Dog Training

Available at our Hershey Rd. Location

Dog Training in Elizabethtown PA

We know every dog is unique with different personalities and training needs. We also understand that each pet parent has varied training goals for their dog, so we are proud to offer an array of training programs to meet the specific needs of a variety of lifestyles. We have several certified dog trainers on our training team, as well as skilled training apprentices who are thrilled to be part of your pup’s training journey.

Puppy being trained

Dog Training Program Descriptions & Schedules

A to Z Day Training Program

A to Z Training

This program offers two levels of dog training. Mind Your Manners is a great option for pet parents who want to establish a solid foundation of basic training skills for their dog.

Group Dog Training

Group dog training

Our group classes are an economical dog training option where you and your pup work together in group with other pet parents and their dogs. This is a wonderful way to bond with your pup and for both of you to learn and grow together as a team.

Pawsitive Experiences Program

Pawsitive Experiences

Our innovative Pawsitive Experiences program is perfect for timid, nervous and under-socialized pups who need some extra time, attention and TLC to help them blossom and grow their confidence.

Puppy Manners Class

Group of puppies in training

Puppies require special care, many positive experiences and careful handling to help them become their very best selves. Our Puppy Manners and Puppy Social Skills Daycare programs set every puppy up for a lifetime of success.

Puppy Social Skills Daycare

Puppy Social Skills

Puppies require special care, many positive experiences and careful handling to help them become their very best selves and our puppy daycare program is a pawfect option to set every puppy up for a lifetime of success. Our puppy trainers work on basic manners, confidence building, preparing a dog for vet or grooming experiences, as well as crate and potty training and so much more!

Stay & Train Program

Stay and Train

Our Stay & Train is a 2-week comprehensive training program that includes overnight care, daily training and mentally stimulating enrichment activities and a follow up private training session with one of our dog trainers.

puppy being trained

Too busy to attend typical Dog Training classes with your pet?

We have the perfect solution.

Check out our A to Z Day Training Program!

Dog Training FAQs

Select the ideal group class for your dog by setting goals for your dog’s training and then browsing our site. If you are interested in basic manners, control, and obedience, our Manners classes will be ideal. If you are looking for training for your puppy, sign up for our Puppy Manners or Puppy Agility classes!

If you just want to have some fun or increase your bond with your dog, consider one of the FUN classes we offer:

If you have a dog that is being reactive barking, lunging or being unruly around dogs or strangers, contact us or schedule a behavior consult! We’ll help place your dog in the class that fits him best.




We have used Playful Pups for training, daycare, and lodging for 1.5 years now and love everything they have to offer. The trainers are second to none and the staff is excellent!

Pam Z. of Middletown PA




I love the A-Z Program. The communication was amazing, any questions I had or concerns were answered and well explained. From the very start I had felt like Bup was in the right hands from coming in for a tour to completing his program. The videos are an amazing tool for not being able to be there and watch him learn, I am able to recreate and really understand how to continue his training at home and can reference them when needed. I just mostly want to say thank you very much for the time and attention everyone at Playful Pups puts into their training programs, I can tell and see a huge confidence boost in Bup and couldn’t be happier.

Training Client