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Thoughtful Dogs

Williamsburg, Virginia

4.9/5· 31 Google reviews

About Thoughtful Dogs

Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KSA) & Behavior Consultant (CDBC). Currently accepting a limited number of clients for private lessons, behavior modification, and shelter dog consultation. Positive Reinforcement dog training. Modern, scientific, and family friendly methods.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
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How training happens

  • Group classes
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  • Private training
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Dog age

  • Puppies Customer-reported
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Dog sports

  • Trick training
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Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement
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Other listed services

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  • Animal Behavior Consultants
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  • Behavior Consultants
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  • Dog Behavior Consultant
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  • Positive Dog Training
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Training team
CPDT-KSA
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CDBC

Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 531 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • behavior issues 2
  • calmer dog 2
  • client success 2
  • encouragement 2
  • expert advice 2
  • group classes 2
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  • love for dogs 2
  • promptness 2
  • quick response 2
  • reliable training 2

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31 collected reviews

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jojobean
5/5
Perhaps we're crazy for welcoming our third Dalmatian puppy into our house in our advanced ages (70s!). We should know better! Just the energy level alone is challenging. We think of ourselves as experienced dog owners, but Adam has contributed so much invaluable, hands on adv…Read full reviewClose full review

Perhaps we're crazy for welcoming our third Dalmatian puppy into our house in our advanced ages (70s!). We should know better! Just the energy level alone is challenging. We think of ourselves as experienced dog owners, but Adam has contributed so much invaluable, hands on advice in our individual sessions with him and Carter (our pup). Astonishing progress has been made, although much more is needed. So we signed up for his next puppy class on top of our individual sessions! His time and attention is worth every penny. He notices the seemingly small interactions between us and our pup that may develop into future difficult behavior as he continues to grow bigger and stronger. And he isn't afraid to articulate what he sees! We were so fortunate to have found him. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Linda Petty
5/5

I can't believe how much our dog has changed after sessions with Adam. Our dog was barking at other dogs on walks and Adam's lessons and advice helped us train our dog to be calmer around other dogs. I can't recommend his services enough!

Kristin Munson
5/5
Adam has been teaching me how to train my dog for about 8 weeks and I honestly can’t believe my luck that we have him as a resource in little Williamsburg, VA. I’m currently reading my 8th dog training book. These books are written by the world’s leading animal/dog behaviorists a…Read full reviewClose full review

Adam has been teaching me how to train my dog for about 8 weeks and I honestly can’t believe my luck that we have him as a resource in little Williamsburg, VA. I’m currently reading my 8th dog training book. These books are written by the world’s leading animal/dog behaviorists and everything I’ve read is all stuff Adam already knows and more importantly *sees*. He has an eye for dog and human body language. My dog respects (and adores!) him so much. No amount of reading books would make up for the way Adam is able to look at my dog and explain her behavior to me in a way that sets us both for success.

Jan-Gordon Fletcher
5/5

Adam has been trained to understand how dogs think and react in any situation imaginable. The Fletchers and our dogs are blessed to have such a valuable asset right here in our back yard for both group and individualized training. He is welcome anytime to stay in our guest bedroom and provide concentrated training to overcome all the bad habits we have inadvertently instilled in our pups.

Laura Hawkridge
5/5

Our session with Adam gave me encouragement as I work through 7 mo. old Heidi’s ‘issues”. His handling of Heidi and his suggestions for me have resulted in less jumping on me. Thank you, Adam! I look forward to trying your suggestions when I have visitors.

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