Off-Leash Obedience & Behavior Experts Raising the Standard, One Journey at a Time
ABOUT US
Welcome to the Embark Dog Training Family – Nashville’s Trusted Balanced Dog Trainers
At Embark Dog Training, we believe every dog has the potential to be focused, reliable, and extraordinary—with the right guidance. Based in Nashville and proudly serving Middle Tennessee, we specialize in balanced dog training that blends structure, communication, and compassion.
Our mission is simple: to help dog owners build calm, respectful, and trusting relationships with their dogs. Whether your dog struggles with obedience, reactivity, or overstimulation, our science-backed, real-world methods are designed to bring out your dog’s full potential—while giving you the tools to lead with confidence.
Our Balanced Training Philosophy
At Embark, we believe effective training should be clear, collaborative, and fulfilling, for both dogs and their humans. Our balanced training methodology combines positive reinforcement with well-timed, fair corrections to create real behavior change and mutual trust.
This structured approach helps dogs understand boundaries, respond confidently to direction, and respect their environment—without confusion, fear, or frustration.
Through consistency, leadership, and communication, we guide pet parents in becoming calm, capable handlers their dogs can depend on. The result? A well-mannered, balanced dog who’s not just obedient—but emotionally confident, respectful, and connected to their handler.
At Embark, training goes beyond obedience, it’s about building trust, structure, and a shared language that lasts a lifetime.
In Honor of Service, Loyalty & Second Chances
At Embark Dog Training, we believe in giving back to those who show up for others—whether in uniform or through the quiet courage of adoption. These discounts aren’t promotions; they’re our way of saying thank you.
Military & First Responder Discount
10% off for active military, veterans, EMTs, firefighters, and law enforcement officers
Rescue & Shelter Dog Discount
10% off any training program for dogs adopted through a local shelter or rescue within the past 12 months
Multi-Dog Family Discount
10% off the second dog’s board & train program when enrolled together
We specialize in helping rescue dogs adjust, build trust, and thrive, because every dog deserves the chance to succeed with the right guidance. Whether you're a service member, a multi-dog household, or someone who chose to give a dog a second chance, we’re here to support your journey with training that honors commitment, loyalty, and heart.
The Brains Behind the Bark
You know us for our training results, but behind every sit, down stay, and transformation is a leadership team that keeps the engine running. While our trainers are out in the field working magic with your pups, we’ve got a strategic duo behind the scenes. From managing systems and structure to enforcing pricing discipline (because someone has to stop us from giving it all away), this team makes sure operations run smoother than a perfect heel., our behind-the-scenes leadership makes it possible for us to go all in where it counts: your dog.
Our backbone? A 10-year U.S. Air Force veteran who brings discipline, integrity, and operational excellence to every corner of this business.The result? A dog training experience that’s seamless, consistent, and elevated—because everything behind the bark is built with discipline and purpose.
Whether it’s protecting our policies, holding the team accountable, or making sure your dog’s journey is backed by systems that actually work, our leadership’s influence is felt in every detail. This isn’t just a dog training company, it’s a movement to raise industry standards from the inside out.
So if things feel polished, professional, and maybe even a little extra around here? That’s not an accident. That’s the Embark backbone at work—and we carry that with pride.
Board & Train Programs
Our immersive Board and Train programs in Nashville, TN are designed to create calm, well-mannered, and confident dogs through consistent, structured, and compassionate training.
Set on 40 private acres, each day is intentionally crafted with enriching experiences—from real-world field trips to structured off-leash pack walks across our property. Your dog learns, grows, and builds confidence in a calm, distraction-managed environment, returning home more focused and obedient than the day before.
These programs don’t just teach obedience—they build a respectful, trusting bond that seamlessly transfers back to you. Whether your dog needs basic manners, advanced off-leash control, or a reset from chaotic behavior, our board and train programs offer a proven path to lasting results.
It’s no surprise that our most popular option—the 4-Week Advanced Off-Leash Obedience Program, has become the preferred choice for pet parents seeking real behavioral change and a stronger connection with their dog.
Private Canine Coaching Programs
One-on-One Dog Training Tailored to You and Your Dog
Our Private Lesson programs offer personalized, one-on-one dog training sessions in Nashville and surrounding Middle TN, tailored to your dog’s unique behavior, temperament, and your lifestyle.
Whether you're starting fresh with a new puppy or addressing specific behavioral challenges, private lessons provide focused attention in the comfort of your home or a controlled environment of your choice. This flexibility promotes faster learning, better engagement, and lasting results.
Working directly with you and your dog, we build clear communication, mutual respect, and stronger leadership—all while giving you hands-on support and guidance in real time. This collaborative approach ensures training is not only effective but also rewarding for both handler and dog.
Ideal for busy households, first-time dog owners, or anyone needing a customized approach, our Private Canine Coaching empowers you to confidently guide your dog’s development, one session at a time.
Join the Embark Family
Real Training. Real Change. Real Connection.
Whether you're raising a new puppy, navigating reactivity, or striving for off-leash freedom, your dog’s full potential is ready to be unlocked—and you don’t have to do it alone.
At Embark Dog Training, we don’t just train dogs, we teach you how to lead with clarity, confidence, and consistency. Our balanced dog training programs transform chaos into calm, frustration into progress, and your dog into a confident, well-mannered companion.
From puppy training to behavior modification, & private lessons to immersive board and train programs, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
This isn’t just training. It’s a community built on trust, structure, and results. And it starts right here.
Enjoy an exclusive 10% off our premier program
Transform your canine companion into a confident, off-leash partner with our immersive 4-week Advanced Board & Train program. Experience the joy of a well-mannered dog by your side, wherever life takes you.