Private Training

Building stronger bonds through clear communication

Private Training Sessions focus on practical, personalized training for both you and your dog. Our approach is all about empowering dog parents to understand and meet their dog’s needs with balance, choice, and compassion.

Private Training

Day n Train

Stay N Train

Private Training

Day n Train

Stay N Train

Force-Free
Training Tailored
for Every Dog

Meet your
Dog trainer JOE

founder | animal lover

Joe Violante has dedicated over 20 years to compassionate, force-free dog training. Inspired by his first dog, Honey Brown, he discovered the power of positive reinforcement—building trust, confidence, and stronger bonds through rewards, not punishment.

As a CCPDT®-aligned trainer, Joe follows the highest humane standards, avoiding choke chains, prong collars, and e-collars. Instead, he uses clear communication, patience, and proven reward-based methods that prevent fear, stress, and anxiety.

Mentored by certified trainers and behavior specialists, Joe continues to advance his skills, ensuring every session reflects the latest in science-based training. Clients love his natural way with dogs and his genuine commitment to helping families raise happy, well-behaved pets.

At The Bark Stop™, Joe’s passion shows in every cue taught and every wagging tail.

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Here’s How We Get Started

The Bark Stop Difference

OUR APPROACH

Private Training at The Bark Stop™ is personalized to you and your dog. Using modern reward-based methods, we help your dog build confidence, clarity, and everyday manners — without fear or intimidation.

Our focus is simple:

A dog who listens, settles, behaves calmly in public, and feels confident in any situation — because learning feels good, safe, and rewarding.

Our focus is simple:

A dog who listens, settles, behaves calmly in public, and feels confident in any situation — because learning feels good, safe, and rewarding.

GOAL

A Dog Who Understands Cues and Listens

WHAT THIS MEANS

A dog who clearly understands what you’re asking and can respond reliably — not just during training, but in everyday life.

HOW WE GET THERE

We use clarity, timing, and positive reinforcement so your dog learns what each cue means and responds without guessing or confusion.

GOAL

A Dog You Can Take Anywhere

WHAT THIS MEANS

A dog who behaves calmly and appropriately in public spaces — parks, patios, stores, and everyday outings.

HOW WE GET THERE

We train in real-world environments so your dog learns how to stay composed, focused, and confident around distractions.

GOAL

A Calm Dog at Home

WHAT THIS MEANS

A dog who can settle, relax, and exist peacefully in the home without pacing, demanding attention, or feeling restless.

HOW WE GET THERE

We teach your dog self-regulation skills, boundaries, and routines that help them stay calm and content — not just tired.

GOAL

A Dog Who Is Confident in Any Situation

WHAT THIS MEANS

A dog who can handle new environments, people, and sounds without fear, reactivity, or stress.

HOW WE GET THERE

We gradually expose your dog to real-life scenarios while building confidence, emotional resilience, and trust.

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How It Works

What to Expect

Starting your training journey with The Bark Stop™ is simple, structured, and confidence-building — for both you and your dog.

We’ll guide you step-by-step while your dog learns through positive reinforcement, not pressure or punishment.

Our training packages are designed to meet you where you’re at—starting with a personalized evaluation to assess behaviors and identify priority goals, then building a strong foundation of core cues (place, sit, down, come, leave it) and leash-walking manners, introducing positive socialization techniques, and addressing common issues like chewing, biting, and housebreaking.

As you progress, we shift into advanced cue training and stronger impulse control across different environments, strengthen socialization in real-world settings, and solve behavior challenges unique to your dog.

At the highest level, we refine consistent responses with advanced behavioral skills, tailor solutions to your dog’s needs, build long-term resilience in real-life settings, and equip you with tools and guidance that support lasting success.

1. Pick Your Training Plan

Choose from 1, 4, 8, or 12 sessions depending on your dog’s needs and goals.

1. Pick Your Training Plan

Choose from 1, 4, 8, or 12 sessions depending on your dog’s needs and goals.

1. Pick Your Training Plan

Choose from 1, 4, 8, or 12 sessions depending on your dog’s needs and goals.

1. Pick Your Training Plan

Choose from 1, 4, 8, or 12 sessions depending on your dog’s needs and goals.

2. Schedule Your Sessions

We’ll meet weekly (Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM) at a time that works for you. Consistency builds momentum.

2. Schedule Your Sessions

We’ll meet weekly (Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM) at a time that works for you. Consistency builds momentum.

2. Schedule Your Sessions

We’ll meet weekly (Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM) at a time that works for you. Consistency builds momentum.

2. Schedule Your Sessions

We’ll meet weekly (Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM) at a time that works for you. Consistency builds momentum.

3. Confirm Your Spot

Secure your training plan with payment (Zelle, Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal available).

3. Confirm Your Spot

Secure your training plan with payment (Zelle, Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal available).

3. Confirm Your Spot

Secure your training plan with payment (Zelle, Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal available).

3. Confirm Your Spot

Secure your training plan with payment (Zelle, Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal available).

4. Start Training:

Training begins — and so does the transformation. You’ll receive videos and notes after every session so you understand exactly what’s improving.

4. Start Training:

Training begins — and so does the transformation. You’ll receive videos and notes after every session so you understand exactly what’s improving.

4. Start Training:

Training begins — and so does the transformation. You’ll receive videos and notes after every session so you understand exactly what’s improving.

4. Start Training:

Training begins — and so does the transformation. You’ll receive videos and notes after every session so you understand exactly what’s improving.

Once You Join Us, You’re Never Doing This Alone.

Step-by-step guidance

Real-life practice

Lifetime trainer support

Custom homework

Progress videos

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Flexible Options

PACKAGES & PRICING

All of my packages are foundational. The difference isn’t what your dog learns — it’s how well they learn it, how reliably they can use it, and how confidently you can apply it in real life over time.

PRICES STARTS FROM

1 Session

$200

1 Session

$200

1 Session

$200

1 Session

$200

4 Sessions

$150/session

4 Sessions

$150/session

4 Sessions

$150/session

4 Sessions

$150/session

8 Sessions

$135/Session

8 Sessions

$135/Session

8 Sessions

$135/Session

8 Sessions

$135/Session

12 Sessions

$120/Session

12 Sessions

$120/Session

12 Sessions

$120/Session

12 Sessions

$120/Session

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*Add-on: +$50 for in-home or destination sessions (Farmer’s Market, park, or store).

What Makes Our Packages Worth It:

✅ Affordable progress structure

✅ Convenient flexible scheduling

✅ Personalized training plan

✅ Real-world practice

✅ Long-term success support

Happy Parents

Results & Reviews

Every success story begins with trust, patience, and a wagging tail. See how our clients have transformed their relationships with their dogs through compassionate, force-free training.

Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.

Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.

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