We had the best experience with Bark Tutor 3 week Day Training program, especially working with Madison as our trainer!! Kayla was also fantastic during our time there. Ruby is our rambunctious 3-month-old golden retriever and they helped her become much more self-regulating, polite, and confident--it feels like we have a much happier and secure puppy now. Madison worked with her on all the essentials--basic commands, leash manners, and appropriate behavior in new environments--but what really stood out was how thoughtfully they approached real-life situations. They helped her learn how to walk calmly, settle herself, and even confidently handle outings into stores and unfamiliar settings. They clearly understand how to help support a well-adjusted, secure dog. We feel so much more confident as owners, too. Couldn't recommend Bark Tutor Training more highly! read more

Our goofy, 3-year-old supermutt loves Bark Tutor so much. It's a bit different than other training and daycare spots, with a targeted focus on puppies and younger dogs and a much smaller space. Most of the dogs here are learning how to be dogs! But if you've got new young puppers in your family, this is the place to take them. The trainers and staff are extremely helpful and knowledgeable and genuinely love all of the doggos so much. They get a very good read on their personalities in the small group setting, and mix and group dogs accordingly in different spaces while also allowing time for breaks and hydration. The space is always super clean and inviting, with big windows in the front to see the main play area. Our dog Oliver is a very assertive player, and they always make sure he gets to play his way -- even if it's with the staff! If I'm honest, our guy has probably aged out of Bark Tutor, but we keep bringing him back because it's his favorite place in the world. He's been to daycare at many other places in and out of town, but nothing gets his bottom wiggling like a day at Bark Tutor. read more

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Wonderful experience. Friendly staff, clean facility. Our puppy has been well cared for and trained exceedingly well. Kayla is an awesome trainer. Helpful and out puppy loves her. read more

Bark Tutor (especially Kayla) was incredible! Our dog, Rosie, learned so many commands and even some fun tricks during her three weeks at the program. It is expensive, but well worth it. The private lessons that come with the program helped to give us the confidence to continue training at home and ensure her skills remained :) read more

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My pup Mulligan had the BEST experience at Bark Tutor! He went for the 3 week puppy training and after one week had already learned so much! Each day you also get a report card with info on how they did and photos of them playing. The trainers also meet with you 2 times a week to show you what your dog has learned and help to train you on how to do the commands.. Even after the 3 weeks are up, they check back with you to see if you have any additional concerns/issues. I would 100% recommend them for puppy training! Our trainer, Taylor, was the best :) read more

Bark Tutor - Mulligan on "graduation day" from Bark Tutor :) - Pet Training Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I could not recommend a better place to send your dog for school! When we adopted our dog Ivy, we realized she was going to need some work. She was over a year old but had no formal training and still acted like a full blown puppy. We called Bark Tutor, and they were able to immediately answer all our questions! They allowed us to schedule her for a 3 week day camp over the phone; we just needed to send them her vet records. Once she got started, we were assigned a trainer. Nick did an amazing job and was really able to read what she needed as she picked up on training pretty quickly. The first private session you tell your trainer what three goals you really want to make for your dog and that will be their main focus for the 3 weeks. He went at her pace instead of making her stay on one task when she already had it mastered which was super nice! They give you 7 private lessons when you come pick your dog up in the afternoons and have you practice in real environments (i.e. the neighborhood streets, Pet Supplies Plus, and near the Vet office). Nick provided us with all the supplemental material we needed! They allow your dog to participate in play groups during the day as well to give them a mental break. We had never had Ivy in a large playgroup before, so it was nice to get a professionals perspective on her play style and what to recognize as good and bad play behavior. At the end of the 3 weeks, you still have access to all the supplemental material and your dog graduates! They take a cute photo of them in a cap. During the 3 weeks they covered everything from sit, stay, down, place commands to all aspects of leash walking. The 3 week program is a little pricey at a little over $800, but the results you get from the experience are priceless! And if that's too expensive, they also offer a 1 week program. read more

