Training Walks
On a training walk, we’ll address on-leash reactive behaviors, loose-leash walking, and basic manners.
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Walking on a leash isn’t as easy as it looks! Training walks help with any behavioral issues your dog might experience out on walks — making everyone’s life a little easier. They’re also a smart choice if you want to hire a traditional dog walking service in the future, but know your dog isn’t ready for that yet.
On a training walk, we’ll address on-leash reactive behaviors, loose-leash walking, and basic manners. We’ll maintain and reinforce the behaviors you want to see, like stopping and sitting at crosswalks, and we’ll reinforce cues like “leave it” to keep your dog engaged and well-mannered.
You can schedule a training walk as a standalone service or use them to supplement what you’re already learning and working on in private or group training sessions.
Training walks are led by a training apprentice who’s in the process of becoming a certified force-free dog trainer. Apprentices are qualified to execute training techniques and protocols so there’s a seamless transition between your private training sessions and real-world walks.
If you're working with a private trainer not affiliated with Force Free DC, we’ll aim to coordinate with that trainer and keep their existing training plan consistent — as long as it aligns with our fear-, force- and pain-free philosophy.
If you’re new to our training walks, you’ll first meet virtually with your apprentice trainer to develop a training plan for your dog and talk through any questions you have. We’ll also set up your online profile together.
Details
Required virtual meet-and-greet with trainer
Single training walk: $85 (45 minutes)
Pack of 10 training walks: $755
Walks are scheduled between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., based on your location and availability
Training Walks are only available in NW and NE DC