Clear. Gentle. Effective.

Compassionate dog training from puppyhood & beyond.

POTTY TRAINING ACCIDENTS?

CRATE YODELING?

PUPPY SHARK ATTACKS?

101 QUESTIONS?

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

POTTY TRAINING ACCIDENTS? CRATE YODELING? PUPPY SHARK ATTACKS? 101 QUESTIONS? NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

RAISING A DOG CAN BE CHALLENGING

DON’T WORRY. I’VE GOT YOU.

Alyssa David here, the woman behind AJ Dog Training. I specialize in getting families ready to handle the chaos that comes with a new dog or puppy. With over a decade of experience training guide dogs, I know the building blocks needed for successful partnerships. When we work together, I’ll come to your place, answer your burning questions (there are usually A LOT!) and, of course, do hands on training with you and your dog. Whether you’re just diving into raising a puppy or you’ve been at it for a bit, I am here to help you through every step of the process.

MEET THE TRAINER

ALYSSA J. DAVID

Qualified Guide Dog Instructor
BA in Psychology
20 years of professional experience

Put it all together, and you’ve got someone who can size up problems in no time and arm you with the know-how to tackle them like a pro.

In-Home Private Training Sessions

Westchester, NY & Fairfield, CT

HOME PREPARATION

Puppy-proofing—because trust me, your new furball will find every nook and cranny you forgot about.

POTTY & CRATE TRAINING

Potty training might not be the most glamorous part of training, but neither is going without it.

BASIC OBEDIENCE

Positive reinforcement isn't just about commands; it's about building trust and a deeper bond with your dog.

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

It’s awesome seeing a connection develop, even if it’s not all rainbows and sunshine at first.

NIPPING & CHEWING

Make sure your cherished items and your family members don’t fall victim to a curious set of unruly teeth.

PESKY BEHAVIORS

No matter what mischief Fido discovers next, we’ll turn those little adventures into learning experiences.

Happy Clients.
Happy Dogs.

  • “I first met Alyssa 8 years ago when I attended her puppy training class with our furry baby, Pippi. I liked, trusted and respected Alyssa immediately. So did Pippi. I was just so impressed by her calm, clear and confident communication with both puppies and humans. Thanks to Alyssa, we have the loveliest, sweetest, (mostly) incredibly well-behaved dog who has enriched our family life in so many ways.”

    Jodi Robin & Pippi the Portuguese Water Dog

  • "AJ is absolutely fantastic! She very quickly got a feel for both my and my dog’s personalities and suggested a training plan for the two of us moving forward. I love that she doesn’t take a one size fits all approach and specifically tailors her advice to the client and their dog. I saw improvement in my puppy in just that session alone and since I’ve implemented the plan AJ suggested, things have been progressing excellently."

    DB Flynn & 2 Australian Shepherds

  • “We met Alyssa when our dog was a puppy and worked with her to train our dog. Her approach was just perfect and involved our whole family - which at the time included two teenage children. Alyssa has a totally unique, wonderful energy with dogs. To say 'she gets them' is an understatement. She knows exactly how to make a dog feel comfortable, loved and happy.”

    The Baker Family & Zak the Golden Retriever

  • "Excellent trainer, customizes training for dog and family. I would highly recommend, I have used them each and every time I add a new dog to my family."

    Laura Curry & her 3 Great Danes

  • "Alyssa has been a great help to us with our dog, Gracie! Not only has she been amazing with her, she's also very clear when she explains her work to us."

    Tommy Koo & Gracie the Bernedoodle

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