Our Services
Private, in-home puppy and dog training tailored to your pup's needs.
Every session is 1 hour in length and takes place in your home or at a nearby park. We offer flexible packages to fit your schedule and goals.
AKC Testing
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
A positive approach to Puppy Training. We are certified AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy evaluators.
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
An evaluation that your dog is under good control and appears to be safe around other people and dogs.
AKC Community Canine (CGCA)
An advanced CGC test conducted in real-world community settings — parks, pet-friendly stores, and busy public environments.
AKC Urban CGC
Evaluates your dog's ability to navigate city-specific challenges including traffic, crowds, elevators, and urban distractions.
PAT — Public Access Test
The final evaluation confirming your dog is safe, under control, and appropriate for access in public spaces.
Water Safety
At Star Puppy Academy, water safety is a top priority. We teach your pup to recognize and locate the pool stairs, ensuring they can safely enter and exit the water. Our training sessions make water activities enjoyable by incorporating a variety of enrichment toys, turning learning into a fun and engaging experience for your furry friend.
Water sessions can be combined with the 10 session package.
Emotional Support Service Dog Training
At Star Puppy Academy, we help prepare your dog to become a certified Emotional Support Animal (ESA). Our training focuses on building the calm, reliable behavior needed to provide comfort and support in everyday situations. Whether at home or in public, your ESA will be trained to respond to your emotional needs with consistency and care.
Calm & Focused Behavior
We train your dog to remain calm and attentive in a variety of environments and situations.
Emotional Responsiveness
Your dog will learn to recognize and respond to emotional cues, providing comfort when you need it most.
Public Manners
We ensure your ESA is well-mannered and under control around other people and animals.
Personalized Training Plan
Every dog and handler is different — we tailor the program to your specific needs and lifestyle.
The 5 Required Tests
To earn Emotional Support Animal certification through Star Puppy Academy, your dog must successfully pass all 5 of the following official evaluations. Each test builds on the last — and not every dog will qualify for all of them. Our trainers will guide you through each stage honestly and thoroughly.
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
The foundation test. S.T.A.R. stands for Socialization, Training, Activity, and Responsibility. This evaluation confirms your dog has received basic training and socialization during their early development.
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
The CGC test evaluates that your dog is well-mannered in the community — accepting a friendly stranger, sitting politely for petting, walking on a loose leash, and responding reliably to basic commands.
AKC Community Canine (CGCA)
An advanced CGC test conducted in a real-world community setting. Dogs must demonstrate excellent manners in public environments such as parks, pet-friendly stores, and busy sidewalks.
AKC Urban CGC
Designed for dogs living and working in urban environments. This test evaluates your dog's ability to navigate city-specific challenges — traffic, crowds, elevators, escalators, and other urban distractions.
PAT — Public Access Test
The final evaluation. The Public Access Test confirms your dog is safe, under control, and appropriate for access in public spaces. Passing this test is required for full ESA certification and Public Access documentation.
Upon Successful Completion
Dogs who pass all 5 tests will receive an official completion kit containing all documentation required for Public Access. This kit includes your dog's certification paperwork, identification card, and the supporting documents needed to exercise your ESA's public access rights with confidence.
Not Every Dog Will Pass — And That's Okay
We believe in honesty above all else. Not every dog has the temperament or drive required to succeed as an Emotional Support Animal, and that is completely normal. Factors such as anxiety, reactivity, age, health, and prior experiences can all affect a dog's ability to meet the required standards. Our trainers will give you an honest assessment of your dog's potential early in the process. If your dog is not a good candidate, we will let you know — and we will never push a dog through a program they are not suited for. The safety and well-being of both you and your dog always come first.
Contact us to schedule an initial temperament evaluation and learn whether ESA training is the right path for your dog.
Expectant Parents with a Pup?
Prepare Your Dog Before Baby Comes Home
Bringing a newborn home is one of life's biggest moments — and it can be a big adjustment for your dog too. We help expectant parents prepare their pup in advance so the transition is calm, safe, and positive for everyone in the family.
Starting training before the baby arrives gives your dog time to learn new boundaries, adjust to new sounds and smells, and build the calm, reliable behavior that makes life with a newborn so much easier.
Boundary Training
Teach your dog which spaces are off-limits and how to settle calmly in their own area.
Desensitization to Baby Sounds
Gradually introduce your pup to the sounds of a baby — crying, toys, and equipment — so nothing is startling on day one.
Leash & Impulse Control
Ensure your dog walks calmly and doesn't jump or pull when you're carrying or pushing a stroller.
Calm Greetings
Practice polite, gentle greetings so your dog knows how to behave around the newest family member.
Obedience Refresher
Reinforce sit, stay, down, and leave it — the commands that matter most when your hands are full.
Don't wait until baby is home. The best time to start is now.
Contact us to schedule a pre-baby training consultation.
Payment & Policies
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Training Packages
One Session
$180
Perfect for a quick tune-up or to see if private training is right for your pup.
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$650
Our most popular package — comprehensive training covering all basic obedience commands.
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All pups must be up to date on vaccinations prior to beginning training sessions.