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Happy Dog Academy LLC

Happy Dog Academy LLC has its own training facility in Hampton, Virginia. Dogs can stay for board and train, join a group class or have private sessions, all taught in person with force-free methods. The teaching covers puppies, basic obedience, recall and lead walking. Behavior Modification is also listed for dogs with aggression, anxiety or reactivity. The academy takes owners from Hampton and the surrounding areas.

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Bark ScoreSilver Rated Trainer: 4.1 / 5
Reputation: 4.0
Ethics: 5.0
Credentials: 2.8
Service breadth: 3.4
Training methods: Force-free

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Happy Dog Academy LLC’s reputation score is 4.0 out of 5, worked out from the star rating and number of reviews on their Google Business Profile. That’s higher than 55% of the trainers we list.

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Reputation 30% of the score: 4.0; From the star rating and number of reviews on their Google Business Profile.
Ethics 40% of the score: 5.0; Force-free. They train with rewards and positive reinforcement, without aversive tools. This scores highest.
Credentials 25% of the score: 2.8; No recognised credential is listed. Ask what training they’ve had.
Service breadth 5% of the score: 3.4; 3 ways to train (board & train, group class, private 1:1), and help with 4 kinds of problem.

How does Happy Dog Academy LLC compare with other Hampton dog trainers?

Counted from the 2 trainers listed in Hampton.

The only force-free trainer listed in Hampton.
The only trainer in Hampton listing private 1:1.
The only trainer in Hampton listing group class.
The only trainer in Hampton listing board & train.
Overall Bark Score higher than 79% of the trainers we list.

What to ask Happy Dog Academy LLC before you book

What does a typical session look like, and what happens when a dog gets something wrong?
What does a session or programme cost, and what’s included?
What training or qualifications do you have?
If my dog stays with you, can I visit or get updates, and how will you show me what to do at home?
How many dogs are in a class, and how many trainers?
What will I need to practise between sessions?

About Happy Dog Academy LLC

Helps with: Puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash
How they train: Board & train, group class, private 1:1
Service area: Hampton, Virginia & surrounding areas
Good to know: Dedicated training facility
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 9am–6:30pm
Address: 13 E Lamington Rd, Hampton, Virginia 23669
Phone: +1 757-899-4819

Sessions

Private TrainingOne-on-one personalized training sessions

Group ClassesTraining in a group setting with other dogs and owners

Board & TrainIntensive training program where your dog stays at the facility

Puppy TrainingFoundation training for puppies during their critical development period

Obedience TrainingBasic to advanced obedience commands and manners

Behavior ModificationAddressing behavioral issues such as aggression, anxiety, and reactivity

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