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Dog Training

Smart Start Puppies - Dog Training

111 SW 3rd St #603, Miami, FL 33130, District 5 – Miami Beach / Downtown

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111 SW 3rd St #603, Miami, FL 33130, District 5 – Miami Beach / Downtown

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  • Training at your home
  • Private lessons
  • Puppy classes
  • Behaviour problems

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About

Dog trainer in District 5 – Miami Beach / Downtown, Miami

Smart Start Puppies has served Miami-Dade since 2008 with personalized training programs. The company provides five-week in-home training packages, puppy boot camps, and real-life lifestyle coaching.

Opening hours

Monday
8:30 AM⁠–⁠7:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM⁠–⁠7:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM⁠–⁠7:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM⁠–⁠7:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM⁠–⁠7:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours checked 9 Oct 2026 · source

What customers say

pawenn summary of 11 Google reviews from April – October 2026

All reviews on Google
Mostly positive10 of 11 reviews

Noticeable improvements in canine behavior

Dog owners report significant behavioral turnarounds following board-and-train and in-home lessons, describing their dogs as calmer, more obedient, and responsive to commands. Clients frequently highlight marked progress in resolving leash pulling, reactivity, and general unruliness, enabling pets to accompany families in public settings.

Mostly positive11 of 11 reviews

Dedicated trainers coaching owners and dogs

Clients consistently praise lead trainer Tony and assistant trainers for their patience, clear guidance, and hands-on teaching approach. Reviewers emphasize that the trainers educate dog owners on consistency alongside training the pets, though one reviewer raised dissatisfaction regarding package fulfillment and owner communication.

Mixed4 of 11 reviews

Trainer communication and package coordination

Most clients describe communication throughout training programs as prompt, helpful, and reassuring, with trainers keeping families informed of progress during boot camps. However, feedback is mixed due to a customer dispute regarding unfulfilled class sessions and delayed responses regarding requested package adjustments.

Questions owners ask

What training formats are offered by Smart Start Puppies?

Clients report utilizing multi-week board-and-train programs as well as private in-home training lessons tailored to their household needs.

Do trainers assist with service dog or travel preparation?

Yes, reviewers mention training focused on obedience for airline flights and personalized assistance with mobility and service dog milestones.

Does the program include instruction for pet owners?

Yes, clients emphasize that trainers spend substantial time teaching owners how to maintain boundaries and reinforce learned behaviors at home.

Are young puppies accepted into the training programs?

Yes, pet parents report enrolling puppies as young as five months old to address jumping, leash pulling, and basic manners.

Summary of public Google reviews; pawenn does not verify them.

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