Areas served: Washington, Alexandria, Reston, McLean, Arlington
Kodiak K9 Training offers immersive board and train programs where your dog lives with a professional trainer in a real home environment for 2-3 weeks, not in a kennel. Founded by police K9 handlers Brad and Corey, the company specializes in obedience, behavior modification, and real-world manners training for dogs of all breeds and ages. They provide daily updates, personalized take-home lessons, and continued support to ensure lasting results.
My Dog Listens LLC is a Northern Virginia-based dog training company specializing in board & train programs, private lessons, and behavioral modification for all breeds and ages. Run by professional trainers using proven methods, they focus on addressing aggression, reactivity, anxiety, and obedience issues while keeping dogs in a small, family-like environment (2-3 dogs per trainer). Their lifetime guarantee includes free refresher sessions for life after completing adult dog board & train programs.
“We dropped off a spicy potato (AKA tiny terrorist) who would not stop chasing and biting our other dogs and our 4 year old. Two weeks later we picked up the most well behaved little potato! He can play with the other dogs without hurting them, Our four-year-old can play with him without getting hurt and we aren’t cleaning up poop covered dog every morning. I had seriously been rethinking my decision to get this dog and now I’m so glad we got him and we sent him to training. We cannot thank you guys enough!”
— Tasya Bean, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 129 reviewsGood K9 Academy is a dog training facility in Gaithersburg, MD specializing in transforming reactive, anxious, and unruly dogs into calm, confident, off-leash companions. Run by experienced trainers including Caroline, Andrew, David, and Dylan, the academy offers board & train programs, obedience training, behavior modification, and dog boarding with training. With over 10 years of experience, they work with dogs of all ages and temperaments—from puppies to rescue dogs—addressing issues like leash reactivity, jumping, counter surfing, car anxiety, and fear-based behaviors.
Unleashed Abilities is a Northern Virginia dog training and coaching business specializing in puppy training, obedience, and behavior modification for over 15 years. Founded by Keri and led by CCPDT-certified trainers including puppy specialist Stephanie, they offer customized training programs tailored to each dog's unique needs—from puppy socialization and potty training to advanced behavior modification for anxiety, aggression, and multi-dog households. Their philosophy emphasizes positive reinforcement, clear communication, and developing lifelong positive behaviors rather than cookie-cutter approaches.
Giving Tree Pet Spa & Lodge in Alexandria offers comprehensive pet care services including luxury dog grooming, cage-free boarding, and enriching daycare all under one roof. Their full-service grooming includes baths, conditioning, trims, and nail care, while their cage-free boarding provides round-the-clock care with plush bedding and safe sleeping areas. Daycare features supervised group play, enriching activities, and personalized solo options, with flexible scheduling from half-days to unlimited monthly passes.
Off Leash K9 Training is a globally recognized dog training company with over 130 locations nationwide, specializing in advanced obedience, off-leash training, and behavior modification for dogs of all ages and breeds. Located in Sterling, VA, they offer private lessons, board & train programs (2-week training camps), puppy consultations, aggressive dog packages, therapy dog certification, and in-home training. Their trainers—many with military, rescue, and veterinary backgrounds—use proven, safe methods guaranteeing 100% obedience, off-leash reliability, and distraction-proof behavior comparable to police and military working dogs.
iSpeakDogg, owned by Nic Tolson, is a dog training facility in Fort Washington, MD specializing in obedience training, behavior modification, and handler development for dogs of all ages. They offer private one-on-one sessions, group classes, and multi-week handler courses designed to address specific behavioral issues while building the owner's training skills. With a focus on real-world scenarios and distraction training, iSpeakDogg helps owners and their dogs work together effectively.
AmericanK9 Dog Training is a leading dog training company with over 25 years of experience serving Maryland, D.C., and Virginia. They offer comprehensive programs including board and train, puppy training, private lessons, and service dog training, with certified trainers who believe in training both dogs and owners to work as a team. Their state-of-the-art facility features indoor training suites, outdoor turf play yards, enclosed training fields, boarding accommodations, and grooming services.
