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About
If your dog pulls on the leash, ignores commands, jumps on guests, or shows reactivity, we build reliable obedience you can trust at home and in public.
We specialize in real behavior change, not quick tricks. Our training is built on a proven military and working dog system designed to create clear communication, calm obedience, and reliable control in the real world.
We do not rely on treats alone or temporary management. We train dogs to understand what is expected and follow through under distraction. That is why our clients see results with aggression, reactivity, anxiety, leash pulling, and off leash obedience.
Every program is customized to the dog and the household. Owners are trained alongside the dog so results last after training ends. You get structure, accountability, and a clear plan instead of guesswork.
If you want a well behaved dog you can trust in public and at home, this is what we do.
Overview
Hired 52 times
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5 employees
2 years in business
Business hours
Sun7:00 am - 7:00 pmMon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, and Zelle.
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2025
2024
Services offered
Dog training package
Dog size
Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)
Small (16 - 25 lbs)
Medium (26 - 40 lbs)
Large (41 - 70 lbs)
Dog training type
Private lessons
Board and train
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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Stephen W.
May 9, 2026
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I was looking to work on my 2 1/2 year old heeler/pit mix’s impulse control and reactivity. I had him in training classes and agility for two years but after the basics he just seemed to plateau. I contacted Eric at Black Anchor K9. He listened to my needs and what I was expecting. What I really liked was that for the three week Board & Train program that my dog was enrolled in was the fact that he would be living at the trainers home 24/7. Eric set me up with one of his trainers, Mary. She was great at giving daily updates with videos and then explaining what was being taught and how he was progressing. Mary was so motivated and knowledgeable into my dog's personality and how to work with him to get the best results. The hand off went well at the end of the training period and was very thorough. Eric has followed up with me twice since having my boy home with me for just one week.
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Leash pulling • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Jennifer H.
Apr 2, 2025
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Eric help us out with our shepherd with being able to walk her and teach us the skills on how we has her owner to correct a behavior and redirect her. If you feel you are hesitant on hiring eric, please don't!! We 100% recommend him as a trainer. He will go above and beyond for you.
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • I'm flexible • General obedience training • Leash pulling • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Becky T.
Dec 7, 2025
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It’s really great to get help from experts to teach my dog how to behave.
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • I'm flexible • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Digging • Biting • Chewing • Destructive behavior • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Jonathan E.
Jan 27, 2025
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Reaching out to Eric for training has been the best decision we have made. Initially, we were needing some help with socializing our Giant Schnauzer, as well as correcting excessive pulling on walks. Henry had a tendency of being overly defensive and barking at people when they came anywhere near us. Within one training session we noticed a difference in our dog’s behavior. Eric gave us the tools and tips we needed to correct the behavior and with consistency within the training program Henry no longer barks or comes off aggressive when people come up to us when we are out in public, as well as pull me or my wife on walks. Eric has been super accommodating and attentive to the corrections our dog needs and I definitely would recommend him if you are needing a knowledgeable dogtrainer who will give you honest feedback and the results you are wanting.
Details: I'm flexible • Therapy or service dog training • Leash pulling • Barking • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Cindy L.
Sep 25, 2024
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Eric was great! He gave us so many helpful hints and advice on how to work with our dogs. They responded quickly to his direction and our problems have now subsided substantially! Thanks, Eric!
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • I'm flexible • General obedience training • House training • Barking • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Eric West
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$165per individual session
$4,500 for in-home boarding/training
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We will reach out to communicate with you regarding your goals for you and your dog for an initial training plan.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Certified dog trainer. 16 yrs of combined dog training experience training 160 dogs.