If you are looking for a dog training facility that treats you and your doggo like family this is the place! Cory and her staff treat you like they have known you forever from your first phone call and beyond from picking up your baby. They will be blunt and honest about the changes that need to happen on our end, but it is absolutely necessary to get the best doggos out of it and for continued growth. My Oliver Marsh was with them for 3 weeks, I received report cards with pictures reinforcing the sense of trust I had in them. When I say that if I felt even 1% off about them, I would have ate the non refundable cost and walked away with my boy. Cory and her staff continue their communication even after you are home. They never make you feel like you are asking too many questions or that they are stupid. We are excited to continue our trainings at group days and Oliver will be boarded to get any refreshers, plus he just fell in love with everyone there!! It has only been 4 days from picking up Oliver but the entire family can see a difference and the progress him and I have made. Just remember if you invest into your dog when these wonderful human beings, the work really start when you bring your baby home. Can not say enough great things about these ladies, i feel as if they are an extended part of our family! read more

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My husband and I purchased both the boarded puppy camp & the specialized boarded service dog training for a total of just under $8k. Before starting puppy camp, we explained behaviors our puppy was having trouble with at home. They assured us they would be able to help with everything. After going through the 2 week boarded puppy camp, none of the behavioral issues showed any improvement. Our puppy also did not display competency with the basic obedience commands he was supposed to learn. I figured he's still a puppy & the additional service dog training will get him all worked out. Unfortunately the service dog training was a complete waste. After all that training, our dog would only perform basic obedience tasks with a correction leash over his nose. If the leash was not on, all bets were off. As for the service tasks, they're non-existent. This facility prides themselves on not using treats to train. However, when they demonstrated the service task he "learned" on pick up day, they brought out peanut butter. I was very confused. While holding the peanut butter in the air, they got our dog to jump up & put his paws on them. His service task IS to jump up & put his paws on my husband when he's having a mental health episode. The problem is, my husband won't have peanut butter on hand when his dog needs to alert. Our dog only learned to jump on people carrying food. Nothing more. After I took some time to think about the situation, I sent an email explaining our disappointments, & that we have to put our dog through another program. (We did find a great trainer that was able to train our dog correctly-but it cost another $6,000.00). They responded to my email without taking responsibility for anything and refused to issue a refund. We would have been happy with even a partial refund, because they did board our puppy for weeks, even though he didn't get the training he was supposed to. How they explained their training methods, the training we were supposed to receive, & our responsibilities as the owners in their response email, was completely different than what we were told in person. In a nutshell were told we would be getting a dog that was finished in basic obedience & his service task training. They ended up saying we misunderstood, & that their program is a 'hybrid' model where they start the training, but we complete it ourselves at home. No where on their website are the services we purchased described that way, nor does it say anything about a hybrid model in the contract we signed. We were very clear we were looking for a program that would finish basic obedience & service task training. They confidently told us they would do that, & at home we would only need to reinforce what the dog had already learned. I don't think anyone would pay $8,000.00 to have a dog started only, & need to be self trained to finish. Especially not a service dog. After this, we did training classes at Petco to keep the puppy learning & socialized until his start date with the new trainer. Petco initially let us join their intermediate class, thinking our puppy would be ok since he'd been through so much boarded training with US Dog Training Camp. We were demoted to level 1 basic puppy training on our first day of class. That's tells you everything you need to know. We actually had an employee put their dog through a boarded training program with these guys at the same time. Neither of us knew the other had our dogs at this place until we saw the dogs together on their social media page. He was just as disappointed with his results & was sick he spent $5k. He feels his dogs behavior is actually worse after coming home. read more

We recently enrolled our 13 month old mini dachshund, Charlie, in their 3 week camp class. We had decided to do this because we were having reactivity issues during walks and in public places. He also was not walking well despite all of our training efforts. He would constantly pull. It was so hard to leave him for the 3 weeks, but it was totally worth it. We received constant communication from Cory and Melaney during his stay which helped with the separation. The lessons we have received from the initial pick up and our group lessons have helped us and Charlie to continue with his training and success. We recently had a vacation and Charlie was so well behaved. There was no reaction from him when he saw other dogs. Using the methods we were taught for introducing him to people and other dogs worked like a charm. His walking skills are excellent. It is such a joy to walk with him no matter the surroundings. The other characteristic we have noticed is that Charlie is so much calmer. He now understands what is expected of him within our family. He understands that we will initiate the playtime and there is no more high pitched barking for attention. If you are having similar problems with your furry family member, we highly recommend enrolling your pet. Brad & Linda read more

