Business Details
21 Years
experience
Professional Dog Training Services in New England
Beyond The Leash has been dedicated to professional dog training since 2005, offering reliable, lifelong solutions for dog owners across New England. Our team, led by renowned trainer Scott Williams, specializes in addressing complex behavioral issues through customized programs including board-and-train boot camps, private lessons, and follow-up classes. With over 15 years of experience, we combine proven methodologies with compassionate training to create harmonious relationships between dogs and their owners. Our services cater to dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments, including those deemed 'untrainable' by other programs. We emphasize owner education to ensure lasting results, supported by a 4,200 sq. ft. training facility and mobile services across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.Client testimonials highlight transformative outcomes for dogs with aggression, anxiety, and severe disobedience. We maintain rigorous health standards for boarding programs and provide ongoing support to graduates through exclusive boarding services. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 100% satisfaction guarantee and industry recognition as a trusted leader in canine behavior solutions.
Services
Dog Boot Camp
Private Classes
Solution Session
Group Classes
Aggressive Dog Training
Canine Anxiety Solutions
Barking Dogs Solutions
Fearful Dog Training
Leash Pulling
Run Away Dogs
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in professional dog training
- We offer completely customizable training packages for individual needs
- Our team specializes in difficult behavior cases with proven success
- We provide follow-up classes to maintain training effectiveness
- We serve MA, NH, and ME with both in-home and facility options
What people say
Fantastic results
Tremendous patience
Amazing change
Highly recommend
Professional expertise
Services
Dog Boot Camp
Our intensive boarding and training program provides professional instruction for dogs with severe behavioral issues. Lasting 2-3 weeks, this program includes daily training sessions in varied environments and follow-up handler lessons. Ideal for owners with limited time or dogs requiring specialized attention, the program addresses aggression, anxiety, and obedience challenges through structured, immersive learning.
Private Classes
Customized training sessions conducted at your home or our facility focus on foundational obedience and behavior modification. Programs include personalized homework assignments and flexible scheduling to accommodate owner availability. This option emphasizes owner education to ensure consistent training implementation, with sessions tailored to specific household dynamics and canine needs.
Solution Session
A 60-minute in-home evaluation identifies specific behavioral issues and develops targeted training strategies. The session includes immediate training demonstrations and practical tips for managing problem behaviors. This service helps determine program suitability for both dog and owner while creating a customized roadmap for successful training outcomes.
Aggressive Dog Training
Specialized programs address fear-based and territorial aggression through controlled exposure and positive reinforcement techniques. Our experienced trainers implement gradual desensitization protocols while teaching owners effective management strategies. Success stories include dogs previously deemed untrainable due to severe aggression toward people or other animals.
Canine Anxiety Solutions
Custom treatment plans address separation anxiety and environmental stressors through structured routines and confidence-building exercises. Training focuses on creating positive associations and developing coping mechanisms. Owners learn to recognize anxiety triggers and implement calming techniques for long-term behavioral improvement.
People
Scott Williams
Lead Trainer
With over 15 years of experience, Scott Williams specializes in transforming difficult dogs through compassionate, science-based training methods. He has successfully rehabilitated hundreds of dogs with severe behavioral issues.
Jess Williams
Trainer
Jess Williams brings extensive experience in canine behavior modification, working closely with Scott to implement training programs and support client success through follow-up sessions.
Questions
What services do you offer for difficult dogs?
We specialize in behavior modification for dogs with aggression, anxiety, and severe disobedience through our boot camp and private training programs.
How do I start the training process?
Begin with a Solution Session where we assess your dog's behavior and recommend the most effective training program for your specific needs.
Do you serve areas outside Massachusetts?
Yes, we provide services throughout New Hampshire and Maine in addition to Massachusetts.
What health requirements are needed for boarding?
Dogs must have up-to-date rabies vaccination and a recent health certificate from a veterinarian within 10 days of program start.
How long do training results last?
Our programs focus on lifelong behavior changes through owner education and follow-up training sessions to maintain effectiveness.
Reviews (7)
Nandhini Ravichandran
Jun 26, 2022
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We took Tintin to Niagara Falls last night and while we were there, the fireworks started and not to mention there were atleast 3000 + people there cheering and screaming. Through it all, Tintin maintained his heel, walked perfectly, sat calmly & didn't once try to eat any food (there was so much food littered). He was so perfect! We never have to leave him home when we go anywhere, even to super crowded places now thanks to you! Eric, your training really works. Thanks a lot!
Danielle Olding
Jun 06, 2022
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Could not ask for a better trainer. Eric and his crew and allowed us to develop our dog Far beyond we ever could have imagined! He's allowed us to have amazing off leash adventures with Hops!
Wojtek Kotasinski
Jun 02, 2022
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Just started training my dog with Eric and IT WORKS! His training methods make sense. His method help build good relationship between owner and the dog. He actually not teaching dog's tricks but healthy way to own the dog. He is focusing to teach dog owners how to handle the dog. His method helps dog to be a dog and owners enjoy life with his best friend. Well managed dog is happier dog. So far my dog "Zuzia" day after day show great improvement and has more predictable behaviour.
Liza Essa
May 28, 2022
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The best thing you can do for yourself and your fur baby is signning up with beyond the leash Training. I took my GS for his novice training last summer. Our instructor was Stephanie. I loved the way she taught and how firm she was about it. She made sure we understood and followed the instructions correctly. There was no time being wasted. Thank you so much to all the staff of Beyond The Leash K9 Training for all your hard work.
J. C.
May 24, 2022
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Thank you Beyond the leash! The whole team is amazing! I never could have of imagined My Mya so well behaved, I get compliments everywhere I go on her behaviour now, even when I'm just sitting. She gets to do so much more now because she listens when it's important, thank you! I highly recommend!
Rindi Pawan
May 18, 2022
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We are so thrilled with Beyond The Leash K9 Training. We are first time dog owners and everything they have taught us has worked. Our dog is so well behaved thanks to their training that we often hear others describe our American Bully female as calm, well behaved, very disciplined, listens the first time. One person even said she behaved with military style precision. We are so glad we entrusted our dog's training to Eric and his team.
Raychel Klotz
May 18, 2022
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I'm giving two stars as I believe the training works. I just had issues with the owner. We attended 2 classes. The class had such a negative energy about it. I left the first class with dogs in tears because I couldn't control her anxiety. My puppy was initially going to be trained as a service dog for myself as I struggle severely with mental health. After finding out my puppy has high anxiety (which I was just told to keep popping the collar) I unfortunately had to return her to the breeder.
This was extremely hard but my health was declining fast. As I only took 2 classes I was hoping that the owner would look at this special situation and help me out. I know there is a no refund policy, but I was hoping for something back or to be able to transfer my classes to another person who could use them.
This was extremely hard but my health was declining fast. As I only took 2 classes I was hoping that the owner would look at this special situation and help me out. I know there is a no refund policy, but I was hoping for something back or to be able to transfer my classes to another person who could use them.
