Wholistic Hound Academy
Ranked #2 in Alexandria and #17 in Virginia
Service area: Alexandria, Virginia
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Biting / Nipping
- Jumping on People
- Potty Training
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
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:
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Wholistic Hound Academy provides private lessons, puppy classes, adult dog classes, specialty classes & workshops, agility classes, and nose work classes. They also offer a Day and Puppy Academy, which is a five-hour training program held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. This Day Academy has a maximum of 6 dogs to ensure personalized attention and is suitable for dogs of any age. It is designed for families with time or physical limitations, or those seeking additional help and reinforcement for behaviors or new training.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
The Day Academy offers a four-session package for $725 and an eight-session package for $1400. Pricing and services are subject to change without notice.
Policies
Pricing and services are subject to change without notice. Information regarding cancellation and rescheduling policies is not explicitly provided, though a link to “CLASS POLICIES & GUIDELINES” exists.
About the Trainer
Wholistic Hound Academy is an award-winning, premier training and learning center in Alexandria for people and their dogs. They aim to make life with your puppy or dog easier and more fun.
They employ knowledgeable, professional, and certified instructors who utilize science-based, positive reinforcement training methods.
The Academy offers a variety of services including private lessons, group classes for puppies and adult dogs, specialty classes, workshops, agility classes, nose work classes, and a unique Day and Puppy Academy. The Day Academy is an innovative five-hour program offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm, with a maximum of 6 dogs to ensure personalized attention. It is suitable for dogs of any age and is ideal for families with time or physical limitations, or those seeking additional help and reinforcement for learned behaviors or new training.
Their classes cover essential skills like housetraining, crate training, socialization, and addressing typical puppy behaviors such as chewing, biting, and jumping. Adult dog classes focus on good manners and basic life skills. Specialty classes and workshops cover a range of topics from behavior and life skills to canine fitness and conditioning, as well as educational seminars for families. Agility and Nose Work classes provide fun and exercise, focusing on teamwork and a dog’s natural sense of smell.
Accomplishments
Wholistic Hound Academy is described as Alexandria’s award-winning, premier training and learning center. Their instructors are knowledgeable, professional, and certified.
How to Get Started!
To schedule an appointment, clients can call 703-962-6335 or email info@wholistichound.com. Clients can also enroll in Puppy Kindergarten or check out upcoming classes via their online registration system.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center