Laughing Dog Academy provides in-home consultations and individualized training programs for puppies and dogs. We specialize in teaching basic puppy skills and good dog manners as well as troubleshooting many problem behaviors. We now also offer in-home day training services as well as classes and workshops at Your Dog's Friend in Rockville, MD.
Laughing Dog Academy uses only positive reinforcement methods with an emphasis on clicker training. To learn more about these methods, read about our training philosophy and watch the video below.
Watch this video to learn more about LDA's approach to turning your puppy or dog into a happy and polite family member.
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"Thank you for the fabulous experience in class. You made training seem accessible, understandable, and most of all, fun! It was such a sea change from our previous training experience where there was so much emphasis on being dominant to teach my dog what he needed to know. The clicker method and your instructional approach really helped me establish a great relationship with my dog and also understand him so much more. I really enjoyed your relaxed, encouraging, and humorous teaching style."
