At Purdom Dog Academy, we utilize a balanced training approach—a proven, fair, and effective method that is trusted by dog behavior specialists and training professionals alike. This balanced training approach combines positive reinforcement with appropriate, humane corrections to help dogs understand both what’s expected of them and which behaviors are unacceptable. Our professional dog training services promote clear communication, build strong boundaries, and establish lasting trust between you and your dog. It’s an approach that leads not just to obedience but to a calmer, more confident companion you can truly enjoy in any environment.
As part of our professional dog training, we reward desired behaviors using praise, food, toys, and play—but we also apply corrections to stop unwanted behaviors when necessary.
This balanced training approach serves as the foundation of our professional dog training, creating clarity for your dog, reducing confusion, and accelerating learning by teaching them both what to do and what not to do.
Our goal isn’t merely obedience—it’s to cultivate a calm, respectful, and responsive dog you can confidently take anywhere.
What Makes Our Approach Different:
- We tailor our methods to fit your dog’s unique temperament and needs.
- We believe in structure, consistency, and fairness—not harshness or chaos.
- We help both dogs and owners understand how to communicate clearly and confidently.
Whether you're addressing basic manners or complex behavior issues like reactivity, our balanced training approach enables us to achieve results while strengthening the relationship between you and your dog.
With over 15 years of experience, Seth Purdom brings a deep understanding of animal behavior to every dog he trains. His journey began on his family’s farm, where he first learned the importance of timing, patience, and communication while training horses alongside his stepdad, a professional horse trainer. That early foundation in working with large, sensitive animals naturally transitioned into his work with dogs, shaping his calm, confident approach. Today, Seth specializes in assisting dogs of all temperaments—especially those with behavioral challenges—through balanced, effective training that yields real results.
At Purdom Dog Academy, we take pride in being a dog behavior specialist dedicated to transforming dogs with serious behavior issues. Our focus goes beyond basic obedience training; we aim for real transformation. Through our professional dog training services, we assist dogs facing challenges such as reactivity, fear, anxiety, aggression, and extreme impulsiveness.
Our Behavior Modification Board & Train Programs employ a balanced training approach, merging effective techniques to offer the structure, leadership, and clarity that dogs need to feel secure and respond confidently rather than chaotically. This professional dog training is crafted to create lasting, meaningful changes for dogs dealing with deeper behavioral challenges.
Common Issues We Address:
- Leash reactivity (lunging, barking at people or dogs)
- Aggression toward people or animals
- Fear-based behaviors and anxiety
- Overstimulation, obsessive behavior, or lack of impulse control
- General unpredictability or lack of boundaries
What to Expect:
- A customized training plan tailored to your dog’s specific challenges
- Daily structure and calm leadership from an experienced behavior trainer
- Targeted exposure and desensitization in real-world settings
- Fair, consistent communication using a balanced approach
- Regular updates and a clear transition plan for you at home
Includes:
- Immersive board and train stay (length depends on severity)
- 1-on-1 private sessions
- Ongoing support to help you maintain the results
- Limited spots to ensure individual attention—no overcrowded kennels
We focus on changing behavior at the root rather than just managing it, empowering both dog and owner with the necessary tools for lasting success.
Note: Not all behavior cases are the same. We'll evaluate your dog before enrollment to ensure they’re a good fit for this program.
Begin your dog’s training journey with a personalized consultation with Seth Purdom, the owner and a renowned dog behavior specialist at Purdom Dog Academy.
During this complimentary over-the-phone assessment, Seth will discuss your dog’s behavior, any challenges you’re facing, and your specific training goals. He will help determine which balanced training approach is the best fit for your dog, ensuring that you receive professional dog training guidance tailored to your dog's unique needs.
This assessment is completely free, providing you with clarity, confidence, and a clear roadmap to achieving a calmer, well-mannered, and happier companion.
Our 1-Week Foundation Program employs a balanced training approach to help your dog develop essential skills for calm, controlled behavior. This full-time board and train experience provides your dog with professional dog training from a dog behavior specialist. The focus will be on key skills such as sit/stay, loose leash walking, and door boundaries, which are vital for making everyday life easier and more enjoyable.
This program is perfect for dogs needing a solid start in obedience or a focused refresher. At the end of the week, you'll take part in a go-home session, equipping you to sustain your dog's progress at home.
$1,500
Our Gold Board & Train program employs a balanced training approach, offering a comprehensive two-week training experience designed to deliver real-world results for your dog. While your dog enjoys full-time stay with us, they receive professional dog training tailored to their individual needs, with a focus on essential commands such as sit/stay, place/stay, loose leash walking, heel, and door boundaries.
This program goes beyond the basics by addressing common problem behaviors while building reliability, impulse control, and polished manners. It is perfect for dogs that require in-depth training, ensuring your dog becomes confident, well-mannered, and ready to thrive both at home and in public.
At the end of the program, you’ll participate in a go-home session with our dog behavior specialist, equipping you with the tools necessary to maintain and build upon your dog’s progress—plus an additional lesson and lifelong support to ensure long-term success.
$2,500
Our Platinum Board & Train program features a balanced training approach, offering the ultimate three-week immersive training experience tailored for dogs in need of comprehensive, life-changing results. During their full-time stay with us, your dog will benefit from daily professional dog training that emphasizes advanced obedience, including skills like sit/stay, place/stay, front & center, heel, leash manners, door boundaries, and impulse control in real-world environments.
