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Training doesn't start with your dog. It starts with you.

Learn to lead. We'll help your dog follow.

Obedience Training Programs

We train dogs by training humans how to speak dog. Our approach is grounded in instinctual communication, not treat-based tricks or artificial markers. We’ll teach you how to lead your dog in a way they naturally understand and respond to.

Basic Obedience Program

Foundational Obedience That Actually Works.

At AlphA and Omega Dog Training, we don’t rely on treats, clickers, or gimmicks. Our Basic Obedience Program teaches dogs to listen, respect, and respond—because they understand what we’re communicating.

 

We train humans just as much as dogs, helping you develop the confidence and clarity needed to lead your dog in everyday life. From leash handling to calm commands like sit, down, and place, this program lays the foundation for long-term behavioral success—on and off leash. No fluff. Just real-world obedience rooted in trust and structure

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Intermediate Obedience Program

Take the Next Step in Obedience Intermediate Training for Real-Life Results.

Your dog knows the basics—but are they reliable when it counts? At AlphA and Omega Dog Training, our Intermediate Obedience Program is where training gets real. No bribing with treats. No gimmicks. Just clear communication, consistent expectations, and results that hold up in the real world.

 

If your dog listens sometimes, pulls on the leash when excited, or forgets their training around distractions, this program is for you.

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Advanced Obedience Program

Confident Leadership. Real-World Reliability. Lifelong Freedom.

 

At AlphA and Omega Dog Training, we don’t just train dogs—we teach people how to lead with purpose. Our Advanced Obedience Program is designed for dog owners who are ready to take control of their relationship and build a bond rooted in respect, trust, and lasting communication.

 

This isn’t about treats or gimmicks. It’s about creating a dog that listens—not because they’re bribed, but because they understand you.

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Training Programs

Training a Puppy

Basic

Foundational obedience and handling skills.

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Intermediate

Leash control, behavior development, and in-home structure.

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Advanced

Off-leash reliability, real-world distractions, and full-handler influence.

In home dog training

Schedule your introductory session today!

Talk to a real trainer right now. We’re here to help you start strong.

Our Team

Alpha & Omega Dog Training – Tampa Bay & Cleveland's Trusted Dog Trainers.

At Alpha & Omega Dog Training, we guide dogs and their owners from the first leash to lifelong leadership. Serving Tampa Bay and Cleveland, OH, we offer balanced, compassionate training for puppies, adult dogs, and behavior challenges.

Our name stands for the complete journey—“Alpha and Omega” means beginning to end. Whether you're raising a new pup or improving obedience, we’re with you every step of the way.

We focus on trust-based leadership, not outdated dominance methods. Our proven approach helps you build a confident, well-behaved dog and a lasting bond.

Lead Trainer

Jay

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With over 25 years of experience, Jay turned his journey from frustrated dog owner to Master Dog Trainer into the foundation of AlphA and Omega Dog Training. After completing a rigorous apprenticeship with top industry professionals, Jay developed a balanced, humane training approach rooted in proven methods. His passion for dog behavior and training psychology drives every session—helping families across Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida build lasting, respectful relationships with their dogs.

Lead Coordinator

Karlon

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Based in the Greater Cleveland area, Karlon plays a key role in developing our trainers and overseeing programs that help dogs successfully integrate into the AlphA and Omega Pack. With extensive experience in dog psychology and behavior, he brings expert guidance to both clients and team members. Karlon is known for his leadership, educational outreach, and commitment to compassionate, results-driven dog training across Northeast Ohio.

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Our Methods and Techniques

At AlphA and Omega Dog Training, we use a balanced, respectful approach—not just treats and clickers, and never harsh or intimidating tactics. We teach core commands like heel, sit, down, stay, and come by building trust and leadership, not fear.

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Respect Over Gimmicks

We believe dogs should respond to essential commands out of respect—not because of treats or dominance. Our trainers focus on building real, lasting obedience through structure, consistency, and positive correction when needed.

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Tailored Dog Training for Real Results

Every dog is unique. We meet each dog where they are, adjusting our training to suit their temperament and behavior. Corrections are never punitive—they’re designed to guide learning and build clarity for your dog.

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Start Strong—Stay Strong

Whether you're starting puppy training at 8 weeks or dealing with behavioral issues in an adult dog, it’s never too early—or too late—for expert training. We offer on- and off-leash obedience programs that build a strong bond and long-term results.


At Alpha & Omega Dog Training, our name is more than just a title—it reflects our mission, our philosophy, and our commitment to you and your dog.


“Alpha and Omega” is a phrase rooted in the Greek alphabet, meaning “the beginning and the end.” It symbolizes a full-circle journey, and that’s exactly what we offer every client and every canine companion.


We’re here for you from the first leash to lifelong leadership—whether you're raising a new puppy, working through behavior challenges, or seeking deeper connection and control with your dog. From the very first session to long-term success, we guide you through every stage of your dog’s development.


Our name also reflects the structured, balanced approach we bring to dog training. While the term “Alpha” is often associated with leadership, we don’t rely on outdated dominance-based methods. Instead, we teach owners how to lead with confidence, consistency, and compassion—creating respectful, well-behaved dogs through trust and communication.


