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Dog trainers in Iowa City

Iowa City has 3 dog trainers listed, each with a different method label: 1 force-free, 1 balanced and 1 that doesn't state its methods. All 3 have a Bark Score. Spot & Co scores 4.1, in the Silver Rated tier, and Graycen’s Dog Training scores 3.5. Board and train is the most common format here, offered by 2 trainers, alongside group classes and private 1:1 sessions. Every trainer helps with basic obedience, and you'll also find help with puppies, recall, leash walking, agility and reactivity.

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  1. Spot & Co

    4.0 mi · in person

    At SPOT & CO., we believe training your dog should be a positive, relationship building experience for you and your best friend.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.1
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free

  2. Graycen’s Dog Training

    0.0 mi · in person

    private 1:1, board & train. Helps with basic obedience, reactivity, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.5
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsBalanced

  3. Knallhart Kennels & Training Academy

    5.6 mi · in person

    board & train. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.4
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated

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Is there board and train in Iowa City?

Yes. 2 of the 3 trainers listed in Iowa City offer board and train. 1 runs group classes and 1 offers private 1:1 sessions, if you'd rather train alongside your dog.

Which training methods do Iowa City dog trainers use?

In Iowa City, 1 trainer is labelled force-free, 1 is labelled balanced and 1 doesn't state its methods. Spot & Co, the force-free trainer, has a Bark Score of 4.1.

How are dog trainers in Iowa City, Iowa scored?

Each gets a Bark Score from 0 to 5, built from Reputation 30%, Ethics (training methods) 40%, Credentials 25% and Service breadth 5%. Nobody can pay for a higher score.