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Zen Dog Training

Established in 2005, Zen Dog Training in Somerville, Massachusetts teaches both in person and online. It trains using force-free methods and works on puppy training, basic obedience, recall and lead walking, along with reactivity, aggression and separation anxiety. Owners can book in-home or private one-to-one sessions, join a group class or learn virtually. Agility Training and Behavior Modification are among the listed services.

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Bark ScoreSilver Rated Trainer
4.0 / 5
Reputation
3.6
Ethics
5.0
Credentials
2.8
Service breadth
3.9
Training methods
Force-free
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Zen Dog Training’s reputation score is 3.6 out of 5, worked out from the star rating and number of reviews on their Google Business Profile. That’s higher than 25% of the trainers we list.

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How is Zen Dog Training rated?

Four parts, each out of 5, weighted into one score. Member reviews never change it. How we score

Reputation 30% of the score
3.6
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
3.9
4 ways to train (in-home, online/virtual, private 1:1, group class), and help with 7 kinds of problem.

How does Zen Dog Training compare with other Somerville dog trainers?

Counted from the 1 trainers listed in Somerville.

What to ask Zen Dog Training 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?
  • How many dogs are in a class, and how many trainers?
  • What will I need to practise between sessions?

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About Zen Dog Training

Helps with
Puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash, reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety
How they train
In-home, online/virtual, private 1:1, group class
Established
2005
Service area
Somerville, Massachusetts & surrounding areas
Good to know
Established 2005
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 8am–8pmSat–Sun 9am–5pm
Address
391 Medford St, Somerville, Massachusetts 2145
Phone
+1 617-410-6469

Sessions

Private TrainingOne-on-one personalized training sessions
Group ClassesTraining in a group setting with other dogs and owners
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
Agility TrainingFun obstacle course training for fitness and mental stimulation

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