Working with dogs of all sizes and breeds, I saw a range of cases, including basic obedience training, crate and house training for new puppies, newly adopted dogs into homes with other dogs, and reactive dogs. In February 2019, I passed and received my certification as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA). After receiving my certification I became a full-time trainer with the Freckled Paw. In August 2019, I joined the VBSPCA Pet Academy team, where I created a curriculum and taught classes for newly adopted puppies and their owners in Virginia Beach. It was a blessing to be able to be a part of so many people’s journey into owning puppies, and showing them how to make a home that would allow their dogs to thrive. I’ve also continued my education in dog training. I have attended seminars, taken online classes, and given presentations to owners, volunteers, and vet offices on topics such as understanding dog body language and new puppy interactions with children and vets.

Dogtopia of Purcellville is the ultimate destination for dog daycare, boarding, and spa services in Purcellville. Our fully supervised, open-play environment gives your pup a safe and fun space to exercise, socialize, and thrive. With spacious indoor playrooms and our certified Canine Coaches guiding every play session, we focus on your dog’s physical and mental well-being. Whether it's a day of play, an overnight stay, or a visit to our spa, we deliver personalized care and attention. Proudly serving dog parents throughout Purcellville, Winchester, Hamilton, Harpers Ferry, Martinsburg, Leesburg, Round Hill, Lovettsville, Dogtopia is committed to creating a clean, safe, and nurturing environment where dogs can live their best lives.

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We are a professional, family-owned dog training company with over 40 years of experience that specializes in strengthening the bond between your dog and your family, with a strong emphasis on teaching your dog the highest level of obedience, despite even the toughest level of distractions. Our unique in-home dog training model is designed to teach owners how to train their dog alongside a professional dog trainer in their home environment as well as in small group settings. We strongly believe that the key to sustained obedience is to empower owners to be an integral part of the training experience. Once you begin the training process with us, you become a part of the DTE family. Contact us for a free in-home evaluation.

Welcome to Dogtopia of Herndon. Herndon’s go-to dog daycare destination that offers pet parents doggie daycare, dog boarding, dog sitting, spa and dog grooming services for their furry family members. Our open-play facility will be a safe space for your dog to learn, exercise, and socialize with like-minded friends. With wellness-focused activities like stimulating brain games and agility exercises, exciting themed photoshoots, and flavored bubble parties, your dog will have The Most Exciting Day Ever! Find us when looking for dog sitting or dog day care in Herndon, Reston, Sterling, Ashburn, Chantilly, Oak Hill, Centreville, Fairfax, Vienna, Great Falls, McLean, Dulles, South Riding, or Oakton, VA.

Welcome to The Dog Wizard, your premier dog trainer in Northern Virginia. We specialize in a range of comprehensive programs designed to bring out the best in your furry friends. With our expert guidance, your dog can conquer any behavioral challenge. At The Dog Wizard, we understand the unique needs of each dog. Our skilled trainers are adept at addressing common issues like separation anxiety and aggression. We employ positive reinforcement techniques to shape desired behaviors, ensuring a harmonious relationship between you and your four-legged friend. Contact us today to schedule a session with our renowned dog training experts. Let us help you unlock your dog's full potential and create a happier, well-behaved companion.

Welcome to Dogtopia of Gainesville. Gainesville’s go-to dog daycare destination that offers pet parents doggie daycare, dog boarding, dog sitting, spa and dog grooming services for their furry family members. Our open-play facility will be a safe space for your dog to learn, exercise, and socialize with like-minded friends. With wellness-focused activities like stimulating brain games and agility exercises, exciting themed photoshoots, and flavored bubble parties, your dog will have The Most Exciting Day Ever! Find us when looking for dog sitting or dog day care in Gainesville, Haymarket, Bristow, Manassas, Manassas Park, Nokesville, Sudley, Linton Hall, Bull Run, or Catharpin, VA.

Dawg Boss is a woman, military-owned business based out of Richmond, Virginia. Our goal is to give owners the support and education they need to be the best owners they can be, while showing dogs the meaning of ‘good’ in the human world. We are not here to judge you, or shame you. We are here to help you. Our business is run from a place of empathy, because the relationships we share with our pets are some of life’s greatest gifts. We want your dog to thrive in your home, and for you to give them the tools and resources to do that.

