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A calm black German Shepherd holding a down-stay in front of the Gateway Arch and the Old Courthouse in downtown St. Louis
Success stories

Real dogs, real results.

Named breeds, named problems, real outcomes for Metro East families and the dogs they live with.

Proof, not promises

Proof sits next to every claim.

Aaron trains high-energy, high-anxiety, and service dogs across the Metro East, with a daily video on every board and train. Below: real dogs, real places, real Google reviews.

Ranger, a shepherd mix, calm downtown
Alex VillegasRanger · 5★ · Google
Rescuing a dog from a shelter is quite the journey. Aaron provided a sigh of relief that no other trainer was able to do. There is nobody else I would want to train our dogs.
In the field

Training, in the places that matter.

Not a training-room highlight reel. This is training that holds on the neighborhood walk, around the kids, and out in public.

A young black Great Dane standing beneath the Gateway ArchField trips downtown

Distraction is the curriculum

Board-and-train dogs work real outings: the Arch grounds, busy plazas, crowds and noise. A command that holds there holds anywhere.

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Aaron working Rey on a downtown plaza with the Arch behindProofed at Busch Stadium

Rey, from Jade’s review

This is Rey, the same lab mix from the reviews wall, holding commands outside Busch Stadium after the 4-week board and train.

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A calm black German Shepherd holding a steady off-leash down-stay in front of the Gateway ArchOff leash, rock solid

A stay that holds anywhere

No leash, no fuss, in the middle of downtown. Aaron trains the dog to want to stay with you, then hands you the same handling.

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A young German Shepherd holding a stay while a child reaches outA stay a kid can walk up to

Steady around children

Holding a stay in a public park while a child walks up to say hi. Family-proofing is the whole point of family dog training.

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A toddler beside a calm long-coat German Shepherd at homeCalm at home

The living room test

The training comes home with a hands-on handoff and session videos, so the calm you saw in the videos is the dog you live with.

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A boy kneeling with a soccer ball next to a calm German ShepherdEasy around kids

A dog the whole family trusts

Relaxed off leash next to a boy and a soccer ball. This is the create-the-dog-you-dreamed-of part.

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Named dogs, named outcomes

The dogs behind the reviews.

Every one is a real Metro East dog whose family left a Google review. Same trainer, same method, a different problem solved each time.

What kind of results does Marmon Family Dog Training get?

Marmon Family Dog Training turns high-energy, high-anxiety, and reactive dogs into dogs their families can actually live with. Aaron Marmon works each dog himself, proofs the training in real public places, and on every board and train sends a short daily video, so the change holds at home and shows up on Google in a 5.0 rating from 42 reviews.

Josey, a Blue Heeler
Josey · Blue Heeler
She no longer has anxiety, knows her commands, does great on and off leash, and our hikes are so much more enjoyable! He also helped her with socializing.
Felecia S. · 5★ · Google
Rey, a Lab mix, lying calmly in the grass
Rey · Lab mix
We enrolled Rey into the 4 weeks board and train with amazing results! My dog is more calm, confident, and well-behaved. Thank you Aaron Marmon.
Jade · 5★ · Google
Cardi, a lab mix rescue
Cardi · Rescue
Aaron at Marmon Family Dog Training has taken our rescue dog Cardi to new, amazing potential. We love seeing the abilities she never knew she had!
Keith & Melody Corbin-Thorn · 5★ · Google
Baxter, a small terrier mix
Baxter · Terrier mix
Baxter was jumping all over our guests non-stop, preventing us from having people over. We highly recommend Aaron, as we can now enjoy friends over and company again!
Gus Midas · 5★ · Google
Straight from Google and Facebook

Real families, in their own words.

A 5.0 from 42 Google reviews, plus 100% recommend on Facebook. Every word below is a real owner about a real dog.

“He is worth every penny and more. The care and continued support we received from Aaron over the years has CHANGED OUR LIVES! Eleanor is happy, healthy, and a great addition to our family.”

Eleanor, a rescue Anatolian shepherdThe Rowland Family · 5★ · Google
Eleanor, rescue Anatolian
Friday, a doodle, sitting in golden-hour grass
Parris ChericoFriday · 5★

We sent our golden doodle Friday to Marmon Family Dog Training when she was around 9 months old. I told Aaron, when I call my dog, I want her to come to me.

Jaxson, a German Shepherd, on a mountain trail
Lonnie WillsJaxson · 5★

Great trainer! Jaxson is one of the best behaved German Shepherds I’ve ever seen since working with Aaron. Thank you for the hard work, it paid off in Spades!

Rocky, a Siberian Husky, in tall grass
Lori HinmanRocky · 5★

Our dog has been somewhat of a challenge from the beginning. As a rescue dog she was immediately a beloved member of our family, but we quickly noticed that she had more energy than most any dog we have ever come across.

A cream goldendoodle puppy
Karen HancockGoldendoodle · 5★

Aaron trained with our golden doodle puppy, myself and my husband. The difference we seen in her was amazing. I would highly recommend him.

Maggie, a Vizsla, exploring rocky shoreline
Mike TaylorMaggie · 5★

Aaron’s training with Maggie was the best investment you can make into our dog, our family, and our sanity!

