Dog Lovers Obedience School
Ranked #6 in Richmond and #40 in Virginia
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Dog Lovers Obedience School offers puppy and dog training classes for all breeds, sizes, and ages, emphasizing that no dog is too old or too young for training. Group classes focus on basic obedience skills like loose leash walking, sit stays, down stays, coming on command, waiting at doorways, and not jumping on guests. These classes are beneficial for dogs that struggle with listening in distracting environments.
Private training sessions are available for dogs requiring more individual attention or those with behavioral problems unsuitable for a group setting. They also offer private lessons for new dog owners to ensure they establish correct practices at home. Specialty training includes private/group combination packages for rescue dogs and behavior modification, as well as intensives for puppies, family dogs, and comprehensive training.
Testimonials
“Emily and Team are results-oriented and very knowledgeable about dog behavior. In the few months I have been working with them, I am so much better equipped to handle my dogs successfully, or at least not to let anything get too far off the rails, and DLOS is always there when needed! The process has been fun and positive. Congrats on 10 years! Thanks for all you do for us and our canines!”
– Anne M.
“Emily is amazing!! My dog has learned a lot from her but more importantly, we as a family learned a lot from her. She is the best! She helped us become the best companions for each other!!”
– Angelia B.
“We have now taken 2 of our puppies through 3 classes with Emily. She is consistent, thorough and really understands how best to emphasize the importance of the relationship between dog and owner. We are about to sign up our youngest puppy for his intermediate, off-leash class. I would HIGHLY recommend her for any training needs!”
– Daryl W.
About the Trainer
Dog Lovers Obedience School helps families create a healthy relationship with their dogs. They encourage the whole family to participate in training, welcoming kids 4 years and older to work with dogs in their group classes. Their training methodology is a balanced approach, focusing on correcting bad behaviors and teaching good ones.
They offer a variety of training options including group classes, private sessions, specialty training, half-day drop-off, and board and train programs. Their services cater to dogs from puppyhood through advanced levels like the Canine Good Citizen test, and they also provide specialized training for behavior modification and service dogs.
Dog Lovers Obedience School takes a hands-on approach to resolve common dog behavioral issues such as aggression, anxiety, fear, not listening, jumping up, barking, biting, chewing, running away, pulling on leash, and not coming when called. Puppy training classes focus on socialization and basic obedience skills like loose leash walking, sit stay, down stay, waiting at doorways, and proper greeting. They emphasize that dog training is a lifestyle and are dedicated to helping owners achieve that lifestyle with their pets.
Accomplishments
Dog Lovers Obedience School has been in business for 10 years, as noted by client testimonials.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients are encouraged to fill out a Welcome Form online. For quicker responses, clients can send a text to 804-741-3647 or email Ehbdogs90@gmail.com, with responses typically provided within 1 business day. They are currently accepting new registrations for 2024-2025, with board and train programs being scheduled into May 2025.
Contact Information
Misc Features
- Women-owned
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
- wheelchair accessible restroom
- restroom unisex
- LGBTQ-friendly
- transgender safespace