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Helping Owners & Dogs Build the Best Life—Together.

Welcome to Ruff Rules

Your dog's best life starts here

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Train with Purpose. Live with Freedom.

We believe a well-trained dog isn’t just about obedience—it’s about freedom, trust, and a strong relationship between you and your dog. At Ruff Rules, we help struggling owners turn frustration into confidence through clear communication, structure, and real-world training that actually works.

If your dog is pulling on leash, ignoring you, or showing bigger behavioral issues like reactivity or anxiety, we’ll show you what to do, why it works, and how to create lasting change. Because when you put in the work, there’s nothing you and your dog can’t do together.

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What makes training with us unique

Based in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, we offer more than just training- we give your dog real-world training in the places you actually want to take them. From busy downtown streets, to local restaurants, cozy coffee shops and off leash adventures at our parks and beaches, our training ensures your dog to be prepared to go anywhere and do anything with you-calm, confident and under control.

Our services

  • Board & Train

    A fully immersive training experience designed to give your dog the structure, confidence, and obedience they need to thrive at home and in public. We do the groundwork, then teach you exactly how to maintain it.

  • Private Lessons

    Want to be hands-on in your dog’s training? We’ll coach you step-by-step, teaching you how to handle everything from leash walking to behavior challenges so you can build a dog that listens—everywhere.

  • Daily In-Home Training

    For owners who need help reinforcing structure and training while they’re at work, our in-home sessions focus on real-world skills that help your dog develop better behavior, every day.

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Meet our team

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    Eva

    Trainer

  • A smiling woman with long wavy brown hair and light skin, standing outdoors in front of a white background and green trees, wearing a gray T-shirt with black text and black pants.

    Jenna

    Trainer

  • A woman smiling with arms crossed in front of a white backdrop outdoors.

    Keely

    Founder, Head Trainer

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    Serena

    Trainer

  • Trainer

    Sydney

    Trainer

Meet the trainers

What our clients say

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Why Train with Ruff Rules?

We’re not here to sugarcoat things or sell you shortcuts—real change takes work, and we’ll help you get there.

We’re good at what we do because we teach you how to be the leader your dog needs, giving you the confidence and skills to enjoy life with your dog—without the stress.

  • Balanced Training That Works – Clear, fair, and structured training that gets results.

  • A No-Nonsense, Supportive Approach – We’re direct, but we’re on your team. We want you and your dog to succeed.

  • Training for Real Life – No gimmicks, no fluff—just practical training that helps you and your dog navigate the world together.

Let’s get to work. Your dog’s best life starts here.

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Ending the year by sharing a few thoughts I don’t always say out loud. Not to have it all figured out, but to remind myself that growth doesn’t have to come from pressure. So grateful for everyone who gives me the space to grow, evolve, a
Bob was that dog who struggled with reactivity. Demand barking, big feelings, and no interest strangers entering his house peacefully. Golf carts, bikes, and other dogs were all on his watch list. And baby talk from someone he didn’t know was
This year held more work than it showed. And I’m grateful to have been part of it with you and your dog. . . . #ruffrules
Esme came to me one of the most fearful, shut down dogs I’ve ever worked with. She would low growl if I even looked in her direction. She wanted no affection. No touch. No engagement. Every environment, every new thing, every small change sent
When Cooper’s owners came to me, they were feeling stuck, discouraged, and unsure if things would ever change. Going outside felt overwhelming for him. Walks weren’t happening. And his world had slowly gotten smaller than it should have b
Happy Halloween from Ruff Rules 🎃 When you’ve got a Dalmatian in a board and train on Halloween, your costume basically chooses itself. (Taken in 2018) But on a serious note, don’t forget that your place command can be your best friend
The last week has been heavy. One of those seasons that reminds you how quickly everything can shift and how little control we really have. My dad was in a car accident, and thankfully no one was hurt, but it led to the discovery of a large mass on

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