We came across Breyers' page on the internet while we were looking for at-home training options for our dog. Our dog knew basic commands and leash walking out in public, but he was struggling significantly adjusting to apartment living, being territorial and being very reactive to people and dogs in the enclosed hallways, stairwells, and elevators. We completed Breyers' program in September 2022. Compared to 6 months ago, we have SO much more control over our dog's behavior. We figured out how to get him to respond and remain calm in various situations -- using food rewards, using the vibrating E-collar Breyers used during our training -- and we are now to the point where our dog will do many commands without rewards or the collar. It has made us so much more comfortable being in the apartment setting. I have been recently complimented by many people in our building on how well-behaved my dog is in the hallways, whereas 6 months ago, my dog would have been completely out of control. Breyers' training taught us how to get through to him and we continue to use these strategies to this day. For those looking for an at-home training option, Breyers is a fantastic option. That being said, keep in mind it is a team sport. Breyers is there to help lay a foundation to set you up for lifelong success and get you and your dog going in the right direction. But you, as the pet parent, must put in just as much work as Breyers in correcting your pet's behavior. It is an intense program requiring daily commitment to your animal. Furthermore, that commitment does not stop just because the program ends -- you must keep up with your training skills afterward to ensure your dog does not slip into old habits. Stay committed to your pet and you WILL see changes. You will be so proud of their growth. We are so grateful for Breyers helping us get to the point we are at now. He is truly a gem and if you are willing and able to put in the work, Breyers will be able to work his magic in getting your pup to a better behaved place. Thank you Breyers for everything! read more

Working with Breyers Academy was one of the best decisions I've made. I know that sounds bold but it's true and this is why. I work from home so a calm dog is essential to productivity. Last year, my 5 year old cavachon, Jenson, developed severe reactivity and started barking at every guest and every noise (garbage trucks, next door voices, doorbells on TV shows, etc). I found Breyers Academy based on their exceptional Yelp reviews and success stories. I wanted to hire them right away but their rate is an investment so I tried a $300 video series first. I thought "I'm committed to this and want to be financially smart, I can make a video course work." Of course, it did nothing. After wasting that time/money and listening to a couple more months of barking, I hired Breyers like I should have from the start. It was a joy to watch Jenson learn and perform the training activities, but I'll admit that I wasn't sure how the exercises were actually going to fix his barking since they centered around other obedience behaviors. Well, it became clear near the end of the training program: seemingly overnight, Jenson was a totally different dog. The training focused him, rewired him, and reversed his reactivity! Not only did I get my calm, quiet dog back, but Breyers and the other trainers in the academy are just a pleasure to be around and their ability to actively tailor exercises to how a dog is responding is wildly impressive. After seeing how personalized their approach is, it's funny that I once thought videos would work. When I got a second dog this year, I hired Breyers early at the first signs of reactivity. He rewired her reactivity just as successfully. Neither dog cares about squirrels anymore and they're so much calmer and happier. And so am I! I know I'm just some person in the reviews section, but if you aren't enjoying life with your dog because of behavioral issues, there is no other trainer to consider: Breyers is it. read more

Start with Breyers. He is the dog whisperer of Dallas! Breyers trained our two dogs. Before working with Breyers, we tried group classes, as well as board and train programs, with little to no success. One dog, now 3 years old, remained highly leash reactive to other dogs until Breyers worked his magic. Although I was hesitant at first, due to past misinformation and misrepresentation of the device, the use of an e-collar made all the difference. With very low stim, we were able to get both dogs to focus on me rather than other dogs and distractions. Walks are a breeze, now that my dogs are less stressed and look to me for leadership. Breyers addressed each of our dogs strengths and weaknesses, individually, making it possible to train these two dogs effectively even at opposite stages in life. This was very unlike the group training environment I had experienced before, where every dog is expected to achieve the same goals at the same class. Breyers was patient with both me and my slower-to-learn, older dog. And, unlike board and train programs, which only give you an hour overview of what the dog has learned, once training was complete with our dogs each session, Breyers spent equal time and attention training me (the owner). This empowered me to continue the training and prevented confusion after Breyers left. I cannot speak highly enough of Breyers training methods and skill. His character is above reproach. He was always professional and works rain, snow, or shine. Thank you, Breyers! read more

I have known Breyers for over 10 years. He helped me and my family train our Labradoodle, Maddy, when she was a pup and he's amazing! Actually, Breyers trained us! Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE that comes into contact with Maddy can't get over how well behaved she is, how sweet she is, and how approachable. She looks at me for permission to go, I can take her to dog friendly stores and she's perfect. I can put her in the "down, stay" position and she stays put. It's amazing to have a doggie that everyone loves - but not as much as I. She's a total delight and because she's so well trained that I think she's so happy. Years ago I asked Breyers what it was that makes him love dogs so much, and his answer gave me a lot of insight. He said,"I'm just fascinated by how their minds work." That response gave ME insight - about Breyers and how to see and understand my dog. I have sent many of my friends to him and every time Breyers made me look good for recommending him! Breyers is kind and professional and I think he has a gift. He's a teacher and I can say that his influence in helping me understand Maddy has also helped me in understanding people. Breyers is a gem and if you hire him after reading this to help you with your dog, you will be thanking me, too! Lori B. (BTW: I live in Dallas, Texas. Can't figure out how to change it!) read more