Elevate your dog's training experience with Controlled K9, the premier choice for discerning pet owners. Our professional dog trainers specialize in tailored behavior modification, advanced obedience, elite service dog training, and world-class protection dog programs. Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland, we are dedicated to providing exceptional results for dogs of all breeds and temperaments. Trust us to unlock your dog’s full potential with unparalleled professionalism and expertise.

Day Of The Dog Grooming Studio is a trusted Pet Groomer in Mechanicsville, VA keeping pets clean, comfortable, and healthy. We provide bathing, brushing, haircuts, nail trims, and ear cleaning, making sure each pet is cared for in a calm and safe environment. Our goal is to help pets look their best while maintaining their overall well-being. Moreover, we offer a top-tier Dog Grooming Service in Mechanicsville, VA addressing the specific needs of your dog’s breed, coat type, and temperament. We handle everything from routine maintenance to full grooming sessions, ensuring coats are free of mats and skin is well cared for. Whether it’s a quick touch-up or a detailed groom, schedule an appointment to keep your pet clean, healthy, and happy.

Kodiak K9 is a professional dog training company founded by former police K9 handlers Brad and Corey. Honoring Brad's first K9 partner, Kodiak, the team delivers balanced, personalized training built on experience, patience, and care. Serving families across the DMV, Kodiak K9 helps dogs of all breeds build obedience, confidence, and strong bonds at home and in real-world environments.

NoVa Dog Services is your place for experienced, exceptional and reliable dog training and dog walking. We actively promote force-free, science based, positive reinforcement techniques to create a humane and fun environment for dogs and their owners. We believe that training should be a pleasurable and rewarding experience for both you and your dog. That's why we're dedicated to enhancing dog-owner relationships through positive reinforcement. In addition to our training, we offer top-notch walking services regardless of size, age or breed. With a wide variety of walks, there is something available for every dog's needs. From a stroll through your neighborhood to an expedition in an area park and even something for puppies. Contact us today for a happier dog.

Comprehensive obedience and behavioral training for dogs. Any breed, Any size, Any age!

Our program is focused on the relationship between the dog and owner, because relationship is EVERYTHING. "Relationship dictates behavior and obedience, not repetition." Whether or not your dog listens to you or behaves for you is heavily based on the relationship that you have with them. Despite mainstream dog training beliefs and practices, you don't get an "obedient" dog from endless hours of working on basic commands (sit, down, come). Obedience is based on the relationship between the one giving the command and the one receiving it. If you do not have an appropriate relationship, you will only have "control" over your dog when you have food in one hand and a leash in the other. We are NOT typical dog trainers! We are Reward-Based, Balanced Trainers and do not employ old-school, out-dated methods like Alpha/Dominance Theory, heavy compulsion, or training with fear/intimidation. Our focus is on educating our students to create a much more knowledgable and capable owner. We want you to understand WHY you're doing what you're doing, not just HOW to do it. The relationship we build for you provides a dramatically easier, well-behaved, and obedient dog, that you'll enjoy for the rest of their life.

Off Leash K9 Training of Hampton Roads provides professional dog training in Hampton Roads, VA and nearby areas. Led by Josh Wilson and his team, we've helped local families build calmer, more obedient dogs since 2014 with training that works in real-life environments—not just at home. We offer private lessons, Board & Train, puppy training, leash manners, reliable recall, off-leash obedience, and behavior modification for reactivity, anxiety, or aggression. Compare trainers and reviews, then let us show you what's possible. Schedule your evaluation with Off Leash K9 Training of Hampton Roads today.

The Dog Wizard Richmond helps dogs of all ages and sizes — including the ones labeled “stubborn” or reactive — become their most confident, reliable selves through customized, hands-on training built for real life. Our certified trainers cover obedience, leash and heel work, behavior modification, and off-leash reliability through a flexible mix of formats: Jump Start board-and-train for focused immersive results, private lessons at home and in the neighborhood, and lifetime support through group walks and classes. By training in a variety of real-world environments, we make sure skills genuinely stick. Serving Richmond, Midlothian, Chesterfield, Bon Air, Moseley, Powhatan, Manchester, Brandermill, and across Chesterfield County.

