Tyler did amazing work with my 6 month old Frenchie who I got from the breeder on 12/29/23
He had just been left to grow up and knew no commands. Had never even had a leash or collar on before and he totally shut down when it was on him. I'm in a wheelchair, and fully training a dog myself was out of the question.
On Jan 8th Cyclone left with Tyler for his 2 week board and train. Tyler built his confidence and skill sets up day by day. I now have a dog who heels next to my wheelchair and walker, sits, downs, goes to "place" comes when called, off/leave it, load up into a car, climb stairs up to my bed and back down. He is so calm and confident on and off leash! Tyler kept me updated daily with pics, videos and comments.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Top Dog Tampa and Tyler wether you just want a basic dog obedience program or a board and train for a fully trained off leash obedient dog, Top Dog Tampa is the tops!
— Jill P.
Tyler is the ultimate dog whisperer. He took our uncontrollable, unwalkable, highly energetic and unfocused GSP puppy and trained her in just a couple of weeks. What a difference in behavior. Hard to believe he returned the same dog. Our puppy is now a well-behaved, obedient and a pleasure to be with. Walks with a leash or without are a breeze without the constant tugging, lunging and sprints to any bird, squirrel or sound getting in her path. She will even follow along when I am on a bike - the best way for her to get the exercise she requires.
On my rural farm property, she no longer hops the fence to meet with the neighbor's cows and horses. She has learn her boundaries on the property and will always respond when I call her back. I cannot say enough about Tyler's passion for training. He goes the extra mile and then some. He uploads photos and videos everyday for you to follow along. He loves these dogs and the dogs love him. My dog goes through withdrawal when she comes back from a training session or boarding with Tyler. The first few months before training, was at the mercy of the puppy. I followed and react to her wild behavior. Now, she follows me, whether it's for a walk, a bike ride or a car ride. Tyler trains the dogs in many environments around Tampa so you can go anywhere and rest assure the dog will still behave appropriately. Busy streets with traffic noises/sirens, riverwalk, inside a store, plazas, sidewalks, parks, the dog just behaves. Thank you Tyler! You have provided me with my dream dog. Highly, Highly recommend Top Dog Tampa. Best money I ever spent on a dog.
— Adrian M.
Tyler at Top Dog Tampa is absolutely Amazing with dogs ! We drove our 17 month old German Shepherd from East Tn to Tampa for training. It was a long drive But worth every hour of the road trip.
The transformation Jake made in 14 days was unbelievable. As you can see on Top Dog Tampa instagram page Jake’s drop off day to the pick up day when I was walking him of leash.
Oh I forgot to mention Jake is 140lbs, and I could actually walk him on or off leash. It’s hard for me to tell the amazement we had in a trainer that can make such a huge difference in 14 days.
We’re home now in East TN and continuing what Tyler taught us and Jake’s doing Super. We Highly Recommend Top Dog Tampa!
— Lorie W.
I am so grateful to have found Tyler when we did, our 6 month old Goldendoodle Teddy did the 2 week B&T with Tyler, the Teddy that left was chaos - no self control, & overall just an unmannered puppy, the Teddy we have now is so well mannered for such a young age. As a family we looked forward to being able to take social walks in crowded areas that are local in Tampa but it was a trigger for Teddy, he was ready to chase anyone & anything with no hesitation. It’s been 1 week of having him back home with us & the change we see in him is INCREDIBLE. There are no words to express how well this experience went & not to mention how great Tyler is from the start, he made you feel comfortable & at ease that our baby was in good hands. If you’re questioning if it’s worth it ? DON’T just GO FOR IT!
— Melissa V.
I can not recommend Top Dog Tampa enough! My dogs are 3 & 8 years old and I wish I would have done this years ago! The 2 week board & train program has transformed my dogs completely. Tyler and his team sent me daily updates and photos throughout the program which made me feel as ease and I was thrilled with the quick progress they were making.
We’re continuing to work with Tyler to reinforce the training after the 2 weeks. I feel like he truly cares about each dog that he works with and wants for both the owner and the dogs to succeed.
This has set up my pups to lead a more fun and fulfilled life.
If you’re thinking about getting professional training for your best friend, definitely give Tyler a call! He will answer every question & give you all the tools you need to enrich your life with your dog!
— Natalie A.
Tyler did such a great job with our puppy Kali. He worked with her at an early age and we knew we wanted him to do the board and train for us. His energy and enthusiasm in working with her was just incredible. He was extremely patient with her and with us and made sure we were kept update the entire two weeks. We had messages and pictures everyday with updates on her progress. He took her everywhere he could and we could tell an immediate difference in her behavior when we got her back. She loved playing with his dog too, and she got socialized really well.
It has been a week since we picked her up and her behavior is remarkably better. I would absolutely recommend Tyler for any of his training services, but the Board and Train for 2 weeks was well worth it for us. Her behavior is better, and now she can be walked off leash and we know she will return when we ask her to. She has also learned lots of important tricks and house manners that she didn't have before. Thanks Tyler!
— Logan C.
Tyler completely changed our relationship with our dogs for the BETTER! Thanks to his patient, kind, and efficient training, my husband and I can enjoy relaxing dinners at home without the dogs creating chaos and having guests over without our dogs jumping on them nonstop. I highly recommend Tyler for any and all dog training needs. He is quick to communicate and always honest, there was no second guessing or wondering what was happening with our dogs. His training program was worth every penny and we're so excited to finally take our dogs out on adventures, something we've wanted to do since we got them!