Breyers' Canine Academy was highly recommended to me by my neighbor who is involved in showing dogs. I really didn't want to make the drive from Plano to Lemmon Ave regularly but now I'm glad I did. Before training with Breyers, we had a few frightening situations with our puppy, Hank, while he was off-leash. My number one goal with our training was for him to come when I called his name without a leash on so we could run and play frisbee without worrying about his safety. After working with Breyers and lots of practice, we have mastered this important skill. It is so liberating to be able to trust our puppy will come when we call him. No one gets a dog to struggle and worry, obedience is necessary for the health and happiness of the whole family. Breyers is definitely an expert when it comes to training dogs. He earns the dogs respect immediately. When working on a skill he has a variety of tools and exercises to accomplish the task. He also can clearly see when it is the dog or if it is the owner who needs to adjust. Ashley is a great communicator; she is very clear and through in appointment setting and any other office matters. She is always friendly and conversational. Thanks, Breyers, for training our dog which allows us to enjoy him so much more. read more

Worth every penny! Oreo is a sheepadoodle (50% OES, 50% poodle), potentially one of the hardest puppy breeds for a novice dog owner, and I was determined to have her trained as well as a service dog. I randomly selected Breyers, as he had the best reviews on Yelp, and we began training at 5 months. I was convinced I had a "bad" dog, as I was learning there have been periods of over-breading of OES, creating neurotic behaviors, including hyperactivity, fearfulness, and aggression. For us, it was aggression - she was under the impression she was born a pit bull! However, I came to see that it was ME who needed the training. Unlike other programs out there, Breyers trains the dog AND its owner. Oreo just turned 2 in May, and we have made so much progress! We're still not perfect - she still has to jump on everyone she greets, and she can still get aggressive when she has too much pent up energy - but I now have the tools to continue training her, and she gets better every week. We are so grateful for Breyers. Thank you, Breyers, for your patience and for not giving up on us! read more

Breyers trained our rescue dog, Lola, nearly four years ago. She had been on the street, in a rescue cage for 5 months and had bronchial pneumonia and heartworms when we got her (we didn't know how sick she was). She spent two weeks in Med Vet and we didn't think she'd make it. Recuperation was months. She is a 14 pound dachshund mix. As a result of all these problems, Lola was very high-strung and a "runner." She'd be gone at the crack of a door. My neighbor referred us to Breyers, and he was a miracle worker! We took the basic lessons and opted for the advanced ones as well. It was a lot of work for both Lola and me. We still practice daily in a very early morning mile+ walk. She stays by my side and happily practices a brief training routine "brush up" along the way. Lola is such a wonderful, loving dog and deserved to be calmed down and happy. Everything you see in Bryers' videos is true. It's really miraculous and we are immensely grateful to him. Our vet now recommends him regularly - he couldn't believe the changes in Lola! read more

Working with Breyers was the best decision I could've made for me and my dog. Before training with Breyers, my perception of a well-trained dog was a dog that would look to its owner for what to do and when to do it do it. Our very first introduction shifted my entire thought process and made me realize a well-trained dog is one that knows what to do in situations without being given cues. With Breyers methods and the exposure training in our home and public places, he helped us mold a well-rounded dog that we were able to take everywhere. Throughout training we were introduced to the e-collar as a tool to help redirect focus and keep our dog engaged. He was always rewarded when using the e-collar so there were never any negative association with using it. I cannot thank Breyers enough for not only training my dog, but me as well. His overall knowledge and professionalism are second to none. I very highly recommend him to anyone looking to help their dog be its best self. read more

Breyers was awesome for me and my senior rescue dog. He clearly explained his process and training options and what results to expect (it's not magic, it's consistency and building a relationship with your dog). I chose the private sessions option. My dog was a bit of a nut to crack motivation-wise, but Breyers got there after a few sessions and she really started to enjoy them. When we started, she wouldn't even take chicken from my hands. She now catches treats like a champ (that was our first homework, a yummy lesson), walks like an angel on leash (with occasional timely corrections for rabbits and squirrels) and most importantly for me, I now have confidence to take her out regardless of wild or domestic life we might encounter. Even though I've had her for two years, this was really the biggest relationship building experience between human and dog we've had. It was worth every penny to me! read more

