olympia kennels
ALL BREED DOG TRAINING
WORLD CLASS GERMAN SHEPHERDS
ALL BREED DOG TRAINING
expert dog training
in new england
Chester, NH- One hour from Boston
All breeds, all levels, all ages.
Train where the trainers train.
ALL BREED TRAINING CENTER
Big or Small, We Train Them All
With over 25,000 dogs trained and six decades of combined experience, Team Olympia has helped everyone from first-time puppy parents to owners of dogs deemed "untrainable" by others. No breed is too rare, no behavior too difficult.
Located on 15 scenic acres in Chester, NH — just one hour from Boston — our indoor and outdoor facilities provide a safe, comfortable environment for every dog in our care.
BOARD & TRAIN
Standard board & Train
Our most popular program teaches basic obedience and proper behavior to your pet. Designed for dogs without major aggression issues, this program runs 2, 3, or 4 weeks depending on the dog's age and temperament. Upon completion, you receive one free lesson for each week your dog is with us.
— Heel — walk on a loose leash without pulling
— Sit on command and accept praise without jumping
— Down on command and stay while you walk away
— Stay — under distraction and temptation
— Place — lie calmly in a designated spot
— Acceptance of friendly strangers
— Come when called
— Crate training & socialization
— House manners, "No", and "Drop it"
BOARD & TRAIN
advanced board & Train
Upon successful completion of our Standard Board & Train, we offer advanced off-leash control covering long distances and strong distractions. This program typically runs 3-4 additional weeks, with one private lesson included for each week of stay.
— Informal Heeling
— Off-leash Sit, Down, Stay and Place
— Duration work for all commands
— Off-leash recall
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION
For dogs with deeply ingrained behavioral issues — including separation anxiety, human or dog aggression, object possessiveness, territoriality, pronounced dominance, and OCD behaviors — our Behavior Modification program provides the structured intervention they need.
The required length of stay is determined at evaluation based on the severity of the issues. Our team continues to monitor progress and schedules follow-up sessions to ensure lasting results. Standard obedience commands are included.
PROTECTION TRAINING
PROTECTION & SPORT TRAINING
No team in New England has more time-tested experience in protection training than Olympia Kennels. All dogs must first be evaluated before training begins — we work only with dogs who exhibit sound temperament and owners committed to the process.
Our approach focuses on building confidence and proper protective instinct from an early age — producing more lasting and reliable results at maturity. We offer expert guidance in both home protection and the sport of Schutzhund.
GROUP TRAINING
GROUP CLASSES
Our group classes offer a social, structured environment for dogs at every level. Classes are offered in small groups to ensure every dog and handler receives personal attention.
puppy class
The perfect introduction for your new puppy. Focuses on basic commands (sit, down, stay, come) socialization, and building a positive relationship between puppy and handler.
standard obedience
Build a solid foundation of obedience in a group setting. Covers essential commands including heel, sit, down, stay, and recall — with real-world distractions.
advanced obedience
For dogs who have mastered the basics. Takes obedience to the next level with off-leash work, distance commands, and performance under strong distraction.
ipo Training
IPO (Internationale Prüfungs-Ordnung) also known as Schutzhund, or protection training classes. This sport exhibits three parts: tracking, obedience and protection phases.
ONE ON ONE
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are ideal for owners who want to take part in every facet of their dog's training from start to finish. Each five-lesson course is designed around your dog's unique temperament and specific behavioral needs — because you are our student too, we pace training in a way that is easy to follow and apply at home.
— One-on-One sessions with an Olympia trainer
— Personalized command list
— Focus on personal needs and learning ability
— Re-cap after every lesson with at-home exercises
— Ongoing support from staff
— Eligibility to participate in Pack Walk Events
FOR OLYMPIA PUPPIES
PUPPY STARTER PROGRAM
Exclusively available for von Olympia puppies, this program gives your new addition the perfect foundation before coming home. Space is limited. Upon completion, you receive one free lesson at pickup scheduled directly with your trainer.
— Introduction to the leash
— Sit, Down & Stay
— Beginner Recall
— Crate training & socialization
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
apprenticeship & schutzhund programs
apprenticeship
program
Olympia’s Professional Trainer’s Course will prepare you for the real world of commercial dog training, with an emphasis on hands-on skill, and an in-depth exploration of training theory and methodology. Topics covered include: the diagnosis and treatment of behavior problems, the instruction of private and group lessons, and the marketing of your training business for profit. In addition, a course for home and personal protection training for the private sector is available for interested students.
Schutzhund Helper Course
Learn the art and science of decoy work from the best source: Mike Pinksten is considered to be the dominating force in the New England Schutzhund scene. You will learn about the subtleties of reading the working dog, building and balancing drives, and the most effective techniques for the trial helper, supported by the decades-proven experience of Team Olympia.
Schutzhund Handler Course
If you want to excel in the sport of Schutzhund, let Olympia’s Handler Course be your route to success! From selecting the right prospect and getting the best start all the way through preparation for trial day, we can be a decisive factor in your successful competitive career. Learn the correct foundation for all three phases from the trainer and coach of this region’s top Schutzhund competitors, Mike Pinksten. Train the right way the first time!
AKC CERTIFICATION
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PROGRAM
The AKC Canine Good Citizen program teaches good manners to dogs and responsible ownership to their handlers. The 10-step CGC test is the gold standard of dog behavior — non-competitive, nationally recognized, and respected by landlords, insurance providers, and therapy dog organizations.
All dogs who pass receive an official AKC certificate. Whether achieved through private lessons or board & train is determined on an individual basis — speak with one of our trainers to find the right path.
