obedience Training for Better Everyday Manners
Build better manners and a stronger bond with your dog through positive reinforcement obedience training. Learn from certified trainers with 20 years of experience, serving Cedar Park and greater Austin.
Dog Obedience Training: From Beginner to Advanced
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Beginner Obedience & Manners
Everyday manners and the basics. -
Advanced Manners
The same skills with more distractions, distance and time. -
AKC Canine Good Citizen
Real-world skills and an official AKC title. -
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Beginner Dog Obedience & Manners
Teach your dog the everyday skills that make life easier at home and out in public, all with fun, reward-based training.
Ages
5 Months
& Up
Length
6 Weeks,
1 hr/week
Price
$240
$170 – Express
When
Weeknights &
Sunday Mornings
What your dog will learn
How we train
Find the Right Obedience Class for Your Dog
Whether your dog is learning the basics or ready for a new challenge, our obedience training programs provide a path to more reliable skills and better everyday manners.
Beginner Dog Obedience & Manners
Learn foundational obedience skills, loose-leash walking, recall, and polite greetings. Ideal for dogs beginning their training journey.
Program Details
Age: 5 months and older
Duration: 6 weeks, 1 hour per week
From $165
Advanced Manners – Obedience with Distractions
Strengthen the skills your dog already knows while practicing with greater distance, duration, and distractions. Build focus and reliability in everyday situations.
Program Details
Age: 12 months or older
Duration: 6 weeks, 1 hour per week
From $235
AKC Canine Good Citizen Training
Prepare for the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen program by practicing practical obedience, responsible dog ownership skills, and good manners around people and other dogs.
Program Details
Age: 6 months or older
Duration: 6 weeks, 1 hour per week
From $245
Getting Ready for Your First Class
You don’t need to teach your dog anything before class. That’s our job. Here’s all you need:
Vaccines
Proof of current DHPP and Rabies shots. Bordetella and canine flu are recommended but not required.
Settled at home
Your dog has lived with you for at least 2 weeks and is feeling healthy.
What to bring
A leash, a flat collar or front-clip harness, lots of small soft treats, a favorite tug toy, and a mat or blanket.
What Our Students Say
All three of my dogs have taken classes and I have never had a bad experience! We've done puppy class, manners, and sports foundations. My puppy just finished his first course earlier this month and his classmates were the future service dogs bred by Dog Alliance, but we never once felt like we were the odd pair.
I've been training at the dog alliance with my dog Sammie. Sammie is being trained to be a service dog . The classes are fantastic and i must say the trainers are all the best. Their love for the animals and people is absolutely incredible. The Austin VA clinic sent me to the dog Alliance and im have been very happy with the training and when you need to ask a quetion if you and your dog just do not grasp what your being taught , i promise you to just ask for help and they will give you all the answer until you both understand. I would recommend the dog alliance to anyone interested in traing their dogs whether Veterans or non veterans. Their the Best.
This is the best dog classes in the area. The trainers all focus on positive techniques. I've done everything from puppy classes to service dog classes to agility. I've loved it all. The agility especially is fantastic, our dog has improved so much and we've done so much variety, it really is the best dog classes!
I love this dog training school. I go here for service dog training. I feel absolutely lucky that they are here in Cedar Park. Service dog training schools seem to be few and far in-between, plus they are usually expensive (like $25,000 expensive). This school has a train your own service dog program which is only a percentage of that cost (depends on the dog but they say about $2,500). We love Becca Young, Kathleen Reish, and Paula Baker-Smith. They are really helpful and understanding of dog behaviors.
I first was introduced to this charity through their summer clinics for kids and their dogs. My daughter went to this clinic for two summers, brought a friend the second summer because it was so fun. She learned so much and it created a deeper bond between her and our dog Jim. Since then I have taken multiple classes and I always learn new ways to engage with my dog and create a deeper bonds. Their main mission is training service dogs for veterans which is so impactful for those coming back and need the support. Their mission is definitely worth supporting!
Love Naomi's Nose work class. My dog loves going to class every week. She is so knowledgeable and patient with the dogs and owners. I have only had great experiences at dog alliance.
Love the dog training classes, have such a nice facility to do agility with my dog. Very beginner friendly. Kathleen was the best!!
Our dog Charlie received training here. It has helped so much. Nancy was very helpful and sweet to all the dogs. He was 5 months old when we started and I think the training will be a great foundation for the rest of his life. Definitely worth it!
I started volunteering at The Dog Alliance a year ago and I can't express how amazing the people are there. As a combat veteran myself, I know how great the need is for service dogs but I had no idea how costly it was to raise and train these amazing pups. Debi and her team pour their heart and soul into helping our Vets and our entire community and I'm proud to play a small part in their mission.
We love the Dog Alliance! Our trainers, Kathleen and Cindy are amazing, and have worked with us privately and in a multi-dog class. We absolutely recommend them to anyone who wants to train a pet, therapy or service dog. Recently we had Annissa Austin (Sheer Excellence), who works with the Dog Alliance, come to our house to teach us how to groom our standard poodle and it was another wonderful experience! He looks gorgeous! The positive attitudes and kindness of everyone at the Dog Alliance is contagious and we're forever grateful to everyone there!
Positive Reinforcement Dog Obedience Training
At The Dog Alliance, we believe effective obedience training starts with trust, encouragement, and clear communication.
Our trainers use positive reinforcement methods, rewarding desired behaviors with treats, toys, praise, and play. This helps dogs understand what we're asking them to do while making learning more enjoyable.
We don't use prong, shock, or choke collars in our group training classes.
You'll also learn how to use these same reward-based techniques at home, helping your dog build good habits beyond the classroom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dog Obedience Training
Find answers to common questions about our obedience classes, training methods, and how to get started.
If you have any more questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us—we’re here to help!
