Multiple dogs, all breeds — calm and structured under Angelo's guidance
Professional Dog Training — Westchester, NY & Fairfield County, CT
Whether your dog pulls on the lead, ignores recall, jumps on guests, or won't settle — Angelo Presta has spent 14+ years fixing exactly these problems. Private lessons and board & train programs that deliver real, lasting results.
Multiple dogs, all breeds — calm and structured under Angelo's guidance
14+
Years Experience
All
Breeds & Ages
1:1
Private Lessons Available
3-8
Week Board & Train
Walks are stressful. Guests can't come over without chaos. You can't trust them off-lead. Every trip to the park is a gamble. You've watched YouTube videos, tried treats, maybe even done a group class — and nothing stuck.
The problem isn't your dog. It's that they haven't had the right structure, consistency, and communication from someone who does this professionally — every single day.
Angelo Presta has spent 14+ years training dogs of every breed, temperament, and issue. Whether you need private lessons or a full board & train program — he'll build a plan around your dog's specific needs and your goals.
Every dog gets a personalised training approach
No matter what your dog is struggling with, Angelo has seen it before. Here are some of the most common issues dog owners bring to The Art of K9.
Walks should be enjoyable — not a tug-of-war. Angelo teaches loose-leash walking that lasts.
Your dog bolts out the door or ignores you off-lead. Angelo builds reliable recall you can trust.
Guests dread visiting. Your dog knocks kids over. Structured training replaces jumping with calm greetings.
At the door, at other dogs, at nothing. Angelo addresses the root cause — not just the noise.
Lunging, barking, and losing control at the sight of other dogs, bikes, or joggers. Structured desensitization fixes this.
Cowering, shutting down, panic in new environments. Angelo builds confidence through structure and consistency.
Toward people, other dogs, or both. Angelo specialises in the cases other trainers won't take. Extended programs available.
Destructive when left alone, barking for hours, or panicking when you leave. Board & train builds independence.
Growling or snapping over food, toys, or furniture. Dangerous if left unchecked — especially with children in the home.
Puppies or adult dogs who haven't learned bite inhibition. Clear boundaries replace the nipping habit.
Constant zoomies, can't relax in the house, zero impulse control. Angelo teaches place command and calm state of mind.
You can't trust your dog at the park or hiking. Angelo's off-leash training builds real-world reliability.
Don't see your dog's issue listed? Call Angelo — there's a good chance he's handled it before.
Angelo offers private lessons for owners who want to train alongside their dog, and board & train programs for a complete transformation. He'll recommend the right option after discussing your dog's needs.
Private Lessons
$500 / lesson
or 5-lesson package: $2,500
Ideal if you want to be hands-on in the training process
Board & Train
$3,850–$5,000
Your dog lives & trains with Angelo
Best for obedience, recall, and general behavior issues
Board & Train
$6,500–$8,000
For serious behavior challenges
For aggression, severe reactivity, bite history, or complex cases
$1,000 non-refundable deposit required. Balance due on Day 1. Not sure which option? Angelo will recommend the right fit.
Fill out the application below with your dog's issues and your goals. Angelo will call you personally to discuss the right approach — private lessons, board & train, or both.
For private lessons, you train alongside your dog with Angelo guiding every session. For board & train, your dog lives with Angelo and trains daily in real-world environments.
Angelo gives you the tools, knowledge, and ongoing support to maintain every behavior change. Board & train includes a detailed go-home session where you learn exactly how to keep the results.
"Angelo is a wonderful dog trainer. Regardless of age, temperament, or breed of your dog, I highly recommend sending your dog for obedience boarding with him. He takes the time to understand the uniqueness of each dog, and structure a program towards that so they become wonderful lifelong pets."
Ri Mehta
"The Art of K9 is wonderful and I would highly recommend it to anyone who needs a little or a lot of help with their dogs. I have two large dogs — a 2-year-old Golden Retriever and a 4-year-old Old English Bulldog. They ruled the house until I sent them to Angelo. Now they are so much more behaved and he gave us the tools to make sure they stay that way."
Jen Dehardt
"Angelo is awesome. His attention to detail, his keen insight and ability to see what's actually going on and what my dog needed is spot on. Since working with him Hercules is more responsive and less stubborn, amazing walks and way less reactive to other dogs. Angelo gives clear direction, homework and lessons."
Jennifer Vagios
Certified Master Dog Trainer — Owner, The Art of K9
Angelo has trained dogs professionally since 2011 — over 14 years. He works with every breed and every issue, from basic obedience to severe behavioral challenges. Your dog trains in real-world environments — because that's where the results need to work. Angelo takes a limited number of dogs each month so every one gets his full attention.
Angelo works with a small number of dogs at a time. Tell him about your dog and he'll recommend the right program.
Balanced training — a combination of positive reinforcement (food, praise) and fair corrections when needed. Tools may include e-collars, prong collars, slip leads, and head halters depending on the dog. This isn't punishment-based training — it's structured communication that gets real results.
Private lessons work well if you want to be hands-on in the training process and your dog has mild to moderate issues. Board & train is better for dogs with more serious behavioral challenges, or if you want faster, more immersive results. Angelo will recommend the right option after learning about your specific situation.
Angelo targets 50–85% improvement depending on the dog and the issue. No trainer can guarantee 100% — your dog's progress also depends on your consistency at home. What Angelo does guarantee is 100% commitment, support, and a program tailored to your dog's specific needs.
Yes — all breeds, all ages, all temperaments. Angelo has worked with everything from Golden Retrievers and Bulldogs to German Shepherds and rescue mixes. The training approach is tailored to your dog's individual needs, not a one-size-fits-all program.
Absolutely. Pulling, jumping, running away, poor recall, not settling — these are some of the most common reasons dog owners call Angelo. You don't need an aggressive dog to benefit from professional training. A 3–4 week board & train or a package of private lessons can make a dramatic difference.
The Art of K9 serves Westchester County, NY and Fairfield County, CT. Private lessons can be conducted at your home or at Angelo's facility. Board & train dogs stay with Angelo in Westchester for the duration of the program.
Tell us about your dog and what you'd like to fix. Angelo will call you to discuss the right program — no pressure, no sales pitch.