This program goes beyond basic training by incorporating a dog behavior specialist who addresses deeper behavioral issues, enhances confidence, and ensures your dog remains responsive both at home and in public settings.
At the conclusion of the program, you'll engage in an extensive go-home session that equips you with essential tools to maintain and build upon your dog’s success. Additionally, the program includes two extra lessons and lifelong support to reinforce training and guarantee lasting results.
$3,750
Our Diamond Board & Train program employs a balanced training approach, offering a comprehensive six-week training experience for dogs and their owners who aim for complete mastery. This immersive program covers everything from basic obedience to advanced off-leash control, ensuring your dog is confident, responsive, and reliable in any situation.
During the program, your dog will stay with us full-time, receiving daily professional dog training that focuses on advanced leash manners, sit/stay, place/stay, front & center, heel, door boundaries, impulse control, and off-leash reliability. We utilize the Mini-Educator e-collar, included in the program price, to fully prepare your dog for success at home.
At the conclusion of the program, you will participate in an extensive go-home session, followed by four private lessons and unlimited lifetime support from our dog behavior specialist. This support equips you with the tools and guidance necessary to maintain and expand your dog’s training for life.
$8,000
Our Free-Style Board & Train program is a two-week immersive training experience designed for dogs who already have a foundation in basic obedience and are ready to shine with fun, engaging skills. Utilizing a balanced training approach, our program ensures that your dog benefits from a professional dog training experience tailored to their needs.
During their stay, your dog will learn playful tricks such as paw, spin, twirl, weave, and center, building confidence while strengthening focus and engagement with you. With the guidance of our dog behavior specialists, this program is perfect for dogs who love to learn and thrive on mental stimulation. It’s not just about tricks—it’s about deepening your bond, improving communication, and keeping training exciting and rewarding.
$2,500
Our Agility Board & Train program is a two-week immersive experience designed by a dog behavior specialist for dogs that already have a foundation in basic obedience and are eager for more excitement.
During this program, your dog will learn to confidently navigate agility obstacles such as weave poles, ring jumps, A-frames, hurdles, tunnels, and seesaws.
This program focuses on more than just skill acquisition; it emphasizes a balanced training approach that develops focus, confidence, coordination, and engagement while ensuring that training remains fun and rewarding. Ideal for energetic dogs who thrive on learning, our professional dog training in agility offers both mental stimulation and physical exercise in a structured environment.
$2,500
The first months of your puppy’s life are crucial for shaping good behavior, building confidence, and developing social skills. That’s why we created the Puppy Development Bundle — a program designed specifically for pups under 4 months old, utilizing a balanced training approach.
This package includes four private in-person classes at our Houston facility, each lasting 45–60 minutes, where our dog behavior specialist will guide you and your puppy through the foundations of professional dog training. You’ll learn how to teach essential skills like sit, down, stay, and recall while also focusing on proper leash manners, crate training, and building confidence in new environments.
Beyond obedience, our trainers also prioritize early socialization and problem prevention — addressing common puppy challenges like nipping, jumping, and housebreaking before they become long-term habits. With personalized instruction and hands-on practice, you’ll leave each class with clear steps to continue your pup’s training at home.
$550
At Purdom Dog Academy, we utilize a balanced training approach that makes dog training stress-free and convenient through our professional Transportation Service, available for all Board & Train and Boarding clients. Our team of dog behavior specialists will safely pick up your dog from your home and return them once their professional dog training program is complete.
To ensure training success, we include the very first lesson in your home — demonstrating exactly how to maintain and transfer your dog’s new skills into their real-life environment.
This service eliminates the hassle of drop-offs and pick-ups, while equipping you with the confidence and tools to reinforce training where it matters most — at home with your family.
$250
Custom Training Solutions — at Our Facility or in Your Home
Whether you're focusing on basic obedience or addressing more complex dog behavior issues, our private lessons utilize a balanced training approach tailored to meet your dog’s specific needs and your training goals.
One-on-One Focus
You’ll work directly with a professional dog training specialist who personalizes each session to ensure real, lasting results.
Training Where It Works Best
At Our Facility – $160 per session
A controlled environment ideal for focused learning without distractions.
In-Home Lessons – $220 per session
Convenient, practical training in your dog’s everyday environment.
What we help with:
Obedience and leash skills
Jumping, barking, or pulling
Reactivity and anxiety
And more
$160 / $220
Our Structured Boarding program is the perfect alternative to chaotic, overcrowded boarding facilities.
Instead of coming home to a stressed or overstimulated dog, you’ll return to a pup who’s calmer, happier, and better behaved—because they stay with a professional dog trainer with over 15 years of experience.
Each stay includes:
Light Daily Training: Reinforcement of manners, boundaries, and obedience so your dog doesn’t lose progress while you’re away.
Two Supervised Recess Sessions: Safe, structured social/play hours to build confidence and encourage appropriate behavior.
Home-Based, Low-Volume Care: Peaceful, personalized, trainer-led oversight—no chaos, no warehouse-style environments.
Why settle for traditional boarding when your dog can learn, improve, and thrive under the care of a seasoned training professional?
Pricing:
$79/night — Dogs under 25 lbs
$89/night — Dogs over 25 lbs
Give your dog a stay that benefits their behavior and well-being.