What is a premium Petcademy membership?

A premium Petcademy membership is an online program that helps pet parents train their dogs and cats. It includes a customized training plan, access to online support groups, a library of animated videos, and unlimited messaging with Petcademy’s team of trainers.

What device or operating system do I need?

The course is web-based, so all you need is a computer or smartphone that can access the internet.

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Text us anytime, anywhere with your most pressing training and behavior questions. With your Premium membership, enjoy unlimited access to positive reinforcement based trainers and a library of over 100 animated courses and lessons.

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Over 70,000Pets supported

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What pet parents say

Thanks to Petcademy my dog has stopped pulling me down the street!

Kelsey M.

My cat loves to scratch and Petcademy helped me identify healthy ways to redirect their scratching towards objects other than my couch. Hershey and I are both happy now!

Judy C.

I love that the videos are bite sized and focused on the key pieces of information I need to keep top of mind.

Wendy S.

The courses have valuable information and are illustrated in a very fun way!

Stetson B.

Perfect advice for new adopters! This is all excellent information to help a family who is new to being a pet owner and has recently adopted a rescued pet!

Winona R.

Super informative, in an easy to access and complete program!

Zoe L.

Thanks for all the guidance and tips. We will use this advice and continue to work with our boy.

Jessica L.

Our dog starting walking and extending her boundaries. We walked almost two miles. We are thrilled! Thank you very much for your support and guidance.

Mike M.

Thanks for everything, you have helped me so much!

Kathy S.

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$129 USD

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One-time payment

1-year membership includes

Unlimited access to certified trainers and behavioral consultants

Customized training plan for your dog

70+ video lessons

Unlimited access for one year

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With Petcademy you get to...

Ask a trainer anytime

Our certified trainers are just a text message away

Advice when you need it

Experienced trainers are here to answer all your questions

Fast response

Our certified trainers respond to every question within 12-hours on weekdays, 24-hours on weekends

Proactive outreach

A trainer will check-in monthly to see how things are going and provide recommendations where needed

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Build skills over time

Learn everything, from the basics to navigating behavioral challenges

Customized training plan

We’ll tailor your training based on your pet’s age, history and unique needs

Unlimited access to video lessons

Our lessons are created by certified trainers and behavioral consultants specializing in fear-free, positive reinforcement based training

Be part of a community

You are not alone in your journey of training or welcoming a new pet into your life

Interact with other pet parents

Share and learn from other pet parents in our vibrant online communities

Get support when you need it

Share your moments of achievement and challenge, and receive support from fellow pet parents in the community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Petcademy Premium membership?

A Petcademy membership offers comprehensive support and resources for pet parents looking to train their dogs and cats. With a Premium membership, you gain 24/7 access to certified trainers who you can text anytime with your most pressing training and behavior questions. Trainers respond within 12 hours on weekdays and 24 hours on weekends. You also enjoy unlimited access to over 100 animated courses and lessons covering a wide range of training topics, from basic cues to advanced behavioral challenges. Benefit from proactive outreach with monthly check-ins from a trainer to provide recommendations and support. Receive a customized training plan based on your pet’s age, history, and unique needs, ensuring a personalized approach to training. Join a vibrant community of pet parents, where you can share experiences, seek advice, and celebrate achievements together. All our training methods are fear-free and based on positive reinforcement, ensuring a humane and effective approach to pet training.

What do I need in order to get the most out of my Petcademy membership?

To get the most out of your Petcademy membership, you'll need a smartphone for accessing our support via text message. Additionally, since our courses are web-based, access to the internet is essential. Whether you're connected via WiFi or your data plan, being online allows you to explore our extensive library of resources and lessons.

How long do I have access for?

You will receive one year of access to Petcademy’s premium features, which includes a library of animated training videos and unlimited support from Petcademy’s team of certified trainers and behavioral consultants.

What type of training does Petcademy practice?

All Petcademy trainers are SFTD-CTP, CPDT-KA, FFCP, or KPA-CTP certified. We exclusively recommend fear free, positive reinforcement based training tactics.

Do you really donate a portion of sales to rescues & shelters?

Yes! We’re big fans of helping all animals find their forever home, and will donate 20% of the revenue from your online purchase to the rescue or shelter of your choice. Just select the name of your favorite rescue or shelter after you enroll.