Welcome to K9 Mastery Institute, your top choice for exceptional dog training services in Manassas, VA and surrounding areas. We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to improve basic obedience, positive reinforcement and problem-solving, as well as crate training, off-leash training and recall training. Our personalized approach to every dog allows us to guarantee the best results.

At Stateline Canine, we believe every dog can thrive with the right guidance, care, and training plan. Whether you're seeking gentle board & train programs, one-on-one private lessons, or daily training while you're at work, our certified trainers customize every session to fit your dog's personality and your goals. We specialize in turning behavioral challenges into confidence, offering behavior modification, K9 sport support, search & rescue tracking, and advanced protection services. With decades of experience and a compassionate approach, we help dogs be their best!

Ridgeside K9 Winchester is a new state of the art dog training center. We specialize in Doggie Day Care, Day training programs, one on one training, training classes, group classes, night classes, weekend classes, and seminars.

I provide personalized attention - I treat every client and their dog as unique individuals, and provide tailored Dog Training services according to their own needs. I believe that kindness matters - I strive to use the kindest, Least Invasive, Minimally Aversive, methods available. Positive Reinforcement is the most powerful tool we have when it comes to teaching our dogs how we would like them to behave. It's science! Positive Reinforcement is about: Reinforcing the behaviors you want to see Keeping your dog from practicing (and learning) the undesired behaviors in the first place Management and Re-directing from un-desired behaviors to desired ones (and rewarding the desired behavior) Enrichment - providing plenty of opportunity for mental and physical enrichment activities that are appropriate for their age, size, breed, and temperament. Each dog is an individual, so they won't all enjoy the same thing! Being consistent! Having fun for you and your dog! - if it's not fun, take a break and come back to it.

Welcome to Dogtopia of Woodbridge. Woodbridge's go-to dog daycare destination that offers pet parents doggie daycare, dog boarding, dog sitting, spa and dog grooming services for their furry family members. Our open-play facility will be a safe space for your dog to learn, exercise, and socialize with like-minded friends. With wellness-focused activities like stimulating brain games and agility exercises, exciting themed photoshoots, and flavored bubble parties, your dog will have The Most Exciting Day Ever! Find us when looking for dog sitting or dog day care in Woodbridge, Dale City, Lake Ridge, Montclair, Lorton, Dumfries, Triangle, Quantico, Occoquan, Fort Belvoir, Newington, Manassas Park, Springfield, Franconia, or Burke, VA.

Welcome to Dogtopia of Tysons Corner. McLean's go-to dog daycare destination that offers pet parents doggie daycare, dog boarding, dog sitting, spa and dog grooming services for their furry family members. Our open-play facility will be a safe space for your dog to learn, exercise, and socialize with like-minded friends. With wellness-focused activities like stimulating brain games and agility exercises, exciting themed photoshoots, and flavored bubble parties, your dog will have The Most Exciting Day Ever! Find us when looking for dog sitting or dog day care in McLean, Tysons, Falls Church, Arlington, Vienna, Great Falls, Fairfax, Reston, Annandale, Merrifield, Dunn Loring, Wolf Trap, Oakton, Pimmit Hills, or West Falls Church, VA.

Since 2007, Doggy Decorum has been transforming the relationship between owners and their canine companions through expert, compassionate, and force-free positive reinforcement dog training methods. With a wide range of services tailored to every life stage and relationship needs, their programs extend from basic obedience and puppy skills to complex behavioral refinement, therapy dog training, and psychiatric service dog training. Offering a 5-star quality of service at affordable rates, Doggy Decorum is the ultimate dog trainer for dog owners aiming to cultivate a harmonious bond with their beloved dogs.

K9Aholics Dog Training, located in Virginia Beach, VA offers professional dog training such as board and train programs, behavior modification (aggression), and puppy training. Rest assured when you leave your dog with us, they’re in good hands and will get treated with the upmost respect from the time they come to the time they leave. Our goal is to provide both you and your dog a training experience that you’ll love along with lifetime lasting results. We offer pet training in the following cities. Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Hampton, Norfolk, Fairfax, Falls Church, Virginia, Alexandria, Arlington, Vienna. Let us help transform your pup today!

