Playa Negra Dog Training

Flexible dog training designed to fit into you and your dog’s lifestyle.

Dog training custom designed to make you and your dog’s life easier and grow your bond.

Your Dog Deserves The Best Training, Boarding and Care Costa Rica Has To Offer

Dog ownership isn’t always easy.

It’s natural to find yourself facing challenges during the course of your relationship with your dog. Whether it is teaching your puppy the basics or more challenging behaviors such as difficulty walking politely on leash, barking and lunging at other dogs while on walks, or separation anxiety difficult behaviors in dogs affect the lifestyle and wellbeing of the owner.

At Playa Negra Dog Training, trainer, we understand the amount of stress and confusion difficult dog behavior can cause, and using our many years of experience, we will help you navigate these issues in a way that best suits you and your dog’s lifestyle. Many trainers have rigid rules and strenuous routines that are difficult to manage once the dog and owner are on their own, but Playa Negra Dog Training aims to work with owners to find personalized solutions that can be easily carried out after training ends.

At Playa Negra Dog Training, we make sure that your furry friend gets the attention, care, and training that they deserve.

Learn about our services

  • Puppy Training: Basics and socialization

    Behavioral Training: Custom solutions for challenges such as:

    Polite leash walking

    Reactivity training

    Separation anxiety

    Advanced Training: For specific skills or activities

    Personalized Training Plans: Collaboration between trainer and owner

  • Daycare - Need to drop your dog off for the day in a relaxing, private oasis where they’ll be well cared for? We offer doggie daycare at our facility. Your dog will love it so much they’ll want to spend the night!

    Specialized care for senior dogs or those with medical needs - As our pets get older, sometimes they need extra care. Trainer Jo has years of experience caring for elder dogs. During your consultation we’ll discuss exactly how to meet your dog’s needs and provide a relaxing, serene stay.

Discover Your Ideal Training Setting

At Playa Negra Dog Training, we believe in creating a training experience that's as comfortable and convenient for you as it is effective for your furry friend. That's why we offer unparalleled flexibility in our training locations, tailored to fit your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you're at home, prefer the beauty of a public space, or our specially designed training facility, we ensure every session is productive and positive.

In the Comfort of Your Own Home

Experience the ultimate convenience with our at-home training sessions, available within a 45-minute drive of Playa Negra. Perfect for busy schedules or dogs who thrive in their familiar environment, our in-home training eliminates the hassle of travel and allows us to address behaviors in the context they occur.

The Great Outdoors and Public Spaces

For those who enjoy the vibrancy of outdoor environments or wish to tackle specific socialization challenges, we offer training in public spaces of your choosing, also within a 45-minute radius of Playa Negra. Parks, beaches, or any public area that suits you—we’re there to turn every location into a learning opportunity.

Our Playa Negra Facility

Nestled on two acres of serene, natural beauty in Playa Negra, our training grounds provide a distraction-free zone for focused learning and advanced training techniques. This space is ideal for intensive training sessions, offering a variety of terrains and setups that simulate real-world challenges in a controlled environment.

Flexible, Focused and Customizable

No matter where you choose to train, each session is meticulously planned to meet your goals and your dog’s needs. From the comfort of your living room to the stimulating environments of public spaces and the specialized setups at our Playa Negra facility, we promise an engaging, effective training journey. Explore the possibilities and discover the perfect backdrop for your dog’s education with us.

 

Let’s Get Started!

Ready to learn more? Here is the process to begin training sessions with Playa Negra Dog Training:

  1. Book a free, no obligation consultation call so we can begin to get to know your dog and learn your training goals.

  2. Schedule a 60 minute behavior assessment with us at either a location of your choosing or at her property in Playa Negra. During this session we will be able to begin to determine y.

  3. Schedule follow up sessions to hone in on training and begin to learn the tools to create positive change for both you and your dog.

Get started with Playa Negra Dog Training, today.