Giving Tree Pet Resort in Reston is a premium pet care facility offering dog daycare, overnight boarding, full-service grooming, and enrichment programs in a calm, nature-inspired environment. Run by lifelong animal lovers, the resort features separate indoor and outdoor play areas, luxury boarding suites with forest views and optional 24/7 webcam access, and experienced groomers using premium products. Their team treats pets like family with personalized care, structured play, regular forest walks, and specialized programs for both social and timid dogs.
Off Leash K9 Training Maryland specializes in professional dog training and boarding services in Jessup, serving the greater Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. They offer comprehensive training programs including obedience training, behavior modification, board and train services, and group classes for dogs of all ages and temperaments. Their facility combines hands-on training expertise with comfortable boarding accommodations, making them a full-service solution for dog owners seeking behavioral improvement and care.
Colby's Dogcare & Spa is an award-winning, independently owned pet resort in Washington, DC offering comprehensive dog care services including all-suite boarding, dog daycare, full-service grooming, and professional dog training. Founded by animal lover Michael Pastreich, the facility features 24/7 staffing, four climate-controlled playrooms, luxurious private suites, and personalized enrichment programs designed for each dog's individual needs. Their team of highly trained, certified staff and advanced grooming technology have earned veterinarian recommendations and recognition as a top pet care destination in the DC area.
PuppyK is a Northern Virginia dog training company specializing in puppy training, obedience, agility, and trick classes. Founded and run by expert trainer Jutka, PuppyK uses positive, motivational training methods to help puppies and adult dogs become well-behaved companions. The business offers puppy training programs, advanced puppy training, adolescent/adult dog obedience classes, and fun tricks and agility courses tailored to each dog's needs.
Pawz For Health Dog Training in Silver Spring offers comprehensive dog training services including obedience training, behavior modification, puppy classes, and board & train programs. Their certified trainers use positive reinforcement methods to address aggression, anxiety, reactivity, and other behavioral challenges. They serve the Silver Spring area and surrounding Maryland communities with customized training plans tailored to each dog's needs.
Your Dog's Friend is a professional dog training and boarding facility in Rockville, MD offering comprehensive canine care services. They specialize in obedience training, behavior modification, and board-and-train programs tailored to each dog's needs. The facility provides a safe, caring environment for dogs while their owners are away, combining expert training with quality boarding to help dogs become well-behaved, confident companions.
Tom's Dog Training is an in-home dog training service in Bethesda that brings professional training directly to your home, eliminating the need for travel. Tom specializes in obedience training, behavior consulting, and addressing specific issues like fearfulness, resource guarding, excessive barking, and multi-dog household conflicts. He also offers one-on-one instruction to teach owners how to train their dogs themselves, covering foundational commands, leash handling, AKC Canine Good Citizenship preparation, and backyard agility.
Pack Leader Help is an in-home dog training business in Alexandria, VA founded by Brianna Dick, a behavior expert with 13+ years of experience. They specialize in reactive dog training, aggression rehabilitation, obedience, and puppy foundations through customized in-home sessions. Brianna's approach is known for being ethical, realistic, and tailored to each dog's specific needs, helping owners build calmer, safer relationships with their pets.
Zoom Room is a dog training facility in Springfield, VA offering comprehensive training programs for dogs of all ages and behavioral levels. Their services include puppy classes, obedience training, behavior modification, group classes, and board & train programs designed to address specific behavioral challenges and build strong owner-dog relationships. With experienced trainers and a focus on positive reinforcement methods, Zoom Room helps dog owners develop confident, well-behaved companions.
Susie's Pet Care offers positive reinforcement dog training and pet sitting services in Washington DC. Run by CPDT-KA certified trainer Susie DeFord, who brings 20+ years of experience working with puppies, adult dogs, and rescue dogs of all breeds and temperaments. Services include private training sessions, group classes (puppy kindergarten through intermediate skills), adoption counseling, and overnight pet sitting in your home—all using force-free, clicker-based methods focused on building strong bonds between dogs and their people.
