//// Augusta · Evans · Aiken · The CSRA
Dog Training in Augusta, GA
Real-world results that stick long after training ends.
Ferry Good Dog Training is a veteran-owned dog trainer in Augusta, GA. We turn pulling, jumping, tune-you-out dogs into calm, reliable companions through board and train, private lessons and obedience training for families in Augusta, Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, North Augusta and Aiken.
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//// Sound Familiar?
Is Your Dog Running the House?
Most dogs we work with in Augusta and Columbia County aren’t bad dogs. They’re smart dogs nobody has given clear rules to yet, so they make their own.
The good news: the most common dog behavior problems are very fixable with professional dog training in Augusta, plus structure and consistency at home, often in just a few weeks.
//// Problems We Solve
Common Dog Behavior Problems We Fix in Augusta
✓ Leash pulling
Calm, loose-leash walks instead of being dragged down the street.
✓ Jumping on people
Polite greetings for guests, kids and grandparents.
✓ Not coming when called
A reliable recall, even when something is more interesting.
✓ Doorbell chaos
Going to place and staying there when someone knocks.
✓ Door dashing
Waiting at open doors and gates instead of bolting.
✓ Excessive barking
Quieting on cue at the window, fence and front door.
✓ Counter surfing
Leaving food on counters and tables alone.
✓ Furniture boundaries
Staying off beds, couches and anywhere else you choose.
✓ Car manners
Loading, riding and unloading calmly.
✓ Selective hearing
Listening the first time, at home and out in public.
✓ Destructive chewing
Settling down instead of chewing up the house.
✓ Public manners
Relaxed behavior on patios, at the park and around town.
//// Our Services
Dog Training Programs in Augusta, GA
★ Most Popular
3, 4 or 6 weeks
Dog Board and Train
Our board and train program in Augusta, GA: your dog lives and trains with us every day in a structured routine, then comes home with a hands-on go-home session for you. It’s the fastest way to real, lasting change.
✓ Basic Obedience: loose-leash walking, sit, down, place
✓ Off-Leash: reliable recall around real distractions
✓ Advanced: complete off-leash, distraction-proof control
One-on-one
Private Dog Training
Private dog training lessons in the Augusta area, where you train alongside your dog with a Ferry Good trainer and learn the timing and handling yourself. Ideal if you want to be hands-on or keep your dog at home.
✓ Sessions built around your dog and your goals
✓ You learn the skills to keep progress going
✓ Hybrid option: pair lessons with a board and train stay
Every program includes lifetime support.
Once training is done, you’re part of the Ferry Good family. Have a question? Reach out anytime, for the life of your dog.
//// Train for Your Goal
Everyday manners
Dog Obedience Training
Dog obedience training in Augusta for loose-leash walking, sit, down, place and coming when called, proofed around real-world distractions.
Obedience training →
Freedom & reliability
Off-Leash Dog Training
Reliable recall and control without a leash, so your dog can join you on hikes, at Clarks Hill Lake and around Evans and Augusta.
Off-leash training →
Start them right
Puppy Training
Puppy training in Augusta for potty and crate habits, socialization and early manners, built for puppies as young as 8 weeks.
Puppy training →
Calmer, safer behavior
Dog Aggression Training
Help for leash reactivity, dog-on-dog aggression, fear-based aggression and aggression toward people, with a structured plan for your dog.
Aggression training →
//// From First Call to Lasting Results
How Our Dog Training Program Works
Here’s exactly what to expect when you work with Ferry Good, Augusta’s veteran-owned dog trainer.
Free Evaluation
We evaluate your dog, learn your goals and recommend the right program.
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Choose Your Program
Board and train, where your dog lives and trains with us, or private lessons, where you train alongside your trainer.
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Structured Training
Consistent work builds new habits, with photo and video updates during board and train and hands-on coaching in private lessons.
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You Take the Lead
You learn every command hands-on and take home a written plan to keep the progress going.
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//// The Ferry Good Difference
Why Augusta Dog Owners Choose Ferry Good Dog Training
Choosing a dog trainer in Augusta, especially for a board and train program, is a big decision. Here’s what every family gets.
Free Evaluation
We start by evaluating your dog’s behavior and learning your goals, then recommend the program that fits. No pressure.
Photo & Video Updates
See your dog’s progress throughout the stay, not just at pickup. Families say it’s what put them at ease.
Hands-On Go-Home Session
You practice every command with your dog alongside your trainer, then leave with step-by-step written instructions.
Lifetime Support
Training doesn’t end at pickup. Every graduate gets lifetime phone and text support, so you can ask questions and get guidance for the life of your dog.
Balanced, Honest Methods
Rewards for good choices plus clear, fair communication, and we walk you through every tool we use.
Same Dog, Better Manners
Your dog comes home calmer and more confident, with their personality fully intact.
The goal isn’t a dog who only listens to a trainer. It’s a dog who listens to you, at home, on walks and everywhere in between.
Book Your Free Evaluation//// Success Stories
Dog Training Reviews From Augusta-Area Families
★★★★★
“Kash spent 4 weeks with Ferry Good. Although we missed Kash we received videos and updates on how he was doing throughout the 4 weeks… He explained to us what to do and gave us everything step by step in writing… We were absolutely amazed at how well Kash did.”
