Why Choose Connected Canine LLC, Dog Boarding and Training in Phoenix, Arizona
Ethical Dog Training in Phoenix Built on LIMA & AKC Principles
Connected Canine: Premium In-Home Board and Train Programs for Lasting Results
Looking for the best dog trainer in Phoenix? We wont claim to be the best. However, we are here supporting owners that have been Rob'd and mishandled by various "#1", "Best in the Valley" trainers. At Connected Canine we offer personalized, ethical dog training rooted in the LIMA approach (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) and guided by AKC Family Dog standards. Whether you need help with leash reactivity, behavior issues, or simply want a well-mannered companion, our in-home board and train programs provide real, lasting results.
What Makes Connected Canine Different?
We’re not a warehouse-style dog training facility. We are a boutique, in-home dog training program in Phoenix focused on custom behavior plans, relationship-based methods, and measurable progress. Every dog trains in a home environment, not on cold concrete, and is treated like family—not a number.
Only 5 dogs per trainer, always.
Our clients choose us when they want:
- A top-rated Phoenix board and train program; we're just not throwing thousands of dollars at being labeled "#1" but our reviews and partnership's speak for themselves!
- Trainers who prioritize ethics and emotional wellness
- Real support after the program ends—not just a certificate
What Is LIMA Dog Training?
LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) is the industry-leading ethical standard in professional dog training. It means we start with the most humane and effective methods available and tailor every plan to the dog in front of us. No immediate application of tools, no cookie-cutter methods—just ethical, results-based dog training in Phoenix.
We also follow the AKC Family Dog program, so your pup can earn certifications like:
- AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
- Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
- CGC Advanced (CGCA)
- Urban CGC
- Therapy Dog preparation
Phoenix’s Most Comprehensive Board and Train Program Includes:
✔️ Tailored dog training plan based on temperament and goals
✔️ Balanced daily routines (training, enrichment, rest, play)
✔️ Clean, quiet, home-style boarding environment
✔️ Regular photo/video updates + easy-to-read training reports
✔️ Follow-up lessons and lifetime support for all graduates
✔️ Ongoing alumni events like structured hikes and group sessions
Whether you're looking for puppy training in Phoenix, behavioral rehabilitation, or advanced obedience, we offer a full-service dog training experience that stands out from the rest.
Lifetime Support Sets Us Apart
Most Phoenix dog trainers say goodbye after go-home day. Not us. Every graduate becomes part of the Connected Canine Alumni Family, which includes:
- Direct trainer life-time access for future questions or troubleshooting
- Alumni-only meetups and social outings
- Discounted refresher sessions and workshops
- Progress check-ins and plan updates as your dog grows
- Discounts for Boarding and Daycare so your dog doesn't lose the work you have put in... or let's be real, the investment!
Lifetime Support Sets Us Apart
Led by Expertise. Powered by LIMA. Trusted Across Phoenix.
At Connected Canine, leadership isn’t about ego—it’s about ethics.
Sara, our head trainer, brings decades of hands-on experience in both canine and equine behavior, and has worked with hundreds of dogs across the Phoenix Valley—from fearful rescues to high-drive working breeds. Her approach is rooted in LIMA principles and shaped by years of success in real-world behavior modification.
But what truly sets Connected Canine apart is our teamwide alignment around humane, ethical training.
We’ve intentionally built a team of trainers from diverse backgrounds—sport dog handlers, service dog trainers, former purely-positive coaches, and balanced trainers in transition—who have all come together under a single mission:
To bring the care back to dog training.
Every trainer at Connected Canine is educated in both LIMA and AKC Family Dog standards, ensuring consistency, transparency, and heart in everything we do. Despite our varied paths, we agree on this:
- Dogs are not numbers.
- Relationship-based training isn’t optional—it’s essential.
- Caring should never cost extra.
In an industry where quick fixes, high-volume programs, and heavy-handed methods have become the norm, we are here to disrupt that narrative. We don’t believe ethical treatment should be a premium service. At Connected Canine, compassion, clarity, and respect are built into every interaction—because that’s how trust is earned.
We’re proud to be one of Phoenix’s most respected and referred LIMA dog training teams, not because we follow trends—but because we follow through.
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