FirstBarkMy dog and I learned some basic strategies to deal with her shyness and fear in strange places in a gentle positive atmosphere. We got lots of advice and tips on ways to cope in our day to day routine and look forward to going back for another session..
Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training
Forest Hill, Maryland
About Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training
Polite Pooches is a positive reinforcement, fear-free dog training company that conducts both group classes and private training and behavior sessions. We have been in business since 2008 and we work with all breeds of dogs using no force, pain or fear.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Socialization Customer-reported
How training happens
- Group classes
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Training level
- Beginner training
- Intermediate training
Assistance and working dogs
- Therapy dog training
Dog sports
- Scent work
- Trick training
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Force-free training
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Dog walking
Other listed services
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- 6 Week Class
- Akc Community Canine
- Basic Manners Classes
- Breeding Dog
- Classical Conditioning
- Collar Training
- Dog Learn
- Dog Safety
- Dog Trainer Certificate
- Dog Training Helping
- Dog Training Home
- Dog Training Sessions
- Dog Treats
- Family Dog Mediation
- Fear Free Training
- Isolation Distress
- Manners Course
- Pet Dog
- Pet Sitting
- Positive Dog Training
- Reward-Based Dog Training
- Schedule Training
- Specialty Dog Training
- Specialty Training Classes
- Tricks Class
- Tricks Training
- Working Dog
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Questions & answers
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Do you have agility
Unfortunately, no
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
163 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Puppy class 20
- Private training 17
- Positive reinforcement 14
- Helpful team 11
- Private session 9
- Collar suggestion 6
All 10 topics
- Group class 5
- Basic manners class 3
- Fear free training 3
- Intermediate class 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Polite Pooches is hands down the best dog training program you’ll find in Maryland—and honestly anywhere. Kathy and her team are absolutely phenomenal. From the moment you meet them, it’s clear how much they truly care about every single dog and their owners. It’s not just traini…Read full reviewClose full review
Polite Pooches is hands down the best dog training program you’ll find in Maryland—and honestly anywhere. Kathy and her team are absolutely phenomenal. From the moment you meet them, it’s clear how much they truly care about every single dog and their owners. It’s not just training for them; it’s about building trust, respect, and a lifelong bond. We’ve taken multiple courses with Kathy and will continue with all of our dogs because the results speak for themselves. Time and time again, we’ve watched dogs make incredible 180-degree transformations after just a few sessions. Kathy has a gift for understanding each dog’s unique personality, and she tailors her approach with patience, kindness, and expertise. What makes Polite Pooches stand out is the genuine love and dedication they pour into their work. Kathy and her team treat every dog like family, and they support owners just as much as the pets. If you’re looking for training that actually works and a team that will cheer alongside you through every breakthrough, Polite Pooches is the place to go. We can’t recommend them highly enough!
We've had wonderful results with the positive reinforcement training methods here at Polite Pooches. Kathy, Sharon, and everyone else on staff have been knowledgeable and genuinely interested in getting to know our dog and ready to provide any advice and recommendations that we n…Read full reviewClose full review
We've had wonderful results with the positive reinforcement training methods here at Polite Pooches. Kathy, Sharon, and everyone else on staff have been knowledgeable and genuinely interested in getting to know our dog and ready to provide any advice and recommendations that we need. Classes are well-prepared, conducted smoothly and with great respect to everyone's time and animals involved. Highly recommend Polite Pooches and so does our puppy!
Very helpful dog training classes that were effective and fun. My GSD absolutely loved going there. Sessions were well organized and there was lots of supplementary material available. Staff were all friendly and fun to work with. Highly recommend.
The best and only place to go for training your puppy in Harford County. Kathy and her team offer an enriching environment to help puppies learn to navigate their world. Her facility is the only one in the county that offers a positive, fear free approach. Once you’ve completed the puppy classes, there are many other courses to continue your education with your dog. Happy dog - happy people.
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