Welcome to FETCH WORTHY
Dog Training in Austin

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Helping You Train a Well-Behaved Dog
The Humane Way

Dog Trainers Victoria Stilwell and Shelly Haines.
Shelly and Victoria Stilwell are world-renowned dog trainers best known from the TV hit series “It’s Me or the Dog.”

Training Dogs & People Austin, Buda, Kyle & Virtually Nationwide

Certified, Insured, and Recommended

Shelly Haines owns Fetch Worthy, an Austin dog training business. She’s a certified dog trainer through the Victoria Stilwell Academy and Fear Free Certified Professional (VSA-CDT, FFCP, AKC Evaluator) in-person track. Her training methods are focused on communicating with your dog, not controlling and dominating them.

Dog Training Offered

From common dog behavior problems to raising a new puppy, our training plans are results-based based on your goals. This process will help you build a better relationship with your dog.

We offer in-person & online private dog training for obedience, jumping, nipping, barking, lunging, leash pulling, potty training, chewing, coming when called, leash reactivity, mouthing, overexcited greetings, crate training, new dog introductions, stranger danger, anxieties, noise phobias separation anxiety, and car anxiety.

Our Dog Training Method

Fetch Worthy applies reward-based dog training methods rooted in science & compassion. This means training dogs kindly and gently. We do not use fear or pain to train dogs.

Individualized dog training plans are designed to strengthen the human-animal bond, teach clear communication, and bring harmony back into the pet home. If you’re committed to creating and helping your dog be happier and well-behaved, we’re committed to helping you reach those goals. More on how we work...

Dog Training Services

Private Dog Training in Austin TX area. Golden Retriever ready to go train!

Private Dog Training

This is for dogs that need specific behavioral training. Changing behavior begins with a private lesson, we come to you training to customize to your family and dog’s needs. We use real-world training plans to practice new skills using dog science and learning theory with compassion.

Fetch Worthy Puppy Training in Austin is a perfect winter time gift.

Puppy Training Program

For puppies and dogs up to the age of 2 specific behavioral training needs related to the home. No one wants to have an unruly adult dog. Puppy socialization and setting a foundation takes skill and time, so teach your puppy to be well-adjusted in a positive way (more in this blog) that doesn’t create problems in the future.

Dogs love training classes!

Dog Training Classes

Dogs at least 6 months old should be able to focus in class and learn foundation commands or advanced commands, like AKC Canine Good Citizen and Rocket Recall ® to Leash Walking without reactivity.

Dog Training Service Area

We provide Dog Training Services in South Austin and Austin neighborhoods, including:

  • Barton Hills
  • Bear Creek
  • Bee Cave
  • Buda
  • Bluff Springs
  • Southwest Austin
  • Easton Park
  • East Side
  • Kyle
  • Mountain City
  • Plum Creek
  • Oak Hill
  • Onion Creek
  • Rollingwood
  • Shady Hollow
  • South Austin
  • Southpark Meadows
  • Sunset Valley
  • Central Austin
  • Uhland
  • Villages of Western Oaks
  • Zilker …and more

We have an extended service area that is not listed. 

What is the Positive Reinforcement Method?

We don’t follow outdated dominance, pack, or alpha theories. Be sure and ask me why!

We will never use punishments like noise-makers, leash corrections, spray bottles, choke chains, prong collars, shock collars, e-collars, or “training collars” We don’t use slip leads, leash pressure, yelling, alpha rolls, grabbing muzzle, or hitting.

We teach the dog what we want them to do through training, preventing, and redirecting what we don’t. Scientific evidence has shown that the unwanted behavior will fade, and new behaviors will take their place. There are layers behind that statement; you need a training plan to get you there.

Dog Training Blog

The Watering Bowl | Outdoor off leash dog park and bar in South Austin

St. Pawtrick’s at the Watering Bowl

Are you looking for a fun event to do outside with your dog on St. Patrick’s this year? This St. Patrick’s day, March 17th 2025, is “St. Pawtrick’s” a fun outdoor social event in South Austin at the Watering Bowl. The Watering Bowl is an outdoor dog park and bar …

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Penny Lane the Lab with her Kong toy

Magic Mat Teaches Your Puppy to Settle Calmly

How to Teach Your Puppy to Settle Calmly on a Magic Mat Puppies often get excited when encountering new places, people, or dogs. This excitement can lead to unwanted behaviors like barking, jumping, and not listening to you. But don’t worry! With the Magic Mat, you can teach your puppy …

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Best Things to Teach Your Puppy

New puppies are a lot of fun but can also be overwhelming. Learn Certified Dog Trainer Shelly Haines‘ Top 5 things to teach your puppy. Start with dog training basics A simple thing that can help make your life with your new dog easier is Dog Training. Start training your puppy …

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