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Scottsdale & Cave Creek

Two Valley Locations, One Standard

When you bring your dog to Partners Dog School, you are coming to the largest and highest-rated dog facility in the Southwest. Whether you want to stop problem behaviors, improve your dog's manners, take a few classes, socialize your dog in daycare, or just get a bit of exercise in agility; we have a number of programs to suit all of your interests and goals. If you don't know where to start, take the quiz below, or schedule a call with one of our amazing support team. That way we can find the best program for you and your dog!

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Modern Indoor Facility

Scottsdale | Shea & the 101

Our flagship Scottsdale location sits in the Pima Crossings Center at Shea and the 101, one of the most accessible intersections in the Valley. This modern, climate-controlled facility features expanded indoor training areas, upgraded boarding suites, and a dedicated DaySchool wing.

Address: 8642 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Phone: 480-595-6700
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm | Sat 8am-2pm
Daycare Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm | Sat 8am-4pm
Overnight Staff: Yes, staff on-site 24/7

Best for: Families in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Gainey Ranch, Grayhawk, DC Ranch, Desert Ridge, Kierland, McCormick Ranch, and the 101 corridor.

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Outdoor Training Terrain

Cave Creek | Desert Training Property

Our Cave Creek location sits on a sprawling desert property just north of Lone Mountain and Cave Creek Road. This facility offers something no indoor space can, real-world desert terrain for training, wide open space for dogs to work, and the rural charm of the Cave Creek community.

Address: 4640 E Forest Pleasant Pl, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Phone: 480-595-6700
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm | Sat 8am-2pm
Daycare Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm | Sat 8am-4pm
Overnight: Owner lives on-property

Best for: Families in Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Hills, New River, Black Mountain, Spur Cross, Anthem, and the north valley.

Partners Dog School Cave Creek facility and desert training property

Choose Your Location

Both locations offer the full range of Partners Dog School programs. Here's what makes each one unique.

Scottsdale | Shea & 101

Facility: Modern indoor, climate-controlled
Overnight: Staff on-site 24/7
Vibe: Urban convenience, easy freeway access
Training Areas: Expanded indoor training rooms, dedicated DaySchool wing, upgraded boarding suites
Ideal For: Families who want easy access from central Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the 101 corridor

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Cave Creek | Desert Property

Facility: Desert property with outdoor terrain
Overnight: Owner lives on-property
Vibe: Rural charm, wide open space
Training Areas: Outdoor desert training terrain, real-world environment for distraction proofing
Ideal For: Families in the north valley who want a quieter environment and real-world outdoor training

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See For Yourself

Take a Tour of Both Campuses

Watch a comprehensive, inside look at our Scottsdale and Cave Creek facilities. Meet the teams, see where your dog will train, play, and stay, then come visit in person.

Available at Both Locations

Every program we offer is available at Scottsdale and Cave Creek. Same methodology, same quality, same results.

Foundation Camp

Board & train program that builds a rock-solid obedience foundation. Learn more about Foundation Camp

Behavior Camp

Intensive behavior modification for dogs with reactivity, anxiety, and challenging behaviors. Learn more about Behavior Camp

Transform Camp

Our most intensive program for severe aggression, bite histories, and cases other trainers won't take. Learn more about Transform Camp

DaySchool

Structured daycare with training, socialization, enrichment, and rest. Learn more about DaySchool

Group Classes

Puppy & Me, Level 1 to 3, Agility, Rally, and CGC Prep. Learn more about Group Classes

Rattlesnake Avoidance

Professional snake avoidance training using live, safely muzzled snakes. Learn more about Rattlesnake Avoidance

Our People

Meet the Teams Behind Each Location

Each location is led by a dedicated team of experienced trainers, animal care professionals, and support staff who know their community inside and out. Our Scottsdale team is led by Head Trainer Hannah Kochman, while our Cave Creek team is led by Head Trainer Megan Fiedler, both with thousands of dogs trained individually.

No matter which location you choose, you're getting the same Partners Dogs methodology, the same commitment to excellence, and the same follow-through that has earned us ~2,000 five-star reviews.

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