Chesapeake Canine

Training is delivered in one-on-one sessions, typically 1 hour long, held at the client’s home or Rick’s home. Programs include a four-lesson package for puppy and obedience training, each lesson building on the previous: communication systems, basic commands, recall, and reinforcement through play. Aggression rehabilitation is a standalone intensive program. Owners are taught how to train their dogs, with emphasis on making the owner the leader through structured play and consistent cues. Training integrates play, food, and corrections as needed, with a focus on real-life application.

Pricing Summary

Single lesson: $150. Puppy Training and Obedience/Play Training: $500 for four lessons. Aggression Rehabilitation: $2,000. Prices are lower than competitors due to low overhead—no employees or facility costs.

Chesapeake Canine is a dog training business based in Arnold, Maryland, founded by Rick, who has over 25 years of experience helping dog owners build strong, balanced relationships with their pets. The business specializes in one-on-one, in-home and neighborhood-based training using a balanced approach that combines positive reinforcement with fair corrections when necessary. Training focuses on play-based methods, particularly using fetch and tug games to tap into dogs’ natural instincts, while also incorporating food, praise, and a marker system to reinforce desired behaviors. Services include puppy training, obedience training, and aggression rehabilitation, with all programs designed to strengthen the bond between dog and owner. Training is tailored to each dog’s breed, temperament, and individual needs, and owners are actively involved in every session to ensure long-term success. The business serves Anne Arundel County, including Arnold, Annapolis, and Severna Park.

Chesapeake Canine does not offer group classes, boarding, or facility-based training. Instead, all sessions are private and conducted either at the client’s home or Rick’s home at 627 Magothy View Drive. The training philosophy emphasizes creating “balanced dogs” that can transition seamlessly between obedience, relaxation, independence, and play. Rick’s methods are grounded in science-backed behavioral principles and his extensive training with certified dog behavior experts.

Clients appreciate Rick’s calm, patient demeanor, clear communication, and ability to produce rapid results—even with long-term behavior issues. The business offers a free evaluation to help dog owners understand their dog’s needs and begin the training process.

Rick is certified through multiple advanced courses including Michael Ellis’ Principles of Dog Training, Michael Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Master Course, and others, but holds no formal industry certifications like CPDT-KA or IAABC-CDBC.

Accomplishments

Founder Rick has over 25 years of experience training dogs. He has completed advanced courses including Michael Ellis’ Principles of Dog Training 1 & 2, Michael Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Master Course, Ted Efthymiadis’ Aggression Mastermind Course, Linn Boyke’s Dog Psychology, Ivan Balabanov’s Professional Dog Trainer’s Course, Pat Stuart’s NEPOPO, and Larry Krohn Seminar.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free evaluation. Dog owners can contact Chesapeake Canine via phone or email to schedule a consultation, after which training sessions are arranged at the client’s home or Rick’s home in Arnold, MD.