Good K9 Academy

Training goals

• Behavior consultation
• Crate training
  Program details

  Teach your dog to love the crate as their calm, safe space. Positive-association training that reduces anxiety, prevents destructive behavior, and creates routine. Works for puppies and adult dogs with bad crate history. Free consultation.

• House training
  Program details

  End indoor accidents for good with our schedule-based housebreaking program. Proven routine that works for puppies and adult dogs. Fast results, less stress, a clean home. Includes crate training support. Free consultation.

• Leash training Customer-reported
• Obedience training
• Puppy training
  Program details

  Foundation training for puppies from 12 weeks old. Build obedience, socialization, and confidence during the critical developmental window. Prevent biting, jumping, and anxiety before they become problems. Set your puppy up for a lifetime of good behavior.

• Recall training
• Socialization

Behavior support

• Aggression training
  Program details

  Specialized behavior modification for dogs with aggression toward people, dogs, or both. We address the root cause, not just the symptoms. Most dogs can be rehabilitated with the right approach. Guaranteed results. Free consultation, no judgment.

• Barking
• Counter surfing
• Jumping up
• Reactivity training
  Program details

  If your dog lunges, barks, or loses control on walks, we turn that stress into calm, focused walks. Trigger desensitization, real-world proofing, and balanced training methods. Transform walks from dreaded to enjoyable. Free consultation.

• Separation anxiety
  Program details

  End destructive behavior, excessive barking, and panic when you leave. Build your dog's independence and confidence so they can stay calm alone. Gradual desensitization with proven methods. Works for dogs of all ages. Free consultation.

How training happens

• Board and train
  Program details

  Our 2-week Board & Train is the fastest path to off-leash obedience. Your dog lives with their dedicated trainer in a real home — not a kennel — for immersive daily training. Returns home calm, confident, and reliable. Free alumni pack walks for life.

• Day training Customer-reported
• Group classes
  Program details

  Structured group practice sessions for dogs with basic obedience. Practice and proof your dog's skills in real-world environments with other trained dogs. Board & Train graduates get first access. Eligibility evaluation required — not a beginner class.

• In-home training
  Program details

  Private 1-on-1 dog training at your home in Gaithersburg and the greater MD/DC/VA area. We address problem behaviors where they actually happen — jumping on guests, counter surfing, door manners, and more. Personalized plans for every dog. Free consultation.

• Owner coaching Customer-reported
• Pack walks
• Private training

Dog age

• Adult dogs
• Puppies

Support between sessions

• Personalized training plans
• Photo updates

Assistance and working dogs

• Medical-alert and mobility assistance
• Service dog training
  Program details

  Professional service dog training for mobility assistance, psychiatric support, medical alert, and other disability-related tasks. Public access preparation and reliable task performance in real-world environments. Free consultation to assess your dog.

• Therapy dog training
  Program details

  Prepare your dog for therapy dog certification. Visit hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and community events to provide comfort and joy. Obedience and temperament training for therapy work. Free temperament evaluation.

Training approach

• Balanced training
• Positive reinforcement

Additional services

• Boarding
  Program details

  Professional dog boarding with experienced trainers — your dog stays with someone who knows them, not strangers in a kennel. Daily exercise, structured routines, and daily photo updates. Peace of mind while you travel. Book early for holidays.

• Daycare

Consultations

• Free consultation

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