Helping puppies and adult dogs overcome obedience and behavior challenges through personalized one-on-one training in your home and real-world environments.
✔ Serving Salem Since 2018
✔ Positive, Reward-Based Training
✔ Customized for Your Dog & Family
For many families, dog training isn’t just about teaching commands—it’s about creating a calmer, more enjoyable life together.
Since 2018, Glen Kilgore has helped dog owners throughout Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley build better communication with their dogs through personalized, one-on-one instruction.
Every lesson is taught by Glen and tailored to your dog’s personality, your family’s goals, and the environment where your dog lives every day.
Rather than relying on one-size-fits-all programs, you’ll learn practical techniques you can confidently use at home, on walks, and in everyday situations so your dog’s good behavior lasts long after the training sessions are complete.
“Glen is a great trainer. We learned very quickly that we needed training as much as our pup. He was patient with all of us, and it was a great experience. Would do it again without question.”
Anne N.
“Glen is very patient and very reasonably priced. Also it’s very convenient that he does the training in home. It’s so satisfying to see my dog’s behavior improve.”
Zoltan W.
“Glen has been a wonderful trainer to work with. He’s given us many tools that have helped us tame our rowdy boy which has been extremely valuable with having a new baby. We are very happy with his services and would recommend him to anyone who needs a friendly trainer for their fur baby.”
Nakeysha E.
Smart Dog Pet Training provides private in-home dog training for puppies and adult dogs throughout Salem and the surrounding Mid-Willamette Valley communities. Click your city below to learn more about our local training services.
Every dog is different, but many families face the same everyday challenges. Whether you have a playful puppy or an adult dog with behavior issues, our personalized in-home training helps build better manners, stronger communication, and lasting results where they matter most—at home and in everyday life.
Learn to enjoy relaxed walks together.
Build good habits early and redirect playful nipping.
Teach polite greetings with family
Develop a reliable “Come” even with distractions.
Encourage quieter behavior with positive training.
Build confidence and improve focus in challenging situations.
Every dog learns differently. That’s why we tailor every training program to your dog’s age, personality, and goals. Whether you’re raising a new puppy or working through behavior challenges, we’ll create a training plan that fits your family and lifestyle.
Build confidence, good manners, and social skills during your puppy’s most important learning months.
Practice your dog’s skills in parks, neighborhoods, pet stores, and other real-world environments.
Teach reliable commands, loose-leash walking, recall, and everyday manners at home and in public.
One-on-one coaching in your home where your dog is most comfortable and where real behavior happens.
Address barking, jumping, fear, anxiety, and reactivity with positive, reward-based training.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your dog’s behavior and receive a personalized training recommendation.
Getting started is simple. Every training program is personalized to your dog’s needs and your family’s goals. From your free consultation to practicing skills in everyday situations, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
We’ll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and recommend the training program that’s right for your dog.
We’ll meet in your home, evaluate your dog’s behavior, discuss your goals, and begin building a personalized training plan.
Every lesson is customized to your dog’s personality, learning style, and your family’s goals.
Build reliable obedience and better behavior through personalized instruction, practice, and ongoing support.
As your dog progresses, we’ll practice at home, on neighborhood walks, in parks, and at pet-friendly locations so good behavior becomes part of everyday life.
Ready to build a calmer, better-behaved dog? Complete the form below, and we’ll contact you to discuss your goals, answer your questions, and recommend the training program that’s the best fit for your dog and family.