Dog Training Camp USA - Pet Training Near Me - Shepherdsville, Kentucky

Melaney and Cory are the real deal. They're not just dog trainers -- they're dog interpreters. Somehow, they just get dogs. Their instincts and experience show in everything they do, and the results speak for themselves. What I appreciate most is that they don't just train your dog and send you on your way -- they genuinely care about your success at home. They're practical, supportive, and give you tools that actually work in the real world (not just in a training yard). If you're serious about making a lasting change with your dog, this is the place. read more

When my chocolate Lab, Raider, was about six months old, I enrolled him in a group training class. It was a disaster. He wouldn't listen, and any attempt to walk him ended with him dragging me around. I actually became known as "the lady the dog walks." We thought putting up a fence would solve everything, but it didn't. We gave him full access to the house and the large backyard, but things only got worse. He would bark at me constantly, jump on me, and even try to climb in my lap while I worked--and keep in mind, he's not a small dog. Raider weighed about 100 pounds, and I couldn't control him. I couldn't even walk him anymore. He'd pull me down the street, lunging at people and dogs--not out of aggression, but because he wanted to say hi and play. I tried walking him with my pockets full of cheese, pleading with him to be gentle, and praying no other dogs or people were in sight. The anxiety was overwhelming--and he sensed it. When we tried to leave the house, he would bolt out the door. His separation anxiety was intense; whenever I left, he'd destroy whatever he could find--usually my son's things. I was frustrated and at a complete loss. One day while we were gone, my mom let him out. Raider adored her, but that day he growled at her, and it scared her. That wasn't the sweet, wild Raider I knew. I realized then something had to change--and fast. I started calling around for help and even booked a few appointments, but ended up canceling them because none of the places felt right. Then my mom told me about Cory and her training business. We went in for a consultation, and from the start, I knew it was the right fit. Cory explained that it would take about three weeks to help Raider and that a board-and-train program would be best. Unlike other places that only offered a week of training focused solely on walking, Cory's program addressed the root behavioral issues. Dropping him off was tough--I was nervous but hopeful. And let me tell you: when we picked him up, I was amazed. I had a different dog. I could walk him again. He was calmer, happier, and the separation anxiety had improved dramatically. Our friends couldn't believe the transformation. I love my new and improved Raider. He's not perfect--walking is still a work in progress--but now we can enjoy him, take him places, and not live in constant stress. If you're on the fence about board-and-train, just do it. Think of it as an investment in your family. If your child needed help, you wouldn't hesitate--and the same should go for your dog. This was absolutely the best decision I made for Raider and for our family. Thank you Cory and Team. read more

Cory and Melaney are top-notched trainers! They are so patient and fun!! Our German Shepherd, Gunnar went to the two week camp when he was 5 months old. He loved it! And stilll loves Saturday class with them and their fantastic assistants! Tammy is one of his favorites! Highly recommended! Thanks Ladies! Gunnar, Gary and I love you!! read more

Dog Training Camp USA - Pet Training Near Me - Shepherdsville, Kentucky

This group is amazing at what they do. I have a younger dog that would get the entire pack upset with her shenanigans. She was constantly picking fights and wouldn't calm down for training. I brought her to this group for training. I chose the 3 week boarding and training package and am so happy I made that choice. I am so happy with the results. My pet is now more confident and calmer. She doesnt feel as if she needs to run around all crazy getting the other dogs all crazy too. She knows what is expected and now the entire pack family is well behaved and calm. The staff are caring and made me feel at ease while they had her. They sent me updates wo times a week with a report cart on what skills she was learning and the field trips she would take to use those skills. I would highly recommend them to any one whether your baby just needs a little bit of guidance or more severe training issues. read more

