EXPERT DOG TRAINING IN FAYETTEVILLE, AR – WHERE LEARNING MEETS PLAY

OUR SERVICES

BOARD & TRAIN

Our two-week board and train program uses force-free techniques to teach your dog essential skills to be a well-mannered dog.

DAY SCHOOL

Let your dog spend the day with us! They will play with their friends and learn essential skills to be a well-mannered dog!

PRIVATE LESSONS

We also offer private lessons for those dogs that may need more personalized training.

 GROUP CLASSES

Let our instructors guide you and your dog through all stages of life. From puppy training through advanced skills. We offer courses for all stages of life.

School for Dogs in Fayetteville offers comprehensive, force-free dog training programs designed to build confidence, clarity, and lasting good manners through positive reinforcement. Our certified trainers provide flexible options to meet your dog’s unique needs and your family’s lifestyle. 

    • Day School
    • Board & Train
    • Private Lessons
    • Group Classes

Using science-based, reward-driven methods, we focus on teaching foundational skills like sit, stay, come, leash manners, and place—while also progressing into more advanced obedience and real-world reliability. Whether your dog is just getting started or ready to refine their skills in distracting environments, we create structured learning experiences that are both effective and enjoyable.

From puppy socialization and behavior support to advanced training and immersive programs, every service is tailored to your dog’s individual personality and learning style. Our mission is to empower you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to strengthen communication, deepen your bond, and build a harmonious relationship that lasts a lifetime.

Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.—5:30 p.m.

Class begins by 9am so we ask that your dog arrive before 8:30 am. You are welcome to pick up your pup between 4:00-5:30pm.

OUR CERTIFICATIONS

Certification for Aggression In Dogs Master Course

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Important: You must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

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HERE’S WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

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Amy Hilbert
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Shanthi and her team are knowledgeable, passionate problem solvers. They observe you and your dog to develop and teach you useful training strategies and tips—all using positive reinforcement. Everything is presented in practical, easy to understand ways, and feedback is provided during practice in classes. Plus, classes are fun for you and your dog! Shanthi and Rachel have helped my dog and me navigate basic skills, reactivity and guarding issues, and the challenges of doggie adolescence. Their tips, strategies, games, and exercises have all helped me understand what my dog needs from me to be successful. Shanthi and Rachel’s positivity, enthusiasm, and professional observations have increased my confidence in managing my dog so he feels safe and less fearful in novel or perceived scary situations and we see increased progress daily! My dog also loves seeing all his doggie friends at day school and his favorite people: Shanthi, Rachel, Donovan, Amber, and Ashe! Thank you, Shanthi and Team at School for Dogs! We love you! ❤️🐾🐶
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diann goodman
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I never imagined I'd love and rely on this dog school like I have! When we first took our dog several months ago, I asked if he could come more days per week, thinking we'd get him "graduated" and not have to spend more money over time. They were flexible with the timing, but once he did "graduate" I did not want him to stop going. Shanthi and the trainers there are kind, patient, and magicians with dogs. The dog school is worth every penny. They'll help you with all the basics of training, step-by-step, with flexibility of group classes, day school for just the dog, or private sessions. I showed up to the first group class soaking wet from having to give him a bath on the way and now find that the calmest part of my day is dropping him off at the dog school! They know him, know us, and he gallops as fast as he can to get inside each time. Many thanks to Shanthi, Donavan, Ashe, Amber, and Rachel for making our experience here great every day!
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Kathryn Schubert
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Awesome people and awesome experience for our puppy!
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The Dramatologists
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Love how they love on my sweet pup!
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J. M.
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Outstanding service! Lot’s of research went into finding a great trainer who would not use a shock collar. Shanti is fantastic! Our dog loves and trusts her.
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Melody Beashau
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The teachers are amazing and the dogs always seem to have fun learning and playing.
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Solgave Animal Solutions
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Not just a place I trust, but ran by a human I respect so much!
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Rachel Moseley
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School for Dogs is by far the best around! Dedicated, patient, and SO encouraging for the dogs AND the humans Bahari has been going to classes since he was 3 months and at 9 months I'm honestly pretty sure shanthi's his favorite human - although he loves the entire staff