Dog Training Services in Howard & Montgomery Counties, MD

Puppy Foundations

$349 · 3 sessions

For puppies about 8 weeks to 6 months · three 60-minute sessions

For new puppy owners who want help with potty training, crate training, nipping, chewing, socialization, and the first foundational cues.

Personalized puppy routine and training plan
Written notes and homework after each session
Email support between sessions

Want more time? 4-session package: $449

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Everyday Manners

$449 · 4 sessions

Dogs of any age · four 60-minute private sessions

Practical, real-life skills that make daily life with your dog easier and more enjoyable.

Loose-leash walking, recall, stay, place, leave it, and polite greetings
Individualized written training plan
Session notes and homework
Email support between lessons

Additional lesson after your package: $115

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Behavior Support

$175 · initial assessment

75–90 minutes · required before behavior follow-ups

A thoughtful, step-by-step plan for dogs who feel worried, frustrated, or reactive—including leash reactivity, fear, and excessive barking.

Detailed history and behavior assessment
Initial management and safety recommendations
Written training plan and recommended next steps

Follow-up sessions (about 60 minutes): $125 each or 3 for $345

Severe aggression or fear may call for a veterinary behaviorist. If your dog needs specialized care, we’ll help you find the right professional.

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Single In-Home Lesson

$125 · per 60-minute visit

Help with a specific problem, no package required

Training happens where the problems happen—in your home and neighborhood.

Front-door manners and guest greetings
Household routines and boundaries
Neighborhood leash-walking practice
Written take-home recommendations

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At a glance

Pricing Summary

Service	Price
Free consult (15 minutes, phone or video)	$0
Puppy Foundations — 3 sessions	$349
Puppy Foundations — 4 sessions	$449
Everyday Manners — 4 sessions	$449
Behavior assessment (75–90 minutes)	$175
Behavior follow-up session	$125
Behavior follow-up package — 3 sessions	$345
Single in-home lesson (60 minutes)	$125
Additional lesson after a package	$115
Virtual coaching (45–60 minutes)	$75

All sessions are private, one-on-one training. Payment by Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle, due before your appointment. Packages expire six months from purchase, with reasonable extensions for illness, emergencies, or trainer-caused delays. Travel fees, if any, are listed below and confirmed before you book. See our cancellation, rescheduling & refund policy.

Service area

Service Area & Travel Fees

Mountain Strong Dog Training is based in Clarksville, Maryland, and serves clients throughout nearby communities in Howard County and surrounding areas. Our travel policy is simple:

$0Standard service areaUp to 40 miles round trip

$35Extended service areaPer visit · more than 40 and up to 60 miles round trip

AskBeyond 60 miles round tripVirtual coaching or a custom travel quote

How travel fees work

Distance is the total round-trip driving distance from our designated starting point in Clarksville, measured the same way for every client.
Travel fees apply to each in-person appointment, including sessions in a training package.
Your travel fee is always confirmed before booking, so you know the total cost in advance.
Availability for extended-distance appointments may vary based on scheduling and location.

What to expect

Every Program Includes

A free 15-minute phone or video consult before you commit
A written training plan with clear, achievable goals
Session notes and homework after every lesson
Email support for quick training questions between sessions

Not sure where to start?

Book a free consult. We’ll talk about your dog, your goals, and your schedule, then recommend the best fit—even if that turns out to be a referral elsewhere.

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