Turning Point Dog Training

Turning Point Dog Training Training that is tailored to fit you and your dog's needs.

Will we see you this summer?Pack Walks will continue at Loew Park at 10 AM. Please continue to sign up in the event we n...
05/31/2026

Will we see you this summer?

Pack Walks will continue at Loew Park at 10 AM. Please continue to sign up in the event we need to change location or time due to inclement or hot weather. Walks are $10 and open to anyone, not just clients. Don’t forget to join us for Cheeto’s benefit pack walk on June 14th! All proceeds on the 14th will go towards Rachel & Cheeto to pay for Cheeto’s upcoming surgery and care.

Structured Daycare will continue to be Monday, Wednesday, Friday with drop off from 7 - 9 AM and pick up any time before 6:30 PM. Daycare is $50 for the day If you have not completed training but are interested in daycare, please email [email protected] to schedule an assessment. We will be offering nail trims ($25) on Wednesday, June 24th.

This month’s pack hike will meet at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park near Szalay’s at 10 AM on Saturday, June 27th. We will be hiking roughly 3.5 miles to complete Furnace Run + Valley Bridle Trail. This is an ON LEASH event that takes place outdoors, so please dress accordingly. Pack hikes are $10 and open to anyone. For more information, you can find details on our website under the Events section.

What other events would you like to see this summer?

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Benefit Pack Walk for Cheeto || June 14th at 10 AMOne of our staff members, Rachel, just learned that her dog Cheeto has...
05/22/2026

Benefit Pack Walk for Cheeto || June 14th at 10 AM

One of our staff members, Rachel, just learned that her dog Cheeto has a full CCL tear and partial meniscus tear. Cheeto needs to undergo surgery to repair the ligaments in his leg. This surgery will cost Rachel around $7,000, so all proceeds from this pack walk will go towards Cheeto’s surgery and recovery.

If you are unable to attend but would still like to donate, you can Venmo Rachel-Loughren. Rachel and Cheeto appreciate all your kind messages, words of encouragement, and donations and they navigate this. We hope to see you there!

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Introducing Emma: our May Client SpotlightEmma is a 4 year old Golden Retriever (she celebrates her fifth birthday next ...
05/18/2026

Introducing Emma: our May Client Spotlight

Emma is a 4 year old Golden Retriever (she celebrates her fifth birthday next month) who lives outside of Brecksville with her mom, Katy. Emma has been a great companion for her since Katy decided to retire. Katy’s favorite thing about Emma is how she is always ready to enjoy the next adventure, whether that be a walk, hike, or swimming.

Emma came to us in February 2026 because Katy felt she was still struggling to manage Emma’s overexcitement, counter surfing, off leash recall, and other impulsive behaviors despite ongoing training with a different trainer. At the assessment it was determined that Emma was a very obedient dog, but nothing was being done to teach her that off switch that Katy so desperately wanted. Katy wanted to get Emma to a place where she could trust her not to jump on people or steal things from their hands, learn more about how to work through that excitement, and teach Emma how to settle on her own.

Over the last 3.5 months this team has made huge strides! Katy said the most valuable thing she has learned through training is to lessen the constant stimulation she is providing to Emma and allow Emma to work through some of that boredom. For example, Katy used to constantly pet and talk to Emma, whereas now Katy gives direction and holds Emma accountable. Katy also noted that there is more to exercise than just fetch and walks. Finding ways to exercise Emma’s brain are beneficial as well. Katy and Emma continue to work on entering new situations with a calm and relaxed approach. Katy continues to grow as a handler and gets better and better about stepping outside of her comfort zone to try new experiences with Emma.

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05/12/2026

Introducing our new three day, dog reactivity seminar led by Kel.

This seminar is designed for dog owners who are struggling with leash reactivity. Over the course of three days, we will be focusing on building better communication, improving handling skills and creating practical strategies that you can apply in everyday life.

Seminar dates:
5/29
5/30
5/31

Whether you’re starting to work through reactivity or looking for more structure and guidance, this seminar will provide hands-on coaching in real-world training support.

Head to the events page on our website to sign up.
Spots are limited!

Meet our tallest client spotlight to date, Taj!Taj is a 10 month old Kangal who lives outside of Akron with his parents....
04/30/2026

Meet our tallest client spotlight to date, Taj!

Taj is a 10 month old Kangal who lives outside of Akron with his parents. If you’re not familiar, a Kangal is a Turkish livestock guardian. Kangals can reach up to 33 inches in height and weigh up to 150 lbs! Taj’s mom, JJ, said her favorite thing about Taj is how sweet he is and that he gives the best kisses.

