Loving your dog is easy.
Training your dog requires a certain Frame of Mind.
Loving your dog is easy.
Training your dog requires a certain Frame of Mind.
Frame of Mind Dog Training LLC
provides positive reinforcement based dog training through in-person classes, private training or convenient online courses.
Group classes are held at Milton Manor in Middle Grove, New York.
Private training is available within 30 minutes of Glenville, New York.
Online courses can be accessed anywhere.
Hello! I’m Shannon Frame.
Owner of Frame of Mind Dog Training LLC.
I am a lifelong animal lover, and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. I use positive reinforcement training methods, which are scientifically proven to be effective in a variety of situations.
I would be happy to discuss any questions or concerns you may have regarding your dog’s training. It is my goal to help you find the best training plan possible for you and your dog.
Now offering online course
EASY-TO-FOLLOW ONLINE COURSE TO BUILD YOUR DOG’S LEASH SKILLS
A self-paced, online course designed to help both you and your canine companion master the techniques needed for a more enjoyable experience during leash walking. This course offers comprehensive video demonstrations, in-depth written guidance, and downloadable summaries to provide a thorough understanding of the content.
Group Classes
Group classes are a great way to learn new skills with your dog. And with a maximum of five dogs per class, you will get plenty of individual feedback to help you both succeed.
Classes meet for 50 minutes, once a week
Beginner
Classes offered – Puppy Preschool and Basic Manners
These classes will help get your puppy or dog off to a good start. You will learn the basics of positive reinforcement training, and your dog will learn behaviors that will be useful in everyday life. Includes access to video demonstrations for use outside of class. Rescue dogs get a 10% discount on beginner classes.
Intermediate
Classes offered – Intermediate Manners and Sports & Tricks.
Both of these classes will build on the skills taught in Basic Manners. Intermediate Manners focuses on training for real life situations while reducing the use of treats. Sports and Tricks is a fun class to introduce you and your dog to a variety of activities that are great for energetic dogs.
Advanced
Class offered – Advanced Manners/CGC
A six week class to prepare you and your dog for the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen test. The first five weeks will be spent training for real world situations, and the test will be given in the last class.
 Looking for
Private Training?
One on one sessions in your home are tailored
to meet specific needs for you and your dog.
 Looking for
Private Training?
One on one sessions in your home are tailored
to meet specific needs for you and your dog.
Looking for Private Training?
One on one sessions in your home are tailored to meet specific needs for you and your dog.
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Check out our shop for recommended tools, training gear, and more.
Shop for some of the training tools I personally use and trust — both with my own dogs and in classes with clients.
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What People are Saying
Heidi with her dog Tansy
I have taken tow dogs through classes with Shannon. And will continue with my current dog. She has a very kind and professional approach to training. Also a thorough understanding of dog and handler relations and always has good advice..
Sarah with her dog Lillian
“Shannon has the perfect mindset when it comes to training! We went in not really knowing what to expect, and left feeling confident that our pup has a great foundation to keep growing into a really awesome adult dog. Each class builds on the previous ones, so it helps us as…
Adrienne with her dog Kali
“Shannon is very knowledgeable, organized and patient! My puppy and I just finished Puppy Preschool and are moving on to the Basic Manners right away to keep…
Cheryl with her dog Rosy
Shannon is an excellent trainer. We have taken our puppy through several levels of classes with her. She is thoughtful and patient. Anyone who has ever trained their dog knows that success relies on being consistent and practicing skills learned in class. With Shannon’s guidance and her unique ability to teach you to look at things from a dog’s perspective …
Jessica with her dog Moose
Shannon is absolutely amazing to work with! My little guy and I have gone through Puppy Preschool and Basic Manners so far with Shannon and couldn’t imagine continuing his training with anyone else! Shannon’s classes are small which I love and she is very attentive to all of her students and is able to give them individualized attention when needed. Shannon really takes the time to explain what she is teaching and why she is teaching something a certain way which I think is very important! Shannon is always ready to answer any questions I may have no matter how bizarre and she always has an answer …
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Loving your dog is easy. Training your dog requires a certain Frame of Mind.