Expert Dog Training for Obedience, Service, and Beyond
Southeastern Washington's Premier Dog Training, Boarding, and Service Dog Program
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Mattox Dog Training Academy
Your Best Friend's Best Life Starts Here
At Mattox Dog Training Academy, we believe in creating strong bonds built on trust, training, and love. Located on our scenic farm in Eltopia, WA, our academy is more than just a training facility—it’s a place of transformation for both dogs and their owners throughout the Tri-Cities and Southeastern Washington.
Whether you’re seeking professional obedience training, specialized service dog programs, or simply a place to board your dog while you’re away, we’re here to help. We also partner with Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue and Service Peace Warriors, giving rescue dogs a second chance and supporting veterans with trained service dogs.
Our Services
Professional Dog Training Services for the Tri-Cities and Southeastern Washington
Comprehensive Obedience Training and Boarding
Our Board & Train programs combine professional obedience training with structured boarding, giving your dog the consistency, repetition, and guidance needed to develop reliable skills, better manners, and greater confidence.
Therapy and Emotional Support and Facility Dog Training
Our certified trainers create tailored programs for therapy, emotional support, and facility dogs in order to meet the unique needs of clients.
Safe, Reliable Dog Boarding Services For Program Graduates
Our dog boarding services in Eltopia provide a safe, comfortable environment where dogs can relax, play, and thrive while you’re away.
Welcome to the Farm
Treating Dogs Like Dogs
Board & Train Built for a Lifetime Together
Our Board & Train programs are designed to create more than short term results. We build reliable skills, teach you how to maintain them at home, and continue supporting you long after graduation through lifetime support, follow up training, graduate only boarding, refresher opportunities, and optional Care Plans.
Creating Lifelong Friendships
Training with us sets the foundation for a lifetime of companionship. From puppy training to advanced behavior correction, we guide both you and your dog toward a rewarding, lasting relationship.
Community Partnerships Built on Hope
Our academy proudly supports Service Peace Warriors, a nonprofit providing service dogs to veterans at no cost. Additionally, we work with Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue, offering rehabilitation and training for adoptable dogs to ensure they’re ready for their forever homes.
How are we different
Why Choose Mattox Dog Training Academy?
Trainers’ Combined Experience
With over 67 years of combined professional dog training experience, our team is trusted – Regionally and Nationally – for our expertise and compassion.
Community-Focused with a Mission to Give Back
We believe in giving back through our partnerships with local rescues and nonprofits, helping dogs and owners throughout the Tri-Cities and Southeastern Washington.
Gingr App Integration
Convenient booking and scheduling through the Gingr platform. Simply click “add facility” and enter the code 743527 to easily log in and manage your services.
What Happens After Graduation?
Your dog’s Board & Train program may have an end date, but your relationship with Mattox doesn’t.
Our goal is not simply to send home a well-trained dog. We want to make sure you feel confident using that training in everyday life—and that you continue to have a trusted team to turn to as your dog grows, your life changes, and new challenges arise.
Board & Train
Your dog begins with a training program tailored to their individual needs, temperament, and goals.
Owner Turnover
At graduation, we spend dedicated time teaching you how to use the same commands, techniques, and expectations your dog learned with us.
Included Follow-Up
Once you’ve had time to settle back into life at home, we’re here to help reinforce the transition and address questions that may come up.
Lifetime Support
Every Mattox graduate receives lifetime support from our team. If you have a question about your dog’s training down the road, you can reach back out to us.
Graduate Only Boarding
When you travel, your dog can return to a familiar environment with the team that already knows their training and will provide consistent, structured expectations.
Refreshers & Group Classes
Continue building your skills through refresher lessons and group training opportunities designed to keep both you and your dog sharp.
Optional Care Plans
For families who want even more convenience, our Care Plans add benefits such as priority scheduling, boarding perks, refresher training, annual check-ins, group classes, and exclusive savings.
Because graduation shouldn’t mean goodbye. It should mean you’re ready to enjoy everything you and your dog have worked for.
Mattox Dog Training Academy:
Founded on Hope
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...to give our clients the knowledge to have a loyal lifetime friend.
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...to give back to all those who have served, both our Military Veterans and First Responders.
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...to enjoy a lifetime of training and playing with dogs.
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...to build lasting relationships where respect is earned, honesty is appreciated, trust is gained, and loyalty is returned.
Give a Dog a Second Chance
Adopt Your New Best Friend
At Mattox Dog Training Academy, we work closely with Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue to provide training and rehabilitation for adoptable dogs. Our goal is to help each dog transition smoothly into a loving forever home. Browse our available dogs and find a new companion waiting for you in Southeastern Washington.
See What Our Customers Are Saying
Testimonials
“The staff are amazing. We have taken 3 dogs to them for training. They are caring, experienced, and patient. Chance and Mary take the time to answer all your questions and concerns. My dogs are well cared for in their care and treated like family. I highly recommend them for all your training needs.”
Shannon Novakovich
“They are amazing! They have so much compassion and put their heart and soul into what they do. The quality of care and training is remarkable. They are a lifesaver and a true blessing.”
tara robertson
“Words cannot describe the amazing talent Mattox Dog Training Academy has!! They turned our unruly and aggressive German Shepherd into a “gentle giant”. We will be forever grateful to Mary, Chance and all who worked with Zeke. Thank you!!“