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 trainingProgram 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 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 coachingCustomer-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
AgilityProgram 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
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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 HourProgram details
2 Day Training sessions per week. 1 Transfer session at no extra charge. · Listed price: $250.00
House Broken
Single Class
Take a BreakProgram 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
VacationProgram 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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5/5Dog training should be fun! Tom's quote and he lives up to it! I have had four golden retrievers but 2020 gifted me Susie, King Charles Spaniel weighing in at 4 lbs. We started training with Tom at 4 months.
Tom is creative giving me numerous variations to simple techniques. …Read full reviewClose full review
Dog training should be fun! Tom's quote and he lives up to it! I have had four golden retrievers but 2020 gifted me Susie, King Charles Spaniel weighing in at 4 lbs. We started training with Tom at 4 months.
Tom is creative giving me numerous variations to simple techniques. I so appreciated the explanations of what we needed to achieve. How many times did he tell me to breath so our lesson would be fun and rewarding!
Excellent trainer! We will start level two shortly!
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Jamille Wallick
5/5Our 2 year old dog spent his first year on a property with very few encounters with other dogs and lots of land to run on without a leash, so transitioning to Bethesda left our pup easily over-stimulated and confused about the leash. Tom was fantastic with our dog. Tom helped cal…Read full reviewClose full review
Our 2 year old dog spent his first year on a property with very few encounters with other dogs and lots of land to run on without a leash, so transitioning to Bethesda left our pup easily over-stimulated and confused about the leash. Tom was fantastic with our dog. Tom helped calm down our dog by teaching me several tools to use with him and recommended some calming products. Tom also helped me figure out how to stay calm myself and give the dog something else to focus on when I knew he was about to get overstimulated. The difference I feel when walking my dog now is immense and the dog is getting better all the time with not getting worked up when seeing other dogs and small animals.
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Daniel Roddy
5/5Tom - The best that any dog owner can hope for. Sit, stay, and not get distracted. He really has trained us well. Tom made it look easy - and then made it easy for us as well.
He is knowledgable about so many breeds and temperaments, what type of fencing, toys and training, each…Read full reviewClose full review
Tom - The best that any dog owner can hope for. Sit, stay, and not get distracted. He really has trained us well. Tom made it look easy - and then made it easy for us as well.
He is knowledgable about so many breeds and temperaments, what type of fencing, toys and training, each dog’s different needs, and what to expect.
We are very grateful for his help. Getting time with Tom is well worth the investment.
Oh - and yes - he is still safely training while we are all stuck at home.
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Sally Munn
4/5
I've had several dogs before, but was struggling with a new 4-month-old large breed puppy. Tom not only taught our pup...but taught me some valuable new tricks to get and maintain control of her. Thank you, Tom!
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Austen Lockwood
5/5Tom is The Dog Whisperer. We started working with him a couple of months ago when we got our puppy (a beagle; a notoriously stubborn breed). She learned the basic commands incredibly fast with Tom. He has a real knack for connecting with dogs and training their humans too. He rec…Read full reviewClose full review
Tom is The Dog Whisperer. We started working with him a couple of months ago when we got our puppy (a beagle; a notoriously stubborn breed). She learned the basic commands incredibly fast with Tom. He has a real knack for connecting with dogs and training their humans too. He recommends good products without being a zealot. He was even kind enough to find our youngest kid gloves so he wouldn't be afraid of our puppy and her razor mouth.
Tom always wears a mask and comes to our place in a good mood, ready to get down to brass tacks. He is responsive and reliable.
Go with Tom. You'll be happy you did.
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