SABALI DOG TRAINING ACADEMY
Dog training in Colonial Heights, VA
Colonial Heights is just under eight square miles, but it packs in a lot. The Boulevard's shopping and restaurant strip, quiet residential streets off Conduit Road, and riverfront green space near Fort Clifton Park. A dog living here is usually within a short walk of somewhere busy, which means training can't stop at basic commands. Sabali Dog Training Academy comes to your home in Colonial Heights and works with your dog in the actual places it needs to behave.
PROGRAMS
Our Training Programs
Three program options, sized to how much support your dog needs and how involved you want to be.
Applied Obedience program
$989 to $1,200
· 8 sessions ·
10% off for select service workers
Eight in-person sessions at your home and around your part of Colonial Heights.
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Owners typically want help with:
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Everyday obedience and manners in the house
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Pulling or lunging on walks
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Anxiety in new or busy settings
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Guarding food, toys, or favorite spots
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A dog that reacts fast and needs to slow down first
online obedience program
$70 per session
· 6 sessions recommended ·
Live, one-on-one coaching over video for owners who'd rather start now than wait on a scheduled home visit.
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This program is often used for:
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Working reactivity down step by step
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Locking in a routine that actually holds
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Ongoing check-ins as your dog progresses
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Steady guidance for dogs with a history of aggression
the sabali residential program
$2,100 · 21 days ·
10% off for select service workers
When a dog's behavior needs daily, focused attention, this program puts them with a trainer for 21 days straight. It's designed for aggression, deep anxiety, or reactivity that hasn't shifted with other training. Two transfer sessions at the end make sure the work comes home with your dog, not just stays with the trainer.
Here's what's included:
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Training every day of the 21-day stay
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Focused behavior modification and emotional regulation work
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A plan shaped around your dog's specific history
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Two sessions with you to carry the training forward
Not sure which program fits?
A dog that startles at passerbys on the Boulevard needs a different approach than a dog guarding its space in a household on Conduit Road. Start with a free consultation and we'll talk through your dog's behavior, your home, and your routine before pointing you to a program.
Why Chesterfield Families Choose
Sabali Dog Training Academy
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Training happens where you live.
Sessions take place in your home and neighborhood, so your dog practices around the things that can trigger them like guests, other dogs, and even the mail carrier.
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Flexible formats.
In-home, online, or residential. Pick what matches your dog's needs and your schedule.
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You're part of the training.
Every program teaches you how to lead your dog, so results don't disappear once sessions end.
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A clear plan.
Every program starts with a free consultation so you know exactly what to expect before you commit.
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We handle the harder cases.
Reactivity, resource guarding, fear-based anxiety, and aggression are things we work with regularly.
Areas We Serve Near Colonial Heights, VA
Sabali Dog Training Academy works with owners in Colonial Heights and the surrounding Tri-Cities area, including:
Don't see your area listed? Reach out. We're often able to work outside this list depending on location.
Frequently asked questions
Our Success Stories
See how personalized training and real-life practice have helped dogs and their families succeed.
Bajan Goodness, LLC
Hands down, the best dog trainers around! You get the sense that Sam and all of his staff members care for your dog as if it was their own! They even give you a report on how your dog did during their overnight stay as if you’re picking up a child from a daycare. I recommend them hands-down over anybody in the state!
I honestly couldn’t say enough good things about Sabali!!! Sam is knowledgeable, hard working and the love he has for all the dogs he trains is endless!! Every milestone is celebrated with you and I couldn’t have felt more supported. We will definitely be coming back for more advanced training once our girl is a bit older!!! Thank you for everything
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Sookie Parker, July 2025
We have been thrilled with Sam and his team training our puppy! Would recommend to anyone! He is patient with our questions, explains everything, and you can tell he absolutely loves dogs
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Latte, April 2025