Certified trainers in La Crosse, WI helping families, competitors, and therapy teams build lasting skills.
Training Options for Every Dog
Family Dog Training
Sit, Down, Four Paws On the Ground!
Competition Dog Training
Obedience, Rally & Agility
Therapy Dog Training
Facility Dogs! Nursing Homes & Schools
Just For Fun
NEW! Climb & Seek
Your Local & Trusted Choice for Dog Training
We serve families, competitors, and therapy dog teams across La Crosse, Onalaska, and the surrounding 30–50 mile radius. Whether you need quick solutions for everyday behavior problems or advanced coaching for competition, we provide structured, effective programs that deliver results.
Training takes place in our over 6,000 sq. ft. facility, designed for comfort, safety, and success. We focus on building better communication between you and your dog so that skills last beyond the classroom
Certified Trainers. Proven Experience. New Facility.
Happy Tails Training Center is led by Tracy Harper, a professional dog trainer with advanced education in animal science. Along with her team of certified instructors, Tracy brings decades of combined experience in family dog training, competition obedience, and therapy dog preparation.
In 2024, Happy Tails expanded into a 6,000+ sq. ft. training facility in West Salem. The new space allows us to offer larger group classes, specialized programs, and new enrichment activities. Our focus is on fun, science-based methods that work for real families, competitive handlers, and therapy teams.
When you train with Happy Tails, you gain access to:
Certified and highly experienced instructors
A modern, fully equipped training space
Customized programs for family, competition, and therapy goals
Support that continues beyond class sessions