Need an affordable way to get consistent access to a dog trainer?
Join the Academy with an All-Access Pass
- Access to dog trainers Erin and Jake with twice-monthly group Zoom sessions and community forums.
- Instant access to all of our courses, workshops, and other content.
- Easily cancel any time by clicking a button on your account page.
$24 per month (or ($147 annually)
Upcoming Members-Only Events
Live Q&A/Group Coaching Session
A casual, drop-in Zoom meeting. Bring your questions or just come hang out.
Start time: 12pm PDT/3pm EDT/8pm BST
(Can’t attend live? No worries! You can submit your questions in advance and watch the replay later)
You don't need to spend a gazillion dollars to get a dog trainer on your team
(Two dog trainers, actually)
While we also have a separate one-on-one training program, we understand that not everyone can casually drop hundreds of dollars on a dog trainer.
So you might feel like you have no other choice but to DIY it. Spending hours scrolling through the endless sea of questionable AI-written articles on Google and dog trainer drama on social media.
And I dunno if you’ve noticed, but the training information out there can be, uh, WILDLY varied and inconsistent. It can seem like no two trainers agree on the right approach. #mildlyinfuriating
There’s nothing wrong with differing opinions, but all that noise can make it hard to put together all these bits and pieces into a plan that actually works.
That’s where this membership comes in:
You get immediate access to our full course/content library
All of our step-by-step training courses are at your fingertips. We also have a library full of workshop recordings and bonus content.
Keep scrolling (or click here) to see the full content list.
You also get support on your training journey
The courses are self-study, but you don't have to go it alone
Live Q&As on Zoom
You're invited to our twice-monthly group coaching calls on Zoom, where you can ask us questions and connect with other dog owners on the same journey as you.
Community forums
Can't attend the live Zoom sessions? No worries! You can chat with us on the forums. Tell us about your situation, and we'll give you some tailored advice.
This isn't some "watch some videos and hope for the best" situation
It's about having someone to turn to when things get messy
You’re not a random faceless subscriber to us. (Unless you want to be. That’s cool, too)
Come join our community and we’ll get to know you and your dog.
You pop in with a question, we remember your last post, and we help you figure out what’s going on this time.
Your training projects evolve, your dog grows and changes, and we’re still here. Whether it’s your first puppy meltdown or your fiftieth “Is this normal??” moment, you’ve got a place to turn.
We have members who stay with us for months or years, and we get to watch their dogs grow up.
Members like…
You came into my life at one of the most challenging times I’ve experienced and I believe that the courses and the guidance, support and reassurance you gave me were, in large part, responsible for my getting through it (and Vinny too!). And for that I am deeply grateful.
I also really appreciated the community I found with other academy members who were going through similar experiences – it was heartening to know I was not alone in my puppyhood trials. : )
When I look back to how things were a year ago, fizzy with anxiety at the slightest hint of a growl from old girl Chloe… oh it was horrible!
But with your advice and support, we got through it and successfully built a very strong bond between the dogs…
All in all, we’re a happy household and I feel we have a great relationship with our beloved dogs.
Thank you so so much for everything, it’s been a great experience being part of the 3lostdogs academy. You guys are amazing and your knowledge, humour and compassion have made such a positive contribution to our life with our dogs.
So basically what we're saying is, we've got your back
Whenever you’ve got a question, maybe about a training setback or that weird thing your dog just did, come on over to the community and let us know what’s going on.
Support and advice that is...
Judgment-free
Sure, you may have made mistakes. So have we! It's all good.
Nuanced and in-depth
Because real life is never black and white.
Courses and workshops included in your membership
An incomplete look at our ever-growing content library (Some of these can be clicked for more information)
- All
- General courses
- Puppy Survival School courses
- workshops & tutorials
More member feedback
Your videos, and your no-nonsense and humble delivery of information, were invaluable as we navigated raising our sweet but drivey and high-arousal young'un.
We're better parents for it and Olive has a clearer sense of his place in the family and household, and we all made it to the other side in one piece. So, thanks thanks thanks.
In my frantic Google searches I found your WTFWIT video on YouTube and knew that your method was for me.
I’ve been studying diligently, and were still in the honeymoon phase, but 3 days into getting Emma and she responds to her name, sits on command, sits to say please, has made tremendous potty and crate progress, follows the leader, and is a tug champion.
From watching your videos and reading your material, I feel empowered and knowledgeable and no longer terrified. I know what I’m doing (kinda), I can spot bad advice from well meaning friends and family, and I’m confident that I will have a well behaved, well adjusted puppy.
Thank you to infinity and beyond for helping to make our family a happy one.
My Husband found your courses and pointed them out to me when I was losing my mind. We recently adopted a 5-6 month old Blue nose pit mix and he was a touch more than I bargained for. When I thought ‘This is it? What was I thinking?’ He found your academy and it has given me a clear way forward to understand Kevin and better meet his needs.
It’s nice to finally be bonding with my boy and not be endlessly frustrated with him. So thank you again, really.
Ready to get started?