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Great trainers! Kylee was more than willing to share lots of helpful info with me and my dog before our session even started. She had lots of original suggestions and smart insights that none of the other trainers I've consulted have had. It's clear that Kylee is in this business not just for the money but for her love of dogs. I would not hesitate to recommend bark tutors to any dog owner! A+ read more

Outstanding all around experience here. Staff was top notch and truly made our puppies 3 week experience beneficial and enjoyable. Mark Blessing was a very dedicated and trusted resource for our puppies obedience training. We would highly recommend Mark and the Bark Tudor staff and look forward to future day care visits! Thanks again BT!! read more

Hudson went to dog school all day from 8-5 this week, and was trained one on one for 1-2 hours a day. Wow, what a difference a week makes. He has 2 more weeks to go, and so far so good. Bark Tutor School for Dogs is wonderful and everyone there is so kind and sweet. It so great that they train in a positive way and are NOT hard handed. I love how patient Brittany is with our boy and it helps that she owns a couple of GSDs and understands the breed. Good job Hudson!!! read more

Bark Tutor - Hudson smiling after a day of playing and learning good manners - Pet Training Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Kayla at Bark Tutor is amazing. She was so patient with me and Roxie. The entire staff is very friendly. I highly recommend Kayla and Bark Tutor for dog training needs. read more

Spent 15 mins filling out enrollment just to get an reply a week later saying my enrollment was canceled when i asked why he stated i didn't reply to his email which i didn't get but besides that what was the purpose of me leaving me cell and office number on there for you to call this place full of i could of used this time to find a serious school and customer service horrible read more

Bark Tutor - Pet Training Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We took our puppy there for training. The training classes were good, but we now have a puppy with kennel cough and intestinal parasites. Our dog was fully vaccinated prior to going to school there. The facility is cramped and unclean. Do not take your dog here! The management did not care about our dog and will not credit us anything to help with the vet bills. We have other dogs in our home who are starting to show signs of the cough and will need treatment, most likely. read more

Paige did an amazing job helping train our dog Juno. They schedule 2 individual training sessions per week during the day school program where they ask your concerns and help you understand how to reinforce good behaviors at home. They fill up quickly and rightfully so. Juno has learned so much in such a short time; highly recommend! read more

As far as puppy schools go, I can't imagine finding a better place to send your dog for training than Bark Tutor. First of all, they are so accommodating. We had to keep postponing our start date for our puppy and all it took was a quick phone call and reschedule. Also, one day I was sick and couldn't bring him in, and another we were going out of town, so they just tacked 2 extra "make up" days on at the end to equate to the full 3 weeks of training. The staff in general are so nice and great with the dogs. I knew I was leaving my new puppy in good hands. We brought our 4 month old Cavapoo for the 3-week day school. It might seem expensive, but it was so worth it. 1) The training itself is outstanding. Before bringing him in basically all he knew was "sit." Now he knows sit, down, stay, come, and leave it. He waits at doorways with a simple "Wait" followed by "let's go." These commands make your every day life with your new dog so much less frustrating. We were so happy with the trainers themselves as well, and I could tell that my puppy really enjoyed working with them. 2) He got a ton of socialization with other dogs that we couldn't provide at home. He's little so this was great for him to not be scared of bigger dogs. 3) He was so tired at the end of the day! Picking up a tired puppy and having a quiet evening cannot be underestimated. We can't wait to bring our puppy back in a few months for higher level classes! read more

As first-time dog owners, my fiancé and I knew right when we got our pup that we'd need assistance in not only training him but more importantly training us. Bark Tutor came highly recommended and we are so glad we chose to enroll Ralston in their puppy Pre-k. He is a vizsla, very high energy, and beyond the typical tricks and behavior shaping, we needed to learn how to properly expend his energy. Bark Tutor did just that. He still has his puppy tendencies, of course, but now we have a better understanding of how to work out with him and keep him a happy dog. The short instructional sessions every other day were necessary and so helpful. Ralston loved playing with the other dogs, and the trainers took great care of him. It's also a nice day care option, even though we have yet to take advantage of it, because only alumni are allowed and they do continue with some of the training and expectations he had while in the training program. We are looking forward to returning for the four extra sessions we receive, which is an added bonus to the pre-k program. read more

