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We specialize in crafting balanced companions through structured enrichment, health-focused care, and professional guidance.
Now Accepting New Clients
Rigorous background checks & hands-on evaluations ensure safety and trust.
Detailed wellness reports, medication logs, and nutritional monitoring.
Structured enrichment & mental stimulation designed for working breeds.
Select a category to learn how we can elevate your canine's quality of life.
Expert guidance and experienced care for pets that require more than the ordinary.
We do not train the dog for you. We provide expert guidance on task selection, public access preparation, and ADA compliance for handlers training their own service dogs.
Customized 1-on-1 sessions. We use balanced training (praise & structure) for aggression cases, and positive reinforcement for reactivity and puppies.
Some pets require more than companionship. We provide the professional expertise required for complex needs, specialized routines, and challenging behaviors.
Mental outlets and structured play for high-drive working breeds. Engagement-focused activities designed to fulfill their need for purpose and stimulation.
Water chemistry management for aquariums (up to 125 gallons) and specialized reptile care. Your ecosystem is safe in our knowledgeable hands.
We deconstruct your pet's behavioral profile to understand the nuance of their needs, ensuring continuity of care and training.
We travel to your home for stress-free care. Perfect for reactive pets, senior dogs, or busy owners who value time and comfort.
Service Area: Serving Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, Carroll, Washington (MD), Adams & Franklin (PA), and parts of Loudon (VA).
Check Your LocationFocusing on comfort and familiarity.
We provide Support & Guidance for Owner-Trained dogs. We help you select tasks and prepare for public access, but the handler trains the specific tasks.
We use balanced training methodologies prioritizing safety and structure. We create customized plans to manage the environment and the dog's state of mind.
We primarily serve the greater metropolitan area for in-person consultations, but offer remote video guidance for clients nationwide.
Simply fill out our consultation form. We require a brief phone screening to ensure our methods align with your goals before scheduling an in-person evaluation.
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@the_sharp_k9Serving the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area including Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, Carroll, Washington (MD)
Adams & Franklin (PA) • Parts of Loudoun (VA)