It has been nearly two years since Breyers initially trained our rescue, Lola. She was great after the first sessions, but we opted for Breyers' Advanced course to put us over the top! Now we can walk a fast mile every day (healthy for both of us!) with barely a stop. She loves to calmly greet people at the front door with a friendly tail wag. At meal time, she automatically comes to my side and settles down to wait while I prepare it. Even when we're in the car, she waits inside until I call her. Her outdoor obedience has definitely transferred to every aspect of our everyday lives. Every hour with Lola is a pleasure - and we owe it to Breyers' patience in teaching and encouraging both of us. My vet , Dr. Troy Cobb, has been so impressed that he's been recommending Breyers to other dog owners. read more

Breyers was recommended by a friend of ours who is nationally recognized in the dog training world. After meeting Breyers and working with him over the last several years, I can appreciate why our friend so highly recommended him. Breyers has an amazing sense of kindness and intuition to truly connect with his canine clients... and the humans as well. He trained our young crazy Doberman to harness his intrinsic energy and intelligence to become the amazing family dog that he is. The team are a joy to work with: professional, flexible, adaptive, and creative. Our dog LOVES working with Breyers and is excited and happy about each appointment. Breyers and team have been an amazing source of guidance and wisdom for our family's Best Friend and I know they will for yours as well. read more

I highly recommend Breyers Canine Academy. I have used Breyers to help train two dogs. The first was a puppy 15 years ago that was having difficulty walking on a leash and responding to basic commands. After Breyers training she was a new dog. Easy to walk and calmer around the house. A few months ago, I got another puppy. He was 73 pounds at 6 months and I was having so many problems with him. specifically, I couldn't get him in the car or walk him because he would pull on the leash. After a couple of months, he also is like a new dog. Breyers has developed training specifically to help my dog get in and out of the car, walk calmly on a leash, sit, settle and focus to my commands. If you have a dog to train, Breyers is the best!! read more

I'm a first time dog owner and live in an apartment in the city, so trying to train my dog on my own was a bit challenging. I decided to hire Breyers to get both my dog and I to speed and he has been nothing but exceptional. Breyers was professional and patient when working with us, and extremely knowledgeable about dog behavior. He does a great job laying down the groundwork and giving you the tools to be successful with your dog's training. After working with Breyers, I have a very well behaved puppy at home and in public. He has truly made such a difference in our lives!! I can't say enough good things about Breyers and highly recommend him for your dog training needs! read more

Breyers has been incredible to work with and has made such a difference to our lives. We had worked with two other trainers before Breyers, who had done little to no good at best, and possibly some harm at worst. From day one, Breyers' approach was super intuitive to my dog and it seemed just like a natural process for her. She improved everyday and I gained tools I needed to manage unwanted behavior. I never thought I could be someone with a dog that could heel off-leash, but we are now able to do off-leash work everyday! I get comments all the time asking me if I am a trainer and if they can hire me. I quickly point them to Breyers' Canine Academy! read more

Breyers Canine Academy is hands down the best training academy for your Dog! I have had several dogs over my lifetime and have had several dog trainers ... BUT nothing compares to Breyers and the way that he trains your dog ! HE KNOWS dogs and how to take an energetic puppy, or any dog in any life stage and help them to become a well behaved member of your family ! My Stallone went from a bit of a chaotic mess into a gentleman in no time at all. You need to trust Breyers and his method and do the work and you will have an amazing dog/family member that you will enjoy ! Stallone my Poodle is 100000x better since knowing Breyers G read more

Bryers was absolutely amazing. If there were 100 stars I would give him 100. We tried two trainers before him who failed miserably. My dog's behavior was pretty crazy. He would jump up on us constantly and it was very difficult to take him out on a leash because he pulled so hard. My dog enjoyed working with Bryers and was always excited to see him. The end result was that we were able to do so much more with our dog and enjoy him without worrying about his being out of control. So happy with the results! read more

I am a working mom with two kids and considered myself a cat person until a dog joined the family. We contacted Breyers the week we brought a 7 month old cavapoo home. Through working with Breyers Canine Academy our dog has become the best trained dog in the neighborhood. After completing the training program I can walk my dog confidently on or off the leash. I appreciated how Breyers worked to fit training into my busy schedule. I now consider myself a dog person who loves her well behaved dog. read more

Breyers is phenomenal! He helped me get Quinn (Rottweiler) ready for showing with conformation classes and he's now helping me with Ruby (Rottweiler). Ruby is a rescue with high drive. We're working on basic obedience & I hope to do advanced. Breyers is basically training me. Ruby will do anything he asks of her. He has an incredible rapport with dogs. I highly recommend him. This is Cheryl Kellis. They posted my review under someone else's name. read more

We hired Breyers to train our puppy when she was just 5 months old and it was one of the best decisions we could have made for her and for ourselves! He gave both our pup, and us as owners, the tools and we needed to be successful in accomplishing our training goals. His training program and ability to teach to that program was impressive and was instrumental to the success of our dog's training. read more