Seven hills above the Hudson.
- County
- Westchester County
- From New York City
- 16 mi north
- Main roads
- the Cross County Parkway and Route 9A
- Where dogs walk
- the Hudson waterfront green space and Tibbetts Brook Park
Yonkers is the most populous city in Westchester County and is known as the City of Seven Hills. It borders the Bronx to the south and the Hudson River to the west. Slopes make leash manners obvious, since a dog who pulls uphill is hard to miss, and stairs on older blocks add another test of patience. General estimates for a stay run $1,500 to $2,500 or more, depending on the trainer.
The Hudson waterfront has revitalized green space, and the Saw Mill River has been daylighted in places. Tibbetts Brook Park is another place for a walk. Check posted rules for dogs before you choose a spot for practice.
Parkways such as the Saw Mill River Parkway, Cross County Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway tie the city to the region, and Route 9A is a major surface road. If your dog rides in the car for a stay, practice calm car rides beforehand.
The mix of apartment buildings and houses means training needs vary a lot. Be specific with a trainer about your own floor plan and street. A dog who lives on a hill road needs different leash practice than one on a flat block near the river, and elevators deserve their own rehearsal.
Estimates only, and they shift by trainer, dog and season around New York.
Apartment-Ready Lessons$75 to $150 per lesson→Dog Board and Train$1,500 to $2,500+ for 2 to 3 weeks→Reactive Dog Coaching$600 to $1,800 per program→Getting ready in three moves.
- List the habits you most want to change and rank them.
- Ask each trainer where the dog sleeps and whether they can meet you near Yonkers.
- Walk near the Hudson waterfront green space and Tibbetts Brook Park daily, in short and calm sessions.
Nearby communities. Also in this guide.
Local resources. Learn more about Yonkers.
Ground rules
Clear terms. Clear limits.
Run by K9PN. The Disclaimer explains more.
Good questions
Before you begin.
Do hills affect leash training?
They can. A trainer will start on gentle ground.
Are stays available close to Yonkers?
This site has no list of trainers, so ask each one where the dog would actually live.
How should I prepare my dog for the car ride?
Short practice trips help.
What is a typical price?
Plan for $1,500 to $2,500 or more as a general estimate.