Teaching the family dog to be a family member since 1996

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Want to learn to speak dog?

Thirty Years of great dogs. Yours is next!

Private one-on-one dog training in Rochester, NY.

Every dog on this wall started with a single phone call. 

Now scheduling new evaluations.

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Sound Familiar?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, you’re in the right place!

Hugo & Luca - 2018

ROCHESTER CANINE ACADEMY IS

Private. One-on-one. Built around your dog.

Every lesson happens by appointment, with your family, your dog and my full attention.

Because great dogs aren’t born.
They are trained with intention.

Personalized private dog training programs designed to give you the level of support you want to reach your goals with your dog.

GETTING STARTED

How it works

Reach out

Call, text, or send a message. Lyss (our amazing admin) will answer your questions and get your evaluation scheduled.

Come meet me

Your one-hour evaluation is where it all starts. I meet you and your dog, hear your goals, and walk you through what makes sense. It’s $100, and applies to your deposit if you choose to enroll at your evaluation.

Start training

You don’t need to know which program you want before you come in. We will discuss the options together after I know more about you and your dog. You choose the program that fits your goals, and then we can get to the good stuff. Building a stronger relationship with you and your dog.

Alisson & Shayna

MEET YOUR TRAINER

Hi, I'm Alisson

I’ve been training dogs professionally since 1996, and I founded Rochester Canine Academy in 2002. But what my clients love best about working with me is that I teach in plain English, at your pace, and you’ll always know not just what to do, but why it works.

My job isn’t just training your dog. It’s teaching you to speak a little dog, so that you can both finally speak the same language.

WHAT WE OFFER

Programs

Not sure where to start? Your dog’s age usually tells us the first step.

Shayna - 2016

FOR PUPPIES UNDER 13 WEEKS OLD

Start Smart Puppy Program

Build it right from the very beginning: housebreaking, exposure, foundations, and a trainer in your corner during the weeks that matter most. No evaluation needed to get started.

Jersey - 2005

FOR DOGS 16 WEEKS AND OLDER

Signature Programs

Three levels of private training support, from everyday manners all the way to off-leash freedom. The right fit gets figured out at your initial evaluation.

Is your puppy between 13-15 weeks old?
Now is the perfect time to schedule an evaluation. Once they turn 16 weeks old, they will be ready to hit the ground running with a Signature Program.

CLIENTS SAY IT BEST

Real dogs. Real families.

Goose - 2026

Working with Alisson has made a world of difference in our dog Goose. He is able to control his impulses and walk with us with ease. She also truly helped us “speak dog” and give Goose a routine that sets him up for success!

Ellie B.

Sox - 2010

OK, I’ll admit, I was one of those people who could not imagine our little dog Sox walking on a leash without pulling the entire time. In fact, Alisson asked, “If I can get Sox to walk on a leash without pulling, will you write me a testimonial?” I immediately said yes. Here I am, admitting that Alisson was right. Sox can do it, and does it every day.

Jim G.

Doppler & Newton - 2015

When we take them on walks, we always receive compliments on how well behaved they are. Thank you, Alisson, for enabling us to create such a stress free and fun life with our pups!

Ellen & Peter

READY WHEN YOU ARE

 

Your dog belongs on this wall.

Let’s get them here.

Call or text to book your one-hour evaluation and come meet me at the studio.

Families come to the studio from all over the Rochester area: Brighton, Pittsford, Webster, Penfield, Fairport, Irondequoit, Greece, Henrietta, Victor, Canandaigua, and beyond.

or call or text 585-271-8458