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My name is Michael Perry and I’m a professional dog trainer located in Boulder, Colorado. I have over 34 years of experience with dogs of all breeds, but specialize in training do-anything, go-anywhere family dogs.

Family dog training is all about keeping your dog’s spirit and personality, while developing impulse control and responsiveness to your commands.

I use the most up-to-date, science-based training techniques, so you can be confident that you’re doing the best for your dog.

Front Range Dog Training

4.9

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JoAnn Meyer

2 weeks ago

I recently enrolled my Labradoodle in Front Range Dog Training and couldn’t be more pleased with the results. After the first day of training I could already see improvement since my dog was calmer and already had some of the basics down. Each week I noticed big improvements and even now that he’s completed the formal training he continues to improve each day. If anyone is thinking about training for your dog I highly recommend Front Range Dog Training.

Kristy Knoll

1 month ago

We took our dog Jameson because he was chewing through everything in our house constantly, despite proper exercise daily. In one week the chewing decreased and by the 3rd session he had stopped completely. Our dog went from easily overstimulated and anxious to calm and content. We felt like the training was very comprehensive and we were given great resources in support of our needs to help Jameson.

Mary Zoglo

2 months ago

Shortly, after retirement, at the age of 70, we Decided that we would get our last puppies of our lives. But we would need dogs that were under control because we were getting older. We worked with Michael on our springer spaniel starting when he was six months old. And then with Michael again on our lab puppy. At this point they can be walked without pulling us over and, more importantly to us, we could take them off leash and feel confident they would return when called. They are the proud owners of the Boulder open space tags. Thank you, Michael for allowing us in our pups to enter these retirement years with two joyful puppies

Jessica Wydallis

4 months ago

I have known Michael Perry with Front Range Dog Training for almost a decade and strongly recommend his company for dog training. Michael facilitates a weekly puppy socialization class at our clinic, Foxtail Pines Veterinary Hospital. These classes are designed to encourage proper socialization of puppies ages eight to sixteen weeks of age. The classes help with healthy development of interdog behaviors, and Michael provides training strategies for owners who have their first puppy, and for those who need a refresher. Michael’s system for training is practical, gentle and very effective. Clients who have had their puppy participate in these classes and those who have hired Michael for more thorough training, have a strong bond with their dog, and it is exceptional how well behaved and relaxed the dog is at the vet clinic as a patient throughout the stages of their life. If you are looking for an exceptional dog trainer or have a new puppy and are interested in participating in the socialization class (even if you are not a client of Foxtail) please reach out to Michael.
-Jessica Wydallis, DVM

Peter M

4 months ago

We had an amazing experience working with Front Range Dog Training. They were always flexible, easy to work with, and incredibly patient in explaining everything in detail. I really appreciated how they took the time to answer all of my questions and make sure I understood the training process. I saw such a drastic improvement in my dog, and it was clear that my dog absolutely loved working with them too. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and supportive dog trainer. We plan to continue working with them with our current dog and our next dog.

Tate Moore

4 months ago

I highly recommend Front Range Dog Training for anyone looking to build a reliable foundation with their dog. I worked with Michael and John to transition my almost 2-year-old Australian Shepherd, Stevie, to being fully off-leash in Boulder, and the experience was top-quality from start to finish.

What sets them apart is their structured, step-by-step process. They focus on clear communication and technical skill-building that makes sense for both the owner and the dog. The combination of exercises practiced during their day sessions and the specific homework assigned to me created a consistent feedback loop. This didn't just improve Stevie’s reliability; it significantly strengthened our relationship.

Because of the training and the processes they taught us, I’m much more in tune with her, and she can be trusted to listen in high-distraction environments. This has given her so much more freedom outdoors. Michael and John are professional, well-organized, and clearly experts at what they do. If you want a training experience that is easy to follow but produces real, sophisticated results, this is the place to go.

John Pawlewicz

5 months ago

We had an awesome experience working with John. After trying two other training programs without much success, we finally saw real results - our Golden Retriever was reliably off-leash after just 4 sessions over 6 weeks. John (and Michael) made the process clear, effective, and enjoyable. We only wish we had gone to them first!

Shiloh Hicks

6 months ago

I truly cannot say enough good things about Michael. We began working with him when Maple was just 8 weeks old. At the time, he confidently told me she would be fully off-leash trained by 6 months — I’ll admit, I was skeptical! But he was absolutely right.

Now, at almost a year and a half old, Maple is exceptionally well trained. She consistently responds to both voice and hand commands and follows instructions beautifully on leash, whether she’s in a heel or on release. Her reliability and responsiveness are a direct reflection of Michael’s training approach.

Michael is patient, calm, and incredibly skilled. He has a natural ability to connect with dogs and communicate in a way that truly works. The foundation we built with Maple as a puppy has paid off tremendously, and we are so grateful for his guidance.

I highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for an outstanding trainer — he truly has a remarkable gift with dogs.

Brandon Lord

10 months ago

We cannot give Michael and John enough praise. We brought our dog, Goose, to Front Range Dog Training when he was about
4 months old. Michael takes the time to understand your goals with your dog and understand your dog’s current behaviors. They make sure that you fully understand the training methods, make sure you understand how dogs naturally behave, and make sure you understand ‘why’ the training methods work. We felt 100% comfortable with them during private sessions and their day camps. Our goal was to make Goose off leash trained and couldn’t have gotten to this point without them. Highly recommend them!

Boulder’s Best Family Dog and Puppy Training

I’m a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and AKC Star Puppy Instructor.

I began training dogs in 1992. My undergraduate and graduate level education in clinical psychology, along with 16 years in a private practice with humans, carries over into “dog psychology” and training. There are actually many parallels.

As your trainer, I’ll teach you proper ways to communicate, reinforce, and correct. Through this process you’ll develop a stronger bond and relationship with your dog.

In-home dog training for this Weimaraner puppy.

Above all, dog training is all about communication between canines and humans. Our dogs are willing and waiting to hear from us. Puppies are learning from day one, so get started now.We’ll use a balanced approach with both positive reinforcement and easy corrections.

When proper rewards and corrections are applied your canine companion will remain happy, vibrant, and energized throughout the training process.

German Shepherd Puppy receiving in-home dog training.

I’ll observe your interactions with your dog and help you achieve the results you desire as you gain the confidence, timing, and consistency to communicate with your canine companion.

You’ll find that training you dog is actually fun and rewarding!

Train your dog for the Boulder Colorado Voice & Sight Tag Program

Get your dog off the leash! Boulder County has over 150 miles of trails. Dogs can be on-leash for most and off-leash for many. Give your dog, and yourself, the gift of a reliable recall to take advantage of this program.

We’ll walk you through the process, from the first training session to the application and receiving your tags,

Read more about Boulder’s Voice & Sight Tag Program here: https://bouldercolorado.gov/services/voice-and-sight-program

Training this Border Collie at the client's home.

Serving Boulder, Superior, Longmont, Lafayette, Louisville, Erie, Broomfield, and surrounding areas.

Please contact me via the Contact Form, phone, text, or email to set up a consultation or schedule your first training session.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Michael