Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Dog Training Services in Rockville, MD
Dog Sense Unlimited has been a trusted leader in professional dog training since 1974, serving clients across Montgomery County, Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia. Our team of experienced trainers specializes in balanced, proven methods that create positive training experiences while delivering reliable results. We address obedience commands, behavior issues, and specialized training needs for puppies, rescue dogs, and established pets of all breeds and ages. With decades of expertise, we offer comprehensive programs ranging from basic manners to advanced competition obedience. Our services include private lessons, group classes, boarding training, and problem-solving solutions tailored to individual needs.Recognized by veterinarians, Angies List, Yelp, and Washingtonian Magazine, we prioritize client education and long-term success. Our focus extends beyond training to fostering strong human-canine relationships through practical skills and compassionate guidance. We maintain rigorous standards of professionalism while adapting techniques to meet evolving challenges in dog behavior and owner expectations. This commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as a premier destination for dog training solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Services
Obedience Training
Puppy Lessons
Private Lessons
Boarding Training
Problem Solving
Grooming
Group Classes
Competition Prep
Housebreaking
Aggression Management
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have 50+ years of experience in dog training and behavior modification
- Our proven balanced methods deliver reliable, long-term results
- We offer comprehensive programs from basic obedience to competition levels
- Trainers address specific challenges like aggression and separation anxiety
- Recognized by veterinary professionals and leading consumer publications
What people say
Proven results
Experienced trainers
Comprehensive programs
Behavior expertise
Client-focused approach
Services
Obedience Training
Our obedience training programs develop reliable command response and good manners through balanced methods. We teach essential skills like loose-leash walking, recall, and impulse control while addressing specific behavioral challenges. Programs adapt to individual dogs' needs across all experience levels.
Puppy Lessons
Specialized instruction for puppies under 3 months focuses on foundational skills and socialization. We address housebreaking, crate training, basic commands, and proper handling techniques to establish lifelong good behavior patterns in young dogs.
Private Lessons
Customized individual sessions target specific training goals and behavioral issues. Our trainers work directly with owners to develop personalized solutions for obedience challenges, aggression management, and advanced skill development in dogs of all ages.
Boarding Training
Two-week intensive programs combine structured training with owner education. Dogs learn basic obedience and manners while owners receive two private lessons to maintain training consistency, creating a comprehensive solution for long-term behavioral improvement.
Problem Solving
Specialized programs address specific behavior issues including aggression, separation anxiety, and destructive habits. Our trainers employ proven techniques to modify problematic behaviors while teaching alternative responses that promote household harmony and safety.
Questions
What training methods do you use?
We employ balanced methods combining positive reinforcement with structured guidance to create effective, long-lasting results while maintaining the dog's well-being.
Do you offer group classes for beginners?
Yes, our Group Basic class covers essential obedience skills for dogs 12 weeks+ with little or no training experience in a structured small-group environment.
Can you help with aggressive behavior issues?
Our specialized aggression management program teaches owners to recognize, handle, and correct aggression problems through structured training sessions and behavior modification techniques.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia with training programs available at our Rockville facility and through private lessons.
Do you offer payment plans?
We provide flexible payment options for our training packages. Contact us directly to discuss payment arrangements for specific programs.
