I get asked for referrals quite a bit, either for specialty training or sports, for trainers who might be available sooner, and for various services. Please note that although I think these folks will do a great job, I cannot guarantee their work in any way.
In other states
Your Dog's Friend list - in DMV
Animal Positive Coalition - in Mid-Atlantic
Board & Train
Board & Train list - list of many more reputable Maryland and Virginia options if the handful below are full
in Hydes, MD - indoor kennel/yard at trainer's home
in Holtwood PA - in home, huge fenced yards
in New Windsor, MD - indoor kennel/yard at trainer's home /horses on property
in Laurel, MD - puppies and teen puppies only
in Reisterstown, MD - must get along with other dogs
in Frederick, MD - in home
Cats
Multi Species /Exotics
Complex Behavior Work for Dogs, including human-directed Aggression
Dog Eared Training - Mt. Airy and surrounding area
My K9 Buddy - Carroll County area
Pawsitive Behavior Solutions - Baltimore City /Annapolis area
Polite Pooches - Harford County area
Unleashed Joy - Mt. Airy and surrounding area
Weiser Ways - moving out of the area 2/2025
Group classes including Scent Work, Dog Reactivity, Rally, Agility, CGC Prep, Tricks, Brewery Prep
Dog Eared Training - Mt. Airy and surrounding area
Oh My Dog (at Howl pet store in Hampden)
Positively Obedient (via Orioles Dog Training Club)
General Manners for Puppies & Dogs plus some behavior work, like dog reactivity
Pawsitive Behavior Solutions - moving to Baltimore City & further south on 11/14/24
Polite Pooches - Harford County area
Plum Point Pooch - Harford County area
Weiser Ways - moving 2025, I believe
Vet Behaviorists within about 2 hours’ drive
Vets (not boarded VBs) who offer Behavior Consultation for clients who can’t make it to VB
Dog Walkers / Pet Sitters
Woofies - NW Baltimore County
CBD Pet Services - Baltimore County
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