Dog Trainer in Ma

“Wow! After one training session these are different dogs. I’ve learned so much, they are happier, and I’m over the moon! It makes a huge difference having a trainer come to the house to teach instead of being in a class with a lot of other dogs where they can be so distracted.” – Jean Wolcott, Merriment Kennel, Hamilton
Atlantic K9 | Professional Dog Training in Ma
Patches is a ball of energy, but this Jack Russell Terrier is taking a nap.
Jack Russell Terriers Love to Sleep
Jack Russell Terriers Playing in MA
This Short Legged Jack Russell Terrier looks Innocent.

Kathleen O’Connell

Kathleen O'Connell with Kita, one of her three German Shepherds.

You love your dog. It may be young, old, small, large, purebred, or a “Heinz 57.” What counts is that you have a relationship, and you want it to be the best it can be.

I can help. Since 2001, I have applied my unique program of dog training to assist owners of puppies, mature pets, rescues and adoptees. Before training begins, I come to your home, evaluate your dog in its own environment, and then design an individualized program based on your lifestyle and your dog’s unique needs.

Building upon a foundation that respects the canine’s magnificent inate intelligence and desire for an Alpha leader, I combine positive training techniques, the latest understanding of animal behavior, and my experience as an owner and breeder, to create a program that trains both the dog and the owner(s).

The result: Well adjusted animals AND humans. Barks and smiles all around.

Thank you for visiting our site. Please browse our pages to learn more about our services, and let us know how we can help you enrich and enjoy the bond that has been shared by humankind and dog for more than 14,000 years.

Once your dog learns physical cues, we move into associating these cues with verbal commands.

Dog Training in Ma

Is your dog training not working? Does your dog pull on the leash? Bark at other dogs when walking? Jump on family and friends? Steal food?

Something is out of balance, and I can help restore it.

Training your dog in Massachusetts


Jack Russell's running out of the basket

Jack Russell's running out of the basket.

Jack Russell Terriers Ma

My Jack Russell’s are bred for well balanced temperaments, sociability, and train-ability. I carefully choose a line of Jack Russell Terriers to produce very sweet temperaments and lovable with people, great with kids as well as good with other dogs.

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German Shepherd Puppies

German Shepherd Puppies

German Shepherd Puppies working lines bred for excellent temperament, health and trainability.  My breeding program for  German Shepherds make great companion family house pets as well as police dogs and dog sport competition training.

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Abandoned and abused animals deserve a second lease on life. We can help you give it to them.

Behavior Modification

When we hear the expression, “It shouldn’t happen to a dog,” we see red. Abuse and abandonment breaks the spirits of good dogs, and destroys the spirits of those with potential. We believe that in the right hands, you CAN teach an old dog new tricks.

Learn more about behavior modification, and what you can do to help.