We offer daycare services for dogs and puppies, private and group classes, obedience training, and more. Saturdays and Sundays are By Appointment Only
We're Canine Craze Performance Center and we've been a dog training and dog day school facility here in Urbandale, IA, since 2001. We believe in using positive reinforcement training and clicker training to help dogs learn. We're looking forward to growing our business to continue to serve the greater Des Moines area and partnering with Polk County's consumers to be the best dog training facility
in the area. We'd like to personally invite you to contact us today for all your dog training and dog day care services!
08/26/2025
🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾
Today we celebrate the incredible companions who bring so much joy, love, and loyalty into our lives — our dogs! From silly zoomies to quiet cuddles, from learning new skills to simply being by our side, dogs make every day brighter.
At Canine Craze, we’re honored to help dogs and their people grow together through training, enrichment, and connection. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about having a good dog — it’s about building an unshakable relationship with your best friend.
Hug your pup a little tighter today, and let’s celebrate everything that makes them family.
Share a picture of your dog in the comments so we can celebrate together!
08/25/2025
🐾 Back to School… for EVERYONE! 🐾
The kids are headed back to the classroom — but what about the dog?
While your human students are learning math, reading, and science, your pup could be learning manners, confidence, and real-life skills at Canine Craze!
Our Day Training programs are like school for dogs — filled with:
- Structured training sessions
- Enrichment and problem-solving
- Socialization with other dogs
- Guidance from professional trainers
Give your pup a productive, fun-filled day while you get things done. Because well-trained dogs don’t just happen — they’re made with practice, patience, and a little help from their favorite teachers.
🐾 Train Anytime, Anywhere with our Dog Perfect Membership! 🐾
Looking for a way to keep training fun, flexible, and effective — even from home? The Dog Perfect Membership, part of our Craze Trained Club, is designed to give you and your dog the tools to keep growing together no matter where you are.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Access to exclusive training videos & lessons from Canine Craze trainers
- Games and exercises to build skills, focus, and confidence
- Step-by-step guidance that makes training easy to follow at home
- Support from a community dedicated to reaching training goals
With a Dog Perfect membership, training isn’t limited to the classroom — it becomes part of everyday life. From fine-tuning manners to learning new skills, this membership keeps you and your pup moving forward with purpose.
At Canine Craze, we know that training isn’t about fitting dogs into a “one-size-fits-all” mold — it’s about understanding who your dog is. Each pup learns, plays, and communicates differently, and honoring those differences makes training more effective, more fun, and more meaningful.
Why this matters:
- Builds trust and a stronger relationship between you and your dog
- Reduces stress by teaching in ways your dog understands
- Encourages confidence through success, not comparison
- Provides clearer communication between you and your dog
Instead of asking, “Why isn’t my dog behaving like that other dog?” try asking, “What does my dog need to thrive?” That’s where the magic happens of turning training into teamwork.
Celebrate your dog for who they are, and you’ll be amazed at the partnership you can build together.
08/21/2025
🐾 Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Olivia! 🐾
Today we’re celebrating Olivia for one full year with Canine Craze! From day one, Olivia has brought kindness, patience, and dedication to every dog and family she works with. Her caring heart and thoughtful approach make her a true asset to our team — and a favorite among the pups, too.
Olivia, thank you for all the love and hard work you put into helping dogs learn, grow, and shine. We’re so grateful to have you as part of the Canine Craze family and can’t wait to see all the great things you’ll continue to accomplish.
Drop a 🐾💛 in the comments to help us celebrate Olivia today!
08/20/2025
🐾 Happy Birthday, Emily! 🐾
All of us at Canine Craze want to wish our amazing trainer, Emily Price, the happiest of birthdays! From guiding pups and their people with patience and skill to bringing joy and dedication to everything she does, Emily makes such a difference in our training community.
We’re so lucky to have you on the team — and we hope your day is filled with laughter, celebration, and maybe a few extra tail wags.
Drop a 🎂🐾 in the comments to help us wish Emily a wonderful birthday!
08/17/2025
🐾 Why Self-Control Matters at Thresholds 🐾
Doorways. Vehicles. Stairs. Gates.
Every threshold is a point of choice for your dog — and teaching them to wait for permission to go through is more than just polite manners… it’s safety and self-control.
At Canine Craze, we make self-control a key life skill in our training programs because:
- It prevents dangerous bolting into streets or crowded areas
- It teaches impulse control in high-excitement moments
- It creates a calmer, safer transition between spaces
- It strengthens your dog’s ability to listen, even in distraction-rich environments
From your front door to the park entrance to jumping out of the car, a dog with self-control can give you those precious seconds to check your surroundings and keep your dog safe.
