Certified Dog Trainers in Fredericksburg, Virginia

Small animal veterinary hospital offering behavioral services and training in addition to typical services: medicine, surgery, etc.

Private and group lessons, board and train, behavioral consultations and problem solving. Drop off day training and dog play groups.

I am dedicated to using only positive-reinforcement and force-free training. My approach considers our dogs' perspective in this human-focused world. I feel that learning should be enjoyable for both dogs and humans throughout the process. I firmly believe animals of every stripe deserve to be treated with respect, kindness, and compassion. I will challenge you to think differently, to see your dog as a companion, not merely just a pet. I'll help you understand that dogs have needs and wants just like us, and I'll guide you in determining what those are and how to meet them. I'll encourage you to view the world from your dog's perspective, and I will teach you how and why you should give your dog opportunities to make choices in their daily life.

My name is Stana Clark and my whole life I have always loved animals. When I was four my mother decided to get me my first dog for Christmas and I have always had a love for dogs. I went to Radford University for Advertising and Graphic Design and after four great years I graduated with a B.A in Communication with a Concentration in Advertising and Graphic Design. I spent a lot of time at college volunteering at my local animal shelter. It would just break my heart to see the hundreds of dogs come in. Some of these dogs were dumped like trash and not worth keeping, to me they were just different souls with different stories to tell. Throughout my life we have always had multiple dogs in the family (Cocker Spaniel, Springer Spaniel, Lab, Border Collie, even Pit Bulls), once I graduated college I wanted to continue volunteering and helping more dogs. I joined Bully Paws Pit Bull Patriots of Fredericksburg, VA. I was welcomed in the group of full force. I have been working with Bully Paws for seven years now as as foster parent, event coordinator, and the foster coordinator for the rescue. I bring dogs into my home and with lots of love, training, and socialization I manage to find them homes. I have successfully found homes for over 60+ dogs. I’ve dealt with strays, abandoned dogs, sick dogs, puppies, dogs with disabilities, pregnant and/or nursing momma dogs, etc. All dog have had different personalities and all with different back stories. The bottom line is they all needed help. Don’t get me wrong I love pit bulls (if you couldn’t tell) but I’m an animal lover and I love all dog and animals in general. I’m a DOG PERSON! The more dogs I fostered I wanted to have a better understanding on certain behavior problems I encountered over the years. I always had a knack on how to train dogs, but I wanted to learn more on why we train dogs. So I put myself through school to learn more on the behavior side of dog training by applying to the Animal Behavior College. It was a

Hi, I’m Aden and I’m an Animal Behavior College certified trainer. My home has never been without cats and dogs, and the bonds that I share with them are priceless. I love spending time with animals, so when I am not working you can find me volunteering at local animal shelters or birdwatching! I have experience dealing with all types of canine behaviors and I take a proactive approach to training through positive reinforcement methods. I believe all dogs need structure and enrichment in order to live their happiest life. I am passionate about guiding families to find the perfect solution for them and their pup, with the ultimate goal of creating harmony in the home. I look forward to meeting you and your pet!

ABCDT Certified Trainer, APDT Member, Positive reinforcement

Retrieving Dreams (K-9 Good Behavior Training) Dedicated to ensuring owners and their dogs develop and maintain a quality relationship based on understanding and effective humane communication. Using a gentle training approach, positive reinforcements and teaching the tools to help the owners train their dogs to become a good family member, I believe that the keys to successful training are commitment, consistency, reinforcement and repetition.

Bully Brigade & ALL Training Certified AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy & Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator Puppy Power (10 weeks-11 months)Group Lessons $195.00, Private Lessons $475.00, (1) Private Lesson $90.00 Little Rascals (1-year-old & older) Group Lessons $200.00 Private Lessons $525.00, Private Lesson $100.00 The B.R.I.G.” – Behavior Readjustment Incorporated Gently-(ALL Ages) Consultation $100.00, 2-week session $300.00 5-week sessions $575.00 Effective Pack Leader (recommended for rescue & re-homed dogs) Consultation $100.00, 3 week sessions $250 AMPED Dog Walking Services”Walk This Way” 1 Dog 5 day package, $220.00, 10 day package $310.00 & 20 day package $500.00 “Who Let the Dogs?”- 2 or more dogs in the same household 5 days package $240.00, 10 day package $325.00 20 day package $525.00 Paw Consulting ($35.00 per hour) Designed for individuals & families seriously considering adopting a canine will receive a consultation & go through our 4 step process to ensure the proper canine is selected for the lifestyle of the individual or family & ALL are aware of the responsibilities that come along with being a pet parent. Home Visits Rescues ONLY (Free) Private Lessons ONLY**

My name is Stana Fountain-Yates and my whole life I have always loved animals. When I was four my mother decided to get me my first dog for Christmas and I have always had a love for dogs. I went to Radford University for Advertising and Graphic Design and after four great years I graduated with a B.A in Communication with a Concentration in Advertising in Graphic Design. I spent a lot of time at college volunteering at my local animal shelter. It would just break my heart to see the hundreds of dogs come in. To some these dogs were dumped like trash and not worth keeping, to me they were just different souls with different stories to tell about them. Throughout my life we have always had multiple dogs in the family (Cocker Spaniel, Springer Spaniel, Lab, Border Collie, even Pit Bulls), once I graduated college I wanted to continue volunteering and helping more dogs. I joined Bully Paws Pit Bull Patriots of Fredericksburg, VA. I was welcomed in the group of full force. I have been working with Bully Paws for six years now as as foster parent, event coordinator, and the medical coordinator for the rescue. I bring dogs into my home and with lots of love, training, and socialization I manage to find them homes. I have successfully found homes for over 40 dogs. I’ve dealt with strays, abandoned dogs, sick dogs, puppies, dogs with disabilities, etc. All dog have had different personalities and all with different back stories. The bottom line is they all needed help. Don’t get me wrong I love pit bulls (if you couldn’t tell) but I’m an animal lover and I love all dog and animals in general. I’m a DOG PERSON!