Dog’s Downtown

Training programs include private lessons, group classes (AKC Puppy S.T.A.R., CGC Levels 1-3, Skills Practice), specialty training (Scent Tracking, Trick Dogs), and intensive board and train programs. Service dog training follows a four-step process: basic obedience, advanced obedience, task learning for specific disabilities, and public access certification. Owner-training support is available for service dogs. Weekday drop-off training allows for structured training during the workweek. All programs include progress tracking with photos and videos.

Pricing Summary

Group classes like AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. are priced at $200 for a 6-week program. Board and train, private lessons, and weekday drop-off training pricing is not listed publicly but requires consultation. Grooming and boarding rates are available upon request. Payment and financial policies are outlined on their website.

Policies

Financial policies, including cancellation and rescheduling, are detailed on their Policies page. Boarding and training require advance booking. Vaccination records must be submitted to staff@dogsdowntownva.com. Appointments are required for early morning and weekend services.

Dog’s Downtown is a full-service dog training facility located in Chantilly, Virginia, offering a range of training options including private lessons, group classes, board and train programs, and weekday drop-off training. Their 15,000 sqft facility supports training, overnight boarding, daycare and playtime, and grooming services, making it a one-stop destination for dog owners. They specialize in training all breeds and sizes, including puppies, rescue dogs with fear-based reactivity, and service dog prospects. Their training programs are grounded in positive reinforcement and include AKC-certified classes such as Puppy S.T.A.R., CGC levels, and Trick Dogs, as well as specialized service dog training with a four-step certification process. They provide detailed progress updates with photos and videos during board and train programs, and their staff includes master trainers with experience in psychiatric, mobility, and hearing service dog tasks.

They also offer owner-training support for service dogs, helping clients develop the skills to train their own dogs for disability assistance tasks like medical alerts, crowd control, and retrieval. Their facility is equipped for all training needs, and they emphasize compassionate, individualized care for dogs with behavioral challenges.

In addition to training, they provide pet boarding, daycare, grooming, and sell pet supplies, creating a comprehensive support system for dog owners in Northern Virginia.

Accomplishments

Trainers are designated as “Master Trainers” with expertise in service dog certification and behavior modification. They offer AKC-certified classes and have trained service dogs that have successfully integrated into clients’ lives for over five years. They have received over 200 five-star Google reviews for their training and care.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can schedule a free consultation by phone, online portal, or WhatsApp. During the consultation, a master trainer assesses the dog’s needs and recommends a training program tailored to the owner’s goals, whether for basic obedience, behavior modification, or service dog training.