Dog Training at Play Wash Stay

We train dogs for real life — not just a quiet room.

Our program builds reliable obedience around everyday distractions so your dog can succeed at home, in public, and in social settings. We focus on clear communication, structure, and confidence.

Our goal: calm, confident dogs who understand expectations.

We Help With

  • Loose leash walking
  • Jumping
  • Excessive barking
  • Reliable recall
  • Crate & potty training
  • Sit, down, stay & foundational obedience
  • Confidence building
  • Mild to moderate reactivity
  • Puppy foundations

Training is customized to your dog and your household.

PWS Bob and Courtney Poore

Daycare & Train

Busy schedule? Let us do the heavy lifting.

Your dog attends daycare and receives focused one-on-one training during the day. They then practice skills in a structured social environment.

You receive:

  • A progress report after each session
  • Clear homework
  • Step-by-step training videos

This creates consistency between daycare and home — accelerating results.

Programs:

    • Puppy Obedience
    • Basic Obedience
    • Disengagement & Recall
    • Daycare Obedience

Meet the Trainer: Kate Ellis, CPDT

  • Kate brings over a decade in the dog industry and professional training experience built on one belief: clarity creates confidence.

    She specializes in:

    • Reliable obedience
    • Impulse control
    • Confidence building
    • Owner education

    At Play Wash Stay, we don’t just teach commands — we build dogs you can trust.

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