To recap, here's what's included in your membership:
- All of our courses, including Puppy Survival School
- All workshop replays and bonus content
- Help from trainers Erin and Jake in our private forums
- Twice-monthly live Q&A sessions with the trainers on Zoom
- All special events and live workshops/classes
- NEW:The ability to send us clips of your dog's behavior to get our insight and advice
Pick your payment option below, and come join us in the Academy!
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ANNUAL
Like getting five months free!
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The 60 Day Money Back Guarantee
We offer full refunds on All-Access Pass monthly and annual memberships. If you decide the Academy isn’t for you, send us an email within two months of purchase and we’ll refund 100% of your payment, no questions asked.
FAQ
Will this work for my dog's breed/personality?
So your pup’s breed is known for being stubborn, or sensitive, or clingy, or notoriously hard to train.
Don’t worry. We got you.
We’ve had the whole range of breeds come through our training programs:
Headstrong types like malamutes and huskies. Big tough German shepherds, malinois, Dobermans, and mastiffs.
Little guys like pomeranians, Chihuahuas, shih tzu, toy poodles. Enormous guys like Newfoundlands and Bernese mountain dogs.
Intense herding breeds like border collies, Aussies, and cattle dogs. All types of hunting dogs, from scenthounds to sighthounds. Pointers, setters, spaniels, beagles, terriers, Irish wolfhounds, etc.
A million pit bulls and pit mixes. Every variety of doodle you can think of. Even unusual types like Greek village dogs and one bonafide, rare Chinook.
Not to mention the whole range of personalities and temperaments:
Independent and stubborn. Clingy and affectionate. High energy and low energy. Fearless social butterflies and shy, fearful pups. Exuberant or sensitive.
Dogs who are obsessed with toys, and dogs who have zero interest in toys. Super food-motivated, and extremely picky eaters.
Dogs who love training, and dogs who get easily frustrated with training.
We have an overarching philosophy that works no matter the breed or personality. And we recognize that different dogs require different approaches:
A Siberian husky probably won’t be motivated by the same things as border collie. A delicate little toy poodle has different needs than a Great Pyrenees. If you have a shy puppy who’s afraid of strangers, you’ll need to prioritize different things than if you have a confident pup who loves everyone they meet.
We’ve seen it all, and we’ve developed a methodology that can be adapted to fit the needs of any dog.
What kind of training methods do you use?
Thanks for asking!
Broadly speaking, our methods fall into the force-free category. We’ve found this to be the most effective way to build a strong bond with your dog and get them to WANT to listen to you, while minimizing the chances they’ll develop aggression-related behavior problems.
We teach you how to properly use positive reinforcement, and you’ll learn how to avoid common problems that cause positive reinforcement to fail. Problems like “my dog only listens if I have treats” or “my dog isn’t food motivated.”
How long will I have access?
The All-Access Pass is a monthly or annual membership. When you sign up, you’re covered for 30 or 365 days respectively, and then your membership will renew automatically unless you cancel.
How exactly does this all work?
When you sign up, you get immediate access to all of our self-study material. Courses, workshops recordings, bonus tutorials… it’s all here. You can proceed at your own pace.
The course lessons are a combination of videos and written instructions. You can go back and rewatch previous lessons at any time.
You’ll have access to our forums, where you can post questions for us and your fellow students to answer.
You’re also invited to our twice-monthly live Q&A/group coaching sessions on Zoom, where you can get tailored advice and commiserate with your fellow puppy parents.
(Don’t worry, my fellow introverts: there’s no pressure to participate on the Zoom calls. You can just sit back and listen in)
To access this content, you’ll sign in to 3LostDogsAcademy.com with the username and password that you create upon checkout. The site is accessible from any internet-enabled device, like your phone or computer.
When you join, there will be an orientation video to show you the ropes.
When are the Zoom sessions held?
As of February 2025, most sessions are held on alternating Saturdays at 11am PST/2pm EST/7pm BST.
But we try to accommodate as many members’ schedules and time zones as possible, so we change up the time on a regular basis.
Is it still worth joining if I can't attend the Zoom sessions? I'm really busy/socially anxious/live in Australia
No matter why you can’t attend, you can still get your questions answered on the live Q&A. Just post your question in the “Q&A Questions” forum, we’ll answer it on the call, and you can watch the recording later.
And of course, you can skip the Zooms entirely – the forums are also a good way to chat with us.
Don’t want direct help at all? That’s cool too. A lot of our members never use the direct help feature, and still get a ton of value out of the many hours of self-study content on the site.
How do I cancel? Do I have to jump through any annoying hoops?
No hoops here. We, too, hate subscription services that make you do things like fill out a form, print it, bury it in a crossroads at midnight and then wait two weeks for them to consider your request.
To cancel, just go to “view/edit membership” in the navigation menu, and hit the cancel button.
You’ll have access to the Academy for the remainder of your subscription period, and then it won’t renew.
(For example, if you sign up for a monthly membership on February 1st and cancel February 15, your membership will end on March 1)
I'm not sure if this is right for me. Can I ask you some questions?
Sure! Send an email to contact@3lostdogs.com or DM us on Instagram @threelostdogs, and I will personally get back to you. – Jake