A Belgian Malinois sitting on driftwood at the beach
Robin Puderbaugh5★

Aaron is genuine! Flexible. He loves what he does, and that very spirit is reflective in all his fur students! He’s THE BEST. He’s patient, thorough, confident and a professional.

★★★★★

We have a six-year-old overly friendly, energetic lab. When Aaron told us he was going to take her to Home Depot, parks, and places where she was going to see lots of people and other dogs, I was skeptical. We have used more trainers than I can count...

Cheryl Henggeler · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

Huge shoutout to Aaron for the incredible transformation we’ve seen in our 6 month puppy in such a short amount of time. What sets him apart is not just how well he works with the dog, but how well he teaches the owners too.

Stephanie Kopp · 5★ · Google
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We sent our Weimaraner, Bishop, for the board-and-train program and could not be happier. The daily videos of Bishop training in places like Home Depot and Busch Stadium gave us so much confidence. Bishop is awesome on and off leash and we feel confident taking him anywhere.

Nicolas Fuehne · 5★ · Google
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Aaron was the most amazing person I could have even imagined for the job of dog trainer. He not only trained my dog but took the time every single time to send me DETAILED videos explaining what was going on to help me out for when my dog got home.

Alyson Hearty · 5★ · Google
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Marmon Family Dog Training has been a life saver. Getting a new puppy while having 2 young kids under 5 was not exactly our smartest decision. Dolly was full of energy pulling on her leash, wild inside and could not be off leash outside.

Austin Droit · 5★ · Google
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Amazing experience! Aaron was amazing to work with, incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. We immediately noticed a difference in our dog after one session. Each session our dog continued to build and improve with Aaron’s guidance.

Courtney Sedlacek · 5★ · Google
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Aaron did a fantastic job with my dog Knox. We had several issues with Knox and bringing him to Aaron earlier would have saved me some headaches and frustration. Not only did Aaron help get Knox on a better path but helped me as a dog owner.

D Cray · 5★ · Google
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Aaron is awesome! My pup was very young, 12 weeks old when I dropped him off for Aaron’s boarding and training. It was the first week, that he had some success already with some drills. Fast forward, Bodhi is a joy to work with on my own.

Bryce Brow · 5★ · Google
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We rescued Jerry from a local shelter and it quickly became apparent that he experienced trauma early on in his life. Jerry is very anxious and we wanted to provide him with the best opportunity to succeed.

Chad Stolte · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

We cannot say enough great things about how amazing Marmon Family Dog Training is! Aaron takes the time to know your dog, and asks questions to set the training to your needs. He is a great teacher and his patience is unmatchable.

Kristina Andreatta · 5★ · Google
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Aaron was amazing. He worked with my 5 yo GSD every week for 8 weeks and by the end she was far less reactive. She is still doing well, but I know that if I need advice or sessions again, Aaron will be there.

Sandra Schaefer · 5★ · Google
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Aaron knows dogs! PERIOD! He spent 1 hour with our 2 Golden Doodles - he had the new puppy behaving in the first few minutes. If you need help with dog training - you need Marmon Family Dog Training.

Mark Porter · 5★ · Google
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Highly recommend Marmon Family Dog Training. Aaron is amazing with the dogs. He had my wild puppy sitting and lying down calmly during the first visit.

Jennifer McCormick · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

Aaron is such a genuine guy and that shines through while he is training his dogs. You can tell that he really cares for your pet and has very effective training procedures. The dogs reciprocate that kindness and authority with obedience. 5/5 highly recommend!

Mike Babcock · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

My dog hasn’t been wanting to eat since we moved houses over a month ago. I had a conversation with Aaron, and he’s practically back to normal 4 days later. Such a relief!

Abigail Parker · 5★ · Google
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I was very afraid that we would have to get rid of our dog. GREAT dog, but his peeing in the house was destroying our home. Aaron helped us work through the problem and we’ve now been free from pee puddles for months! Thanks Aaron!

Michael Meyerhoff · 5★ · Google
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Thanks to your help training Aina, we have been able to take her into the woods off leash for a walk and have been able to call her off squirrels.

Glenda J · 5★ · Google
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When I first got my dog, it happened by mistake. He was not good at listening and walking him was a challenge. I was introduced to Aaron through a friend.

Mokihana Sabang · 5★ · Google
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Aaron worked wonders for my pupper. I often get compliments on how well behaved he is and that is all due to the training he received from Aaron and I highly recommend!!!

Linda Noon · 5★ · Google
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It absolutely amazes me how well Aaron trains these pups of all age groups. Whoever said old dogs can’t learn new tricks hasn’t met Marmon Family Dog Training!

Toni Crunk · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and uses techniques that yield the positive results you are looking for. If you want your dog to follow commands and stop bad habits in their track. This is who you want leading the way.

Joshua Brack · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

Aaron really understands how to speak to the dogs style of training. He is patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend working with them.

Scott Green · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

Aaron is an incredible trainer. His breed knowledge is beyond measure!

Ashley Koch · 5★ · Google
★★★★★

Highly recommended Marmon Family Dog Training. Professional, knowledgeable and thoughtful. Definitely the best around!

Jake Calvert · 5★ · Google
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★★★★★ 5.0 from 42 Google reviews

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