Taj started coming to training around 7 months old because his parents wanted to set their large puppy up for success. They originally reached out to address jumping and leash manners, and work towards Taj becoming a therapy dog and a solid hiking companion.

JJ and Taj continue to work on sit and down stays around distractions, walking nicely on leash, and building confidence on different floor textures. The most important thing JJ has learned during training is that consistency and structure are key to success. By teaching Taj the rules and enforcing those expectations, Taj is blossoming into a very sweet, loving, and giant teenager.

“Taj is a great puppy and the Kangal breed is a very smart and independent breed. We knew before we got him that proper and consistent training is a must! He is a good puppy and wants to learn! We are so pleased with the progress that Kel has made with him! We also love that he can now participate in the day care services at TPDT. We wanted him to have social play time with other dogs but we were uncomfortable with other dog day care centers, that really do not monitor the dogs playing etc. and allow too many dogs playing at once. We like that TPDT controls the play groups and we like that they know which dogs get along with what dog!”

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May events are here & include a new puppy class & reactivity workshop!Our Puppy Development class runs on Tuesdays at 6:...
04/27/2026

May events are here & include a new puppy class & reactivity workshop!

Our Puppy Development class runs on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM starting on May 26th. This class is best suited for puppies 6 months old and younger. We cover engagement and relationship building, basic obedience, proper socialization, confidence building, nutrition coaching, and more. The cost of class is $375. You can sign up under the Events section on our website.

We will also be hosting our first three-day reactivity workshop from May 29th - 31st. This seminar will address what reactivity is, why it happens, and how to create lasting change with your dog. This seminar will start with in-depth lectures and transition to working with your dog through reactivity exercises. The cost of the seminar is $350 and space is limited! You can sign up under the Events section on our website.

Pack Walks will continue at Loew Park at 10 AM. Please continue to sign up in the event we need to change location due to inclement weather. Walks are $10 and open to anyone, not just clients.

Structured Daycare will continue to be Monday, Wednesday, Friday with drop off from 7 - 9 AM and pick up any time before 6:30 PM. Daycare is $50 for the day If you have not completed training but are interested in daycare, please email [email protected] to schedule an assessment. We will be offering nail trims ($25) on Wednesday, May 20th.

This month’s pack hike will meet at Mill Stream Run Reservation at 10 AM on Saturday, May 9th. This is an ON LEASH event that takes place outdoors, so please dress accordingly. Pack hikes are $10 and open to anyone. For more information, you can find details on our website under the Events section.

We can’t wait to see you this spring!
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Happy (belated) National Pet Day from some of the dogs who have been in our care this month! Do you recognize anyone?———...
04/12/2026

Happy (belated) National Pet Day from some of the dogs who have been in our care this month!

Do you recognize anyone?
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Meet our small but mighty February board and train crew!Cosmo and Bruce joined us for two and three week board and train...
04/07/2026

Meet our small but mighty February board and train crew!

Cosmo and Bruce joined us for two and three week board and trains this winter so they could have a fun-filled summer with their families. Cosmo may look familiar as he is a frequent flyer at pack walks and completed puppy training with us. We probably won’t be seeing Bruce as he prepares for a big out of state move later this year!

If you are interested in a board and train for your dog, please fill out the inquiry on our website. We are currently booking into the June and July months, so don’t wait!

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We have more outdoor events planned for April!Pack Walks are officially back at Loew Park for the spring and summer! If ...
03/28/2026

We have more outdoor events planned for April!

Pack Walks are officially back at Loew Park for the spring and summer! If we are able to accommodate a change in location due to poor weather we will send out an email Saturday evening. Pack walks begin at 10 AM and are $10. These walks are open to anyone, not just clients! Sign ups can be found on our website.

Structured Daycare is Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Drop off is between 7-9 AM with pick up any time before 6:30 PM. It is $50 for the day. If you have not completed training with us, please reach out to [email protected] to schedule an assessment for your dog. We’ll be offering nails trims again ($25) on Wednesday, April 22nd.

This month’s pack hike will meet at the South Mastick Picnic Area at Rocky River Reservation at 10 AM on Saturday, April 4th. This is an ON leash event that takes place outdoors, so please dress appropriately. Pack hikes are $10 to attend and open to anyone. Please check our website to sign up.

THREE spaces remaining for our Canine Good Citizen class. Class starts on Thursday, April 2nd at 6:30 PM and will last four weeks with the option to test on April 30th. The CGC is a great way to test your training, work towards your first title, and build a better bond with your dog. An assessment must be completed prior to class to see if this is a good fit for you and your dog. You can find the sign up on our website.

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3504 Stanford Avenue
Cleveland, OH
44109

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 7pm

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