Thank you Tyler for everything you have done!!!!
— Alexandra D.
Top Dog Tampa is the way to go, if you're seeking a fantastic experience for you and your pup!
I enrolled my 2 girls for the 14 day bootcamp and they came home with so many new behaviors, that I am still in shock over the progress Tyler was able to make in such a short time. And, my girls are 7 and 9. So you can teach an older dog, new tricks (behaviors).
My husband and I always wanted to enjoy more outdoor activities with our pups and now we can!! The manners are now part of everyday life and they are an absolute pleasure to walk.
Thank you Tyler for taking such good care of our girls and training them like your own! We are so grateful!!!
— Ellie W.
Tyler is amazing and I couldn't recommended more. We adopted a 4 year old dog from the humane society who had zero training and couldn't even comprehend what a command was.
Training an adult dog is much harder but our pup came back in amazing shape knowing all the commands. We were blown away. I've sent 4 dogs to Tyler since, which is putting my own name behind it. Don't think twice. Use Top Dog.
— Gates G.
Tyler is an amazing trainer! The way he connects with both the dogs and owners is incredible. He took our very wild puppy and transformed her into a dog people enjoy being around. He approaches training in a laid back and realistic way which I really appreciated it. He took time to learn about our family and needs and focused on making our dog perfect for our family. I cannot say enough great things about Tyler and Top Dog Tampa— I recommend him to everyone I know with dogs and we will use him for any future dogs.
— Molly H.
We could not be happier with our choice to use Tyler at Top Dog to train our 8 month old puppy! Tyler had great communication while having Ellie for her 2 week training. She came home knowing so many great daily commands. She overall is a better behaved dog who listens to our commands which has led to happier dog parents! I would 100% recommend Tyler and Top Dog to anyone looking for off leash obedience training! It is amazing how much Tyler teaches in just 2 weeks!
— Julie B.
I started working with Tyler over a year and an half ago. I wanted to have my Doberman trained to be a therapy dog and work in my classroom. He is amazing and taught him commands in 60 minute sessions. In that 60 minutes, he also taught me how to lead him effectively. He also adapted his instruction as necessary, if my dog was catching on quickly, he’d add more challenging tasks and/or distractions so the entire time was utilized! No time wasted! My dog continues to have sessions with Tyler to keep his skills sharp. Tyler is also very fun, RELIABLE and communicative! You can tell he loves working with dogs and people. I would definitely recommend him!!! And so would my dog.😊
— Karen J.
Tyler really helped cookie get over a lot of her anxieties when walking out and about. (And the vacuum 😂) She used to pull on the leash, bark at other dogs when we went out, and overall she had super bad anxiety!! She is more confident now than ever and it’s been such a great experience. He sent photo and video updates every day , and I could tell by the end of the two weeks they had really bonded ! He even included some follow up training sessions with him, and tools to bring home to help her work through some more things with me. Overall 10/10 experience and well worth the investment!
— Brittany A.
I am thrilled to recommend Tyler and TOP DOG Training for anyone seeking exceptional dog training services. My experience with Tyler has been nothing short of outstanding. He trained both of my German Shepherds, Molly and Maya, and the results have been remarkable.
Tyler possesses a unique ability to connect with dogs, understanding their needs and behaviors in a way that truly enhances the training experience. His personalized approach and dedication to each dog ensure that they not only learn commands but also develop good manners and social skills.
Thanks to Tyler’s expertise, both of my dogs are well-behaved and have a better quality of life. He takes the time to address any specific issues and provides practical solutions that work. The investment in his training services has been worth every penny!
If you’re looking for a knowledgeable and compassionate trainer, I highly recommend Tyler and TOP DOG Training. You will be grateful for the positive changes he brings to your dogs’ lives!
Thank you!
— Robert C.
We were incredibly impressed with Top Dog Tampa's off-leash dog training program. Tyler was exceptional. He kept us well-informed throughout the entire process, ensuring we knew exactly how Apollo (8-month mini-schnauzer puppy) was doing. The care he took to ensure Apollo's safety and well being was evident - especially since it was his first time away from home. Also, we were amazed by the extensive outings he took Apollo on to expose him to different environments and people.
When Apollo returned home, we noticed a remarkable improvement in his behavior. He clearly understood the commands he was taught, and Tyler provided excellent follow-up to reinforce the training and guide us on how to continue it at home.
We highly recommend Top Dog Tampa for their professional and effective dog training and boarding services!
— M Eakins.
Tyler did a fantastic job working with our 1 year old mini goldendoodle! We were struggling with getting her to listen to commands, jumping on things and people, and barking at everything. She came home incredibly obedient, took her some getting used to at home but she is now more attentive, listens for commands, and gets excited to see what’s next. Tyler was so kind and made us feel at ease knowing she was in good hands. He ensured she was well taken care of during her two weeks away! Highly recommend Top Dog Tampa for board and train.
— Krupa P.
Tyler worked wonders with our Great Dane puppy. The two week board and train was the best investment our family could have made our new dog. Not only time spent with our dog, but the time they have spent training us as well is something we will always be thankful for. I could not speak more highly of our experience with TopDog Tampa. Thank you Tyler!
— Samantha K.