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Barks 5th Avenue

$300
Starting price


Specific behaviors to address

Responds in about 1 hour


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Hi! My name is Pennie Mahon, thank you for inquiring about getting your dog trained with Barks 5th Avenue- Barkology Dog Training. With over three decades experience serving the public and perfecting my trade in the dog training industry I can offer a wide variety solutions to most common behavioral issues. In addition I’ve also enjoyed much success with my personal dogs showing and competing in multiple sports such as Disc and Dock Diving winning State National and World championship titles. Through all this experience I have discovered that an individual approach to each dog, combined with owner education, is the key to success. By using reward-based training techniques, balanced with fair discipline and leadership a clear line of communication is created cultivating a cooperative and trusting relationship with your pet that allows me to succeed where others cannot. I’ll be happy to answer any further questions you may have and explain my training techniques and philosophy with a personal phone call, or if you like I can answer any questions here, just ask! Thank you, Pennie Mahon *2012 Skyhoundz Open World Champion - “Psych” *2023 Dock Dogs Big Air Reserve World Champion “MD Golden Eagle” 🐾 References provided upon request. 🐾 Payment plans available
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Hired 174 times

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25 years in business

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2020

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2017

Services offered
Dog training package
Dog size

Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)

Small (16 - 25 lbs)

Medium (26 - 40 lbs)

Large (41 - 70 lbs)

Dog training type

Private lessons

Board and train

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Sahar T.

Jun 2, 2025

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Pennie is an exceptional dog trainer! From our first phone call, I knew I wanted to work with her. She's incredibly detailed, knowledgeable, and caring. As a first-time dog mom, I felt at ease with her guidance, especially during our initial visit with our 7-week-old puppy. Pennie took the time to cover everything we needed to know, providing valuable insights and advice. What impresses me most is her ongoing support - she's always available to answer questions and check in on our puppy's progress. I highly recommend Pennie to anyone seeking a trustworthy and expert dog trainer. We're excited for her return visit and look forward to continuing our training journey with her!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Haley B.

2 weeks ago

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We sent our Husky puppy to Mrs. Pennie for training. I loved all the training videos we received. Helped us while we missed our new pup. We LOVED that she picked up and dropped Everest off. Anytime I can get help with pickup and drop off, I’m so thankful! Everest did so well! Mrs. Pennie also worked with me to transfer the trainer role to myself when she got home. We are so happy with Mrs. Pennie and her work with our pup. Attaching a photo of her “place” her first night home with us.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • Puppy training • Leash pulling • Destructive behavior • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Nikki b.

May 10, 2024

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Pennie is ah-mazing! I can’t say enough about her proven methods. My Mexican Frenchie was a bit stubborn but she was able to earn her trust to turn her into the well-behaved trained dog that I needed her to be. Pennie also boards with refresher or training classes while being boarded, and Pucci (my sweet baby) will not go with any other boarding place if I ever need her boarded. Kudos to Pennie for using her 30+ years of experience to do such a fantastic job with my dogs and truly upholding the standards of dog training.

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • I'm flexible • General obedience training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Digging • Crate training • Destructive behavior • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Britney b.

Jan 4, 2025

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Penny is absolutely amazing and a life saver! We are new fur parents and we got our forever fur baby who was just a puppy! We were so worried of how to do everything but Penny made us feel good and happy after giving us all the training tips and strategies needed in raising a pup! I’m sure our golden retriever felt glad Penny showed us how to take care of him. We love him so much and I would say so far so good with Penny’s help!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Biting • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Maryanne E.

Nov 16, 2024

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Pennie is terrific. She took the time initially to get to know us, the pet parents, as to what we are dealing with in trying to train our fur baby. She then listened to Ella and learned her temperament. Pennie went through step by step every aspect of training from house breaking to basic commands giving us tips as well as techniques that will last forever. It was one of our best investments and we were all, including Ella, big fans. Great experience! Thanks Pennie!

Details: Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Biting • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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