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Aspire K9 Academy

Damascus, Maryland

5/5· 63 Google reviews

About Aspire K9 Academy

Programs include behavior consultation, crate training and house training.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training

Behavior support

  • Counter surfing

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Group classes
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Puppies

Training level

  • Advanced obedience

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support Customer-reported

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Trick training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Additional services

  • Boarding Customer-reported

Other listed services

View 14 additional details
  • Customized Training
  • Dog Handling
  • Dog Learn
  • Dog Sports
  • Dog Training Education
  • Dog Training Facility
  • Early Training
  • Free Evaluations
  • Leash Hiking
  • Leashes Leashes
  • Potty Break
  • Stunt Dog
  • Teaching Your Dog
  • Training Your Dog

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 563 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • New skills 13
  • Dog psychology 6
  • Patient trainer 6
  • Tailored training 5
  • Agility training 3
  • Anxious dog training 3
All 10 topics
  • Confidence training 3
  • Reactivity training 3
  • Indoor training area 2
  • Outside training area 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

69 collected reviews

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Juan Pacheco (JPREVIEWS)
5/5

We recently completed training with Gary, and it was incredibly helpful. He was very patient with our dog Yuki, and with us as owners. Even though I grew up with dogs, I realized there was still so much to learn—especially about our Samoyed. Thanks to Gary’s guidance, we’ve grown even closer to our pup, and Yuki is well on his way to becoming an amazing companion.

Maria C
5/5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars — Truly Exceptional Dog Training Experience We couldn’t be more grateful for the experience we had working with Gary Davydov, Senior Trainer at Aspire K9 Academy. From the very first session, it was clear we were in great hands. Not only is Gary incredibly…Read full reviewClose full review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars — Truly Exceptional Dog Training Experience We couldn’t be more grateful for the experience we had working with Gary Davydov, Senior Trainer at Aspire K9 Academy. From the very first session, it was clear we were in great hands. Not only is Gary incredibly knowledgeable about dogs and behavior, but he also takes the time to truly understand each dog and their family. Before training even began, he got to know our daily habits and routines, and then tailored each session to fit our lifestyle — something we deeply appreciated. The facility itself is a dream. Set on a beautiful horse farm, every visit felt like a peaceful, scenic outing rather than just another appointment. Our puppy absolutely loved being there and bonded with Gary immediately — which speaks volumes. We noticed results instantly, and those improvements just continued to build each week. What really sets Gary apart is his dedication. He went above and beyond every single session. We were given detailed homework, tips, and clear guidance, ensuring we knew how to continue progress at home. Gary even checked in during the week, encouraging us to send photos or videos of behaviors we wanted help correcting — and then provided thoughtful, personalized feedback. We walked away not only with a well-trained puppy, but with a better understanding of dogs in general. The education we received was truly invaluable. If you’re looking for someone who is experienced, caring, committed, and truly results-driven, look no further. We highly recommend Gary to anyone — whether you have a brand-new puppy or an older dog needing training support. This has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our dog and our home.

Brittany Real
5/5
We recently just finished up our lessons with Gary. We learned ALOT! We have a frenchie who loves to do things her way. But with putting in the work, simple work at that really. She’s done great at picking up on the training. It helps she loves treats! I would 100% recommend Gary…Read full reviewClose full review

We recently just finished up our lessons with Gary. We learned ALOT! We have a frenchie who loves to do things her way. But with putting in the work, simple work at that really. She’s done great at picking up on the training. It helps she loves treats! I would 100% recommend Gary at Aspire K9 Academy for anyone who is looking for any kind of training. We worked on getting her to stop barking at every vehicle that pulls in the driveway, simple every day commands, leash walking and so much more. So glad we found Gary, he’s been wonderful!

Mike Stan
5/5

I would highly recommend Gary. He did an outstanding job with our Brazilian Mastiff pup. He is very in touch with what this unique breed needs. He was very flexible with our schedule and does a great job with following up after each session. I would not hesitate to go back for more advanced training and would gladly send my friends his way.

Diana D.
5/5
My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Gary from Aspire K9 Academy. We brought our newly adopted pup, George, for life training skills and we all, not just George, benefitted greatly from our sessions with Gary. He is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also kind…Read full reviewClose full review

My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Gary from Aspire K9 Academy. We brought our newly adopted pup, George, for life training skills and we all, not just George, benefitted greatly from our sessions with Gary. He is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also kind, patient, and funny! He took the time to understand our pup’s unique personality and tailored each session to what we needed. Our pup immediately warmed up to him and I could tell that he felt truly comfortable learning from Gary. His positive reinforcement methods were not only effective, but also built a trusting relationship between us and our pup. What really stood out to me was how much Gary genuinely cares and how his training method focuses on patience, kindness, and encouragement. Never once was George punished, intimidated, or hurt. What I also really liked is that Gary explains the reasoning behind his methods and what our pup is communicating to us through his behavior. He was teaching us as well as our pup, so cool! In addition, he followed up after sessions, provided suggestions for food/treat dispensers/toys (which were game changers), and he was always available for questions. It’s clear he is doing this work because of his love for dogs and their people — and it shows! It's rare to find someone who combines such expertise with such a genuine heart. We are so grateful for all of Gary’s help and we cannot recommend him and Aspire K9 Academy highly enough!

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