We Talk Dog - Private Dog Training Service - Irondale, AL

Member since May 2020

We Talk Dog provides high quality training, boarding, daycare, and grooming. For the past 3 years we have been voted the best Dog Daycare in Birmingham!

We Talk Dog was founded out of Adam Summerford’s love for training dogs. We are happy to help get your pack on the right track! Whatever behavior problems you may be experiencing with your dog, it is important to know that with our help, these problems can be corrected. Remember: our training is a program, not a quick fix, but an investment in your dog.

We offer several different programs for training.
- House calls, where we come to train you to train your dog in your home.
- In-House Training, which can be for either two or three weeks of board and train, then passing on that knowledge to you. We just get your dog started down the right path and show you how to continue it.
- Puppy Jumpstart, is for dogs 6 months and younger. They come for a one week board and train to learn socialization, crate training, as well as beginning stages of obedience.
- Private Niche Classes, which are one hour session to concentrate on one or two behaviors.

Please contact and book us on Petworks. Thank You.

Pricing Packages

Starting Price
$ 1000.00 Per Program

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Pet First Aid Training
  • Dog Trainer

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Dogs

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Southeast

What year did you begin serving pets?

2012

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BASED IN: Irondale, AL
SERVICE AREA: Within 100 miles, including Southeast

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Pet First Aid Training
  • Dog Trainer

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Dogs

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Southeast

What year did you begin serving pets?

2012

🐾 About Ellyn Smith – Expert Mobile Dog Trainer based in Irondale, AL


Ellyn is a trusted professional dog trainer in Irondale, AL, dedicated to helping dogs and their families build lasting, trusting relationships. With years of hands-on experience working with dogs of all sizes...from playful puppies to seasoned seniors, Ellyn Smith uses positive, effective, science-informed techniques to make training enjoyable, rewarding, and results-driven for you and your dog.


🏙️ Personalized Training Right at Your Home


Living in a busy urban or suburban environment can bring unique challenges for dogs - distractions, new neighbors, and varying routines. Ellyn Smith’s canine training services bring expert guidance directly to your door, providing flexible schedules, personalized attention, and safe, fun walks and training sessions for dogs of all energy levels.


🐶 Obedience & Manners – Teaching reliable commands and respectful behavior

📏 Leash & Walking Confidence – Ending pulling, lunging, and stress during walks

🧠 Behavior Modification – Addressing fear, anxiety, reactivity, or unwanted behaviors

🐾 Puppy Foundations - Socialization and good habit development from the start

❤️ Transforming Your Dog’s Life - and Yours


Training is about more than obedience. It’s about connection, trust, and confidence. When your dog understands expectations and communicates clearly, everyday life becomes calmer and more joyful. Imagine stress-free walks, confident greetings at home, and a deeper bond built on love, patience, and understanding. Ellyn Smith is dedicated to helping you and your dog experience this transformation.


📘 Training Tools & Techniques


Ellyn Smith uses customized, positive methods tailored to each dog’s needs:

🎯 Clicker or reward-based reinforcement

🦴 Treats, toys, and praise for motivation

🐾 Safe harnesses and leashes for structured practice

🧠 Behavior plans focused on sustainable, long-term results


These techniques strengthen good habits, reduce problem behaviors, and make training fun for your dog.


📌 Book a Session With Ellyn Smith Today


Ready to see lasting results with your dog? Book a virtual or mobile dog training session with Ellyn Smith in Irondale, Jefferson County, Birmingham, Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Bessemer, Homewood, Pelham, Trussville, Mountain Brook, Alabaster, Leeds, AL at your convenience.


Whether you’re tackling basic obedience, leash issues, or more complex behavioral concerns, expert guidance is just a click away. Explore verified reviews, request quotes, and start your journey toward a happier, more harmonious life with your four-legged companion!