Dog Obedience Training in Sarasota
Private obedience lessons at public parks across Sarasota and Bradenton, from $700 for five sessions. Rated 4.9 on Google by 142 Sarasota dog owners.
Obedience lesson packages and prices
Basic Obedience Lessons
- 5 Private Sessions
- “Come,” “Sit,” and “Extended Sit.”
- “Down” and “Extended Down.”
- Place and "Extended Place"
- Loose Leash Walking
- “Off.” (Ex Jumping/Barking)
* Includes e-collar and training leash* 45 min. of daily practice required between sessions* Lessons are conducted at public parks
BOOK NOWBasic & Advanced Lessons
- 8 Private Sessions
- First 4 lessons include commands from Basic Obedience Training
- Final 4 lessons are Advanced Obedience Lessons
- Large Variety of Advanced Commands Learned
Extended distance obedience, heel, "watch" command, "through" command, "front" command, "stand" command, and more!
* Includes e-collar and training leash * 45 min. of daily practice required between sessions * Lessons are conducted at public parks
BOOK NOWOn Leash Obedience Lessons
Interested in training without an ecollar? This specially designed 6-lesson course prepares you and your dog to take on life's adventures while being obedient along the way. Most day to day commands are covered in this course with your dog's needs intertwined.
- Tailored training based on the dog and family
- Confidence Building
- Greeting Manners
- Loose Leash Heel / Leash Manners
- Sit / Extended Sit
- Place / Extended Place
- Down / Extended Down
Advanced Obedience Training
4 Week Program
- 4 Private Lessons
- Large Variety of Advanced Commands Learned
- Extended distance obedience
- Heel
- "Watch" command
- "Through" command
- "Stand" command
- and more!
Advanced Lessons
1 Hour Lesson
- Upon completion of our Basic & Advanced Obedience Package, you may purchase individual Advanced Lessons.
- Extended distance obedience
- Heel command
- Watch command
- Through command
- Stand command
- Front command
- Focused heeling
- Touch command...and more!
Prices and lesson details as listed on our Plans & Pricing page.
How private obedience lessons work
Free phone consultation
Tell us your dog's age, habits and goals, and we recommend the package that fits.
Lessons at public parks
Each session happens in a real park setting, so commands hold up around people, dogs and noise.
Daily practice at home
About 45 minutes a day between sessions keeps progress moving.
Tools included
Basic and Basic & Advanced lessons include an e-collar and training leash. On Leash Obedience Lessons train without an e-collar.

Trained by Don Shaw, Head Trainer
Over 17 years of experience, 2,000+ hours of professional education and 17 certifications, including AKC CGC Evaluator.
- Basic & On-Leash Obedience
- Advanced Off-Leash Obedience
- Marker Training Certified
Obedience lesson questions
How much do dog obedience lessons cost in Sarasota?
Basic Obedience Lessons are $700 for five private sessions, Basic & Advanced Lessons are $1,000 for eight sessions, Advanced Obedience Training is $445 for four private lessons, and single Advanced Lessons are $100 each after the Basic & Advanced package.
Where are the obedience lessons held?
Lessons are conducted at public parks in the Sarasota and Bradenton area, so your dog practices around the same distractions you meet on real walks.
Can we train without an e-collar?
Yes. On Leash Obedience Lessons are a 6-lesson course designed for owners interested in training without an e-collar, for $700. Basic, Basic & Advanced and Therapy lessons include an e-collar and training leash.
How much practice do the lessons need at home?
Plan on about 45 minutes of daily practice between sessions. That practice is what turns each lesson into a habit for your dog.
Who teaches the lessons?
Lessons are taught by the Off Leash K9 Training Sarasota FL team, led by Head Trainer Don Shaw, who has over 17 years of experience in obedience, off-leash training and behavior modification.
Talk to a Sarasota trainer today
Start with a free phone consultation. Tell us what your dog does and we will tell you which program fits.
