Helping Dog Owners Train Their Dogs for OVER 10 YEARS
Southern Maryland
We Train The Owners As Much As The Dogs
Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy into your home or working with an older dog that has behavioral issues, Best Buddy Dog Trainer is here to guide you through the process. We understand that successful dog training isn’t just about teaching your dog; it’s about empowering you the owner, with the skills & knowledge needed to train your dog when your trainer isn’t with you in class. With positive reinforcement and fear-free techniques, we create a training experience that’s enjoyable for both you and your dog. A well-trained dog and a confident owner are a winning team! Let’s explore how our Best Buddy Dog Trainer can help you build a lasting bond with your Best Buddy!
Board & Train
Jumpstart Your Dog’s Training with Our Board and Train Program. Send your dog to us for 21 days of immersive, professional training. Our expert trainers handle obedience, leash skills, and problem behaviors. Follow up lessons are included!
Private Dog Training Lessons
Our Private Dog Training Lessons are tailored to your dog’s unique needs and your goals. Work 1-on-1 with a certified trainer on obedience, manners, leash skills, and problem behaviors.
Dog Behavior Modification
Our Behavior Modification Course is designed for dogs with challenging issues like reactivity, resource guarding, aggression, separation anxiety, and more! We provide force-free, science-based solutions tailored to your dog’s needs.
Virtual Dog Training Lessons
Our Virtual Dog Training Lessons connect you with a certified trainer live over Zoom or FaceTime. Get expert guidance on obedience, leash training, and problem behavior modification-all from the comfort of your home.
In-home Puppy Training
In-home puppy training covers obedience, greetings, leash skills, and socialization, plus tackles potty and crate training, jumping, biting, and barking. Give your puppy the best start with personalized lessons.
Signing Up For Dog Training Lessons
1 - Contact Us To Get Started
Fill out our Get Started Form or text your city and state to 301-231-1907. Tell us about your dog, your training goals, and which dog training service you’re interested in. We personalize every program to fit your dog’s unique needs and your lifestyle.
2 - Schedule Your Free Consultation
Once we receive your information we will set up a FREE 15-20 minute Consultation with you via text or phone call where we will speak with you about any concerns or problems you are having with your dog. If your dog has a bite history we will do an in-person evaluation.
3 - Start Dog Training Lessons
After your consultation, your certified dog trainer will schedule your first lesson-at your home, virtually, or for board & train. Your trainer will guide you step-by-step, teaching you effective techniques to improve obedience, fix problem behaviors, and help your dog thrive.
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EXCELLENT Based on 129 reviews Posted on Faith KellerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot say good enough things about Best Buddy Dog Trainer! We recently adopted a Rottweiler from a kill shelter, and I found Jeff through a friend of mine. She had gone to Jeff for her Black lab. I was always impressed at how well trained her dog was-so I knew they were a reliable place. We have been doing at home training sessions for a few months now, and I can definitely say I’ve seen such a 360 in how my dog has been since I first got her. Jeff has always been super flexible with my schedule- which was a huge bonus from the beginning. I was so worried about her transition from the shelter to a new home, especially since we had no clue what her life was prior to the shelter life. I cannot wait for this summer, to be able to take her on adventures with me is going to be sooo much fun for the both of us, but I wouldn’t have been able to do it if it weren’t for Jeff and his training methods.Posted on Emily GamelinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Best Buddy dog trainer. April helped our pup make great progress on recall, loose leash walking, and other skills. We’ve worked with different trainers over the years, but April showed us techniques we hadn’t learned before that worked well for our boy. We’re already planning to sign up for more sessions! April was also a great communicator and worked around our schedules.Posted on Elizabeth KidderTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff and April are wonderful people and have a passion for working with dogs. We have 2 puppies who were really giving us a run for our money. We were honestly ready to take them back to the shelter when we met Jeff and April. We decided to sign the boys up for the board and train to see if they could get them on track and I am so glad we did. We got constant updates and saw videos of our pups during training. When they came home, they were so much better behaved. They listen and follow commands, we have even had complements from strangers regarding how well behaved they are and how well they follow commands for puppies so young. We still have some things to work on, and appreciate the ongoing training Jeff and April