Metro
Dog Training
"All dogs have the ability to learn new habits, no matter their age, size, breed or behavior issue."
Twahlee Rollins, Owner & Trainer
3000+
Dogs trained
14+
Years Experienced
Our services
MDT Services
Elevate your dog's skills with Metro Dog Training's tailored services for every pup!
Our NYC Lifestyle Obedience Training focuses on key areas like engagement, play, exercise, socialization, and on and off leash control for a well-rounded city dog. Our tailored program ensures a confident, balanced pet that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle, whether you have a young puppy or a rescue dog.
Tailored training sessions for small groups, allowing for personalized attention and socialization with other dogs.
Focused training for young pups, emphasizing foundational skills and socialization in a supportive environment.
Comprehensive training while your dog stays with us, ensuring consistent learning and behavior reinforcement in a structured setting.
Full & Half day general daycare programs, and Drop off and Train programs available!
About Us
The Metro Dog Training Method
Metro Dog Training provides a structured obedience and dog-management system built around clear communication, consistency, and real-world application. The program addresses obedience, socialization, behavior modification, and everyday management, developing dogs that are reliable, responsive, and easier to live with.
Training places strong emphasis on developing the handler’s skill set. Clients learn how to communicate effectively through proper leash handling, precise timing, and consistent follow-through. Focus is placed on how commands are delivered, how feedback is applied, and how structure and boundaries are maintained in daily life. As handler skills improve, dogs gain clearer direction and respond more reliably to human guidance.
This system-based approach helps improve a wide range of common and complex behavior challenges by addressing clarity and management at the source. Issues commonly addressed include separation anxiety, housebreaking difficulties, unreliable recall, leash pulling, jumping, impulse control problems, overexcitement, lack of focus, crate resistance, difficulty settling in the home, boundary confusion, demand behaviors, and inconsistent obedience around distractions.
Rather than treating behaviors in isolation, the training strengthens overall communication and management. As structure and consistency increase, many problem behaviors diminish naturally. Dogs become calmer, more predictable, and better equipped to navigate everyday life, while handlers gain the tools needed to maintain progress long-term.
The outcome of the program is confident dog management—clear expectations, reliable obedience, and a stronger working relationship between dogs and the people responsible for guiding them.
14+
Years Experience
MEET THE FOUNDER & Trainer
Twahlee Rollins
Twahlee is an experienced canine trainer, puppy trainer and dog behaviorist based in New York City. He learned and perfected his dog and puppy training skills with the San Francisco Bay Area’s Number One dog training company and community, California K9 Solutions®, also known as Cali K9®. While in California, he trained hundreds of adult dogs and puppies of all sizes and breeds and dealt with the complete spectrum of dog behavioral issues and habits.
Aggression and Anxiety specialist
As seen on Netflix "Canine Intervention"
Voted New York Magazine’s Best Dog Trainer in 2015
Ready to join our dog-loving community and transform your pup's behavior?
Start your journey towards effective training and a stronger bond with your dog.
Why Choose Us
We are dedicated to helping every dog thrive, regardless of age, size, breed, or behavioral challenges.
Tailored solutions
We address a wide range of behavioral issues, ensuring a personalized approach that meets your dog's unique needs.
Expert Trainers
Our experienced trainers utilize proven techniques that build trust and strengthen the bond between you and your dog.
Proven Results
With a track record of success, we transform dogs and improve the lives of their owners through effective training programs.
Testimonial
What They Say
Discover how our personalized approach has made a difference for our clients and their furry friends!
We strongly recommend Twahlee and his Metro Dog Training! As he told us, dogs in all stages are trainable, not only a puppy, we are thinking of going back to class when Takito reaches certain age to reinforce his behavior.
Min C
Twahlee is an INCREDIBLE trainer. I can’t say enough good things about this program. Well worth every penny. Twahlee is thorough in explaining what to do and why we do it when it comes to training. Our dog Olive was an anxious mess before we started her training. And now she is more confident than ever before. Even her daycare has made comments about how more confident and relaxed she is. I would give 6/5 stars if I could.
Brenden H
Life-changing. That’s what Twahlee and Metro Dog Training was for us and our rescue dog, Mia. She has severe anxiety and he helped her transform from a dog who likes to hide, into a courageous little dog who sought opportunities to explore the world – people, parks, car trips, store trips, etc . Almost as importantly, he taught us to accept her for who she was, and helped us realize how hard she was trying. This helped us see how far she had truly come with the training.
Jared S
Terms and Conditions
Metro Dog Training – Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions apply to all training services provided by Metro Dog Training LLC (“Trainer”) to the client (“Client”) and their dog. By enrolling in a program, Client acknowledges and agrees to the following:
1. Payments, Refunds & Cancellations
Payments: All payments are due at time of purchase unless otherwise stated in writing.
Refunds: Refunds are not available after 24 hours of purchase.
No Refunds for Circumstances: No refunds will be granted due to Client’s personal circumstances (moving, schedule conflicts, rehoming, change of mind, etc.).
2. Rescheduling & Attendance
Class Attendance: It is the Client’s responsibility to attend scheduled lessons. Missed lessons are forfeited and cannot be rescheduled.
Group Classes: Classes are held at fixed times; missed group sessions cannot be credited or rescheduled.
Private / Semi-Private Lessons: At least 48 hours’ notice is required for rescheduling. Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice will result in a forfeited lesson.
3. Training Programs
Expiration Windows:
Essentials: must be completed within 3 months of purchase. Mastery: must be completed within 6 months of purchase. Elite: must be completed within 12 months of purchase. Board & Train Programs: follow the schedule agreed upon at booking.
Non-Transferable: Programs are valid only for the enrolled dog and cannot be transferred to another dog or person.
No Extensions: Extensions will not be granted for unused lessons after expiration.
4. Client Responsibilities
Handler Participation: Success depends on Client practicing homework consistently outside of lessons.
Health & Safety: Dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations and free of contagious illness. Trainer reserves the right to deny participation if health or safety concerns arise.
Leash & Collar Use: Clients must follow Trainer’s leash, collar, and handling guidelines during training and at home.
5. Risks & Liability
Acknowledgment of Risk: Client understands that participation in dog training may involve risk of injury to themselves, their dog, or third parties.
Liability Waiver: Client releases and holds harmless Metro Dog Training LLC, its trainers, and affiliates from any liability, claims, or expenses resulting from participation in training.
Property Damage: Client is responsible for any damage caused by their dog to facilities, property, or other dogs.
6. Media Release
By participating in training, Client grants Metro Dog Training permission to use photos and videos of their dog for educational, training, and promotional purposes.
7. Agreement
By purchasing or attending any program, Client confirms they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.