The Persuaded Pooch - St. Louis Dog Trainer & Dog Training Classes

The Persuaded Pooch - St. Louis Dog Trainer & Dog Training Classes Professional positive reinforcement dog training, puppy training and puppy socialization services in the St Louis, MO, St. Charles, MO and surrounding areas.

Our trainers are certified, skilled, experienced and committed to ongoing education. Dog. Made. Simple... Professional, certified, positive-reinforcement, results-oriented dog training, puppy socialization and behavior modification in St. Louis MO City, St. Louis MO County, St. Clair IL County.

Ever called your dog... and they just stared at you? 👀Or worse — bolted the other way?That’s why a reliable recall isn’t...
10/06/2025

Ever called your dog... and they just stared at you? 👀

Or worse — bolted the other way?

That’s why a reliable recall isn’t optional — it’s essential. It means safety, freedom, and way less stress (for both of you).

🎉 Huge congrats to our newest Rockin’ Recalls graduates — they turned “maybe later” into “coming in HOT!” 🚀👏

👉 Ready to teach your dog to come when it counts? Our next class kicks off October 12th — don’t miss your spot!

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Wrapped up an insightful weekend at the Aggression in Dogs Conference 🐕💻So many valuable takeaways on behavior, compassi...
10/01/2025

Wrapped up an insightful weekend at the Aggression in Dogs Conference 🐕💻

So many valuable takeaways on behavior, compassionate care, and practical strategies for working with dogs.

Grateful for the opportunity to learn virtually from such knowledgeable and inspiring speakers! ❤️🙌

🍁 You Had Me at Pumpkin Treats 🎃 A big congratulations to our recent grads from Puppy Socialization Class and Top Notch ...
09/25/2025

🍁 You Had Me at Pumpkin Treats 🎃

A big congratulations to our recent grads from Puppy Socialization Class and Top Notch Teens! 🎓🐶

We’re so proud of all the progress you’ve made — here’s to well-mannered pups and all the pumpkin goodies they deserve. 🐾💛

   

🎉🐾 Congratulations to our latest Essential Etiquette graduates! 🐾🎉 These amazing pups have mastered the basics — Sit, D...
09/15/2025

🎉🐾 Congratulations to our latest Essential Etiquette graduates! 🐾🎉

These amazing pups have mastered the basics — Sit, Down, Stay with duration, distance, and distractions — plus they’re now enjoying walks on leash and coming when called! 🐶✨

We’re so proud of all their hard work and dedication. Here’s to many more polite manners, happy walks and well-behaved adventures ahead! 🦴❤️

Ready to get your dog on the path to good manners? Join our next group class and watch your pup shine! 🌟

   

Happy howls for Matilda, who just graduated from Puppy Socialization Class! 🎉Like her famous cousin Snoopy, Matilda is c...
09/11/2025

Happy howls for Matilda, who just graduated from Puppy Socialization Class! 🎉

Like her famous cousin Snoopy, Matilda is charming, clever, and has a nose for fun.

Beagles are known for:
👃 A world-class sense of smell (sniffing is her superpower!)
🎶 Their signature bay (it’s not a bark—it’s a full-on song!)

We can’t wait to see what comes next—long walks, new friends, and who knows, maybe a doghouse adventure worthy of Snoopy himself.

   

🍁🐾 As the leaves change, so have our pups—into confident, curious, and well-socialized stars! 🌟Congratulations to all ou...
09/04/2025

🍁🐾 As the leaves change, so have our pups—into confident, curious, and well-socialized stars! 🌟

Congratulations to all our Puppy Socialization and Top Notch Teens graduates—we couldn’t be prouder of these tiny (and not-so-tiny!) paws taking big steps. 🐶💛

Here’s to a season full of learning, love, and new adventures. 🍂🎓

   

🎓🐾 A big round of applause for Bingo, the adorable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who just graduated from our Puppy Socia...
08/28/2025

🎓🐾 A big round of applause for Bingo, the adorable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who just graduated from our Puppy Socialization Class! 👏🎉

