BLACK BELT CANINE ACADEMY
Tucson's Premier Dog Training
Former Hollywood Trainer
WHY CHOOSE BLACK BELT CANINE ACADEMY?
We know: families simply want a dog that is easy to get a long with — an animal that is a functioning member of their pack. We can help.
Experienced, Professional Trainers
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Customized Training Plans
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Focused on Lasting Results, Not Gimmicks
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Clear Communication & Lifetime Support
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Trusted by Tucson Families & Vets
Black Belt Canine Academy is Tucson’s trusted leader in professional dog training. We offer structured, personalized programs that build focus, obedience, and confidence in dogs of all ages and breeds. From puppy foundations to complex behavior issues like aggression and reactivity, our expert trainers use clear, humane and balanced training methods that get real results. Located in Catalina Foothills, we proudly serve the greater Tucson area with in-home training. If you’re looking for lasting behavior change—not just temporary fixes—Black Belt Canine Academy is the clear choice.
EXPERT DOG TRAINING FOR YOUR FAMILY
Stop watching that ineffective TikTok and call us for all your dog training needs. Black Belt Canine Academy brings elite-level puppy training, behavior modification, obedience training and reactive dog training to your doorstep.
Looking to learn more about balanced dog training? Canine psychology? Pack leadership?
Put that generic book back on the shelf and get your copy of Black Belt Canine Academy: The Ultimate Guide to Dog Training today.
WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
At Black Belt Canine Academy, our mission is to provide top-quality dog training services that help dogs and their owners build strong, lasting relationships. With more than 20 years of experience in animal training, we set out to deliver fast and effective results for all breeds and behaviors.
Our Approach
We believe dog training should be about more than just dog obedience—it should build a stronger bond between you and your pet. Our philosophy is rooted in respect for your dog’s intelligence and their ability to grow into a calm, reliable companion with the right guidance.
Home of the One'n'Done Session
Our most popular package! We come to you to assess and address your animal behavior needs in a single session. Our expert dog trainer will teach up to 1-2 skills in 1-2 hours. This is also the perfect starting place if you are looking for more – like obedience, puppy training, support dog training, or behavior modification.
THE BEST DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINER IN THE BUSINESS
Build Respect. Earn Trust. Create Lasting Results.
At Black Belt Canine Academy, we believe obedience is more than commands—it’s about communication, consistency, and confidence. Our professional dog obedience training in Tucson helps you establish a strong foundation of respect and reliability between you and your dog.
Whether you’re raising a puppy or managing an adult dog with behavior issues, our programs are tailored to meet your goals. We teach essential commands like sit, stay, down, come, and heel, while also addressing leash manners and door etiquette.
Our obedience training is ideal for:
Puppies learning their first commands
Adopted dogs needing structure
High-energy or reactive dogs
Families who want calm, obedient companions
Behavior Modification – Address problem behaviors such as leash pulling, jumping, and separation anxiety.
Aggression – Rehabilitate reactivity, resource guarding and other dangerous behaviors.
Working Dogs – Training for therapy dogs, service animals, scent tracking and other skills.
The American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen is a 10-skill test that teaches good manners to dogs and responsible dog ownership to their owners.
- Accepting a friendly stranger
- Sitting politely for petting
- Appearance and grooming
- Walking on a lead
- Walking through a crowd
- Sit, down and stay
- Come
- Reactivity
- Distraction proofing
- Supervised separation
We cover all ten skills in our obedience package AND we have a certified evaluator so you can obtain your credentials with ease.
Unleashed Praise
Megan Herber2025-05-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our dog Cali developed severe aggression/reactivity toward other dogs living in the city. It became impossible to walk her around the streets as she would not be able to handle seeing even a tiny dog far away. With training, she has been able to tolerate walks and even get to know and be comfortable with a few other dogs. Andrew is calm and confident and gives great advice. Dogs seem to enjoy time with him and also respect him. Highly recommend! Robert R2025-05-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Real Life Dog Whisperer! I’d heard there was a guy in town who was better than the dog whisperer, so I went about trying to find this person. Well, it’s true people, Andrew taught my German Shepard basic obedience and if you didn’t know better, you’d swear she’s a legit working dog. Daniel John2025-05-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My dog Bolin has had good recall when we are alone, but has always struggled in stimulating environments. Andrew was super patient and worked with us to correct the behavior. I am very thankful for the help, it has made hikes and visits to the dog park much less stressful! Ryan Stouffer2025-05-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andrew helped me train my severely reactive dog. Among plenty of other things, I learned how to keep her attention when she is on her leash, even when other dogs are in sight. It has improved my quality of life and my dog's. She gets more and longer walks and is much happier. Shruti Nyer2025-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family had a great experience with Black Belt and working with Andrew specifically. After welcoming our daughter into our family, we knew it was time to finally get our dog’s behavioral issues under control. Before training, he was constantly going potty around the house, nonstop barking up a storm every time someone crossed in front of the house, etc. Especially with a new baby, it was becoming a lot to figure out on our own. It was such a blessing to be able to hand off the reins to someone with more experience and knowledge and know our beloved pet is in great hands. Bonus that he really understood our need to make sure our pup did well with our baby, as a parent himself! Well worth every cent. Thank you guys again!! Alisa Edmondson2025-04-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Definitely would recommend. Really helped get our lab to listen to commands and stop eating off the counters!! Matthew Meyer2025-04-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Unmatched professionalism, customer service, and quality of training. My Pomeranian went from being an absolutely unbearable terror to being a well behaved and integral part of my family thanks to Black Belt’s comprehensive training.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
HELP IS ONE CALL AWAY
We love our customers, so feel free to call anytime. If we don’t answer, please leave a voicemail or send us a text and we will call you back!
HOURS
Mon 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am – 7:00 pm