Obedience Training for Dogs in VA
Controlled K9 offers professional dog obedience training for pet, service, and protection dogs. We focus on building real-world behavior through structured training programs tailored to each dog’s needs. Our trainers understand that every dog learns differently, so we create custom plans to guide each dog through their transformation.
Our training helps dogs develop clear communication skills and consistent behavior. Your dog will become more focused, more confident, and more obedient once with proper guidance. Obedience training strengthens the bond between owners and their dogs while addressing unwanted behaviors with effective and compassionate methods.
Basic Dog Obedience Training
At Controlled K9, our basic dog obedience training programs are anything but basic. The goal is to establish a foundation of trust between you and your pup. Great for puppies and newly adopted dogs or rescues, dogs learn the 7 basic commands, including:
- Sit
- Stay
- Down
- Come
- Off
- Don’t touch
- Heel (leash training)
While these are considered basic, every dog learns differently and on their own timeline. It’s important to be patient with your pup as they go through this process and understand that it takes dogs different amounts of time to master these commands. At Controlled K9, we’re willing to work with you and your dog for as long as it takes until they nail basic obedience. This sets the tone for the rest of the relationship between you and your pet.
Advanced Obedience Training for Dogs
Take it to the next level with advanced dog obedience training. This type of dog training levels up the basics and teaches your dog how to respond to more complex commands.
Advanced obedience training covers things like refining basic commands, distance commands, off-leash dog training, proofing, obeying commands in the face of distractions, and more.
Benefits of Professional Dog Obedience Training
Our obedience training goes beyond teaching dogs to “sit and stay” —it equips them with the skills needed to stay calm, focused, and well-behaved in a variety of real-life situations. With professional guidance, dogs learn more efficiently, and owners gain the confidence to reinforce positive behaviors both at home and in public.
Our dog training programs build a solid foundation for clear communication using verbal cues and hand signals, helping to reduce common issues like jumping, chewing, or barking. Obedience training also improves upon socialization, making dogs more comfortable around people and other pets. As dogs gain confidence, so do their owners, resulting in a stronger bond built on trust and mutual respect.
James is excellent! He trained our Australian Shepherd as a service dog for a medically needed task. James is extremely knowledgeable and professional. From our first consultation, I knew James would be able to achieve our goal that we needed with our pup. Most importantly, he took excellent care of our dog. Cannot recommend enough!
Rachel W Satisfied Customer