FirstBarkGreat dog training so far we are just starting basic manners but it is a positive training program that is very well run and friendly to the dogs and their people
Your Dog's Friend
Rockville, Maryland
About Your Dog's Friend
Your Dog's Friend is a nonprofit 501c3 organization working to improve dogs' lives, reduce problem behaviors, and keep dogs out of shelters. We believe in the power of positive training, not only because scientific studies have proven it is effective, but because it builds trust, and never causes pain or fear. And…it's fun! Our free and reduced-cost resources include monthly interactive webinars, an advice-rich website, one-on-one consultation by phone and email, training classes, and support for animal welfare organizations.
Training & services
Training goals
- Canine Good Citizen preparation Customer-reported
- Puppy training Customer-reported
- Socialization Customer-reported
Behavior support
- Reactivity training Customer-reported
How training happens
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies Customer-reported
Training level
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Dog sports
- Agility Customer-reported
- Scent work Customer-reported
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
I saw your reviews in the Wash. Consumer Checkbook and wondered if you only serve Md. residents. I live in Va. and adopted a 3 yr. husky 4 days ago and she bit me when I tried to correct her. Do you work with dogs like this?
Hi Linda. I'm so sorry. You definitely need to see a positive, force-free trainer. There are a lot of excellent trainers in VA. Let me know where you live, so I can refer you to someone. Also read our handout at https://yourdogsfriend.org/help/people/.
Community answer · Your Dog's Friend · 2019-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
159 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Puppy kindergarten 15
- Kind trainers 8
- Reactive dog class 4
- Basic manners class 3
- Positive training 3
- Affordable classes 2
All 10 topics
- Agility classes 2
- Dog pairing 2
- Guidance for dog owners 2
- Online classes 2
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Your Dog's Friend not only helps so many dogs, but it helps the entire community. YDF provides a wealth of free online information and training about how to make the world a better place for dogs and people. Classes focusing on puppies, reactive dogs, and even multiple-pet homes …Read full reviewClose full review
Your Dog's Friend not only helps so many dogs, but it helps the entire community. YDF provides a wealth of free online information and training about how to make the world a better place for dogs and people. Classes focusing on puppies, reactive dogs, and even multiple-pet homes are accessible to everyone at no cost. And, for more in-depth teaching, YDF has so many classes, both online and in person. YDF also exposes viewers/readers to a variety of trainers so that we might be able to find one that is a good fit I am grateful for all YDF does, and I only wish I could give more. Thanks to YDF!!!
Just signed up, so I'll be back to update my review. However the customer service was beyond expectations. Debbie was so very helpful, kind, informative and passionate. I couldn't wait to sign up, right on the spot! I'm so excited for what's to come.
We took our chocolate lab Otis here (@otie_oats on Instagram) for puppy class and first grade a few years ago when he was a puppy. The classes are incredibly informative and the techniques and training both you and your dog learn stick with you forever. Flash forward a few years…Read full reviewClose full review
We took our chocolate lab Otis here (@otie_oats on Instagram) for puppy class and first grade a few years ago when he was a puppy. The classes are incredibly informative and the techniques and training both you and your dog learn stick with you forever. Flash forward a few years and Otie will turn 4 in a week. We are complimented everywhere we go about how sweet and well behaved Otis is. Your Dog’s Friend is a major reason why.
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