Walking with a Friend, LLC offers family pet dog training classes, service and assistance dog coaching, and continuing education for handlers. Their classes focus on fostering a trusting bond between owners and their dogs.
The training is conducted using a variety of equipment, including harnesses, martingales, Gentle Leader with visual and audible cues, clickers, voice commands, treats, toys, whistles, hoops, and jumps. The training philosophy centers around 100% positive association reward-based methods, with an emphasis on no force, pain, or fear.
As a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and Professional Member of the Pet Professional Guild, they serve various locations in Northern Virginia, including Gainesville, Manassas, Bristow, Haymarket, Nokesville, Warrenton, Centreville, and Chantilly.
The approach involves showing owners how to reinforce desired behaviors and replace unwanted behaviors with more desirable ones, creating an enjoyable learning experience for both pet and owner. In addition to classes, they offer board and train programs and boarding services at their home for clients’ vacations, emergencies, or short-term stays.
As a certified CGC (Canine Good Citizen) and Public Access Trainer and Evaluator, they bring a comprehensive set of skills to the table, ensuring that both pets and their owners receive the best possible training and care.
