About The Coventry School Inc

The Coventry School Inc. is a well-regarded center for day camp and training services, specializing in enrichment programs for dogs. The school emphasizes positive reinforcement and stress-free handling methods, grounded in scientific principles and extensive experience in canine behavior. Reviews highlight the effectiveness of the classes, with pet owners noting improvements in their dogs' behavior and socialization. The knowledgeable and supportive teachers provide personalized advice tailored to each dog's needs, ensuring the wellbeing of both dogs and their families. Many attendees are eager to continue their training journey and enroll in more classes. The atmosphere is described as professional and caring, and the school is highly recommended for anyone wanting to improve their dog's skills and confidence. The school offers a variety of group classes, including basic obedience, tricks, treiball, nose work, fit dog, and Kranky K9s. Customers praise the well-organized classes and the staff's excellent treatment of the dogs, who seem eager to attend daycare. One reviewer's 9-month-old Golden Retriever "can't wait to get in the front door" and "falls asleep in the car and takes a long nap" after a day of activities, showing the dogs enjoy the programs and get plenty of exercise and enrichment. Recent reviews mention that pups seem to prefer this daycare over others. Dogs start whining with excitement when arriving, and while there are no cameras to check in on them, weekly photo updates shared on Facebook are appreciated. Enrichment activities are included, ensuring dogs are not just sitting around all day. The small group setting allows for thoughtful feedback, such as updates on a pup’s tummy issues or new friends made, creating a personal and caring environment that provides peace of mind. Many have been sending their dogs here for years and highly recommend it. Dogs are grouped by size and temperament, helping each dog have a positive experience and stay safe. The school also offers excellent training courses for basic obedience, tricks, and sports. Several owners have completed multiple classes, all of which have been described as wonderful. Coventry was recommended by a friend, and the positive reinforcement approach has made a big difference. Dogs such as Sandal, who was shy and nervous, learned a lot and became calmer around other dogs. This led to success in Beginner and Wonder Dog training, preparing dogs for walks, vet visits, and various environments. After six years, the school also helped a young rescue dog named Mario, who needed to learn how to behave around others. In Beginner classes, Mario gained focus and obedience, and through Wonder Dog, he was challenged further. Currently in Dogs Unleashed, his obedience continues to improve with increased distance, duration, and distraction. Coventry’s positive methods avoid any painful or forceful techniques, making training enjoyable for both dogs and owners. Instructors teach in a fun, positive way, allowing owners to ask questions and learn how to handle specific issues. The training offered is highly praised as excellent and effective.

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  • Nov 2021

    I highly recommend Liz as a trainer! Her classes are positive and use the principles of shaping and reinforcement correctly without punishment. Many trainers use punishment such as withholding food, choke or E collars, but do not advertise this before you sign up. I have been involved in dog training for sports for around 14 years and have advanced education in the science of behavior, with that experience and knowledge I can confidently say those methods are not necessary for dog training classes, especially dogs without dangerous behavior issues. Puppy jumpstart and wonder dog progress at a great pace with the skills that are skills taught. I am so lucky to have found this dog training school and would strongly recommend to anyone looking to train their dog at any level of skill!

  • Aug 2020

    Finnegan has been enrolled at Coventry for six weeks now and we’re already noticing such a huge difference! He listens better, has been beyond successful with potty training, and most of all, he is WIPED at the end of his “school day.” I love the structure and the transparency that you will get at Coventry! We will definitely stay indefinitely!

  • May 2020

    We just finished Tricks Level 1 with our dog and had so much fun with it! The class started in-person but moved to being virtual on Zoom because of the Covid-19 shutdown. The new online format ended up working great for us! We were able to get the same high-quality care and attention from our instructor (Liz) and interact with classmates, but all from the safety and comfort of our own home. This class has helped us and our pup stay occupied while being quarantined, and we now how a Tricks title to show for it! Thanks to Liz and Coventry for continuing to offer such high-level training in this challenging time. We look forward to Tricks Level 2! 😁

Hours

Monday: 7AM - 6:30PM
Tuesday: 7AM - 6:30PM
Wednesday: 7AM - 6:30PM
Thursday: 7AM - 6:30PM
Friday: 7AM - 6:30PM
Saturday: ClosedSunday: Closed

Location

7165 Oakland Mills Rd Suite KL, 7165 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia

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