Fred R.
★★★★★
“I’m currently deployed, and he still kept me involved with regular updates/photos… Moses is a large breed and the jumping was hard to manage and intimidating for strangers, but he doesn’t jump anymore… He also goes to his place when the doorbell rings and stays there, which has made our home much calmer.”
Veronica W.
★★★★★
“She jumped on everybody, knocked down the grandkids & nipped at them, she had to be restrained when someone came to the door… She follows direction, she doesn’t jump, the grandkids are no longer afraid. Worth every penny!!!!”
Retired Mimi
//// Meet the Founder
Ben Ferry, Augusta’s Veteran Dog Trainer
Ben served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2013 to 2017 as an Infantry Squad Leader with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines. He brings the same structure, discipline and follow-through to every dog he trains.
In 2020 he completed the Master Trainer course at Highland Canine School for Dog Trainers, followed by a three-month internship working with professional working dogs. Today he owns and runs Ferry Good Dog Training, serving families throughout the Augusta area.
10% off for military and first responders, including Fort Eisenhower families. Thank you for your service.
//// The Longer It Goes
The Real Cost of Waiting It Out
Most dogs don’t outgrow jumping, pulling or ignoring you. Each week a habit gets practiced, it gets a little harder to undo, and life around it gets a little smaller.
✓ Walks that feel like a workout, so they happen less and less.
✓ Guests you dread inviting over because of the jumping and barking.
✓ A dog left home while the family hikes, travels or visits the lake.
✓ A scare you can’t take back: a knocked-down child or a dog that bolts into the road.
Get ahead of it before the habits harden.
//// FAQs
Dog Training FAQs
How much does dog training cost in Augusta?
Every dog and every family is different, so cost depends on the program that’s right for you and your dog. After your free evaluation, we’ll recommend a plan and give you clear pricing with no surprises. We have programs to fit a range of budgets, and financing is available so you can spread payments over time.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing is available on our training programs, so you can get started now and pay over time. Ask about payment options during your free evaluation.
What training methods do you use?
A balanced approach: rewards for good choices, combined with clear, consistent communication. We explain every tool and technique before training starts and show you how to use them at home.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the greater Augusta area on both sides of the river, including Augusta, Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, Fort Eisenhower, Thomson and Appling in Georgia, and North Augusta, Aiken, Edgefield, McCormick and Greenwood in South Carolina.
Will my dog listen to me, or just the trainer?
You. That’s what the go-home session is for: you practice every command hands-on with your trainer and leave with written instructions, so the results carry over to your home.
What happens after training ends?
You’re never on your own. Every Ferry Good graduate gets lifetime phone and text support. If something comes up, call or text us with questions and we’ll help you work through it. Additional in-person sessions are available separately.
Do you offer military discounts?
Yes. Military members and first responders get 10% off any program.
What’s the difference between board and train and private lessons?
With board and train, your dog lives and trains with us for 3 to 6 weeks, and you join for a hands-on go-home session at the end. With private dog training lessons, you work alongside a Ferry Good trainer and learn to handle your dog yourself. Not sure which fits? We’ll recommend one at your free evaluation.
How long is your board and train program?
Our dog board and train programs in Augusta run 3, 4 or 6 weeks, depending on your dog and your goals, from basic obedience to complete off-leash control.
Do you work with families in Evans, Martinez and Grovetown?
Yes. We work with dog owners across Columbia County, including Evans, Martinez, Grovetown and Appling, as well as Augusta, Hephzibah, North Augusta and Aiken. Your free evaluation is the first step.
Don’t see your question? Ask us during your free evaluation.
Book Your Free Evaluation//// Service Areas
Dog Training Near Augusta & the CSRA
Ferry Good is a veteran-owned Augusta dog training company serving families on both sides of the Savannah River. From busy streets in Evans and Martinez to quiet lake roads near Clarks Hill, we train dogs for the places Augusta families actually live, walk and visit. We work with many Fort Eisenhower military families, including those preparing for a PCS move, and every Augusta-area client gets the same structured program, real-world practice and lifetime phone and text support.
Georgia
Appling · Augusta · Elberton · Evans · Fort Eisenhower (Fort Gordon) · Grovetown · Harlem · Hephzibah · Lincolnton · Martinez · Thomson · Washington
South Carolina
Abbeville · Aiken · Beech Island · Calhoun Falls · Clarks Hill · Edgefield · Graniteville · Greenwood · Johnston · McCormick · North Augusta
//// Free Evaluation
Book a Free Dog Training Evaluation in Augusta
We’ll evaluate your dog, talk through your goals and tell you honestly which dog training program fits. No obligation. Serving Augusta, Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, North Augusta, Aiken and the surrounding CSRA.
✓ Programs for a range of budgets
✓ Financing available
✓ 10% off for military & first responders
Takes about 30 seconds
Book Your Free Evaluation
Answer a few quick questions so we can recommend the right program for you and your dog.
Your info is 100% secure.
By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from Ferry Good Dog Training. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt out.