welcome dog lover

There’s a reason we’ve trained over 10,000 dogs in Philly.

 
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I’m Leigh, the founder of Opportunity Barks. Ok, so, there’s dog training— it’s sort of nerdy, overly complex, and, well, if you are a dog owner, it can be confusing after going down a squirrel scroll online. Amirite?

And there is lifestyle dog training.
It’s adaptable, relatable, and teaches you things that apply to real life and living with your dog.

At Opportunity Barks, we’re the OG lifestyle dog trainers, and our award-winning approach is driven by teaching people what matters.

We work with baby alligators and knucklehead pups who need manners. We also work with behavioral challenges- reactive rovers, aka spice cakes, anxious annies and nervous nellies.

Our Farm Dog® Adventure days allow dogs to be dogs (a rare thing these days) with city-to-farm transportation for full days of trail hiking, sniffing, romping, and learning with our team. By the time they get home, they’ll be bone-tired, better-behaved, and ready to snuggle—making your life a whole lot easier.

However you learn with us, an educated and empowered human is our end game. If this sounds like your kind of party, you’re definitely in the right place.

To get started- chat with us or meet us, and we’ll take it from there.

Welcome to the fam,
Leigh and the OpBarks Team

👉 How to Get Started

  • 👋 Start with a quick chat or meet IRL—whatever feels right for you. We’ll dive into your goals and make sure we’re on the same page from the get-go.

  • Find the training fit that’s built for your dog’s needs and your lifestyle. No one-size-fits-all here—just real solutions.

    Once enrolled, you will have access to our digital resources and can begin learning.

    We’ll focus on what you need to know—saving you time, energy, and maybe even a little sanity. Think of it as dog training on a need-to-know basis (spoiler: you’ll be glad you know). 💡

  • Get ready for everyday wins 🏆 As you implement, you’ll start seeing those “ah-ha” moments in everyday life.

    If you hit a snag, we've got your back with ongoing support. Want extra practice? We offer 1:1 lessons, classes, and retreats to keep you sharp and your dog on track.

    No matter where you are in the journey, we’ll help you refine and revisit concepts to keep things fresh so you’re always ready to tackle whatever comes next.