provide in our home. If you are looking for someone to train your dog.. do yourself a favor and contact Best Buddy.Posted on Brad ThordsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best buddy was very good to work with, very flexible schedule. My dog has definitely gotten better with the training .Posted on Ashleigh HaubrichTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used best buddy for a six week board and train for my reactive dog and I could not be happier with the results. My dog would bark at people, dogs, lunge bite his leash and charge random pedestrians. The six weeks he spent at best buddy are invaluable because there he learned all the basic skills he needed to be able to listen to me on his leash more. I have also learned a lot with our lessons on how to de escalate his reactions to his triggers and better handle situations where my dog is feeling scared and anxious. Before best buddy there was absolutely nothing I could do during walks to get him to stop barking pulling and biting his leash. During walks now I am able to get his attention on me and keep those situations from even starting in the first place. With the tools and lessons my dog and I have learned we can now walk by dogs and people without his bad behaviors. It is a work in progress but I am so pleased to be armed with the knowledge to set us up for success. I’ve also seen a huge difference in the way he is observing his surroundings. It’s incredible to watch him take the world in around him in a totally different view. A view that allows him to explore and be curious rather than stressed and anxious and terrified of everything. I highly recommend best buddy to anyone who has similar issues as me.Posted on Wyatt BlackmonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We just completed a 6 week course and we have seen incredible behavior improvement in our dog Atlas! Jeff is extremely knowledgeable and the training is helpful not only to the dog but to us as the owners as well! We would definitely recommend Best Buddy if you are looking for obedience or even just behavioral training!Posted on Valerie WalterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot say enough about how wonderful Jeff is not only as a trainer but also as a person. He has such a calm and kind demeanor and will truly do whatever he can to help you. We were struggling with our little adopted Boston Terrier and Jeff could tell how upset I was on the phone and made it a point to get our first training session scheduled immediately. We have worked though a full series of in person training with him and have seen improvements though our little guy is still at the beginning of his journey. I have no doubt that the foundation we have started with Jeff with ultimately lead to success.Posted on Jape YelnocTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We adopted Baxter this past March, and quickly realized that he’d been abused as a pup and between that and his energy level, that we needed help training him. We found Best Buddy through a Google search, and after some researching and some calls, we hired them. We’re very glad we did. They’re very good trainers and they clearly love dogs very much. We really liked that their approach is 100% positive – that was something we would never budge on. After a few weeks of in-home sessions, Jeff recommended Board & Train. We agreed – Baxter is a good dog but he needed a LOT of training, more than we could realistically do at home. It was hard to say good-bye for those weeks, but it helped a lot! (BTW, Jeff strongly recommends against visits during the program – we pushed and he bent his rule for us, but it was to Baxter’s detriment. He thought he was coming home, and his disappointment caused him to regress a bit in training. So please don’t push!!! It’s better for your doggo) In spite of that, Baxter came home in a much better place – he was calmer, quieter, and more focused on continuing to learn. Jeff gave us the tools to exercise him and to continue his training, and by applying these Baxter continues to improve. BB has a great FB page and a YouTube channel, and with the grounding Jeff gave us, and those tools, we know that Baxter will keep on keeping on. We highly recommend Best Buddy! Your best buddy will be better for the experience.Posted on TonyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The training provided has made me a much better dog owner. They provide tools to help you succeed as an owner and trainer. They are extremely flexible with their service as well adjusting to how you and the dog progress rather than just sticking to a schedule. They really want ensure that everyone who works with them succeeds with their training.Posted on Craig LeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Over the course of 8 weekly sessions April taught us to train our rescue Anatolian shepherd to live peacefully in the suburbs. She was so anxious, reactive and aggressive that we were afraid we might have to put her down. As many have pointed out, Best Buddy trains the owners to train the dog. We couldn’t be more pleased. Highly recommend.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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