BEYOND THE BASICS

adolescent and adult training

These group classes are designed to strengthen skills, boost confidence, and help your adolescent or adult dog thrive in the real world.

 
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KEEP THE PROGRESS GOING

Why keep training?

Whether your dog just graduated from puppy class or you're starting fresh with an older pup, our adolescent and adult programs are designed to meet you where you are and help you grow together.

These classes offer more than just basic manners; they’re built to support real-life skills, problem-solving, and enrichment at every stage.

From foundational manners and intermediate skills to fun outlets like doggie fitness, tricks, adventure hikes, and nose work, each class gives your dog the tools to focus, thrive, and enjoy learning.

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FIND THE PERFECT TRAINING

adolescent and adult trainings

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GROUP CLASS | $285

Adolescent - Adult Basic Manners

We meet once a week for 6 weeks and cover basic skills, like sit, down, come when called, leave it/take it, and loose leash walking.

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GROUP CLASS | $285

Intermediate Skills

We meet once a week for 6 weeks and take basic skills to the next level.

  • Adolescent Adult Basic Manners OR Puppy Class Part Two

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GROUP CLASS (1 year and up) | $310

doggie fitness

We meet once a week for 6 weeks and teach new tricks, improved awareness, balance, and strength.

  • Intermediate Skills, Puppy Class Part Two, or approved by a BIDT trainer.

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GROUP CLASS | $310

tricks for treats

We meet once a week for 6 weeks and teach dogs a range of tricks.

  • Intermediate Skills, Puppy Class Part Two, or approved by a BIDT trainer.

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GROUP CLASS | $285

intro to nose work

We meet once a week for 6 weeks to develop your dog's natural scenting abilities.

  • Intermediate Skills, Puppy Class Part Two, or approved by a BIDT trainer.

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GROUP CLASS (1 year and up) | $310

canine good citizen

We meet once a week for 6 weeks. AKC program to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community.

  • Intermediate Skills, or approved by a BIDT trainer.

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Real Life. Real Skills. Real Fun.

adventure classes

Take your dog’s training into the real world with our Adventure Classes; fun, field-based sessions held at exciting locations around Houston. From city strolls to ranch romps, these outings are perfect for practicing manners with big distractions and building real-life reliability.

Offered exclusively to our more advanced students, these invitation-only classes provide the perfect next step for those looking to take their dog’s skills to the next level while enjoying off-site exploration and responsible community engagement.

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PRIVATE ADOLESCENT/ADULT TRAINING

private lessons

Prefer a more personalized approach? Our private lessons are tailored to your dog’s specific needs, goals, and personality.

Whether you’re dealing with challenges, working on specific behaviors, or just want a flexible schedule, our certified trainers will meet you virtually, in your home (by request), or at our state-of-the-art training center.

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Believe In Dog is the absolute best. Our border collie, Holden, has completed basic adult manners as well as intermediate skills. He LOVES going to class, and every instructor has been so wonderful.

I love that their methods do not involve any sort of punishment or force - only fun, love, and compassion. I have truly seen how these gentle methods not only teach you how to communicate more effectively with my dog, but also strengthen our relationship.

I’m so glad we chose this place and can’t wait for more classes.

- LAUREN J. -

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WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

get in touch

Have a question about our programs or wondering where to start? Just reach out—we’re here to help.