Dog
Training
Building stronger bonds with your pup.
Ocala Dog Training
Good Manners. Deeper Bonds. Happier Lives.
At Red Fern Pet Lodge, we understand that training isn’t something you can check off a list, but rather a lifelong commitment and ongoing conversation between you and your dog.
While a few sessions can introduce the basics, true success comes through consistency, reinforcement, and adapting to your dog’s changing needs over time. From puppyhood to the golden years, each stage of your dog’s life brings new opportunities to grow, connect, and strengthen your bond. That’s why we’re more than a training program; we’re your long-term partner in the lifetime care and well-being of your pet. Whether you're starting with the foundations or building on existing skills, we’re here to support you through every phase of your pet’s journey.
Introducing: Day School
A Manners Program at Red Fern Pet Lodge
A Balanced & Customized Approach
At Red Fern Pet Lodge, we understand that every dog learns at a unique pace. That’s why we begin each program by building a strong foundation of trust and clear communication.
Our daily routine blends training sessions, playtimes, and essential rest periods to support both mental focus and physical well-being. Playtime helps dogs release pent-up energy, making them more receptive to training, while rest allows them to recharge between play and learning sessions.
We use positive reinforcement methods to teach new behaviors, rewarding dogs with praise, kibble, or high value treats when they make the right choices.
Our training goals remain the same: to help dogs succeed by reinforcing the right behaviors and fostering a balanced, respectful, and rewarding relationship between pets and their people.
Day School Manners Curriculum
Recall, Come, Down, Sit, Stay, Loose Leash Walking, and Socialization
We can also address common household behaviors such as jumping, impolite greetings, counter-surfing, separation anxiety, or desensitization to specific people, places or things.
Our socialization training plays a key role in helping dogs build confidence around new people, other dogs, and unfamiliar situations, all within a safe and controlled environment.
We help dogs develop better focus and patience, and introduce them to various situations that enable them ot learn to read appropriate social cues, with the goal of safely participating in a group play setting so they have fun rather than feeling anxious or becoming defensive.
The more time we spend with your dog, the more we can accomplish and then pass along to you to maintain at home.
Age: All ages welcome
​Duration: 4 weeks
​Schedule: Packages offer 4, 3, & 2 visits per week
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Group Classes
If you are new to training at Red Fern, welcome! We are glad you are here. Take a look at our available training options below and submit the interest form at the bottom of this page to get started. We will contact you to get started.
Puppy/Beginner Group Class
This class is perfect for dogs of any age who are new to training or need a refresher on the basics. Our experienced trainer will guide you and your dog through essential commands such as sit, stay, down, and come. You'll also learn how to master loose leash walking, making daily walks more enjoyable. This class provides a strong foundation for good behavior, helping you and your dog build a trusting, respectful relationship.
Required: No prior training required!
Duration: 5 weeks
Schedule: You and your dog will attend one group class per week for 5 weeks! See calendar below for class schedules.​
Essential Skills: Watch me, place, sit, stay, leave it, introduction to loose-leash walking, and recall (come).
Investment: $200
Intermediate Group Class
Our Intermediate with Agility Class is the perfect next step for dogs who have completed our Puppy/Beginner Group Class and are ready to take their skills to the next level. In this class, we focus on building real-world reliability by increasing distractions, adding distance, and extending duration to your dog’s core obedience and manners.
You and your dog will work toward stronger focus and impulse control around other dogs and exciting environments, while continuing to refine essential commands like sit, stay, place, heel, and recall. We’ll also begin introducing off-leash foundations, helping your dog learn to respond consistently and confidently—even with more freedom.
Required: Puppy/Beginner or other basic training
Duration: 5 weeks
Schedule: You and your dog will attend one group class per week for 5 weeks. See calendar below for class schedules.​
Essential Skills: Sit, stay, down, leave it, watch me, and recall with added distance, duration, and distraction plus loose-leash walking.
Investment: $200
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