Brain Training for Dogs

If you’ve been dealing with pulling, barking, recall that doesn’t exist, or a dog that just won’t listen — Brain Training for Dogs is the programme I’d point you to first.

It’s created by Adrienne Farricelli, a CPDT-KA certified professional dog trainer with over a decade of experience. The core idea is simple but genuinely different from most training programmes: instead of drilling commands through repetition, it builds your dog’s intelligence and engagement through structured mental games. A dog that’s mentally stimulated and engaged with you is a dog that pulls less, barks less, and actually wants to listen.

What’s inside:

– Seven progressive training modules — from complete beginner to advanced cognitive exercises
– Video demonstrations for every game and exercise
– A dedicated behaviour problem section: pulling, barking, chewing, jumping, separation anxiety, reactivity
– Private members’ forum with trainer support
– Lifetime access for a one-off payment — no subscription
– 60-day money-back guarantee through ClickBank

What it costs: $47 for lifetime access. No monthly fees. Promotional pricing occasionally brings this down to around $27.

My honest take: The approach works because it addresses the root cause of most behaviour problems — under-stimulation — rather than just suppressing symptoms. Twenty minutes of proper mental engagement tires a dog out more effectively than an hour of walking. You’ll notice the difference within a couple of weeks of consistent use.

It’s not magic, and it does require you to actually do the sessions. But for a dog owner willing to put in 10–15 minutes a day, it’s the most effective thing I’ve found.

Read the full review at the Brain Training for Dogs Review 2026 page, or visit the official Brain Training for Dogs website to get started.