Germantown, MD
Capitol Area Dog Training and Behavior Consulting, LLC, owned by Dianna Stearns, is based in Germantown, MD. Dianna is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, and a Certified American Treibball Trainer.
With 16 years of professional, positive-reinforcement training experience, Dianna has worked as a trainer and behavior consultant for various regional and breed-specific rescue organizations, as well as for two human-centered non-profits, aiding in training assistance dogs for public access. Dianna's certifications include CATT, CDBC, and CPDT-KA.
Her training philosophy is force-free, utilizing only positive reinforcement and all-positive clicker training. She serves the Southern Maryland, D.C. Metro area, and Northern Virginia regions. As a professional member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, and the Force Free Pet Professionals Guild, Dianna brings a wealth of experience to her work.
She is also an American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen trainer and evaluator. Moreover, Dianna is a co-founder and currently serves as President of the American Treibball Association. She is the author of “Get the Ball Rolling: A Step-by-Step Guide to Training for Treibball”, published by Dogwise Publishing in 2013, available online from Dogwise and Amazon.com.
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All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
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Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
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