About Canine Dimensions

We solve dog behavior problems!

Our program focuses on the relationship between you and your dog. There are many dimensions to this relationship. What would you like to see your dog learn to do? What would you like your dog to stop doing? A Canine Dimensions certified dog trainer will come to your home, work with your family and your dog, and custom design a training program to help you have the polite, obedient, well-mannered dog you’ve always wanted. Every dog is unique. But regardless of age, breed, background, temperament, drive, or personality – any dog can be trained!

Canine Dimensions is recommended by veterinarians, animal shelters, foster groups and dog rescues throughout the United States. We are frequently cited as information and reference sources including the best-selling book by The Association of Professional Dog Trainers “Top Tips from Top Trainers.”  The Canine Dimensions training program has been featured in Dog Fancy, Pompano Today, Modern Dog Magazine, Denver Dog, and on numerous TV and radio programs.

We are the only national dog training company authorized by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) to provide continuing education for veterinarians through RACE®. RACE® (Registry of Approved Continuing Education) is one of the key programs provided by the AAVSB, the purpose of which is to develop and apply uniform standards related to providers and programs of continuing education (CE) in veterinary medicine.

Canine Dimensions was founded by Phil Guida, a renowned dog behavior expert and pioneer in balanced, reward-based dog training. Phil began training dogs in the 1990s, frustrated with the ineffective and stressful punishment-based methods of the time. He developed a humane, effective training system based on how dogs communicate using body language. Our trainers teach dog owners to “speak dog” using operant conditioning, systematic desensitization, and classical conditioning protocols.

Phil’s approach is easy for owners to learn and apply, producing great results with dogs of all ages and breeds. Thousands of 5-star reviews validate the effectiveness of the Canine Dimensions training system.

Phil continues to support local animal welfare organizations and serves as Vice President of Homeward Bound, a no-kill shelter in New Jersey. Many Canine Dimensions franchisees volunteer in their communities, fostering homeless dogs and working with rescue organizations. Nationally, the company supports Best Friends® Animal Society’s goal to end shelter euthanasia by 2025, having trained and rehabilitated over 50,000 dogs since 1997.