We provide In-Home Private Dog Training & Behavior Modification services in Tampa Bay

If you have found yourself on this website, you probably agree that having a dog in your family can be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever be lucky enough to have! Your dog is a member of your family and they are capable of so much. Our dogs are capable of exceling at levels almost unimaginable but they to need to be shown how to through precise and clear communication. This is where the utilization of structure in training comes into play, and we are here to lend a paw. We offer in-home, customized private training programs for dogs who may need a little more one-on-one than your typical group training classes, and we have something for everyone and their dogs suited to their specific needs. Cassie specializes in pet dog training, sport dog training (including beginner agility and disc dog), trick dog training and some behavior modification training as well including issues like dog reactivity and resource guarding. When it comes to dog training, we believe in prioritizing the canine / human relationship above all else, and we also have experience working with both service and sport dogs, and offer reward-based customized training programs that have been tailored to meet both you and your pup’s individual needs. Contact us today to schedule a time to set up your first FREE phone consultation via text and get started on your dog training journey with us!

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Why choose Ohana Dog Training, you may ask?

See what our clients have to say about our training programs below!

An uncommon and comfortable presence on the set.

Cassie Kennedy, while an exquisite trainer, brings an uncommon and comfortable presence on the set. It shows in her work as her dogs are better trained than most actors I’ve ever worked with.

Paul Wilson

Actor

I learned a lot.

Cassie is very knowledgeable and courteous. I learned a lot and enjoyed the training. A huge lesson.

Vicky Smith

Client

Cassie is the best!

Cassie is the best! Our dog Mojo loves it here ❤️ He’s doing AKC STAR puppy class now, and we plan to take many more classes with Cassie in the future!

Claire B

Client

I recommend Ohana dog training to anybody!

Cassie helped me and zara tremendously!! Zara was leash aggressive and barrier aggressive and Cassie helped zara overcome all the things she was afraid of. Zara would pull me half way down the street on a leash, bark and lunge and any dog or person she saw and now I can walk past people and not feel embarrassed. 5 day board and train with Cassie was well worth it! I recommend Ohana dog training to anybody who ever needs help with their pet. Cassie is a life changer!

Alivia Matthe

Client

Wonderful and friendly people!

Wonderful and friendly people. Our pup was one happy guy and enjoyed his stay here. He wasn’t cooped up all day. He was able to run, jump, and play with other dogs out in the open. His kennel offered him the freedom to stay in or go outside in his own area. Daily videos and pics were sent to us without us having to ask. We definitely will be repeat customers and would recommend to our family and friends. Thank you! Parents of Enzo the Goldendoodle

Joanne Killam

Client

Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value.

Cassie at Ohana Dog Training helped my dog and I in so many ways. I loved my dog Stella but she was getting out of control. I knew I wasn’t doing something right with her but it seemed like nothing was working to help her get on the right track. I went to many sessions of dog training classes and even had a dog trainer come do sessions at my house to help train the both of us. But nothing was working. Stella still was slightly aggressive, would pull so hard on walks she would pull me down and would refuse to poop and pee outside and would go all over my house.

I had a coworker whose neighbors sent their dog Ohana Dog Training to work with Cassie for a week. She said her neighbors dog came back like a new dog and she got me the information. I figured it was worth a try because even though I loved Stella so much I was almost to the point of re-homing her because she was just too much. I scheduled a 7 day training for Stella where they focused on the things above. Cassie would send me videos throughout the week and I could not believe how well my dog was listening. When I went to pick her up Cassie even showed me how I could continue everything at home. Stella is truly like a new dog! She has not been aggressive, she rarely pulls on our walks anymore, and she has not gone to the bathroom in my house in the 4 weeks since she worked with Cassie. Sending Stella to Ohana Dog Training was truly the best decision I could have made because it has made life so much better for Stella and I! I can not recommend their services enough!

Carla Brunini

Client

Thank you Cassie!

Cassie visited our school for a private show and it was so amazing! Our children really enjoyed and had a blast! She was so incredibly sweet and it is very clear that her dogs love her so much. They were so well-behaved and fun to watch! We hope to host them again in the future! Thank you Cassie, Stoke, Tiki, & Ren!

Christina Godette

School Director

Cassie is amazing!

Cassie is amazing! My puppy stayed with her for 10 nights for a board and train and she sent us video/picture updates everyday of his progress! After picking him up and bringing him home I can already see the difference. My husband and I will for sure come back for classes to continue❤️👏🏼

Elizabeth Moore

Client

Ohana Dog Training offers in-home personalized training programs which provide foundation training and skills for your canine companion in the areas of basic obedience, agility, disc dog, trick dogs, and even service dogs. We utilize a positive-based approach to training tailored to work for you and for your individual dog. We ALWAYS make it our highest priority to make sure your pup is comfortable and happy working at all times with any of our trainers. Cassie Kennedy believes in training the dog in front of you, and emphasizes focus on building both structure AND building an individual relationship with your canine companion.

She believes in giving you all the tools you may need to empower you as the pet parent, and is a graduate of Animal Behavior College’s Dog Training Certification program. They also are an AKC Certified Evaluator for STAR Puppy, Canine Good Citizen & Trick Dog Titling. Cassie has completed further courses on dog behavior including Michael Shikashio’s “Aggression In Dogs Master Course” and is also a Certified Trick Dog Instructor through Kyra Sundance’s “Do More With Your Dog” program. They have six years of experience working with dogs professionally, and over ten years of hands-on experience working with their own dogs at a personal hobbyist level. It was through this that a passion for more professional training and advancement of learning and skills grew.

With a background of training dogs for the commercial and film industry, Cassie also trains dogs for numerous competitive dog sports and is a seasoned competitor and performer in many dog sports including agility, canine freestyle, flying disc, dock diving and herding. She has competed with her dogs on a national and world level in both flying disc and dock diving for over four years. Her Border Collie, Renegade, has also competed at the Purina Incredible Dog Challenge Eastern Regional Championship Qualifiers in Clearwater, FL.

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CONTACT US

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HOURS: Sunday through Tuesday (8am – 6pm)

EMAIL: alohabcs@gmail.com

FACEBOOK: Ohana Dog Training

INSTAGRAM: @ohanadogtraining

ROVER: @cassiekwhereyourdogisfamily

TEXT MESSAGE: 813-315-5926

Private Sessions are held on pre-determined mornings, afternoons or evenings by appointment only.

Be sure to contact us if you have any questions about training or wish to set up your evaluation today!