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BarkSmart Dog Training — Dog Training in Little Elm, TX

BarkSmart Dog Training is a dog training business in Little Elm, Texas offering private lessons, group classes, and virtual training, working by traveling to clients. They describe their approach as reward-based training, take aggression cases by assessment, and publish pricing from from $30 per session to $80 per course.

Little Elm, TX • Mobile / travels to you

Verified listingClaimed by the owner

Last reviewed: Sep 22, 2026

Transparency Score

94 / 100

Highly transparent

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Price transparency: 100%
Method transparency: 100%
Program clarity: 77%

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About BarkSmart Dog Training

Based on what the business publishes about itself

BarkSmart Dog Training provides private lessons, group classes, and virtual training sessions for dogs in Little Elm and surrounding North Texas communities. Owner Lorelei uses positive reinforcement methods exclusively, rewarding desired behaviors while building trust and communication between dogs and their owners. She does not use shock collars, prong collars, or intimidation-based corrections.

Private lessons take place at a public park in Little Elm with the owner present throughout each session. Training covers puppy foundations, obedience at various levels, leash walking, socialization, and recall work. Lorelei also works with dogs on service dog and therapy dog preparation. She evaluates aggression cases individually to determine fit.

Group classes run in four-week sessions when enrollment allows, focusing on puppy basics, obedience, leash skills, and socialization. Virtual training is available for owners who prefer remote sessions. All programs include ongoing support after training concludes. BarkSmart serves Little Elm, Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Denton, and numerous other cities across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

What dog training programs does BarkSmart Dog Training offer?

Private lessons, group classes, and virtual sessions cover a wide range of needs, from puppy basics and leash reactivity to service dog and therapy dog preparation. BarkSmart Dog Training includes lifetime support with each program. Group classes run 4 weeks, while private and virtual sessions are priced per visit.

BarkSmart Private Dog Training

From $30 per session

Hour-long private sessions held at a public park in Little Elm. The owner attends and participates throughout, learning how to communicate with and support their dog. Training is customized to each dog's individual needs and covers puppy basics, obedience skills, leash walking, socialization, recall, and preparation for service or therapy dog work.

Sessions focus on building communication and confidence through positive reinforcement. A three-session minimum package is available for $90.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Advanced obedience, Leash training, Leash reactivity, Resource guarding, Socialization, Recall & off-leash, Service dog training, Therapy dog training

Includes: Lifetime support

BarkSmart Group Dog Training Classes

From $80 per course

Four-week group courses covering puppy basics, obedience at different levels, leash skills, and socialization. Classes run when enough participants are enrolled. Contact the trainer to ask about current class schedules and availability.

Dogs learn alongside other dogs in a structured group setting, practicing skills while building social confidence.

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Advanced obedience, Leash training, Socialization

Includes: Lifetime support

Virtual Training Sessions

From $25 per session

One-on-one virtual sessions covering any training topic, from puppy basics to advanced obedience, behavior concerns, or sport preparation. Sessions are conducted remotely, allowing flexibility for busy schedules or owners outside the immediate service area.

The trainer guides owners through exercises and techniques via video call, providing real-time feedback and instruction.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Advanced obedience, Leash training, Leash reactivity, Aggression, Resource guarding, Fear & anxiety, Separation anxiety, Socialization, Recall & off-leash, Service dog training, Therapy dog training, Agility & dog sports, Scent work

Includes: Lifetime support

How much does BarkSmart Dog Training cost?

Virtual sessions start at $25, private lessons at $30 per session, and group classes at $80 for the 4-week course. All prices are listed as starting points, so final costs may vary based on the dog's needs or package chosen.

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at BarkSmart Dog Training in Little Elm, TX
Program	Price	Length
BarkSmart Private Dog Training	From $30 per session	Not stated

Group Classes pricing

Group Classes pricing at BarkSmart Dog Training in Little Elm, TX
Program	Price	Length
BarkSmart Group Dog Training Classes	From $80 per course	4 weeks

Virtual Training pricing

Virtual Training pricing at BarkSmart Dog Training in Little Elm, TX
Program	Price	Length
Virtual Training Sessions	From $25 per session	Not stated

What training methods does BarkSmart Dog Training use?

They explicitly describe their approach as force-free. Aggression cases are considered on a case-by-case basis. Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.

Where does BarkSmart Dog Training offer dog training?

BarkSmart Dog Training is a mobile trainer based in Little Elm, TX, traveling to clients rather than hosting them, offering private lessons, group classes, and virtual sessions online.

Their public materials do not state a wider service area, so Barklen lists Little Elm only. Ask whether they travel or take clients from nearby areas.

This is a mobile-only service covering the Little Elm area. No fixed facility address is provided, so training takes place at the client's location or another agreed-upon spot.

What should you ask BarkSmart Dog Training before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

Ask for current pricing on , which are not published online.
Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
Ask which training tools, if any, they use and when.

Location and hours

Little Elm, TX 75068, Little Elm, TX

Hours are not published in the materials Barklen reviewed. Confirm before visiting.

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed BarkSmart Dog Training against the business's public materials and details supplied by the owner and published this listing. That is not a check of licenses, insurance, or certifications. See our methodology for what a verified listing does and does not mean.

Details the public materials do not address (owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, and certifications) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Sep 22, 2026

What Barklen could verify

Programs listed: 3 programs (private lessons, group classes, virtual training)
Published pricing: Published for 2 of 3 programs
Training method: Reward-based
Aggression and reactivity cases: Aggression cases by assessment
Facility: Mobile / travels to you
Insurance: States no insurance
Guarantee: No guarantee offered
Dogs per trainer: 1
Years in business: 1+ years
Booking: Phone only
Waitlist: No waitlist mentioned