Lerner and Pooch | Training for Small Breeds
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Introduction
Lerner and Pooch
Training Small Dogs With Big Personalities™
Voted South Florida’s top choice for small breed dog training, Lerner and Pooch delivers one-of-a-kind, in-home training tailored to the unique personality and pace of your furry companion. Our expert trainers craft fully customized programs designed to elevate your relationship with your pet—ensuring lasting results, a harmonious home, and a pooch who thrives without losing their spark.
We specialize exclusively in small breeds of all ages, using leading behavior science and positive reinforcement with thoughtful adjustments that work for real families in real homes.
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Let’s build better behavior, together.
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Past Customer
Mar 28, 2025
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From Google
Roman worked with us on training our two Norwich terriers. They both improve their eating habits, walking habits and general behavior. He explained this was the start of a Journey with these two dogs. So far so good.
Lerner and Pooch | Training for Small Breeds's reply
Bruce, you and your wife make a great team! Thank you for your kind words!
Past Customer
Mar 6, 2025
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From Google
From Google
We hired Lerner and Pooch to help train our new male Bichon Frise puppy. As cute as he is, our Bichon was nipping our children, going potty all over the house, grazing his food and pulling his leash during walks. Romans structured dog training program helped transform our puppy into a contributing member of the family who understands that we are his leaders. He now follows training commands and crate commands, eats on command, is much better with potty time, and is great on walks. Overall, he has developed good dog etiquette. Its a process raising a well-balanced pet with an active family and Roman provided us with the tools to succeed for his lifetime. We would highly recommend Lerner and Pooch!
Lerner and Pooch | Training for Small Breeds's reply
Danielle, it was amazing to see your family come together to train your pup. Your kids did so well!
Past Customer
Mar 4, 2025
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From Google
From Google
Roman was absolutely amazing. We learned so much from him and how to train our puppy properly!He always took his time and answered all of our questions and always encouraged us to reach out anytime for any reason.I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs help with training their dog!Our puppy has learnt a lot only at 4 months and we are very happy with the progress!
Past Customer
Feb 27, 2025
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From Google
From Google
Roman has been a great help with our dogs, guiding us through their eating habits, sleeping, and their overall behavior. He makes sure we understand, and encourages open communication. We couldnt recommend a better trainer!
Past Customer
Jan 24, 2025
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From Google
From Google
2024 was a horrible year. My dad and I lost the love of our lives; my beloved mother. But we werent the only ones who suffered tremendous loss. Our 3 year old Maltese, Honey, also felt the impacts of mom no longer being with us, and as Roman pointed out from the beginning, Honey felt the pressure to take over as the Alpha of our shrinking pack. She was peeing all over the house, and it got to the point where dad was seriously considering rehoming our beloved little Honey. After careful research and speaking to Roman, we were confident in his ability to get Honey to be the best girl she can be. In a short 6 weeks, Honey relearned how to function in our family. She is a lot less anxious, and most importantly no longer pees where shes not supposed to. When you hire Roman to help your doggie, 20% of the experience is training the dog, and 80% of the experience is training you on how to command respect and obedience from your dog. Just like in golf, you wont have a good shot, if youre not willing to follow through on your swing. YOU HAVE TO DO THE WORK. Take it seriously, because if you dont, neither will your dog. Roman provides lesson plans in a book for review, as well as homework assignments to reinforce the lessons. I am so impressed with Honeys turn around. Roman, thank you so much for not only helping our dog, but also for being a friend who never ignored our emotions, heightened of course because of moms passing, in training our baby. 10/10 would recommend to anyone and everyone, especially those who have experienced major life changes that have an impact on your fur baby.
Lerner and Pooch | Training for Small Breeds's reply
You and your father teaming up and providing all the love, effort, and patience Honey needed to succeed was heartwarming Elysha!!
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