Best Buddy Dog Training
Dog Obedience Training in Ct, Ma, NH, NY, and RI
In-Home and Board-and-Train Dog Training in New England
Private Dog Obedience Training in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and New York
Struggling with your dog's behavior? You’re not alone. Every dog owner faces challenges, but with the right guidance, those challenges can be overcome. At Best Buddy Dog Training, we bring over 25 years of professional dog training experience directly to your home. Our private ">dog training programs are designed to help individuals and/or families like yours transform their dogs into calm, obedient, and happy companions.
Imagine a Better Life With Your Dog
Picture this: your dog walking calmly beside you on a busy street—no pulling, lunging, or barking. Envision sitting at an outdoor café while your dog rests quietly by your side as people and pets pass by. Imagine enjoying life with your dog without relying on treats, prong collars, or e-collars. That’s the kind of real-world obedience our training delivers.
Whether you need ">in-home or ">board-and-train dog training, we proudly serve Rhode Island and all of New England, including CT, MA, NH, and NY.

Why Our Training Works
You deserve to enjoy your dog without frustration or stress. Success comes from building a relationship rooted in trust, respect, and clear communication. Unlike other trainers who rely on food bribes or gadgets, we focus on teaching you how to effectively communicate with your dog so they willingly follow your lead—on or off-leash.
Our training methods foster a deep bond, making obedience simple and natural. With our guidance, you’ll see your dog become a calm, cooperative partner who’s eager to listen.

Our Dog Training Programs
Our obedience training for dogs focuses on generally calm demeanor and essential commands that create lasting results such as:
- Lie down, and stay
- Come when called
- Go away when told
- Follow, heel, and wait
- Jump (when appropriate)
These basics form a foundation that we can build on to address advanced needs or specific challenges, such as aggressive and/or territorial behavior. In-home Training takes place in and around your home, where your dog is most likely to show unwanted behaviors, for faster and more effective results.
Once these foundational behaviors are established, we can address any specific or advanced training needs. This approach speeds up the training process, building on a solid foundation of obedience and trust, whether your dog is on or off leash.
Experienced Dog Trainers With Proven Results
Not all “professional dog trainers” have the expertise they claim. At Best Buddy Dog Training, we let our results speak for themselves through real photos and videos of dogs we’ve trained in everyday environments.
When your dog struggles with aggression, disobedience, or behavior issues, you don’t just need theories—you need solutions that work. With over two decades of success, we’ve helped hundreds of families throughout New England achieve lasting results with their dogs.

Our Dog Training Philosophy
The best dog training method creates dogs that are:
- Calm
- Trusting
- Happy
- Obedient
We don’t believe in relying on buzzwords like “purely positive” or “force-free.” Instead, we use a balanced, respectful, and proven approach to create results you can see and feel every day. A well-trained dog shouldn’t require treats, shock collars, or harsh treatment—just affectionate and clear leadership and love.
Get Started Today
If you’re searching for the best in-home dog training in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or New York, you’ve found it. At Best Buddy Dog Training, we help you build a lasting bond with your dog based on trust, respect, and clear communication.
Contact us today and discover how quickly your dog can become the calm, obedient, and well-behaved companion you’ve always wanted.
Training with Shawn has been great. He opens your eyes and shows you how to shape your dog into being obedient.
Amy L.
I never thought we could save this pup. This was the best investment we ever made in a pet.
Jenny and Jim W.
we were so impressed with the results. She came back to us listening, respectful and happy
Anjali S.
Shawn is really just simply amazing. He is kind, fair, direct, and honest to both owners and their dogs alike.
Leanne F.
Shawn has been patient and encouraging with me; calm, kind and affectionate with Teal. She has great respect and liking for him :)
Zi K.
Shawn has consistently guided me with practical corrections and exercises that work. I highly recommend Shawn and Best Buddy Dog Training.
Julia P.
… would definitely recommend his services to people who are serious and committed to training their dogs.
Mollie C.
he is great with the grand kids and protects the home when we are away, a direct result of Shawn's professional training.
Frank B.
How nice to walk down the street with my dog trotting slightly behind me on a loose leash.
Mary Anne H.
We tried 4 different training styles with no results. This investment has been well worth it.