Dogs on the Mark
Service area: Serves Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Delaware, including Aberdeen, Bel Air, Towson, Hunt Valley, and surrounding metro Baltimore areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training is delivered in one-on-one in-home sessions lasting 1–1.5 hours for obedience and 2 hours for hunt/field or aggression training. Sessions include hands-on instruction for owners to continue training at home. A free in-home consultation is offered to assess needs and create a customized plan. Training is ongoing, with follow-ups encouraged for sustained results.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Training sessions are priced individually and require a phone call for current rates. Additional dogs cost $25 each. Locations over 30 minutes from the trainer incur a $25 fee per half-hour of drive time. A $5 discount is offered for rescued dogs with proof of adoption. All training products are provided during sessions, but owners must purchase equipment for ongoing use.
Policies
All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations before training begins. Training occurs at the owner’s residence unless otherwise requested. Payment is required in advance for contracted services, and only cash or check is accepted, with a $25 fee for bounced checks. Clients must provide a key to their home for access. Travel fees apply for locations over 30 minutes away.
Testimonials
Scott is a smart, insightful and talented dog-trainer. He doesn’t just recite training philosophies, but details step-by-step approaches that clearly work. He understands the nuances of each dog/owner situation and adjusts accordingly. Have very much enjoyed working with him to train my now one-year old labrador, “Moose.” If you’re not getting the results you want from your current training method, I highly recommend that you call Scott.
– Tom Katana
Scott Burgess is both professional and passionate in his work with dogs. From the first meeting you can see his dedication to training dogs with positive reinforcement and care, yet he never relinquishes the leadership role. My dogs responded immediately. His suggestions were on point, and easily duplicated by us once he was gone.
– Judi W
Scott was awesome! We recently had him come to the house to help with our dog’s barking and anxiety. She is 6 years old, so I was a bit worried this would be a real endeavor. But, Scott helped us a ton in just one session! He taught us how to handle situations and use the tools to assist. In just a few days, we felt like we had a different dog in our home.
– Cindy
About the Trainer
Dogs on the Mark is a professional dog training business founded in 2007 and operated by Scott Burgess, who has over 20 years of experience training dogs in the Maryland region. They specialize in in-home dog training using positive reinforcement methods, offering services such as obedience training, aggression modification, and hunt/field training for sporting and working breeds. The business also provides dog walking and pet sitting, with a focus on personalized care that mirrors how owners treat their own pets. Scott offers free advice on nutrition, toys, grooming, and training products, and provides discounts for rescued dogs. Training is conducted at the client’s home, local parks, or fields, and owners are taught how to continue techniques after sessions to ensure long-term success.
Their approach emphasizes building a strong owner-dog bond, with trainers adapting methods to each dog’s breed, age, and behavior. They serve clients across Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Delaware, and prioritize honesty, professionalism, and passion for animals in all interactions.
Accomplishments
Scott Burgess has been training dogs since 2007 and has over 20 years of experience in the field. Clients consistently praise his expertise, adaptability, and success with challenging behavioral issues, including aggression, separation anxiety, and high-energy working breeds.
How to Get Started!
Begin by calling to schedule a free in-home consultation. During this visit, Scott meets you and your dog, gathers details about your pet’s needs, discusses services, and provides a contract. Payment is required in advance to secure services.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
9am-7pm
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog walker
- Pet sitter
Location
506 College Ave, Lutherville, MD 21093Listing Tools for Trainers
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