Dog Trained LLC

Private training includes in-home sessions tailored to specific goals like loose leash walking, puppy adjustment, or reactivity management. Packages offer 3 or 6 sessions with ongoing support. Day training walks provide 12 sessions over 2–3 weeks per week, acting as a board-and-train alternative. Group classes are held in NW DC and focus on socialization and obedience. Virtual classes are available remotely. Trails and Training offers customized outdoor sessions in Great Falls, VA, using fenced yards and trails for behavior work.

Pricing Summary

Private training starts at $165 per 50-minute session. Three-session packages start at $445.50, six-session packages at $792, and day training walks (12 sessions) at $1,386. All packages include video and email support. No pricing listed for group or virtual classes.

Dog Trained LLC is a professional dog training business specializing in positive reinforcement methods to help dog owners build stronger bonds with their pets. They offer private in-home training, group classes, virtual sessions, and day training walks as an alternative to board-and-train. Their services focus on puppies, leash manners, reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety, resource guarding, and behavior modification. The team includes certified trainers with over 30 years of combined experience working with rescue dogs, service dogs, and dogs of all ages—from puppies to seniors. They collaborate with veterinarians and veterinary behaviorists and prioritize canine welfare, choice, and play over fear or force. Their trainers are highly educated, with multiple certifications and ongoing professional development. They serve the DC metro area with in-person sessions and offer virtual training nationwide.

Trainers like Gwen Podulka, Christie Catan, and Daniela Vargas bring specialized expertise in behavior modification, enrichment, and science-based training. Christie offers a unique “Trails and Training” program in Great Falls, VA, using fenced yards and scenic trails for decompression and confidence-building. The business emphasizes individualized plans tailored to each dog’s history, genetics, and lifestyle, ensuring long-term success without causing stress or anxiety.

They provide video and email support between sessions, and their team is fluent in English, Spanish, and German. Dog Trained is committed to ethical, force-free training and has received glowing testimonials from clients who’ve seen dramatic improvements in their dogs’ behavior and confidence.

Accomplishments

Team includes multiple CPDT-KA and KPA-CTP certified trainers. Owner Gwen Podulka has over 30 years of experience. Christie Catan is a Teaching Assistant for Dr. Susan Friedman’s Behavior Analysis course. Krisi Huie holds a Master’s in Psychology and Philosophy in Education. Daniela Vargas is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner. Trainers engage in continuous education through seminars and online courses.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins by completing a contact form to schedule an initial consultation. Clients can choose between private, group, virtual, or day training options based on their needs. No free consultation is offered, but all programs include personalized planning and follow-up support.