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Kelly Citrin
- 4 On The Floor Dog Training and Behavior Consulting - Rockville, MD
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- Rockville, MD - 4 On the Floor was founded by Kelly Citrin, CPDT-KA, MBA with the training philosophy of patience, persistence & positive reinforcement, including praise & play. We offer...
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- Kim Greco
- Full Service Dog Training Company - Annapolis, MD
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- Annapolis, MD - At Paws and Possibilities, I am dedicated to helping pet parents create a positive and proud relationship with their dogs. With over a decade of experience serving...
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- Aja Brown
- Mutt Magic Dog Training - Baltimore, MD
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- Baltimore, MD - At Mutt Magic Training, we understand that transforming your energetic pup into a well-mannered companion isn't just a dream—it's our reality. With over 20 years of experience,...
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- Laurie Scible
- Best Friends Forever - Certified In Home Private Dog Trainer - Easton, MD
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- Easton, MD - As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) with a solid educational foundation from the Animal Behavior College and Pat Miller's Training Academy, I am passionate about fostering...
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- Brittany Fulton
- Certified Positive Reinforcement Dog Training - Silver Spring, MD
- Silver Spring, MD - Brittany Fulton has a degree from the University of Oregon in psychology with an emphasis on animal behavior. She also has Certification in Training and Counseling...
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- Liana Burgoyne
- LianaFit Canine Conditioning - CCPDT Private Dog Trainers - Washington, DC
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- Washington, DC - Welcome to LianaFit, where I passionately provide force-free dog training services tailored for puppies and dogs of all ages. With over two years of experience in the...
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- Elizabeth Ashley
- Calvert Dog Academy - In Home Private Dog Training - Prince Frederick, MD
- Prince Frederick, MD - We provide expert advice, support, and training. From a basic tune-up in manners to addressing serious issues, we have the tools to help you and your...
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- Michelle Yue
- Savvy City Dog - CCPDT Certified Private Dog Trainer - Washington, DC
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- Washington, DC - I help puppy and dog owners to lay solid training foundations, as well as to resolve any training and behavior issues that come up. I have over...
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