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My dog had a great experience at Dog Training Camp USA in Shepherdsville. I enrolled her in the 2-week training camp. It was a short 20-minute drive from Louisville to drop her off and pick her up. Cory, Melaney and the entire staff were great to work with. My dog's behavior and confidence improvements are impressive. I highly recommend Dog Training Camp USA, Shepherdsville, KY. read more

Sending our anxious & reactive pup to camp was the best decision I've ever made. My girl is so much more confident and secure at home. The things we learned at camp made it possible to keep our family together. Definitely recommend for any of your training needs! read more

Dog Training Camp USA - Pet Training Near Me - Shepherdsville, Kentucky

Melaney and Cory worked with my English Shepherd, Quinn -- who, let's just say, had strong independent woman energy. They met her where she was and brought out the best in her. They're intuitive, steady, and know how to work with both the dog and the human (because let's be honest, I needed the training too). Thanks to their work, Quinn is still her smart, sassy self -- but now she listens, responds, and thrives with structure. It's not just obedience, it's a total improvement in our relationship. If you've got a confident dog and want real, lasting results at home, Melaney and Cory are the ones to call. read more

I have a reactive German Shepherd and I live in an apartment complex. It's been a nightmare ever since she was a puppy and started having reactivity. I looked for professional help and I had two experiences that didn't work at all, untill I found the Dog Training Camp. My dog spent three weeks with them. She learned a lot and got a lot better. But I still needed to be trained too, so I could know what to do when I was walking her. That's when the group classes changed the whole game! Now I feel safe and confident to walk my dog, because she knows the commands and I know how to handle her. I can say that these amazing group of women changed my life, because now I can enjoy my time with my dog in our walks. read more

They took very good care of my puppy and he came back very well mannered and calm! I loved getting 2 weekly report cards about him updating me on his progress and they always were very prompt to answer any questions I had. read more

I highly recommend this facility if you need help working out difficult behaviors with your dog. I spent a long time talking to Cory on the phone asking all sorts of questions. From the very beginning I felt like she really listened and understood exactly what we needed. They were able to take our dog in right away and get straight to work. He came back home the same, sweet pup but he now has excellent manners. They also showed us how to properly continue with his training at home and it has just really changed the vibe of our house for the better. I am so happy with how the entire process went. read more

great staff, my dog is always really excited to see them. The training is helping my dog's behavior.

I've trained Border collies as search/cadaver dogs for 20 years, I have over 500 hours training at a Department of Homeland Security training center and spent 2 months at Highland K9 detection school. After getting my new BC, I had emergency neck fusion, My pup was under socialized but very sweet. I paid $4000, by the time I got home they called and said they couldn't handle him. It's been 9 months and haven't. my money returned Was promised a refund today I was turned away. The owner emailed me and told me never to set foot on their property again read more

The team here is wonderful! We couldn't be any happier with our experience at Dog Training Camp USA! They love our dogs as their own! Cooper Jayce has stayed multiple times and is always excited to come back! read more

Cory and her team were amazing and I would recommend them to all pet owners looking to train their animals!

I just took my dog Opal in for a consult and i was more than impressed. My dog is extremely unpredictable and gets very aggressive. Opal was practically begging for the trainer to give her attention haha. I was in tears in awe of how she handled Opal. Not once did my dog try to lunge and when she told me to drop her leash I was nervous but Opal did great. During the consultation she was constantly giving me tips and even took her out to walk her around. I felt heard and I feel like I can trust them to do what is best and most beneficial for Opal and I. I cannot wait to see where these next sessions take us read more

Dog Training Camp USA - Pet Training Near Me - Shepherdsville, Kentucky

My wife and I dropped our two young pit mixes off on 2/23/23 for 3 and 4 week training camps. Cory was very nice and really sold us on the training. We were very particular about having open communication about our girls during camp, and received several messages from staff saying our girls were doing great. So, we were very disappointed when we showed up for a check in and one of our girls had visibly been losing weight, and the staff on duty tells us that she has had a hard time adjusting and eating. We immediately pulled them from the camp. We were NEVER able to come to a resolution on payment. Not 6k worth of service if you ask me. The staff was also too hostile on our return meeting for us to even feel comfortable to be shown what our girls had learned. read more