Beginner and intermediate group classes for puppies, focusing on socialization, basic commands, and foundational skills in a supportive environment.
One-on-one sessions tailored to address specific behavioral issues, reactivity, or advanced training needs with personalized guidance.
Specialized training programs to prepare dogs for certification as therapy dogs, including confidence-building and public behavior.
Expert solutions for dogs with reactivity, anxiety, or other challenging behaviors using positive reinforcement techniques.
Structured classes for adult dogs to improve obedience, socialization, and manners in a group setting with professional trainers.

Transforming your dog into a well-behaved companion through expert training and positive reinforcement.
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Diamonds In the Ruff is a premier dog training center in Spokane, WA, dedicated to helping dogs and their owners build stronger, more harmonious relationships. We specialize in effective training methodologies that go beyond basic obedience to address behavioral issues, socialization, and therapy dog preparation. Our experienced trainers, including Arielle Dykes and Hayley Jewell, provide personalized attention in both group classes and private lessons, supported by workbooks and video resources. With a 4.7-star rating from over 100 reviews, we're trusted by the community for fostering confident, well-adjusted dogs. Whether you have a puppy, a rescue, or a dog needing advanced training, we're here to help every dog shine.
Access to workbooks, video examples, and ongoing text support to reinforce training at home and ensure long-term success.
Diamonds In the Ruff is an excellent training center, and among the absolute best picks in the Spokane area. My dog Hemlock has spent many valuable days here, and now if we ask him if he wants to go to school or class he's immediately excited and ready to go! The training methodologies used are just plain more effective than those commonly espoused elsewhere too, and will foster a better relationship with your dog. Thanks to them, Hemlock has become much better at dealing with dogs in the world around him and generally a much better dog to live with
We’ve used diamonds in the ruff a couple of times. Absolutely love them. We used Arielle Dykes for private lessons with our previous dog. He had had a rough start to life and was people reactive. When we recently found ourselves fostering a young adult dog with no training we turned to DITR again. Because of our previous experience we chose a beginning class taught my Arielle and Hayley Jewell. The class provided the perfect framework to allow my wife & I to work with Pecan in a logical order and at a pace that optimized results. Each class allowed us to discuss our recent successes, and trouble shoot any areas where we weren’t making the progress we hoped for. To complement the in-person classes they provided a workbook and many video examples for reference.and reassurance. They also responded to my texts. I highly recommend DITR,
Updated review Because of the training we received my 2 goldens are now PAWS therapy dogs with the Red Cross. Also, training them helped build their confidence. They are now in the UK and we can take them everywhere (even restaurants) because they are so well behaved and they are very dog friendly here. Diamond in the Ruff have helped us multiple times. We have even taken foster dogs to their training program.
My kids and I took the beginning and intermediate puppy courses with our new pup, Bruno! The staff who led the classes were friendly, personable and extremely knowledgeable. What they can do with a puppy and the way they communicate with our pets is really amazing and we learned so much. The most beneficial part of this class was learning from their example and being able to watch their expertise. I would highly recommend Diamonds in the Ruff to any dog owner. Thank you Carol and Dana!
Great place to learn how to train our furry family member. That hour and a half class sure went by fast. Highly recommend.
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