Best Buddy Dog Training
Dog Obedience Training in Ct, Ma, NH, NY, and RI
Genuine Dog Obedience Training
Facing Challenges with Your Dog? You’re Not Alone
Every dog owner encounters hurdles, but with the right support, these can be overcome. At Best Buddy Dog Training, we bring over 25 years of expertise in dog training to you, helping families like yours transform their dogs into well-behaved, happy companions.
Imagine your dog being calm, content, friendly, and obedient—without relying on treats, prong collars, or e-collars. Picture walking down a busy street, with people, traffic, and other animals passing by, while your dog calmly walks beside or behind you—no lunging, pulling, or disruptive behavior. Envision your dog resting quietly by your side at an outdoor café as strangers pass by. Yes, that can be your dog!
Dog Training in New England - The Best Dog Training in CT, MA, NH, NY and RI
You deserve to enjoy time with your dog without worrying about misbehavior. Achieving this means building a relationship based on trust and respect. You shouldn’t need to carry treats or rely on a remote control just to take your dog out. Best Buddy Dog Training is here to show you how.
Through our guidance, we’ll teach you how to train and communicate with your dog in a way that’s clear and effective. This two-way communication fosters a deep, loving connection that makes dog training simple and quick. Your dog will trust you and willingly follow your lead—on or off leash.
Our Dog Training Programs
Our dog training programs are straightforward and highly effective, centered around just a few essential commands. We teach your dog to lie down and stay, come when called, go away when told, follow, heel, wait, and jump. With these key commands, we shape your dog’s behavior, making calmness and obedience their natural state.
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.
Dog Training Expertise and Competence
The reality is, many so-called 'professional dog trainers' may not know much more about training dogs than you do. If they did, they’d proudly display the results of their work with photos and videos. When you’re facing challenges with your dog, you need solutions — and fast. You need a dog trainer who can effectively resolve issues using compassionate, respectful, and efficient methods. Most importantly, you need a dog trainer with proven experience in handling the specific challenges you’re facing, especially if your dog shows aggressive behavior. While testimonials and cute puppy photos are nice, they don’t prove competence. Results do.
Effective Methods and Proven Results in Dog Obedience Training
The best training method is one that creates a dog who is obedient, calm, trusting, and happy. The true measure of success is a dog that consistently exhibits these qualities. Too often, discussions around methods and the "latest science" distract from a dog trainer’s actual competence and experience. You may hear terms like "purely positive," "rewards-based," or "force-free," but don’t be misled. A competent dog trainer will be eager to demonstrate their ability through photos, videos, or the dogs they’ve trained in real-world environments.
A well trained dog shouldn’t require treats or gadgets for attention or cooperation—and ideally, they shouldn’t even need a leash. Just look at the calm, happy, obedient dogs in our photos and dog training videos. If you’re seeking the best dog training and dog trainers in Rhode Island and throughout New England, you’ve found the right place. Contact Best Buddy Dog Training today to begin your journey towards a truly loving, respectful, and cooperative relationship with your dog. See the results for yourself!
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.