After getting several recommendations for dog training, my husband and I decided to bring our young female Scottish terrier to Bark Tutor for training. After a brief game of phone tag we were signed up for Puppy classes. They offer discounts the more classes you purchase, so consider how many sessions you'll want to attend. Classes are offered in the evening nearly every day of the week to accommodate your schedule. Our puppy class, taught by Deb, was four weekly one hour classes that helped us socialize our pup and teach basic commands. As with anything like this, you'll need to put in a lot of work outside of class to help your pooch solidify their skills. I felt like our dog really benefitted from this class, and it was money well spent! I will say this: everything depends on the teacher. Our second round of classes, Family Manners 1, was not nearly as beneficial due to our teacher. We didn't really learn anything new, he did not offer much guidance and taught things that our first teacher specifically warned us against. I really felt like we didn't get our money worth with this teacher. I was very disappointed. Luckily there are a few teachers that lead each level of classes, so feel free to message me if you'd like my recommendation. We are signed up for another four week class and look forward to helping our pup learn more skills! read more

We brought our four month old cockapoo for training and we couldn't be happier about the work that they do! When you walk in for the first time, you may be surprised by the big dogs jumping around the front of the facility or the dogs on tethers (but, for farm kids like me, it's no big deal)...but you quickly see why it's important for each dog to be separated and in a position to learn. The staff is smart, caring, completely in love with the dogs, and does a wonderful job connecting with a scattered stubborn puppy. Definite mention of the two trainers, Michelle an Adrienne. Adrienne did most of the work with our puppy, and she really motivated him. We definitely plan to bring him back for some refresher courses in the future. read more

I'm currently enrolled in the Family Manners series with my 2.5 year old recently adopted pup. This was good for me since I've only had my dog a few months and he didn't have any skills. The class is very basic meaning you learn name recognition, sit, stay, down, leave it, and come. I will say that when the class is full (meaning 8 dogs and families) it can be hard to focus for both you and your dog. The distraction is good to hone in on the specific skills, but I have wasted an hour there when I couldn't get my dog to focus. I think that a smaller class size may be more ideal for truly new animals. read more

We took our 3 month old puppy, Louis, here for training in the puppy day school. We were so incredibly impressed. While it may seem expensive at first, if you shop around and consider the prices for just a dog walker every day for four weeks, they're fairly comparable - and that doesn't include the awesome training you get at Bark Tutor. I loved the fact that I could drop off my dog in the morning on my way to work and pick him up afterwards. The "transition lesson" upon pickup was a nice touch - it helped me feel involved and gave me a good idea of what to practice. The staff was incredibly friendly throughout the class and more than willing to work with us when our dog got sick for three days. They were super patient with Louis and helped internalize a lot of good behaviors. He knows a lot of basic commands after the puppy school: sit, down, stay, polite behavior at doorways, and other important things. The most important thing to make this worth your money is doing the "homework" at home. They do a good job in transition lessons letting you know what you need to work on with your dog; ignore it, and you won't get the results you want! read more

One of life's best pleasures is the friendship of a canine. For me, a house just doesn't feel like a home without a dog. Loyal, compassionate, hardworking, there are many reasons they call him 'man's best friend.' But unfortunately, Fido doesn't develop these endearing characteristics naturally. The puppy period is the most critical time in a dog's development and investing dedication and discipline will yield years of happiness, for both species involved. Bark Tutor gets this, and they are fantastic with both the animals and the owners. When my wife and I decided our home was ready for a pooch of our own, we both agreed that our best course of action was to enroll in a local puppy class. We read some training books, browsed online videos and blogs, but once we got our pup in the class, we both immediately realized how beneficial this was for the development and social needs for our puppy. To to see how training is done right - in person, then doing it with the coaches at Bark Tutor is the by far the best way to learn how to train a dog right. The staff is great; Debbie, one of the instructors, is awesome with explaining not only how to teach different behaviors, but why they are important and the cues your dog will give you for feedback. She is great with managing all the different breeds and behaviors in the group, and keeps everyone in check during play time. The prices are reasonable compared to others in the area, classes can also be bundled for multi class discounts. After finishing the Puppy Kindergarten class, we are starting the Family Manners 1, then 2. They also offer an AKC Canine Good Citizens class for advanced dogs. In addition to the group and private classes, Bark Tutor also has doggy day-care, which we have heard good things about. We plan to complete all the classes and use the skills for a long, healthy life for our Scottish terrier, not to mention for the well-being and of the owners too... Check them out, great location and awesome service. You and your dog will both be happy you did. read more