This sweet girl stole everyone’s heart with her gentle nature, silky ears, and those big, expressive eyes 😍. True to her breed, Bingo was affectionate, friendly, and eager to make new friends — both two- and four-legged! 🐶💕

✨ Fun Fact: Known for their calm, loving temperament and easygoing personality, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels were originally bred to warm the laps of British nobility — and their royal charm still shines today. 👑

We’re so proud of Bingo and can’t wait to see all the adventures this little royal embarks on next! 👑🐾

   

The Teenage Dog Phase: What’s Going On?! 🐾If your once-perfect puppy suddenly “forgets” their training, gets a little to...
08/25/2025

The Teenage Dog Phase: What’s Going On?! 🐾

If your once-perfect puppy suddenly “forgets” their training, gets a little too confident, or starts testing boundaries—don’t panic. You’ve got a teenager on your hands! 😅

Just like human teens, adolescent dogs go through a developmental stage where things can feel a little... chaotic. This phase usually kicks in between 6 to 18 months, depending on the breed.

🧠 During this time, your dog may:
✔️ Ignore known cues
✔️ Develop “selective hearing”
✔️ Push boundaries with people or other dogs
✔️ Have big feelings about small things (hello, barking at trash cans?!)

💡 What helps?
✅ Stay consistent with training
✅ Reinforce calm, polite behaviors
✅ Keep socialization positive and safe
✅ Exercise both body and brain
✅ Be patient—they’re still learning!

This phase will pass—and the work you put in now builds the foundation for a confident, well-mannered adult dog. 🙌

Congratulations to this amazing group of pups from our Top Notch Teens class! You’re raising future rockstars. 🐕✨


   

🎓 Polite Greetings! 🐶✨These superstar pups just graduated from our Polite Greetings class—where they learned how to say ...
08/24/2025

🎓 Polite Greetings! 🐶✨

These superstar pups just graduated from our Polite Greetings class—where they learned how to say “hi” without jumping all over guests! 🎉

Through fun, positive training, these dogs practiced:
✔️ Calm, appropriate greetings
✔️ Impulse control
✔️ Engagement and focus with their handlers

Whether it’s greeting visitors at the door or meeting new friends on walks, these pups now know how to keep all four paws on the floor. Way to go, teams! 👏🐾





   

🎓 “Paw-roud Graduates!” 🐾During playtime, pups are grouped based on energy level and size to keep things safe, happy, an...
08/20/2025

🎓 “Paw-roud Graduates!” 🐾
During playtime, pups are grouped based on energy level and size to keep things safe, happy, and fun!

Things to also consider:
🐶 Temperament – shy, bold, playful, or mellow
🤝 Social skills – some pups love group play, while others are more comfortable one-on-one
🧠 Play style – wrestlers, chasers, or quiet observers
🛑 Stress signals – watch closely for any signs that a pup needs a break

✅ Matching dogs with the right playmates ensures a positive, tail-wagging experience for every pup!

🎉 Congrats to Skipper and Lotta on graduating from Puppy Socialization Class! 🐕🐕‍🦺 So proud of you both!

   

Congratulations to Jen with for being voted into St. Louis Magazine’s A-List again! We’re still happy this spot went to...
08/19/2025

Congratulations to Jen with for being voted into St. Louis Magazine’s A-List again! We’re still happy this spot went to skilled and experienced positive reinforcement training company. We’re proud to have been named as a finalist. We thank you for your votes and for your support! ❤️🙏🐶

🎓🐾 Graduation Day for Our Pups! 🐾🎓Big tail wags and congratulations to our amazing pups for graduating from their traini...
08/13/2025

🎓🐾 Graduation Day for Our Pups! 🐾🎓

Big tail wags and congratulations to our amazing pups for graduating from their training classes! 🐶💫

🐾 Some rocked Puppy Socialization Class, gaining confidence through safe exposure to new puppies, people, sights, sounds, and surfaces.

🐾 Others leveled up in Top Notch Teens, working hard on focus, good manners, and impulse control.

Each pup’s journey was unique, but they all grew in confidence, skills, and positive interactions along the way. We couldn’t be prouder! 💛👏

Here’s to many more adventures and continued learning!

   

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St. Louis, MO

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

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