Training Programs
The Diplomatic Dog offers consultations, in-home private lessons and day training for all of your dog’s life stages. Whether you have a brand new tiny pup, an adolescent, adult or senior - let me help you learn how to guide your dog through life so he can go anywhere with you, be comfortable and reliable in any situation, and become a true Diplomatic Dog!
All training is designed to teach you how to communicate more clearly and effectively with your dog using foundation exercises and protocols. How you relate to your dog on a daily basis will influence how your dog relates to you and will make the greatest difference in the quality of your lives together.
Are you considering bringing a new puppy into your home or are you brand new to dog ownership? Let me help you with this exciting life change and decision process!
Are you stressing because your puppy is about to or has already arrived? Let’s get that puppy on a schedule and make a plan to handle all the puppy mayhem!
Whether you have an enthusiastic adolescent, a shy, fearful rescue or an out-of-control adult with bad habits, this program will help you establish the common language of basic obedience that you use to guide and influence your dog’s behavior.
Overwhelmed by your dog’s behavior, heading out of town or just super busy? This program provides one-on-one training for you and your dog both in your home and in daily life outings in Washington, DC - without having to send your dog away.
Has your dog’s previous training fallen through the cracks and perhaps hasn’t been reinforced as diligently as intended? This refresher training will address the bad habits that have developed that are stressful for both of you.