Brain Training for Dogs review

A games-based online course from a certified trainer. Here is exactly what is inside, what it costs, where it shines and where it oversells.

By K.R. · Facts checked October 28, 2026 · 10 min read

How we reviewed it: this review is based on the official sales page, the creator's published bio, the vendor's own product overview and ClickBank's published policies, all checked October 28, 2026, compared against reward-based training guidance from veterinary and animal welfare organizations. We did not receive free access to the course. The sales page shows customer testimonials; we do not repeat them because we cannot verify them.

The short version

Brain Training for Dogs is a well-organized, force-free course built around 21 brain games plus obedience lessons and a large behavior library. For everyday owners dealing with puppy basics, boredom, impulse control and common manners problems, it is a structured, affordable plan with a 60-day refund window. Its sales page promises far more than any course can guarantee, so go in expecting steady practice, not instant miracles, and get professional help for aggression or severe anxiety.

Key facts

Creator: Adrienne Farricelli, CPDT-KA (per her official bio)
Format: Online members' area: written lessons, pictures, video demonstrations
Core content: 7 modules, 21 brain games; Obedience 101; "Polishing up your training"; 7 trick videos
Extras: 100+ article behavior archive with a puppy section; bonus "Behavior Training for Dogs" course; question support; members' forum
Methods: Force-free, positive reinforcement
Price: $67 one-time (listed as a launch price, down from $127), as of October 28, 2026
Guarantee: 60-day money-back guarantee; sold and refunded through ClickBank

What is inside

The heart of the course is a sequence of seven modules named like school grades. Each one adds three games, starting with attention and focus and ending with advanced tricks. According to the sales page, the games are:

Module	Name	Games
1	Preschool	Target training, eye contact, and "the airplane game" for attention
2	Elementary School	Treasure hunt, the muffin game, the ball pit game
3	High School	Jazz up and settle down, the bottle game, bobbing for treats
4	College	The shell game, open sesame (calm at an open door), the magic carpet game
5	University	Hide and seek, "look at that" (window barking), hot and cold
6	Graduation	Leg weaving, serpentines and spirals, name recognition of toys
7	Einstein	Tidy up your toys, ring stackers, play the piano

Beyond the games, the sales page lists:

Obedience 101: using a food lure to teach sit, down, stay, heel, come, take it, leave it and drop it.
Polishing up your training: fading food lures, hand signals versus verbal cues, and fading continuous rewards.
Seven trick videos: take a bow, cover your eyes, dance, shake hands, howl, play dead and roll over.
Adrienne's archive: over 100 articles on behavior problems, including a puppy section on potty training, crate training, socialization and bite inhibition.
Bonus course: "Behavior Training for Dogs", focused on whining, digging, barking, chewing and jumping.
Support: a way to submit questions to the creator, and a private members' forum.

Is the approach sound?

The core ideas match mainstream guidance. Organizations such as the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior recommend reward-based training and advise against aversive methods, and veterinary sources such as VCA describe mental enrichment as tiring, confidence-building work for dogs. Several of the course's games, such as the muffin tin, shell game, hide-and-seek and naming toys, are classic enrichment exercises; you can try a few for free in our mental stimulation games guide. The obedience section's lure-then-fade method is the standard way reward-based trainers teach basic cues.

Where we disagree is with the sales page's framing. Claims that the system can "eliminate any bad behavior" or quickly fix "almost any behavior problem" go beyond what any course can promise. Training results depend on the dog, the problem and how consistently you practice.

What we like

Created by a trainer with a recognized certification (CPDT-KA)
Force-free methods throughout
Clear progression from simple focus games to advanced skills
Covers obedience and common problems, not just tricks
Puppy section and a large behavior library
One-time price and a 60-day refund window

What to keep in mind

Sales page uses hype and urgency; expect gradual progress
Self-directed: you supply the time and consistency
Online only; no in-person feedback on your dog
Not a substitute for a vet or behaviorist for aggression or severe anxiety
Some games need household props (cups, a muffin tin, balls, toys)
"Launch price" framing means the price could change

Who it is for

New puppy owners who want one structured plan instead of scattered videos
Owners of bright, busy or easily bored dogs who need more mental work
People who prefer learning at home, at their own pace
Anyone committed to reward-based training

Who should look elsewhere

Owners of dogs with a bite history, serious aggression or panic-level fear: start with your veterinarian and a qualified behavior professional (the CCPDT lists certified trainers)
People who want someone else to train the dog for them
Anyone who would rather learn hands-on in a group class

Price and refunds

On October 28, 2026, the official page listed the full course and bonus at $67, framed as a special launch price down from $127. The order is processed by ClickBank, which acts as the retailer. The sales page states a 60-day money-back guarantee, and ClickBank's published return policy allows returns within 60 days of purchase at its discretion, requested through its customer site, clkbank.com. Prices and terms can change, so confirm on the order page before you buy.

Try the free version first

Not sure yet? Our free guides cover the same foundations: basic commands, puppy biting, potty training and brain games. If you like the approach and want a guided sequence with videos and support, the course is the natural next step.

Questions

How much does Brain Training for Dogs cost?

The official sales page lists it at $67, presented as a launch price down from $127, as of October 28, 2026. It is a one-time purchase on that page, processed by ClickBank. Prices can change, so check the order page.

Is there a refund policy?

The sales page states a 60-day money-back guarantee. ClickBank, the retailer, handles refunds through its customer site clkbank.com, and its published return policy allows returns within 60 days of purchase at its discretion.

Who created the course?

Adrienne Farricelli. Her official bio says she is certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CPDT-KA), uses force-free methods, and has written for publications including USA Today.

Is it a physical book or DVD?

No. It is an online members' area with written lessons, pictures and video demonstrations, which you can access on a phone, tablet or computer.

Will it fix aggression or severe separation anxiety?

The course covers many behavior problems, but serious aggression, severe fear and severe separation anxiety should be assessed by your veterinarian and a qualified behavior professional. Use the course alongside that help, not instead of it.

Is it good for puppies?

The members' area includes a puppy section covering potty training, crate training, socialization and bite inhibition, according to the sales page, and the early brain games are simple enough for young dogs.

Sources

Checked October 28, 2026.

WeTrainYourDog is independent and is not affiliated with Brain Training for Dogs or its creator. Brain Training for Dogs is a product of its respective owner. ClickBank is the retailer of that product; its role does not constitute an endorsement.