Expert Dog Training Serving Plano, TX
Positive Reinforcement, Proven ResultsDog Training Built Around How Plano Actually Lives
The Service Dog Team Academy is based in Rockwall, about 30–35 minutes from most of Plano via the Bush Turnpike or SH-78, and we work with Plano families regularly across every program we offer. Plano is full of busy professional households and master-planned, HOA-governed communities — which means structured routines, reliable off-leash-park manners, and training that fits into tight schedules matter more here than almost anywhere else in the metroplex. That’s exactly what we’re built for.
Led by Valerie Fry and Keisha Tucker, our programs range from puppy training and basic obedience through full service dog training — all built on certified, positive reinforcement methods, with no e-collars, prong collars, or corrections.
Trainers and Owners Keisha & Valerie
Why Plano Dog Owners Choose Us
Plano's mix of corporate headquarters, dual-income households, and dense master-planned neighborhoods means many of our Plano clients need training that works around demanding schedules rather than around it. Our Board & Train program is popular here for exactly that reason — two focused weeks with our trainer instead of months of squeezed-in evening sessions.
Valerie holds her KPA CTP, ABCDT-L2, AKC CGC Evaluator, and CLASS certifications. Keisha is also an AKC CGC Evaluator and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), a background that shapes how we support Plano-area veterans and clients managing PTSD or anxiety through service dog training. Both administer AKC Canine Good Citizen testing directly.
One Plano client described Keisha's ability to connect with dogs as genuinely exceptional — her training methods came through as both effective and deeply compassionate, exactly the combination we aim for with every dog we work with.
Our Dog Training Programs in Plano
Every program we offer is available to Plano clients:
See Why Plano Families Keep Coming Back
Beyond Plano: Where Else We Train
We're based in Rockwall and regularly serve Plano alongside the surrounding DFW Metroplex, including Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Forney, and Lavon. If you're in a different part of Plano or a neighborhood not mentioned here, contact us to confirm availability.
Being based in Rockwall also means we're closely tied to the local community — we're not commuting in from across the metroplex to serve you, and same-day or next-day scheduling is often easier for Rockwall clients than it is for those further out.
Answers for Plano Dog Owners
Answers to all your pressing questions about our services, our prices, and what to expect with your dog in one of our training programs.
Do you come to Plano, or do I have to travel to Rockwall?
Both, depending on the program. In-home training sessions come directly to your Plano home. Board & Train requires drop-off and pick-up at our Rockwall facility, about 30–35 minutes from most of Plano. Group classes and public access training sessions are scheduled at locations that work for both sides.
Can training work around a busy professional schedule?
Yes — this is one of the most common needs we hear from Plano clients. Our Board & Train program is built specifically for this: two focused weeks with our trainer instead of stretching training out over months of evening sessions that are hard to fit in consistently. For ongoing needs, in-home sessions can also be scheduled around demanding work weeks.
Do you train dogs for HOA or master-planned community requirements?
Yes. Many Plano communities have specific expectations around leash behavior, noise, and public manners, and we build training plans that account for those realities — reliable recall at off-leash parks, calm behavior around neighbors and shared amenities, and quiet-on-command skills.
Do you train service dogs for Plano residents?
Yes — service dog training is one of our core specialties. We work with Plano handlers through the full training pathway: Board & Train foundation, weekly public training sessions, Canine Good Citizen certification, CGC Urban, and task-specific work. Under Texas law, Service Dogs in Training have full public access rights, so training can happen in real Plano environments early in the process.
What makes The Service Dog Team Academy different from other Plano trainers?
Both owners are certified AKC CGC Evaluators, meaning we administer official Canine Good Citizen testing directly rather than referring clients elsewhere. Co-owner Keisha Tucker is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, which shapes how we support veterans and clients managing PTSD through service dog training. Every program uses positive reinforcement exclusively.
How much does dog training cost in Plano?
Our pricing is the same for all DFW clients regardless of city. Board & Train is $1,950 with a $200 deposit. In-Home Training runs $150 per session or discounted packages of 3 or 5 sessions. Service dog task training is $1,950 per 12-session package. See our full FAQ page for complete pricing details.
How do I get started?
Reach out through our contact page or call (469) 786-7877. Let us know what you’re working on and we’ll recommend the right program for your dog.