Hunter Mill Retrievers is a full-service dog care company in Vienna, VA offering dog training, walking, boarding, and daycare services. Led by certified dog trainer Victoria Cherpes, the business specializes in positive reinforcement training methods that build confidence and strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. The team provides customized care for all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, with background-checked trainers and walkers who are fully insured and experienced in handling behavioral challenges.
Core Canine is a dog training business run by Certified Dog Trainers April and Olivia, specializing in positive reinforcement and science-based training methods. They work with dogs of all breeds, ages, and sizes, offering both private in-home training sessions throughout Northern Virginia and group classes at their Alexandria facility. Core Canine focuses on teaching owners and dogs to live harmoniously together, and they welcome families with children to participate in the training process.
Comeback Dog Training is a force-free dog training and behavior modification business run by Hayley, a certified dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and behavior consultant (CDBC) with over 12 years of experience in Northern Virginia. The business specializes in positive reinforcement training to address behavioral issues like reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety, and obedience, as well as puppy training, socialization guidance, and child-dog safety education. Hayley works with individual dogs and families, offering customized training packages and consultations that focus on understanding each dog's unique needs and building stronger bonds between dogs and their owners.
Rollins Family Dog Training, led by certified trainer Rachel Rollins, specializes in positive reinforcement dog training for families in Bethesda and surrounding areas. Rachel offers customized in-home and virtual training programs addressing common behavioral issues like leash pulling, jumping, barking, separation anxiety, and aggression. Her approach combines science-backed methods with personalized coaching for the whole family, helping dogs learn obedience, impulse control, and confidence while reducing stress for both pets and owners.
The K9 Class is a comprehensive canine facility in Kensington offering dog training, daycare, grooming, and boarding services. They specialize in private dog training where both dogs and owners learn together, behavior modification for fear-aggressive and reactive dogs, and structured daycare with socialization and activity. Their approach combines professional training with enriched daycare experiences designed to address behavioral issues while keeping dogs happy and engaged.
Paw by Paw Dog Training is a certified, full-service dog care facility in Kensington, MD serving the greater Potomac, Rockville, and Bethesda areas. They offer customized dog training programs designed by experienced, vet-recommended trainers; professional grooming services; daycare; and self-wash facilities. Their team is pet first aid and CPR-certified, and they provide lifetime access to group classes, unlimited phone and email support, and behavioral coaching tailored to each dog's unique personality and learning style.
Best Behaved Dogs is a professional dog training facility in Alexandria, VA offering comprehensive training programs for dogs of all ages and behavioral needs. Their experienced trainers specialize in obedience training, behavior modification, and board & train programs designed to address everything from basic manners to serious behavioral issues. They focus on positive reinforcement methods to create well-mannered, confident dogs and provide owners with the tools to maintain training success at home.
Dogs By Dancer is a Washington, DC-based dog training company specializing in puppy programs, obedience training, and behavior modification for dogs of all ages. Owner Dancer offers both on and off-leash obedience training tailored to individual dog needs and owner goals. The business focuses on building strong foundational skills and addressing behavioral challenges through personalized training approaches.
High Five Dog Training LLC, run by certified trainer Gabriela Hubbard (CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA), offers force-free, reward-based dog training for all ages, sizes, and breeds throughout the Montgomery and Prince George's County area and Washington DC. Services include puppy training, obedience, aggression specialist work, separation anxiety consulting, and behavioral modification — delivered through flexible in-home sessions or virtual Zoom training with personalized follow-up support.
Olde Towne Pet Resort is a comprehensive pet care facility in Springfield, VA, offering overnight boarding, daycare, grooming, and veterinary services for dogs and cats. The resort features spacious accommodations, outdoor play areas, and webcam access so owners can check on their pets remotely. With experienced staff and a focus on pet comfort and safety, they provide a home-away-from-home environment for pets while their owners are away.