At Alpha & Omega, we don’t just train dogs. We train owners to lead, dogs to follow, and families to live in harmony with their pets.

About Us

Why AlphA and Omega

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Training Programs

Behavioral Development

Our Behavioral Development program builds a strong obedience foundation while targeting unwanted behaviors such as biting, destructive chewing, and jumping on people.

Training Fundamentals: 
on-leash

This program teaches you and your dog how to communicate clearly and builds a strong foundation in proper on-leash behavior and obedience.

Training Fundamentals:
off-leash

Once you’ve established solid on-leash communication, this program helps you build reliable off-leash control and trust with your dog.

Managed Obedience Training

This program is ideal for owners seeking complete on- and off-leash control, even around major distractions. All obedience commands are reinforced for consistent, reliable performance.

Agility/Sport Training

Agility and sport training strengthen the bond between you and your dog through shared language and movement. You'll learn to guide your dog using clear body language, building trust, focus, and teamwork.

Board and Train Programs

Our Board & Train program offers elite training for both dogs and their owners. If approved, your dog will stay with an Alpha and Omega Certified Trainer for two weeks of immersive, results-driven training.

Handling Management/Leash Application

Our Handling Management program teaches essential leash skills to help you establish clear, effective communication with your dog from the very start.

Security Training

Our Protection and Security Dog Training Program is designed to provide families and businesses with peace of mind by training loyal, highly skilled dogs to protect you and your property in any situation.

Proper Puppy Training

Puppy Essentials is a customized instruction program tailored specifically to the needs of a dog and handler(s). Intended for puppies between the ages of eight weeks to nine months.

Booster Packs & Boarding

Need extra dog training? Our discounted Booster Packs help Pack members fine-tune key skills. We also offer exclusive boarding with training refreshers from our certified trainers.

Refer a Friend

Refer friends and family to our dog training programs and earn rewards! You and your referral each get $100 when they join—no limit on referrals.

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 What Dog Owners Are Saying About
Alpha and Omega
 
Trusted by hundreds of clients across the Greater Cleveland and Tampa Bay areas, Alpha and Omega is proud to be a top-rated dog training company—with a 4.7-star rating from over 270 reviews on Google.
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Thomas Cetta

I can't express enough how grateful I am for Jay's exceptional service. Our Doberman Ripley has shown amazing improvement, especially off leash! She's turned into the perfect companion dog under Jay's guidance. We're definitely looking forward to boarding her with Jay again in the future. Highly recommend for anyone seeking top-notch dog training and boarding services!

Tampa Bay, FL

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Sarah Kwon

Jay worked with us a few years ago and got our family to a point where we could walk all three of our medium/large dogs with different triggers/reactivity in one hand, in public, on a loose leash. Two years later, two of my dogs had a flare up and we had Jay back for a touch up session. Since his visit we’ve had a super peaceful house. Jay is a magician, a human and dog psychologist. I love how he works with the whole pack and family. He is worth every penny and then some and solves problems in a comprehensive, easy, loving way. I recommend him to everyone!

St. Petersburg, FL

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Ashley Rote

There was a beginning to my dogs bad behavior and now there's an end to it thanks to Alpha and Omega Dog Training! I couldn't be happier with the results. Pj was awesome to work with & was always accommodating to my busy schedule. Hands down the best pack in the business. I will always recommend Alpha and Omega Dog Training.

Cleveland, OH

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PJ Mozingo

I found Alpha and Omega Dog Training from a Google search for dog trainers near Cleveland, OH. I read almost all 38, FIVE STAR reviews, so I gave them a shot. Upon meeting Karlon, he was a wealth of knowledge about how he planned on training my 8 month old, Golden Retriever. Looking back on that now, he was right. It's more about training the humans to control the dog. Our dog was constantly darting off all over the place. He had terrible leash control, that made walking him a chore. He also jumped on the table for food scraps. Karlon had a plan! We decided to do the kennel training option, where our dog went to live and train with Karlon for a week. Then we setup several 1-on-1 training sessions, where he would teach us how to implement the new commands. I was SO HAPPY with the results!! Our dog will now listen and obey to sitting on his "place or spot", Heal, Sit, Come, No, Leave It, Up, Down and Release OK. He is like a new dog!

Akron, OH

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Tanya Benton

Jay & Alpha Omega Dog Training were amazing! I have a stubborn 90lb dog & a 50lb dog that was a bully lol. The training taught to ME by Jay has created two well behaved fur babies! I can have company without one barking like crazy & the other attacking with licks. Now they sit in their spots without issue! My child can even walk BOTH dogs by herself. They are affordable & its definitely money well spent! I highly recommend! From Tanya, Anaya, Rocky & Sheba, thank you Jay & Alpha Omega!!

Wesley Chapel, FL

Rescue Puppy

Ricardo Walker

Karlon is a great trainer. He started with us when our dog was 6 months. We set our goals and expectations for the training and made a plan. The training exceeded our expectations. Not only did we receive the initial training, but we have a place to board our dog when we need at a very reasonable cost and access to more training if needed. Karlon is a great trainer. He is reliable, very knowledgeable about dog, and most importantly cares for your dogs genuinely! If you are in the market for a dog training, Karlon at AlphA and Omega training is the best!

Cleveland Heights, OH

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