This is a truly wonderful location to have your dog trained! My little pup loved it and he has learned a lot over the three-week program. Britney is an especially gifted trainer and I'm really quite grateful for their time and effort with my dog! read more

I would not recommend this as a training option for dogs. It was an awful experience for my dog and I. It was over priced and the staff was not qualified to work with my dog. The environment is not conducive for a dog to learn. I would not take a dog to this facility. read more

Our sweet rescue dog, Rosie, came to us with a few issues left over from her previous life. After only one week in the adult day school program she's made incredible progress!! We appreciate the whole staff and especially Melissa, Rosie's trainer. Melissa sets clear expectations with Rosie and helps her succeed with the perfect mix of firmness and positive reinforcement. Our individual lessons with her make it easy to help Rosie continue her progress at home. Thanks Melissa and Bark Tutor! read more

Our little boxer puppy loves Bark Tutor! She went through puppy training, and we have kept her in day care regularly. She loves going and is so happy to be dropped off and is happy and exhausted when picked up. The staff is so loving to her, and we appreciate all they do to make her feel special. Thank you, Zach, and Bark Tutor staff. read more

Disappointed that when I told Bark Tutor that my flat coated retriever had leash aggression they would not accept him for training. Seem that only well behaved dogs need apply. read more

I recently rescued an abused 2 yr old sweet pup that is very smart but traumatized, his main issue is control on a leash, and pulling. I wanted to make sure he would learn to walk on a leash w/o the pulling so he would be safe on walks. he knew a few basic commands prior to going to high school and was well behaved at home. But hated the leash and hated any containment as he had past issues w/ abuse, tethering and live trapping. all of this information was given to the staff prior to me enrolling him in the program as well as at check in the first morning. I am very much a worried mom and very comforting to my babies. I am very disappointed as every time I went to pick him up he was kept from me in distress while they explained lessons leading to increased anxiety for him, and him choking attempting to get to me. I was distressed the most on the third day when I picked him up and finally being very worried about his anxiety attempting to get to me, I asked them to let him come to me while they explained his lessons, to which I was told "my coddling my dog was leading to his increased seperation anxiety". (I beg to differ as my dog was unable to trust humans and is only now starting to after only 2 short months of me working on it at home w/ him) At any rate I was then informed that he had a "bad day was very stressed so they hadn't worked w/ him as much that day as they'd wanted and crated him to allow him to calm down." CALM DOWN!!!! really???? crate him to calm him??!!! he who had to be live trapped, he who has worn down front canines due to being tethered/crated and restrained during his first 2 yrs of life w/ abuse, was crated to CALM him?? yet they had 2 emergency contact numbers to call to be able to pick him up and take him to the "coddling household" that I don't know MIGHT just be more comforting than a CAGE!!!!!!!!! needless to say my dog now has a nose w/ his skin worn off and nicks in it from chewing at the crate attempting to get free. I was told "it might be best if he takes a break for a while". With that suggestion I definitely agree, the break will be permanent. The staff are very nice, sweet people, I think they used very poor judgement and obviously did not listen to me on the numerous times that I stated that he was abused and had very bad experiences w/ being contained. they should have called the emergency number for us to pick him up so that the efforts made so far regaining his trust weren't abolished in just a few days due to lack of patience and cookie cutter techniques. For future school attendees the staff should call the owners and at the very least give them the option to pick their pups up rather than crate them and loose their trust. Also don't be patronizing and condescending thanking me for rescuing my dog. I've always had rescues I don't do it for the thanks i do it b/c I love them and they deserve a good loving "coddling" home. read more