Dog training in Glen Allen, VA should fit around your life — and with The Dog Wizard’s seven-day availability and mobile, in-home approach, it does. Our experienced trainers work directly with you and your dog in the environments where behavior actually matters, from daily walks and backyard routines to life inside the home. Programs range from puppy foundations and private obedience lessons to group socialization classes and AKC certification training. We also specialize in behavior modification for dogs with separation anxiety, aggression, and reactivity. Serving Glen Allen, Short Pump, Henrico, Tuckahoe, Goochland, Ashland, and the greater Richmond northwest area.

We don't train dogs. We train the people who love them. Zoom Room Springfield is an indoor dog training gym where owners train alongside their dogs through small group classes, private training, agility, puppy training, obedience training, and reactive dog training. Whether your puppy is learning the basics or you're struggling with leash reactivity, our positive reinforcement approach helps you build confidence, communication, and real-world skills together. Train year-round in our climate-controlled facility and discover why dog owners across Springfield, Burke, Kingstowne, Alexandria, and Fairfax trust Zoom Room to help them enjoy life with their dogs again.

Call us at (844) 333-4812 in North Springfield, VA, for effective dog training from a team with experience.

Hello, I’m DeWayne Cabel! I have been training dogs now for over 3 years. I found this passion of mine after serving in the United States Navy for 21.5 years as a Chief Gunners Mate and Weapons Instructor. Everything in life gives you skills. I still use a lot of my skills from the Navy in dog training and helping others with their dogs. I have had the opportunity to work with many different dogs with different behavioral issues. I enjoy training dogs and love helping owners work with them

Coaching dedicated dog owners in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and surrounding areaWe specialize in everything from foundation skills for puppies and adult dogs to advanced obedience. We can help with fear, anxiety, and aggression. Our goal is to make life easier for you and your pets! You will love our training classes and so will your canine! From puppy kindergarten to behavior training, good manners are only a click away.

The Zoom Room is an eco-friendly, active lifestyle dog training center that practices only positive-reinforcement dog training methods. The Zoom Room is the only brick-and-mortar dog training franchise in America and the first dog agility franchise in the world. In addition to dog agility, the Zoom Room offers obedience, puppy preschool, dog tricks training, therapy dog classes, and much more. As the epicenter of the dog-loving community in your area, the Zoom Room is the perfect place to host an unforgettable dog birthday party, Bark Mitzvah, Doggy Disco Night, or a charity fund-raiser. The philosophy behind our dog training center is simple. We believe that trained dogs are happier, healthier and lead better and more fulfilling lives than untrained ones, so weʼve worked hard to create a system of training that is effective but easy, and we've developed an environment where you can have fun and relax. We want to take the chore out of training dogs because we think that well-behaved dogs enhance the lives of everyone around them. Our dog training methods are based on scientifically-proven positive-reinforcement methods. Weʼve carefully constructed a step-by-step curriculum to make learning intuitive and fun. Because teaching your dog to pick up his toys or ride a skateboard is pretty cool. Because we know that youʼve got a busy lifestyle, our training center provides you with all the pampering comforts of a cool hangout while youʼre waiting for class (or your significant other). Our Hound Lounge provides wireless internet, free fair-trade coffee and other beverages, magazines and books, and, of course, the never-ending entertainment of watching owners trying to get their dogs over the agility jumps. Whether itʼs puppy training, dog obedience, or agility training, our dog training classes help you learn about your dog and get the behaviors you need – while you work as a team to communicate effectively. The Zoom Room has a class for you.

K9Aholics Dog Training, located in Norfolk, VA, offers professional dog training. Our goal is to provide both you and your dog with a training experience that you'll love, along with lifetime-lasting results. Rest assured that when you leave your dog with us, they're in good hands and will be treated with the utmost respect. We train pets in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Hampton, Norfolk, Fairfax, Falls Church, Virginia, Alexandria, Arlington, and Vienna, among other places.