Modern Science-Based Dog Training
Serving Beloit, Janesville, WI; South Beloit, Rockton, Roscoe, Rockford, IL
(Online Dog Training also Available Over Skype)
Private Lessons
Address problem behaviors and train new skills. Learn in the comfortable privacy of your own home according to your availability.
Complete Dog & Puppy
Learn to understand and train your dog or puppy like a pro. Achieve a deeper sense of love and resonance. Evolve into your best friend’s hero.
Group Classes
A unique blend of group and private classes. Teach your dog basic household skills as well as behaviors tailored for your specific home.
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Bo is a great trainer. He has been working with Ryder and I have seen a improvement beyond belief. Ryder is 6 months old now and is doing great on his training with Bo. Bo is very good at explaining things to us and makes it very easy to understand. If you need help with your Puppy I highly recommend Bo to help you. He not only trains your Pup he also trains you to be a better dog owner. It is nice to have a well behaved dog. Thank you Bo for helping us with Ryder! 
Pat Hayden-Runaas
May 24, 2017 - Our puppy became a whole new dog with Bo's help!
Brandon Zweifel
February 9, 2018 - Bo is amazing! He is full of information. He was able to work with our puppy who is leash reactive, and get her to happily meet another dog is less than 40 minutes! So awesome! I am so thankful I found him to help us, especially since other trainers told us they couldn't.
Karleigh Kramer-Britt
July 5, 2017 - We just had our first training session with Bo. HE IS AMAZING! Teddy's first test came shortly after Bo left, when a visitor came to the door. One quick bark, no growling! WOW!
Tracy Schoonover Terry
July 18, 2017 - Bo helped my two scared Chihuahuas calm down and relax. They are happier and their anxiety is greatly reduced! I learned to read their body signals better, too. I'm so grateful to Bo for giving my dogs a better life.
Laura Grossheider
August 18, 2017 -
he is a very good trainer and I will tell anyone who needs help I already did so I hope he gets more business bc he is the best and cheap compared to most people 
Roger Dye
February 18, 2019 - We had our fist class with Bo a few days after we brought Gytha home at 10 weeks. At 5 months, we're doing Bo's group class, and we're doing really well! Bo is an amazing trainer — sure, he's great with the dogs (he's their best friend, I'm not even chopped liver), but he's also great with people.
If you're on the fence, just do it. As long as you put in the work, you and your dog will flourish with Bo's guidance.
Ren Rieskamp
November 28, 2017 - I would highly recommend Bo! I started to have no hope with my two chihuahuas until I met Bo. Not only did he help train my dogs but he helped me understand them better. It only took two training sessions for my dogs and now everyone that knew my dogs behavior issues and went around them before now comes around them with no problems and notices saying “Wow, training really did pay off.”
Paige Marszalec
May 3, 2019 - There aren’t enough stars to leave to express how wonderful we think Bo is, and his training methods.
We were ready to give up our 14 month Flatcoated Retriever. Through his kind training methods we now have a another family member.
Thanks Bo
A BILLION stars!
The Battista Family
Brenda Battista
September 28, 2019 - I would highly recommend Bo. He was great with our 2 somewhat unruly rescues. He was even able to work with the one that was fearful of men. Bo taught us several techniques that have helped us tremendously with their behavior. It was definitely money well spent!
Duane Sue Nettum
October 12, 2018
Achieve Resonance and Responsiveness
through Science and Love
You never have to use intimidation, fear, pain, or violence to motivate your dog ever again.
The newest wave of science-based dog training methods is force free and pain free.
You, too, can learn how to train a dog and address problem behaviors by leveraging the most recent advances in canine learning theory and motivating your dog from the inside-out.
- Deepen your connection and understanding with your dog
- Watch your dog enjoy learning and responding to you
- Take your "best friends" relationship to a whole new level
It’s not “just a dog”. It’s your beloved family member. And your canine companion deserves the deepest love and best care you can offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
My service area is up to a 30-minute drive. Beyond that, we can still work together, but I charge an additional fee up to a 45-minute drive. I hesitate to go beyond that (but we may be able to negotiate something if it’s critical). Remember, I can work with you anywhere in the world over Skype.
Typically, other trainers offer private lessons that run between 45 minutes and an hour. My standard private sessions run at least an hour. The exception here is my Introduction to Puppies class, which runs 1 hour and 30 minutes. The bottom line is that you can expect extra face-to-face time with me compared to most dog trainers.
It depends on the service provided. For clarity, I list rates on each individual service page. The best way to determine the cost of training would be to check out the webpage for the service you are seeking. By purchasing training packages, you can reduce the cost per class. This link will take you to the general Services Page.
The fact is that most dog trainers do not display their rates on their webpages for private lessons. This is part of their marketing plan. Mainly, they don't want to scare you off with how much they charge. So, to find out, you have to contact them, which gives them the opportunity to make the sale.
In contrast, I have chosen instead to be transparent. While we will need to discuss what kind and how much training your dog needs to determine how much private training will cost, you will see all my base pricing clearly listed on my website alongside the service.
You can expect the typical dog trainer to charge $75-$150/hour for private classes. For special cases like separation anxiety, a package can run from $600 to $1200. Unfortunately, that kind of pricing makes professional dog-training help inaccessible for those who struggle with low income.
I, however, do not believe that low-income status should exclude people from getting help with their canine companions. My in-person and Skype training rates express my commitment to economic justice as a guiding value. If you need training, I want to make it accessible to you regardless of your income.
The main way I can help you is through one-on-one training over Skype. It's a great platform for this. I will demonstrate concepts and techniques on my dogs so you can duplicate them with yours. By saving me travel time, I can charge you considerably less. Those who have trained with me this way love it.
Contact me and we'll work something out based on what you can afford.
Schedule Your Free 30-Minute Phone Call to Assess Your Needs
Let’s talk about how I can help you. It’s on my dime and you are not obligated to sign up, so there’s no risk for you. Just contact me through the form, tell me about your dog and the issues you face. Then, we’ll schedule the call.
If you are looking for a dog trainer near you, my business is based in Beloit, WI. My in-home service area includes Janesville, WI, Elkhorn, WI; South Beloit, IL; Rockton, IL, Roscoe, IL, Rockford, IL, and the nearby areas. If you are farther than that, I can still work personally with you online through my Dog Training Anywhere (online dog training) program.
What are You Waiting For?
Science-Based Dog Training: What It Is. What It Isn't.
Many dog owners don’t realize that there are several different approaches to dog training. Not all of them are concerned about dog health and wellbeing. Indeed, some are actually downright dangerous.
How will you know who to work with and who to avoid for the sake of your dog?
Watch the video and learn to identify the various types of trainers and how humanely those trainers will treat your dog.
Science-Based Dog Training: Different Types of Dog Trainers PDF
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