The Thinking Dog

The Thinking Dog offers a unique approach to canine care and training, focusing on developing well-behaved and confident dogs. Their philosophy centers on teaching dogs to make good decisions, ensuring they are safe, happy, and enjoyable companions. With over 60 years of family experience, they provide a proven system that emphasizes clear communication and balanced leadership, fostering a trusting relationship between dog and owner.

Key services include:

Training Focused Programs

• Puppy Foundation Training: Prevent undesirable behaviors from the start with proven in-home training.
• Private Obedience Training: Tailored lessons for individual needs, conducted in-home, at parks, or at their training center.
• Group Obedience Training: Teaches fundamentals for good decision-making, attention, and basic commands.
• Advanced Training: Intermediate and Rally classes for dogs ready for competition.
• Aggressive Dog Rehabilitation: Addressing the root causes of aggressive behavior.

Their Doggy Daycare program is Houston's original, integrating training, games, activities, and social skill-building. It's designed to keep intelligent and independent dogs social, structured, challenged, and balanced. For those seeking an intensive training experience, the Board and Prep Program offers a jump-start where dogs live in a home training environment with a professional for 7-14 days, focusing on fundamental life skills and expected home behavior.