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Top 10 dog trainers in Washington, DC

Homeowners agree: these Washington dog trainers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Academy Dog Training By Haywood

Academy Dog Training By Haywood

New on HomeGuide
39+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
Academy Dog Training by Haywood has had its roots here in the DC area for over 45 years! The Academy has sought to transform people's understanding that even a simple walk is a potential adventure for their pup and them. We seek to teach, both canine and human how to better communicate and learn using our 3 step balanced approach to training. Whether working with puppies or aggressive dogs, we have stood by our mission to maximize the quality of life for all dogs and their families through education. To date, the Academy has brought over 3000 dogs and their families closer together through training and physical fitness! If that relationship
K9netic Pack

K9netic Pack

5.0(3)
4+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
Khadijah A. says, "K9netic Pack helped me when I adopted my first dog as an adult. I read books, but the best thing you can do is get yourself trained on dog behavior from the best in the business. I recommend. K9netic Pack for training you and your dog today. Taco is such a well behaved dog because I keep consistent with his training. In order to see results you must train consistently. I recommend K9netic Park 100% for all your dogs training needs!" Read more
Autumns Dog Resort

Autumns Dog Resort

5.0(1)
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves Washington, DC
Jeremy R. says, "She was extremely knowledgeable, attentive & my dog responded phenomenal with her." Read more
The Harvey Boneapart Pet Boutique

The Harvey Boneapart Pet Boutique

New on HomeGuide
6 hires on HomeGuide
16+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
We are a black family owned business that strives to be a bone apart from the rest by providing superior customer service in all the dog services and productz that we sell, male, or endorse.
EAArs-Up ! Dog Training

EAArs-Up ! Dog Training

5.0Exceptional(5)
7 hires on HomeGuide
4+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
Anna F. says, "Duane is brilliant, understands the psychology of the dog brain in great depth BUT he also understands the brain of the owner. In the very first week with Duane, our Rottweiler, Apollo, was already calmer, stopped jumping and stopped walking us down the street! Duane is worth double the price he charges. Nope. Triple! " Read more
Paw Mind Body

Paw Mind Body

New on HomeGuide
2 hires on HomeGuide
6+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
We teach effective ways to communicate with the right energy to get your dog to be more receptive and bring balance into the realationship between you and your dog. Seeing the excitement of the my clients when they see drastic results for the better
Little Jodie's PlayHouse

Little Jodie's PlayHouse

5.0(1)
12+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
Tim says, "Little Jodie's PlayHouse goes over and beyond for my pets needs!!" Read more
BIG DOGS & Little Dogs

BIG DOGS & Little Dogs

New on HomeGuide
20+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
Treat train. We raise and love fur babies. Enabling trust obedience and exceptional attitudes. We give extra care. Love and attention. We teach pet parents to do the same.
The Green Dog

The Green Dog

New on HomeGuide
13+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
At The Green Dog, we’ll teach you how to get your dog on a balanced program that fits into your lifestyle. It’s important to help you teach your dog how to live in a human household and more importantly – how to conform to your lifestyle. Whether you live in a city environment, like DC or on a farm in Maryland, your dog can be trained to adapt to your needs and the challenges you face. Learning to communicate with your dog is the first step in building a positive relationship and getting the kind of dog you long for. With the right program, you can have a happy, healthy dog. You’ll come away with an understanding very different from when y...
Fourdoglovers

Fourdoglovers

New on HomeGuide
10+ years in business
Serves Washington, DC
Offering obedience training, behavior modification, fitness, socializing, daycare Patience Practice Persistence is needed as well as understanding each dog as an individual. Taking the time to learn your dogs needs and wants to motivate them My website www.fourdoglovers.com

Your Dog Training questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much are dog training prices near me?

Professional dog training costs $30 to $50 per group class and $45 to $120 per private session. Dog obedience training schools cost $200 to $600 per week, and boot camp kennel training costs $500 to $1,250 per week. Get exact prices by contacting affordable dog trainers near you.

What do professional dog trainers do?

Local dog trainers teach dogs basic obedience, behavioral modification, agility, personal protection or guarding, emotional support, therapy or service dog training, show dog handling, puppy training, trick training, hunting training, police dog or K9 training, and other types.

Certified dog trainers offer group classes, private lessons, or come to your home for one-on-one training. The best in-home dog trainers also teach the owner how to train commands, use body language, and offer proper reinforcement guidance. Many dog trainers use positive reinforcement, which uses a reward (treats, praise, toys) for desired behaviors.

What is the best age to train a dog?

Puppies 7 to 8 weeks of age begin to learn basic obedience commands such as “sit,” “stay,” “stand,” and “down.” Professional dog training traditionally starts at 6 months old. By delaying training, behavioral patterns learned during puppyhood likely take longer to change.

Can you train an old dog?

Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks! Dogs can learn and be trained at any age. Older dogs have more self-control and are easier to train than young puppies. Continuing to train your dog as it matures is also important to help keep their mind sharp.

Is paying for private dog training worth it?

Private dog training helps correct your dog’s behavior, aggression, anxiety, socialization skills, and teaches them a commands list in a timely and cost-effective manner. Common commands dogs learn quickly are to stay, heel, and roll over.

Professional dog training is valuable because it teaches your dog not to jump or bite, to stop barking, to stay in the yard off-leash, potty training, to use a dog door, not to pull on a leash, hand signals, and much more.

Which dog breeds are easy to train?

The easiest dog breeds to train are an Australian Shepherd, Corgi, Bearded or Border Collie, Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer, Labrador, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and a Doberman Pinscher. Female canines of all breeds are also easier to train and housebreak.

Which dog breeds are hard to train?

The hardest dogs breeds to train are a Husky, Mastiff, Pug, Beagle, Bulldog, Weimaraner, Afghan Hound, Basenji, Basset Hound, Bloodhound, Chow Chow, Dalmatian, Fox and Kerry Blue Terrier, Irish Setter, Pekingese, Pit Bull Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier, and a Rottweiler.

Reviews for Washington dog trainers

Recent success stories from people in the Washington area.
Maximo D.
They were extremely supportive trainers for both me and my dog. Their teaching methods were extremely relatable and they followed up on our progress a lot.
K9netic Pack
Alva M.
Duane is the best. I'm so happy we selected him. My dog is excited to see him and does well during train. He's so patient with my husband and I as we learn new techniques and is always available to answer questions. I highly recommend his services.
eAArs-Up ! Dog Training
Clare R.
Flexible, loved on our dog, lots of pictures of walks and play!
German Dogtrainer
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