Clearwater Dog Training
1446 Estes St, Lakewood, CO 80215
Overview
Clearwater Dog Training is a Lakewood, CO-based dog training facility established in 1996, offering board and train services, doggie day camp, puppy training, and obedience training. They specialize in rescue dog training and behavioral issues, using positive reinforcement techniques combined with holistic methods like Reiki. The woman-owned, family business has trained over 10,000 dogs and offers complimentary evaluations and $25 off any package.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHPP
Policies & Details
Care & Play
Extras
What Reviews Say
90 reviews analyzedClearwater Dog Training is highly regarded for its 'balanced' training approach, specifically excelling in rehabilitating reactive and difficult rescue dogs. Owners Gina and Tom are frequently praised for their deep understanding of canine psychology and their commitment to teaching owners how to lead their pets. While the vast majority of feedback is glowing, a small minority of reviews mention a firm, sometimes 'militant' training style that may not suit every owner's temperament or specific breed needs.
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Worth noting
Uncontrolled introduction of puppies to a reactive dog without owner consent
“Gina, let three puppies into the room without my consent. My dog felt threatened and immediately backed into a corner and displayed her teeth.”
Trainer temperament/aggression concerns
“Tom seemed unable to control himself, and raised his voice during every training session... my dog and I became extremely agitated.”
Training style/Temperament(2 mentions)
“Raised voices and intimidation should never be part of the learning experience.”
Breed-specific expertise
“They acknowledged they didn’t have experience with our breeds and tried to train them like Belgian Malinois or German Shepards.”
State Licensed
Colorado PACFA Registry
Cross-referenced with Colorado’s Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA) database. This facility holds an active state license.
Top Rated
4.8 stars from 88+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 88 reviews.
At a Glance
Min puppy age
8 months
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