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  If you are a dog owner in Louisiana, there are dozens of dog training and obedience schools available to you. Each offer a range of services that can train your canine in areas such as general obedience, hunting and competitive dog show performance. Whatever school you choose, make sure they are licensed and have certified instructors so you know your dog is getting the best out of their time in class.
  
  

JCM's All Breed Dog Obedience School

• JCM's All Breed Dog Obedience School was awarded the 2009 Best of Covington Award in the area of Dog Training. Jean Manino has decades of experience and has been awarded every possible distinction from the American Kennel Club. Classes are open to dogs four months and older, and the basic course runs for eight weeks. Some training equipment, such as leashes and pinch collars, are required for the course, so be sure to check the website for any necessities before attending a class.
  
  JCM's All Breed Dog Obedience School
  P.O. Box 3635
  Covington, LA 70433
  504-838-8605
  jcmdogtraining.com
  
  

Abney Canine Training

• The Abney Canine Training facility handles all breeds. Dogs can be trained while their owners are present, or there is also a boarding option for the dog if the owner is unable to attend the entire training course. Besides obedience training, the Abney center is also certified to train dogs in blood tracking, narcotics and arson detection and search and rescue.
  
  Abney Canine Training
  500 Bridget Drive
  Patterson, LA 70392
  985-892-6773
  abcantra.com
  
  

Southern Tradition Dog Training Kennels

• Southern Tradition Dog Training Kennels is a certified, family-owned dog training center that focuses on obedience and hunting retriever training. Classes are limited in size, which lets the trainers spend more time with each dog. Dogs can be taught to respond to both verbal and hand signals, and training programs range from the fundamentals to advanced hunting techniques.
  
  Southern Tradition Dog Training Kennels
  P.O. Box 202
  Norco, LA 70029
  504-348-4675
  stdtkennels.com
  
  

Proper Pooches LLC

• Certified by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Sally Stride runs the Proper Pooches training courses and facilities. Proper Pooches specializes in housetraining and correcting negative behavior such as barking, aggression and digging, general obedience and even personalized dog tricks. Whatever age or skill level your dog may already have, Proper Pooches offers customized training courses that can be run as semi-private or in-home sessions.
  
  Proper Pooches LLC
  3905 Genessee St.
  Lake Charles, LA 70605
  337-480-9349
  properpooches.com