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The Art of K9: Professional Dog Training in Westchester County NY
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Want to talk through your dog’s behavior?

Dog Training Services in Westchester & Fairfield County

At The Art of K9, we help dogs and owners achieve real-world results through structured training and clear communication.

Whether your dog needs basic obedience or help with more advanced behavioral issues, our programs are designed to create lasting change—not quick fixes.

We work with a limited number of dogs to ensure each client gets the attention and results they deserve.

Which Program Is Right For My Dog?

Not sure which program fits? Call us on(914) 980-5527and we’ll help you choose.

Not sure which program fits your dog?

Why Choose Us?

"We don't just train dogs-we create lasting results for both dogs and their owners."

Meet Your Trainer

Dog Obedience Training Westchester, NY

Angelo Presta

Owner and Head Trainer

Training since 2011, after one of his own dogs developed severe aggression and no trainer he went to could help. He built this program around the cases others decline: aggression, bite history, and serious reactivity.

15 years
5,000+ dogs trained
4 to 6 dogs a month

Training Programs

The Art of K9 offers structured training for busy families and professionals across Westchester, NY and Fairfield County, CT. Choose between our Board & Train programs, Video Consults, and Overnight Boarding for past training clients. We provide real solutions to the most common problems dog owners face: barking, reactivity, aggression, biting, leash pulling, fear, separation anxiety, and more. Help your dog access a calmer state of mind for the real world.

Want to talk through your dog’s behavior?

What Happens After You Contact Us?

Ready to start? The first step is a short call.

Client Reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 107 Google reviews

“Bruno was very reactive towards other dogs and people. There was times I could not control him and he would not listen to any commands... I can even walk him in Home Depot and pet stores. Just knowing how he reacted before, and being able to go in stores is an amazing feeling.“
- Anthony Patterson

Bruno · Reactivity toward dogs & people · 4 Week Board & Train

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“I boarded Zelda (40-lb, 2.5 year old pitt mix) with Angelo for ~8 weeks to address her reactivity, over-arousal, and basic obedience. Within 24 hours of submitting my initial online inquiry, Angelo set up a screening call. Zelda is now much calmer and more confident.“
- Katie B

Zelda · Reactivity and over-arousal · 8 Week Board & Train

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“Angelo trained our 1.5 year old Pitt/Lab rescue for 4 weeks and the results were life-changing!... He can stay in 'place' for a few hours at a time happily, walks directly at our side and heels and completely overcame his serious leash aggression.“
- C. Whitney Mills

Ranger · Serious leash aggression · 4 Week Board & Train

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Want results like these for your dog?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer dog training in Westchester County, NY?

Yes. The Art of K9 is based in Harrison, NY, and serves Westchester County towns including Scarsdale, Rye, and Chappaqua, along with the surrounding areas, through Board & Train programs, private in-home training, and virtual consults.

Do you train dogs in Fairfield County, CT, or just New York?

We serve both. In addition to Westchester County, we work with clients throughout Fairfield County, CT, including Greenwich and nearby towns. If you're outside our in-person service area entirely, our video consultations are available regardless of location.

What's the difference between the 4-week, 6-week, and 8-week Board & Train programs?

The 4-week program is designed for dogs with minor issues like jumping, leash pulling, or inconsistent recall. The 6-week program is built for more serious behavioral challenges, including resource guarding, reactivity, or fear-based behaviors. The 8-week program is our most comprehensive option, combining advanced obedience, real-world proofing, and long-term behavior modification for owners who want the highest level of reliability. If you're not sure which fits your dog, we recommend calling us directly at (914) 980-5527 to talk it through.

Do you offer in-home dog training or only boarding programs?

Both. Alongside our Board & Train programs, we offer private in-home training conducted at your home or a location of your choosing, tailored to your household and specific goals.

Can you help with dog reactivity or aggression specifically?

Yes. Reactivity toward people or other dogs, and aggression concerns more broadly, are among the core issues we address, typically through our 6-week or 8-week Board & Train programs, which allow enough time to build obedience while working through the underlying behavior.

Do you offer virtual or online dog training if I'm not local to Westchester or Fairfield County?

Yes. Our 60-minute video consultations are designed to address obedience, structure, reactivity, anxiety, and aggression remotely, making them a good option for owners outside our in-person service area.

Is overnight boarding available if my dog hasn't done a training program with you before?

No, overnight boarding is offered exclusively to clients who have already completed one of our training programs with us. If your dog hasn't trained with us yet, the Board & Train or private training programs would be the starting point.