Let’s Talk About Training Your Dog or Puppy
Whether you're dealing with jumping, leash pulling, or just getting started with a new pup ,we're here to help.
Trusted in Acushnet since 2013, now offering online training too.
Our Services
MJ’s Pet Training Academy is an indoor dog training center as well as a dog grooming salon offering a range of training services such as private training, puppy training, classes, workshops, themed training events, and even scent detection. Grooming services are also available for all breeds of dogs. Dogs do not have to be enrolled in training to enjoy our full-service grooming salon!
Certified
Expert Dog Trainers
MJ’s trainers are certified and experienced across multiple areas of dog training. Learn more about our certifications here.
10+
Years Serving the community
MJ’s has been serving SouthCoast MA for 10 years, providing pet grooming, puppy classes, dog training, and workshops.
Welcome Call
Not sure where to begin?
Schedule a time to discuss training options with an MJ’s Pet Training Academy team member. For in person and distance clients, a welcome call is a great way to learn more about all of our services. Contact us to learn more.
Classes
Puppy Skills and Puppy Gym
Puppy classes at MJ’s Pet Training Academy are designed to offer flexibility and support to new puppy owners. Whether you want to take your puppy through all of the topics to earn the Puppy Skills Achievement or drop in for some extra training practice in combination with other programs, we invite you to join our classes and gym sessions designed exclusively for puppies. Practice important skills such as leash walking, coming when called, greeting without jumping, stay, toy search and more.
In addition to our regular Puppy Skills classes, MJ’s also offers private training for puppies in Acushnet as well as puppy training workshops.
If your puppy is 5 months or under, you can get started right away without the need for an evaluation.
Manners and Obedience
Our obedience and manners track will take you from the basics to advanced and off-leash obedience. Begin with Pet Dog Manners (Level 1) which includes essential manners while learning a few tricks along the way. After completing all of the skills, your dog will be eligible for the next level where you will help your dog prepare for the Canine Good Citizen test and have the option to have your dog tested. Advanced obedience training is practiced in the Obedience League.
Start with a welcome call or contact us to learn more.
Scent Detection
Scent detection is for every dog! When dogs are provided with opportunities to problem solve using their strongest sense, it gives them an outlet like no other. If your dog loves to sniff, the class will provide your dog with an opportunity to. Scent League is for all dogs. Your dog does not have to have any prior training, nor do you have to be a competitor. In Scent League, dogs learn to search for target odors and alert their handlers. A variety of challenges are offered, and teams can earn points for prizes. Your dog can play too!
The prerequisite for this class is attending our Intro to Scent Detection Workshop.
What Other Experts Have to Say
Kelly Gorman Dunbar
“I’ve been lucky enough to collaborate with MJ several times over the past few years and I am so glad we met. MJ has the perfect blend of technical training skills, enthusiasm, creativity, and compassion. She’s one of my very favorite trainers to follow, the joy she brings to both dogs and handlers is such a pleasure to behold, she really knows how to make dog training fun! I’ve been a dog trainer for 30 years and I still learn new tips and tricks by watching her train!”
Private Dog Training
The possibilities are endless with personalized private training.
Book Private Dog Training with Melissa “MJ” Viera, CPDT-KA
Dog Grooming at MJ’s Pet Training Academy
MJ’s Pet Training Academy offers grooming services for all breeds. Bath packages include a nail trim and nail shaping, ear cleaning, a bath with a premium shampoo, and fluff drying and brushing. Add trimming, clipping, and styling with a Full Grooming Package. Our expert groomers will provide your dog with well-deserved pampering. In addition to our regular grooming packages, specialty add-ons are available. Treat your very good dog to luxury grooming and coat & skin care.
Training and Enrichment
MJ’s is proud to offer enriching activities that keep your dog engaged and happy as well as obedience training, behavioral modification as well as professional consultations for professional trainers. In addition, Melissa “MJ” Viera, CPDT-KA also presents on a number of dog training and behavior topics. If the service you are interested in is not listed on our website, please don’t hesitate to contact us.