dog training in richmond, VA
Better communication, happier lives
Training isn't about having a perfect dog. It's about helping you and your dog understand each other.
At Mutti Dog Services, I use practical, relationship-based training to help dogs become calmer, more confident, and easier to live with. Whether you're working with a new rescue, a young dog who needs some structure, or a dog who has developed behaviors you'd like to change, we'll build skills you can actually use in everyday life.
Private lessons
Every lesson is tailored to you and your dog! We’ll start with a quick check-in on how things are going, celebrate progress, and talk through any bumps in the road. Then I’ll work one-on-one with your dog before bringing you into the mix to practice together. You’ll leave each session with new skills, practical tips, and a game plan for keeping the momentum going.
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Looking for a refresher? Want to try out a single lesson before you commit? Then this option is for you!
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A great starting point for dogs and people who need help with foundational skills and everyday manners.
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More time to build reliable skills, address specific challenges, and practice in a variety of real-world situations.
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The most comprehensive package for dogs who need more support, more practice, or help with multiple behaviors.
Train While You Work
The While You Work program is a two-week series that gives your dog focused training without the stress of a traditional board-and-train program.
Instead of sending your dog away for weeks to live in an unfamiliar environment, your dog spends the day with me Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. keeping their routine, home, and people intact nights and weekends.
Days include:
Obedience Training - sit, down, stay, come
Walks - good manners on leash and exercise
Field trips - practice skills in real-world environments
At the end of the program, we'll have a training session together so you know exactly how to maintain your dog's progress at home.
It's a practical, lower-stress alternative to board and train.
Cost: $1,250
BALANCED TRAINING
My Approach
As a balanced trainer, I tailor the experience to the dog’s temperament and your needs and goals. I use tools like treats, toys, praise, and, when appropriate, training collars, including prong and e-collars. The goal is to build reliable skills that last beyond our sessions and ensure both your dog’s safety and the safety of those around them.
Questions? Drop me a line using the form below. I’m always happy to discuss my methods in greater detail.
personalized training
What do you need?
Every training program is customized to you and your dog. Depending on your goals, we may work on:
Basic obedience & household manners
Sit, down, stay, place & recall
Leash skills & polite greetings
Impulse control, focus & engagement
Jumping, barking & other unwanted behaviors
Confidence building & rescue support
Real-world training & distractions
Guidance for continuing training at home
Training starts indoors in a calm, quiet environment where we can address the behaviors that matter most in your everyday life. As your dog progresses, we'll take those skills outdoors and into increasingly distracting environments.
Get started
Every program starts with a free, in-person Training Evaluation. I'll meet you and your dog, talk through your goals and challenges, and make sure we're the right fit for each other.
If it feels like a good match, we'll create a training plan tailored to you and your dog and get started.
Questions? Submit the form or email me at
awittel@muttidogservices.com