Dog Training in Longville, LA — Obedience, Manners & Confidence

 Serving families from Longville, Lake Charles, Sulphur, Moss Bluff, and DeRidder with positive reinforcement training programs that build better dogs and happier families.

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🌳 Positive, Proven Training at Our Longville Retreat

At Barks & Wildlife Retreat – Longville, LA, training takes place in a peaceful countryside environment where dogs feel relaxed, focused, and supported.

Our trainers use positive reinforcement techniques to teach obedience, manners, and confidence — helping every pup thrive, from playful puppies to older dogs needing new skills.

🏆 Training Programs at Longville, LA 🏆

Help your pup learn new skills and grow in confidence with professional training in a safe, caring environment.

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Behavioral Focus

$150+

Board & Train

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$1,450+

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Puppy Basics

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$95+

Obedience Training

$110+

Essential commands like sit, stay, come, leash walking, and recall — building a reliable foundation for well-behaved dogs.

Socialization, potty training, crate training, and beginner manners for pups as young as 12 weeks.

Immersive, multi-day training during your dog’s boarding stay — combining care and learning for powerful results.

Confidence building, reducing anxiety, improving focus, and addressing problem behaviors in a positive way.

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🐾 Puppy Basics

Start your pup off on the right paw.

  • Foundation skills like sit, stay, come, and leash manners

  • Early socialization to build confidence

  • Guidance for potty training, crate training, and everyday routines

$95 per private 1-hour session
$425 for a 5-session package (save $50)
$275 for a 6-week small group course

Perfect for dogs under 6 months old.

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🐾 Obedience Training

Build reliable manners for everyday life.

  • Commands such as sit, stay, down, and recall

  • Loose-leash walking and polite greetings

  • Training that helps your dog listen at home and in public

$110 per private 1-hour session
$500 for a 5-session package
$300 for a 6-week group course

Ideal for adolescent or adult dogs ready to learn or refine their skills.

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🐾 Behavioral Focus (Case-by-Case)

Solutions for life’s toughest challenges.

  • Help with jumping, barking, chewing, and pulling

  • Support for reactivity, anxiety, or aggression

  • Customized training plan after a one-on-one evaluation

$150 for an initial 90-minute evaluation
$125 per follow-up session
$350 for a 3-session package

Tailored for dogs with specific challenges that go beyond basic manners.

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🐾 Board & Train (Immersive Programs)

An immersive training retreat for your dog with daily professional training sessions while your dog boards with us, hands-on owner lessons so skills transfer back home, and our retreat setting designed for focus, fun, and plenty of tail wags.

  • 1-Week Tune-Up: $1,450 (covers basic manners, leash, recall)

  • 2-Week Foundations: $2,495 (full obedience set, daily lessons, socialization, 1 private owner session)

  • 3-Week Advanced: $3,495 (includes obedience + behavior shaping, public outings, 2 private owner sessions, lifetime phone/email support)

Great for busy families who want consistent results and lasting habits.

🐾 Add-On Training Sessions
(During Boarding/Daycare)

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Add-On Trainings

$30

Keep your dog sharp during their stay with short daily sessions to reinforce existing skills.

Choose 2 or 3 of the following items for training sessions to focus on during your stay:

  1. Sit – The most fundamental command. Helps calm excited dogs and sets up good manners.

  2. Stay – Keeps your dog in place until released, essential for safety and control.

  3. Come (Recall) – Arguably the most important. Ensures your dog returns to you immediately, even with distractions.

  4. Down (Lie Down) – Promotes calmness and gives control in busy or overstimulating settings.

  5. Leave It – Prevents dogs from picking up or interacting with unsafe or unwanted objects.

  6. Drop It – Teaches dogs to release items from their mouth (helpful for toys, socks, or dangerous items).

  7. Heel (or Loose-Leash Walking) – Encourages polite walking without pulling, making walks enjoyable.

  8. Wait – A pause command for doorways, car exits, or meals; adds impulse control.

  9. Off – Prevents jumping on people or furniture; establishes respectful boundaries.

  10. Place (Go to Bed/Mat) – Sends your dog to a designated spot; great for calming them during meals, guests arriving, or downtime.

$30 per single refresher session
$99 for a 5-session boarding package

Not for learning new behaviors — just polishing what your pup already knows.

❓ Training FAQs – Longville, LA

Q: What training methods do you use?

A: Only positive reinforcement — rewarding good behavior to build confidence and consistency.

Q: Can I add training to daycare?

A: Absolutely. Many families book daycare + training for convenience and faster progress.

Q: How old does my puppy need to be?

A: Training starts as early as 12 weeks, once fully vaccinated.

Q: Do you offer custom programs for problem behaviors?

A: Yes, we can personalize training for leash manners, recall, focus, and other specific needs.

Q: Do you offer Board & Train programs?

A: Yes! Your dog can learn obedience and manners while boarding, giving them consistent practice in a retreat setting.

🐶 Start Training at Our SWLA Retreat Today

Let’s get your best friend acting like one!