Leash Free Living
Ranked #2 in Millersville and #33 in Maryland
Service area: Leash Free Living serves Anne Arundel county and surrounding areas, including Annapolis and Millersville, and Central Maryland.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Day Training
- Board and Train
- Private Facility
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
Leash Free Living offers a variety of training programs including Private Lessons, Group Classes, Daycare Training, Board & Train, and Puppy Training. Group classes include Beginner Group Class (100 Level) covering foundation exercises like Heel, Sit, Stand, Down, Come, Stay, Place, and behavior redirection. The 200 Level class focuses on manners and public obedience, including Canine Good Citizen testing. The 300 Level class aims for off-leash and long-distance obedience, and impulse control. An Intro to E-Collar class teaches come when called, place, heel, and stopping unwanted behaviors. Puppy Socialization is a weekly drop-in class for puppies under 6 months, focusing on basic obedience and socialization.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Beginner Group Class (100 Level) is $300 for a six-week course. Canine Good Citizen Prep (200 Level) is $270 for a six-week course. Companion Dog Class (300 Level) is $270 for a six-week course. Intro to E-Collar is $160 for a four-week class (e-collar not included). Puppy Socialization Class is $40 for weekly drop-ins. A Quick Start Guide is available with options and pricing.
Testimonials
“Sam is amazing. We learned so much and have put things into practice. We will be going back all the way from South Carolina. It’s so important when you find someone you can trust with your babies.”
– Kate Himpler
“Our English Cream Golden Retriever loves going to Leash Free Living. He went there for puppy training, later we took him to regular training. And he goes to the doggie daycare/training. He loves being there throughout the day refreshing his training and being with the other dogs. When we take him to LFL he wants out of the car immediately to go inside, his tale wagging all the way in. It is a great place to take your fur baby. You get a report card and video of their day. They also do an outstanding job on nail trim and grinding. When he comes home from a day at LFL he is ready to relax for the remainder of the evening. I highly recommend it, it is the best. I wish they had boarding.”
– Myra Rice
“I’ll make it simple. The three week training for my dog was an aboslute game changer. I’d recommend anyone to bring their dog here. Staff was awesome as well. Best investment you can have for training your pup.”
– Dave Taylor
About the Trainer
Leash Free Living is a dog training company located in Annapolis and Millersville, Maryland. They believe in effective communication with pets both on and off-leash, at home and in public. They use a fair, balanced, relationship-based training method to help owners achieve a well-mannered, happier dog.
They offer a variety of training programs for any dog at any level, including group classes, private lessons, advanced electives, and daycare and train programs. Their staff is dedicated to continuous learning and participates in regular staff trainings and the Leash Free Living Certification Program. They also offer nail trims and grinding.
Accomplishments
Leash Free Living is described as the “Top-Rated Dog Training Company” serving Central Maryland. They have 157 Google reviews. Their staff is dedicated to continuous learning, holds regular staff trainings, and works through the Leash Free Living Certification Program. Trainers like Samantha Miyamoto have been training since 2008, and Jayna Fenton since 2009.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients can enroll in classes or workshops through the client portal by clicking the “Book Icon,” selecting their dog, and starting the booking process. A “Quick Start Guide” is also available to help determine the right program, complete with options and pricing.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Misc Features
- onsite services
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet groomer