The best part? Dogs love the clarity and consistency this skill brings — and it sets the foundation for success in every other area of training.
A microchip is a tiny device with a HUGE purpose — helping lost pets find their way back home.
Why should you microchip your dog?
- Permanent, reliable identification
- Increases the chances of being reunited if lost
- Works even if a collar or tag is lost
Pro Tip: Just having a chip isn’t enough — the information in the registry must be correct. That’s why it’s important to have your veterinarian scan your pet’s microchip once a year to make sure it’s working and your contact info is up to date.
Microchips give your dog the best chance of a safe return if they ever get separated from you. Let’s make sure our four-legged family members always have a ticket back home.
08/14/2025
🐾 Braving the Balance Beam = Building Skills & Confidence! 🐾
Look at these rockstars! Each one is showing off their focus, balance, and bravery — skills that are not only fun but also count toward earning AKC Trick Dog titles. 🏆
At Canine Craze, we believe training should challenge the mind, build trust, and create moments to celebrate. Whether it’s mastering a new trick, working toward a title, or simply seeing your dog shine, every step on the beam is a step toward bigger goals.
Let’s hear it for these dogs who are putting in the work, one paw at a time.
08/13/2025
🐾 Searching for good dogs? Look no further… we found them! 🐾
At Canine Craze, “good dogs” don't just happen — they’re built through patience, practice, and consistency. Every polite meet and greet, every successful recall, and every good choice our dog makes is a step closer to your goals.
From mastering obedience to building real-life manners, our programs help dogs (and their humans!) turn training into a team sport.
And the best part? The feeling of accomplishment when you realize… you’ve got a good dog too!
08/10/2025
🐾 What a day on the trail! 🐾
A huge THANK YOU to Reagan Mann of Mann's Best Friends for holding an incredible trailing clinic last weekend! Her expertise, energy, and passion brought so much value to every dog and handler who hit the trail with us.
From working scent plumes to navigating real-world distractions, participants left with new tools, stronger teamwork, and happy, fulfilled pups. The smiles (and tails) say it all!
At Canine Craze, we’re so grateful to collaborate with professionals like Reagan who help our training community grow and thrive. Here’s to more trails, more learning, and more great days with great dogs.
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Happy, well trained dogs don’t just happen. At Canine Craze Performance Center we believe the key to effective training is understanding canine learning and effective communication. We teach owners to communicate with their puppies and dogs by luring, shaping and capturing acceptable behaviors. We believe training for both the dogs and people must be positive, productive, and FUN!
Our story started with the Late Scott Jetter, Founder of Canine Craze, inspired people for years through dog training. During his years of teaching he motivated Canine Craze trainers and clients to go outside their comfort zone, push the envelope, and be innovative. He inspired people to be the best they could be, always ask “why?”, and taught with compassion. Many trainers and clients remember him and his many shenanigans, such as his catchy phrase, “Have the Best Day EVER!”. Canine Craze’s trainers and staff are honored to continue his legacy. http://www.caninecraze.com/our-team/scott-jetter/
Scott and Renee (current owner) met at Canine Craze. Renee Jetter started her career with dogs when she was 9 years old by volunteering for her local animal shelter. By the young age of 12, Renee received the “Pets Choice Award” for her kindness and love of animals, in addition to her dedication and work ethic. Jetter has been professionally training dogs since her graduation from the Animal Behavior College in 2006. She has experience competing in obedience, training service dogs, conducting group classes and teaching private lessons. Jetter has designed and implemented successful dog training programs for Obedience, Puppy, and Therapy, as well as the popular Canine Craze’s Train & Play™ program. In 2015 Jetter completed her certification through Karen Pryor Academy as Certified Training Partner and in 2019 Jetter attained her Certified Canine Fitness Trainer through the University of Tennessee. Jetter was the Lead Trainer for the non-profit service dog organization, Puppy Jake Foundation, from it’s inception in 2013 through February 2018 where she has designed and implemented their original service dog training program.
Jetter continues to enjoy attending and hosting national seminars and workshops, including: ClickerExpo, Ken Ramirez, Kathy Sdao, Pia Silvani, Emelie Johnson Vegh, Eva Bertilsson, K-9 Nose Work, and TAGteach. http://www.caninecraze.com/our-team/renee-jetter/
Canine Craze strives to provide the highest quality training through our Private School, Training, and Puppy services. Canine Craze bases their training philosophy on the relationship between people and their dogs, and science-based training applications. We take the time to teach people these applications, so they can achieve great things on their own, even after their time with us. http://www.caninecraze.com/services/
