Purest Canines Dog Training LLC

5.0 Stars,30 Reviews

4566 Holly Springs Rd, Amissville, VA 20106

Service area: Serving Amissville, Warrenton, Culpeper, Gainesville, Fredericksburg, and surrounding areas in Virginia.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Behavior Modification
Working Dog
Family Dog

Specialty Focus Areas

Puppy Training
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Jumping on People
Barking Excessively
Separation Anxiety
Biting / Nipping
Potty Training
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Lessons
Private Facility
Board and Train

Program Formats

Intensive Program
Sessions Package
Ongoing Weekly

Types of Dogs

Working
Herding
Sporting
Terriers
Doodles

Age of Dogs Trained

Puppy (<1 year)
Adolescent (1-2 years)
Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment:

✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars
✓ E-Collars

Purest Canines offers intensive board and train programs (typically 5 weeks), private lessons, and behavior modification services. Each program includes personalized guidance, weekly video updates during boarding, and lifetime access to trainer support. Training begins with an evaluation, followed by tailored sessions focused on building trust, addressing specific behaviors, and teaching owners how to maintain progress at home. Programs are designed for dogs with reactivity, nipping, barking, separation anxiety, and poor obedience, with emphasis on real-world application.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Programs include board and train, private lessons, and behavior modification with lifetime trainer support included. Clients report the services are worth every penny, indicating premium, results-driven pricing.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated. However, board and train clients receive weekly video updates and post-program follow-ups, indicating structured support. Past clients are welcome to return for boarding and additional training, suggesting flexible, long-term client relationships.

Testimonials

We had such an incredible experience working with Zach at Purest Canines! Our boy is a 1-year-old, very high-drive and highly reactive working dog — and Zach was absolutely amazing with him. From the start, Zach gave us the tools and confidence we needed to help mold our sweet boy into the best version of himself.

In just five weeks, we saw a complete transformation. Our dog loves to work and genuinely enjoyed every session with Zach. During our follow-up appointment yesterday, we could even tell how much he missed him! Zach’s professionalism, knowledge, and calm energy truly set him apart. He has an incredible ability to read dogs and tailor his approach to each one individually.

We also really appreciated how Zach focused on building trust and a relationship with our dog before diving into the training itself — that foundation made all the difference. Using the tools Zach taught us, we’ve been able to create a calmer, more focused, and much less reactive pup at home.

We also love that Purest Canines offers boarding for past clients — it gives us peace of mind knowing our boy can visit his favorite trainer again in the future!

Purest Canines is absolutely fantastic. It’s worth every penny and we would recommend Zach to anyone who wants to build a stronger, more trusting connection with their dog.
– Client

I don’t even know where to begin. We are over the moon at the work Zach & his team has put in and what they’ve achieved with Charlie in only five short weeks.

From start to finish, Zach was personable, kind, honest, and trustworthy. We started with an evaluation of Charlie, and I immediately knew we were going to follow through with training at Purest Canines. I had been following Zach & Purest Canines on social media and was blown away by all the progress videos and transformations he had been posting. I was already so ready to go at that point–but by the end of the eval, I was fully locked in.

Charlie did the five-week board and train, and though we missed her terribly, we couldn’t have made a better decision in choosing Purest Canines. Charlie was dropped off with some bad habits to break (nipping, barking, jumping, not fully crate-trained, etc.), and we chose to have her trained on and off leash while also unpacking those bad habits. Zach fully delivered and went above and beyond our expectations!

Each week he sends a video update (that I would watch repeatedly ), and they blew my mind. After seeing Charlie in person, those videos that had already blown my mind did no justice to the incredible work Zach had done. It was like a brand-new dog–but at the same time, Charlie was still our sweet, loving Charlie. It was like we sent her off to get a software update

Picking Charlie up was incredible. Zach is full of knowledge, and it was amazing to have someone so thoroughly explain what they’ve done, why, and how we’ll continue to implement it. We will forever use Purest Canines for any future pups we have, and Charlie will be visiting Zach & the Crew any time we go away and she isn’t able to come–for some training and a trustworthy board.

We can’t thank Purest Canines enough for what they’ve done for our little fam. Charlie was built to work, just like all dogs, and aside from doing ourselves a favor, we more importantly did her a favor by having her trained and giving her even more purpose
– Client

Wow, we had the most incredible experience with Zach. We started training our 4 month old Siberian Husky, Luna, knowing that huskies can be a challenge due to their strong-willed personalities. We wanted the best trainer we could find–and we’re so glad we found Zach!

Each training session we had with Zach exceeded all of our expectations. His passion, knowledge, and patience made a huge difference in Luna’s progress. After just one lesson, we saw a remarkable transformation–it was like we had a completely different, well-trained dog! After completing six lessons, we couldn’t be happier with the results. We will definitely do more in the future!

We highly recommend Zach to anyone looking for top-tier dog trainer!
– Client

About the Trainer

Purest Canines Dog Training LLC is a dog training business based in Amissville, Virginia, offering expert, personalized training services to dog owners across Virginia, including Warrenton, Culpeper, Gainesville, and Fredericksburg. They specialize in tailored programs such as obedience training, behavior modification, and board and train services designed to unlock a dog’s full potential and strengthen the bond between dog and owner. Their approach emphasizes building trust and rapport with the dog before introducing training, ensuring lasting results. They also provide pet boarding for past clients, offering continuity of care and a familiar, safe environment. Their team, led by Zach and Kyana, is known for calm, professional, and individualized methods that work with high-drive, reactive, and challenging dogs of all sizes and temperaments.

They offer lifetime trainer support with every program, ensuring clients have ongoing access to guidance long after training ends. Their services are suited for dogs with issues like reactivity, nipping, barking, separation anxiety, and poor crate training, and they successfully work with puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. They pride themselves on transparent communication, weekly video updates during board and train programs, and a no-discrimination policy for dogs of any size or attitude.

Purest Canines is deeply committed to ethical, relationship-based training and honors military veterans, many of whom are clients or team members. Their training philosophy focuses on real-world results, long-term behavior change, and creating calm, confident dogs who thrive in their homes.

Accomplishments

Zach and Kyana are the primary trainers, with demonstrated success in transforming high-drive, reactive, and challenging dogs within weeks. Their social media features numerous transformation videos and client testimonials highlighting dramatic improvements. They are trusted by veteran-owned dogs and have built a reputation for consistent, ethical results and compassionate care for dogs with trauma.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with an evaluation of their dog, after which they decide whether to proceed with training. The evaluation helps determine the best program—private lessons, behavior modification, or board and train—and establishes a personalized plan. Clients are encouraged to review social media content and testimonials prior to booking.

Free Consultation

Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Hours

9am-5pm

Languages

English

Other Services Offered

Pet boarding service

Location