Faithful Friends Dog Training, LLC.

Faithful Friends Dog Training offers private in-home lessons, group classes, and board and train programs. Private lessons provide personalized, one-on-one training in the client’s home, addressing specific behavioral issues or offering tailored attention.

Group classes offer socialization and obedience training in a structured setting, suitable for dogs needing to learn focus amidst distractions, including Puppy Kindergarten, Basic and Advanced Obedience, and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep. Board and train programs provide an immersive, intensive training experience where dogs live with a trainer for a set period, featuring customized curricula and follow-up lessons for owners.

Pricing Summary

Full payment is due at the time of booking for group classes and private lesson packages. Board and Train programs require a deposit upon booking, with the remaining balance due upon pickup. Initial consultations are a paid service.

Policies

A minimum of 24 hours notice is required for cancellations or rescheduling of private lessons. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice may incur a full session charge.

Faithful Friends Dog Training, LLC is a professional dog training company located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. They offer a variety of services including private in-home lessons, group classes, and board and train programs. Their mission is to help dog owners build strong, positive relationships with their canine companions through effective and humane training methods.

They believe in using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors and address common behavioral issues. Their certified trainers have years of experience working with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments, and are committed to providing personalized training plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog and owner.

Accomplishments

The lead trainer, Sarah Johnson, is the founder and has over 12 years of professional dog training experience. She holds a certification as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). Other trainers include Emily Davis, a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) with 8 years of experience, and Mark Chen, a certified dog trainer through Animal Behavior College (ABCDT) with 5 years of experience. The company is a proud member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).

How to Get Started!

All new clients are required to complete an initial consultation to assess their dog’s needs and discuss training goals. This consultation typically lasts 60-90 minutes and is a paid service.