Live a Happier Life with Your Furry Friend

Unleash your dog's potential with The Dog Wizard, Aventura's premier dog training service. Our expert team provides diverse programs to suit every canine need.

From essential puppy training that lays a solid foundation, to private and group lessons that foster obedience and social skills, we have it all. Specializing in AKC training, we also excel in addressing complex behaviors such as separation anxiety and aggression.

Trust Aventura's top dog trainer to transform your dog into a well-behaved, confident companion. Join our satisfied clients in Aventura, FL, and experience the magic of professional dog training. Contact us today to get started!

How It Works

We offer a wide range of dog training programs designed to fit your goals, whether you need board and train, private lessons, puppy training, or group classes. Each program is led by certified trainers, with flexible scheduling and lifetime support after graduation.

Free Evaluation

We assess your dog’s needs and create a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle.

Customized Training Plan

Certified trainers guide you and your dog through proven, positive methods for behavior improvement.

Hands-On Training

Choose from in-home, mobile, or facility-based programs designed for lasting results.

Ongoing Support

Receive tools, guidance, and follow-ups to maintain progress and reinforce skills at home.

Our Dog Training Programs
and Services

Dog Training Obedience Programs

  • Dog Day Training
  • American Kennel Club (AKC) Training
  • Lifetime Support
  • Specialty Dog Training
  • Private Dog Training Lessons
  • Group Dog Training Classes
  • Board and Train Dog Training
  • Puppy Training Programs

Dog Behavior Training Services

  • Problem Solving: barking, chewing, jumping, begging, counter surfing, digging, leash pulling, play biting, marking, door bolting, housebreaking
  • Resource Guarding Training
  • Dog Aggression Training
  • Dog Separation Anxiety Training
  • Adopted/Rescue Dog Training Program
  • Dog Socialization Training

Meet Your Dog Trainers

Every dog trainer on the The Dog Wizard Aventura team is extensively trained and experienced in balanced training techniques that address a range of behavioral issues to help your dog reach their full potential.

Luis de La Cruz

Luis de La Cruz is an experienced and dedicated professional in the pet care industry, residing in Hallandale Beach, FL. With a career spanning over a decade, Luis has developed a robust skill set in operations management, customer service, and dog training. His journey began at the age of 16, starting with dog walking and evolving into a prominent role as the Director of Operations at Tails Doggie Daycare in Boston. During his tenure, Luis successfully earned the trust of hundreds of clients through his effective management and commitment to exceptional pet care.
Bilingual Spanish & English and highly dependable, Luis is confident in his business acumen and dog training skills, with a proven track record in training dogs, managing grooming services, and implementing efficient operational procedures. He is now looking to leverage his extensive experience to contribute to the well-being of the four-legged customers.
Luis holds a high school diploma from Brighton High School in Boston and brings over 10 years of general pet care experience, along with significant expertise in retail management, strategic planning, and team leadership.

Glenda Galeano

A VenezuelanAmerican Dog Trainer with the unique mix of obedience and behavior expertise, founded MIAMI PET ASSISTANCE COALITION to rescue stray dogs and promote responsible pet ownership. In 2013, she merged her passion for communication and dogs and creating the Dog Podcast FRECUENCIA CANINA at @VPItv and her Dog segments on TV @ElNewsCafe on Univision and @LaVozDeLaManana on @VIX networks respectively.

See What Other Dog Owners are Saying

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J P
17:33 23 Oct 25
Week long intensive training is a must do. Luis is an excellent dog trainer and coach (for humans). The dog learns the skills and you learn to support and maintain training in the future. Really fantastic work.
Mathieu Schneider
21:11 22 Oct 25
Luis had a profound impact on our boys and our family.
Amy Wheeler
01:07 03 May 25
Chad came to our house 1 day after we called.
He made an amazing amount of progress with our naughty poodle mix. We highly recommend this "dog whisperer.""
Glenn Goldstein
19:16 28 Jan 25
Luis with the Dog Wizard is truly a wizard with dogs. He understands their behavior and how to correct or modify it. Alice went to him for a week as a great dog but not well mannered or trained when I adopted her at 17 months old. Had never been on a leash so she pulled nonstop. She came back as a different dog, well behaved and walking like a lady. Amazing job! He also loves dogs and can communicate the skills you need to keep the dog on track. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Kristin Chiaverini
00:57 18 Jun 24
Life is better now since we had our dog
Sniper trained by Sarah from The Dog Wizard Aventura.
He is a rescue and needed to be properly socialized. We did a 21 day board and train which was worth every penny. From the first moment we met Sarah we knew that she would be a perfect fit for Sniper. She is patient, caring and kind.
After his return home we saw a huge difference. Sniper is much calmer and well behaved. He listens to our commands and has overcome his anxiety towards other dogs. We can now go on walks together stress free. We continue to use the techniques and tools that Sarah has provided us.
My boyfriend and I highly recommend The Dog Wizard Aventura. We had a wonderful experience! Thank you Sarah!!

About The Dog Wizard Aventura

Our dog training goes beyond basic commands like Sit, Come, and Down. Our approach focuses on helping your dog make better choices and respond to you instead of their impulses.

We cover all the essential obedience commands you need to communicate effectively with your dog. But more importantly, we teach your dog to stay engaged and follow through with these commands, even in the most distracting environments.

Our goal is to enhance your dog’s understanding of obedience, making it a natural part of their behavior, not just a few tricks they perform when they feel like it.

Why Choose The Dog Wizard

Magical Methodologies

All of our trainers use balanced training techniques that are proven to be effective in and out of the classroom.

Everywhere Dogs Are

With over 100 locations — the majority of them being mobile — we have the ability to bring balanced dog training right to you.

Trained to Transform

Our knowledgeable trainers complete a rigorous dog training curriculum through The Dog Wizard Academy that teaches them methods that truly work

A Lifetime of Support

Those who complete our obedience programs have access to indefinite group class training support.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Dog Wizard Aventura offers a free evaluation. Most locations will even come to you to do one! This enables our trainers to meet you and your dog, go over your training goals and find a program that works for you. Give us a call and we will help you set one up.
The Dog Wizard trainers are well versed in a variety of training tools; from food to collars to remote collars. We know that not all dogs do well with every tool and we will help you decide what tool is best for your dog as well as what tools you’re comfortable with using. At the end of the day, whatever tool you’re comfortable in using will be the one you’re most consistent in using and that’s what’s most important to us.
It is never too late to start teaching your dog new habits. It will take more time and effort than teaching a new puppy but you will love the outcome.

In order to know how long it will take to train your dog, we will need to do a free consultation. During your consultation, we will get to understand what you are looking to gain from the training as well as evaluate your dog to see what we will need to do to get him where you would like him to be. At that point, we will be able to give you a timeline for his training.

We do not have a one size fits all approach to training. Each dog owner team that has a free evaluation will have a customized program designed to fit your specific needs. Because of this, individualized system pricing varies. Give us a call and we will help you set one up

Additional questions? We’d love to help.

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