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How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Private Dog Training
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Animal Behaviorist
  • Dog Behaviorist

What training tools do you use?

  • Back-clip Harness
  • Clicker
  • E-Collar
  • Head Collar
  • Leash
  • Long Line
  • Martingale Collar
  • Muzzle
  • Praise/Affection
  • Prong Collar
  • Slip Lead
  • Toys
  • Treats

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Therapy Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification
  • Service Dog Training

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
  • American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
  • CTA Certified Dog Trainer (CCDT)

Proud member of...

  • International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
  • Pet Sitters International (PSI)

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

  • 24 hours notice required

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

We service all of Frederick County, Upper Montgomery County and portions of Loudoun County. If you live in an area not listed here contact us and an exception may be made on a case by case basis.

What year did you begin serving pets?

2015

How did you hone your craft?

I attended Catch Canine Training Academy and have had many amazing mentors. I regularly attend continuing education seminars.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Being consistent with your commands and keeping them short and simple. Also, offering rewards to mark for the behaviors that you want.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I am a lover of many types of animals! We own 6 dogs, 4 cats, a parrot and chickens.

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SERVICE AREA: 75 miles from Frederick, MD

Distinction

American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC) IACP American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified CTA Certified Dog Trainer (CCDT) Pet Sitters International Pet Sitters International (PSI) Certification

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Private Dog Training
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Animal Behaviorist
  • Dog Behaviorist

What training tools do you use?

  • Back-clip Harness
  • Clicker
  • E-Collar
  • Head Collar
  • Leash
  • Long Line
  • Martingale Collar
  • Muzzle
  • Praise/Affection
  • Prong Collar
  • Slip Lead
  • Toys
  • Treats

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Therapy Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification
  • Service Dog Training

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
  • American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
  • CTA Certified Dog Trainer (CCDT)

Proud member of...

  • International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
  • Pet Sitters International (PSI)

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

  • 24 hours notice required

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

We service all of Frederick County, Upper Montgomery County and portions of Loudoun County. If you live in an area not listed here contact us and an exception may be made on a case by case basis.

What year did you begin serving pets?

2015

How did you hone your craft?

I attended Catch Canine Training Academy and have had many amazing mentors. I regularly attend continuing education seminars.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Being consistent with your commands and keeping them short and simple. Also, offering rewards to mark for the behaviors that you want.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I am a lover of many types of animals! We own 6 dogs, 4 cats, a parrot and chickens.