About Us
John Yeary, owner and chief trainer for DogPro
John Yeary, owner and chief trainer for DogPro, has been working with and training dogs for over 13 years. He is a graduate of the prestigious National K-9 School for Dog Trainers, Columbus Ohio. He earned his dog-training certification through a formal and rigorous program, which included extensive classroom and practical hands-on training in all phases of obedience and canine behavior problem solving.
Further Canine Studies
John’s strong interest in canine behavior led him to Cornell University’s college of veterinary medicine, where he completed numerous training programs in solving canine behavioral problems. Most recently, John has studied under renowned dog trainer Martin Deeley at the International School for Dog Trainers in Montverde, Florida. Through this training, John has earned certification in the safe, gentle and effective use of the modern E-collar. John is a graduate of Hofstra University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a New York State certified police instructor, a retired Long Island N.Y. Police Officer, and a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
Our methods of training are drawn from over 13 years experience using diverse, humane, and gentle techniques that focus on the needs of the individual dog and owner. We believe in shaping good behavior through success, not failure. Praise and motivation are key elements of our training style, as is teaching pack structure and pack leadership skills to our client/owners. With our training programs, owners quickly learn how to solve problems, eliminate bad behavior, restore order in their homes, and simply enjoy their dogs to the fullest. In short, a better life for you and your dog.


