FirstBarkTom was fantastic with our 6mo old Shihpoo, Winnie. She loves her training sessions with him, they are the highlight of her day. Tom is professional and a great educator for both dogs and their owners. I feel much more confident about training my dog and I feel Tom has given us an incredible foundation. Highly recommend using TDT!
Tom's Dog Training
Bethesda, Maryland
About Tom's Dog Training
We bring the training to your home. Relax in the comfort of your own while we train your dog for you. We also do online dog training, Behavior Consulting, Dog Obedience Training, Crate Training, how to walk your dog, and come when called." Hi there, Thank you for your interest - I am excited to get to know you and your furry, fluffy friend! Although I uniquely cater to each training strategy for every dog, I work with each dog's needs. I holistically train in the following areas: Obedience, Leash Handling, Crate Training, and Behavioral Issues. My passion and love for dogs bring out the best version of myself, and I would be honored to help care for and train your pooch for not just their well-being but yours, as well.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
- Crate training
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
Program details
This package has 3 lessons Basic Obedience Advanced commands Proofing commands Distraction work Bell Method · Listed price: $295.00
This is a single class -Perfect for a new dog owner. -Great to see what work your dog needs. -Your dog will learn the basic commands -Both Verbal and non-verbal -Level 1 commands -Crate Training -Nipping, biting -Barking and whining -Counter surfing -Leash handling skills -Chewing · Listed price: $105.00
This package contains 6 classes -Covers Basic Obedience (Level 1) -Covers Advanced commands (level 2) -Distraction work -Proofing commands -Leash handling Techniques -Level 3 commands · Listed price: $564.00
This package of 9 lessons Covers all of the Obedience (levels 1,2&3). Leash Handling Techniques Includes AKC Canine Good Citizen(CGC) test prep. This package is the most economical one for those individuals who have dogs that need behavior modification. · Listed price: $850.00
- Recall training
Behavior support
- Barking
- Counter surfing
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Board and train
- Day training
- Group classes
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
- Beginner training
Support between sessions
- Go-home lessons
Assistance and working dogs
- Service dog training
- Therapy dog training
Dog sports
- Agility
Program details
This is an agility course that I created so that the dog and their owner can have some fun. It's also a great way for them to bond. · Listed price: From $105.00
If you are looking for a fun way for your dog to burn off energy. Feel free to check out our Canine Cardio workout. The dog will be able to weave through poles, go through a tunnel and do low jumps. Given that every dog is different the course will be adjusted to your dog's size, age and agility
- Trick training
Other listed services
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- Akc Canine Good Citizenship Test
- Animal Training Services
- Behavior Consulting
- Boundary Training
- Canine Cardio
- Dog House
- Dog Psychology
- Dog Safe
- Dog Start
- Dog's Jumping
- Fun Class
- Happy Hour
Program details
2 Day Training sessions per week. 1 Transfer session at no extra charge. · Listed price: $250.00
- House Broken
- Single Class
- Take a Break
Program details
I do training for you. 1 hour of day training once a week. 1 transfer session at no extra cost. · Listed price: $115.00
- Teaching Your Dog
- Training Our Dogs
- Training Plans
- Training Sessions
- Training Training
- Training Your Dog
- Vacation
Program details
-I do the training for you. -1 long day training session 3 times a week. -1 transfer session at no additional cost · Listed price: $345.00
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
45 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Knowledgeable trainer 8
- Basic commands 6
- Responsiveness 5
- Behavior control 4
- Leash work 4
- Patient trainer 4
All 10 topics
- Product recommendations 4
- Tailored training 4
- Flexible hours 2
- Initial consultation 2
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Tom is terrific! He’s kind, patient, prepared and knowledgeable. It was clear our little dog enjoyed his training sessions. My husband and I enjoyed ourselves, too! We recommend Tom and look forward to working with him again in the future.
Tom is terrific! He tailored each of our training session to our needs and worked with our timing. We were amazing on how he helped us train our puppy to listen to basic commands and work on more difficult ones (such as ringing a bell, walking well, and son on). He is extremely…Read full reviewClose full review
Tom is terrific! He tailored each of our training session to our needs and worked with our timing. We were amazing on how he helped us train our puppy to listen to basic commands and work on more difficult ones (such as ringing a bell, walking well, and son on). He is extremely patient - especially with the puppy! Tom knew how to tackle each task we requested. He also worked to keep us on task as we trained our new dog. We highly recommend Tom!
Tom is personable, kind and exceptionally knowledgable about his craft. My four month old black lab puppy has had 5 sessions with him so far and has made noticeable progress after each one. I've found his interactive teaching style to be especially helpful as a first time dog own…Read full reviewClose full review
Tom is personable, kind and exceptionally knowledgable about his craft. My four month old black lab puppy has had 5 sessions with him so far and has made noticeable progress after each one. I've found his interactive teaching style to be especially helpful as a first time dog owner. Training with Tom will advance your dog's obedience, provide you with information on how to effectively teach your dog new behaviors and how to correct unwanted behaviors. 10/10 would recommend. If you're in the area and looking for a dog trainer, Tom is your guy.
We had a very good experience with Tom and our Golden Retriever puppy. He gave us very good tips and tricks for training our dog, and our pup is happier and better behaved due to the training. Can highly recommend.
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