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Meet Austin Meyer, Head Dog Trainer in Richmond and Ashland, VA

Austin Meyer is the head trainer serving Richmond and Ashland with 3 years of experience. He focuses on positive reinforcement, strong leash walking and heel work, general obedience, and behavior support for reactivity and aggression. Austin is highly client-focused and known for breaking training down into clear, real examples that make sense, so owners feel confident following through long after training ends.

  • Programs: Expedite Pro, Community and Urban Board and Train, Private Lessons
  • Training Style: Clear expectations, accountability, individualized plans, engaging and fun sessions
  • Education: Off Leash K9 Training Program (2023), ongoing seminars and workshops

About Austin Meyer

Austin became a dog trainer because he enjoys creating real, lasting change for both dogs and their owners. He focuses heavily on the client by setting clear expectations, holding people accountable, and teaching skills in a way that is simple to understand and easy to apply at home. He believes long-term results happen when owners feel supported and know exactly what to do.

Every dog Austin trains is treated as an individual. Dogs are set up for success, trained at a fair pace, and kept engaged throughout the process. Clients can expect honest feedback, realistic goals, and a coach who is committed to helping them maintain results for the long run.

What Austin Loves Training Most

  • Teaching polite leash walking and a reliable heel command
  • Building clear obedience that holds up in real life
  • Helping reactive or aggressive dogs improve through structured training
  • Coaching owners with practical steps they can follow daily

Austin’s Training Approach

Austin believes dogs need to understand how to succeed before they are held accountable. He uses clear structure, realistic expectations, and rewarding repetition so the dog understands exactly what earns success. Training sessions are designed to be enjoyable and motivating, so the dog finishes wanting more.

Training Tip From Austin: Dogs need to understand how to succeed before they are held accountable. Training should be fun and leave the dog wanting more.

Education and Continuing Training

  • Off Leash K9 Training Program, 2023
  • Ongoing professional education through seminars with nationally recognized dog trainers and behavior educators, workshops, and hands-on training

Ready to Work With Austin?

Austin offers Expedite Pro, Community and Urban Board and Train programs, and private lessons for families in Richmond and Ashland who want lasting obedience results and real-world reliability.

Book a Free Phone Consultation Today!