Dog Training in Apache Junction, Arizona
Helping dog owners build calm, confident, and well-mannered companions through personalized training programs designed for real-life success.
Is Your Dog Making Daily Life More Stressful?
Whether you're struggling with a new puppy or challenging behaviors in an older dog, you're not alone.
We help Apache Junction dog owners overcome common issues such as:
✅ Pulling on the leash
✅ Excessive barking
✅ Jumping on visitors
✅ Reactivity toward people or dogs
✅ Anxiety and nervous behaviors
✅ Poor recall
✅ Puppy biting and chewing
✅ Lack of focus and impulse control
Training isn't just about obedience. It's about creating a stronger relationship with your dog and helping them succeed in the environments they experience every day.
Meet Your Trainer
Hi, I'm Sherry, owner of Side By Side Dog Training.
I founded Side By Side Dog Training because I believe every dog owner deserves the confidence that comes from having a well-mannered companion and a strong relationship with their dog.
My approach focuses on clear communication, consistency, and practical training methods that fit into everyday life. Whether you're working through puppy challenges, leash manners, reactivity, or obedience goals, my mission is to guide both you and your dog toward lasting success.
I am passionate about helping families throughout Apache Junction and the East Valley build stronger bonds with their dogs through personalized training and ongoing support.
Why Apache Junction Dog Owners Choose Side By Side Dog Training
✓ Personalized training plans
✓ One-on-one coaching
✓ Positive relationship-focused methods
✓ Real-world training scenarios
✓ Support between sessions
✓ Training tailored to your goals
✓ Serving Apache Junction and the East Valley
Every dog is different. That's why our training plans are customized to meet the unique needs of both the dog and the family. We focus on creating practical skills that improve daily life and strengthen the relationship between you and your dog.
Dog Training Designed for Life in Apache Junction
Living in Apache Junction provides unique opportunities and challenges for dog owners.
From neighborhood walks and community parks to outdoor adventures near the Superstition Mountains, dogs need the skills and confidence to navigate a variety of environments.
Our training programs help dogs develop reliable behavior both at home and in public settings so they can become enjoyable companions wherever life takes you.
We proudly serve families throughout:
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Apache Junction
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Gold Canyon
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East Mesa
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Queen Valley
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Superstition Foothills
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Surrounding East Valley communities
Success Stories
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I highly recommend Sherry! She’s changed my puppies life! Cinnamon was so wild and wanting to bite our older dog all the time. I was literally at my wits end. Now she’s able to be around the other dog and play and be calm! I’m forever grateful! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. 💜
-Beth G
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Sherry has turned our home life around with two highly rambunctious but loveable dogs that got themselves into some serious trouble at home with attacking their siblings. We thought our only option might be a heartbreaking decision. Working with Sherry, we know the situation is much more manageable, and we have gained much needed control of these two. She trained Mac and Lydia at her place for two weeks, and they came back much calmer dogs. They don't pull us around on their leash, have stopped being reactive to other dogs, and we can enjoy dinner in peace while they are in their "place". I was really worried that this would change the part of their personalities that I love, but they are the same dogs just calmer and much easier to focus. We had tried bark collars that made my Lydia severely depressed while wearing. She was living in fear it would go off. And Mac had to spend three hours at the vet with us, and he normally would pace and pant and cry. He was calm and just laid on the floor during the entire visit. Sherry's methods do not cause any fear just obedience that is much needed with high strung dogs. And Sherry is so supportive after the initial intense training. She goes out with us into the environments that we have struggled with in the past to teach us how to handle them effectively. Sherry is able to walk these two together, which is amazing. I am not quite ready to give that a try, but very soon. I was very apprehensive about being separated from my Lydia for two weeks. Sherry gave me regular updates with videos and pictures. And when Sherry comes to our house for the follow up training, Lydia and Mac are glad to see her. We highly recommend hiring Sherry if you are looking for a very hands on dog trainer who will help you and your dog every step of the way.
-Dawn N
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Sherry knows exactly what she’s doing and she proved it with helping us get control back from our 200Ib Saint Bernard who used to lunge, pull, and react to every person he saw on walks. We used to wait late at night/early mornings to try to avoid people to be able to walk our dog. Now we can confidently walk him without issues. We did a two week board and train and she kept us updated every day. When he was done with training she taught us how to keep up with it to make sure he doesn’t go back to the way he was. She also checks in on how he is doing and if we ever have questions or need help she would always help us. She truly loves and enjoys working with these dogs I would recommend her to anyone who ever needs help with their dogs!!!!
-Belen T