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A Better Canine 4 U is a dog training business in El Paso, Texas offering private lessons and group classes. They accept aggression and reactivity cases and list AKC CGC Evaluator credentials.
El Paso, TX • 4.7 ★ (13 Google reviews)
Last reviewed: Oct 10, 2026
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A Better Canine 4 U is listed among dog training programs in El Paso. Published program types include private lessons, group classes. Ask about staffing, methods, and follow-up support before you book.
Group classes include AKC Canine Good Citizen, S.T.A.R. Puppy, and Therapy Dog programs, which the site describes as a first step toward therapy or service dog certification. A Better Canine 4 U also offers private and group lessons covering basic through advanced obedience for both adults and juniors.
Price not published.
Training lessons cover basic and advanced obedience as well as basic agility skills, offered to individuals or groups including juniors.
Sessions can be conducted one-on-one or in a group setting, by appointment.
Best for: Dogs and owners including puppies, adults, timid, high-strung, aggressive, or behavioral problem dogs.
Requirements: Offered for adults and juniors
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Price not published.
Classes prepare dogs for AKC Canine Good Citizen, S.T.A.R. Puppy, and Therapy Dog evaluations, covering obedience and socialization foundations.
Classes are held to prepare dogs for official AKC evaluation testing.
Best for: Puppies and dogs being introduced to therapy or service work pathways.
Requirements: This is the first step towards a therapy or service dog title, per site.
Focus: Basic obedience, Puppy training, Socialization, Therapy dog training
A Better Canine 4 U does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.
| Program | Price | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Group and/or Private Lessons | Not published | Not stated |
| Program | Price | Length |
|---|---|---|
| AKC Canine Good Citizen, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and AKC Therapy Dog Program Classes | Not published | Not stated |
The site uses general language about training philosophy without naming specific techniques or tools. They do accept dogs with aggression or reactivity issues.
Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.
As described in the business's own materials
According to their site, worked as a dog behaviorist since 1985 and completed a 7-year apprenticeship. Has taught as a Dog Behavioral Class instructor at El Paso Community College since 1997 and taught Dog First Aid courses there since 2003.
Credentials listed on their site: AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Evaluator, and AKC Therapy Dog Program Evaluator. Barklen has not independently verified these.
A Better Canine 4 U is based in El Paso, TX, offering private lessons and group classes.
Their site says they serve dog owners in El Paso, Texas, and the Chaparral/Las Cruces, New Mexico area, offering group or private lessons for adults and juniors, plus dog/house sitting services.
The Norton Street address is in El Paso's 79904 zip code. Parking and accessibility information aren't published.
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8809 Norton St, El Paso, TX
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Last reviewed by Barklen: Oct 10, 2026
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