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    Olde Towne School For Dogs

    4.4 (100 reviews)
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    Graduation day

    We have gone for over 12 years for grooming but just did dog training for six weeks w Patrice. Our new dog has high levels of anxiety and the training really helped us.

    Graduation day from the Basic Training course.

    All the staff at OTSFD are friendly, competent and pet oriented- they know what they are talking about and could not be more helpful. Wes was over the top great with our new English cream Golden retriever, Hunter. Lots of insightful ideas, tips and tricks to improve the owner / pet communication and overall working relationship. Highly recommend- Thanks to all over at OTSFD

    Izzy graduating from private lessons!
    Paige S.

    My partner and I began taking our dog Izzy to Old Towne School for Dogs in October of 2020. We began with the puppy head start program, moved into private lessons, and are now doing off leash training. The work we've done with our trainer, Saul, has worked wonders! Saul is an amazing trainer. He's knowledgable, firm, and ensures we feel comfortable using the commands. Also, it helps that our dog absolutely adores him. The price for training can be costly, but for us it's worth it. Our dog is obedient and loves putting in the work. It's also an activity my partner and I enjoy doing together. I also recommend the grooming services at old towne school for dogs! Izzy always comes home smelling and looking good!

    What a lovely pedicure
    Nicole L.

    Grooming: Took my Old English Bulldogge in to have her nails clipped which she HATES. She was fine with the staff. Not only did they clip but they filed the nails. The nail trim has lasted for a month and the nails are still so short, I won't need to take her back for a few more weeks. The best part was that she wasn't afraid and didn't come back traumatized.

    Josey Wales
    Virginia E.

    We are repeat clients and will refer everyone we know to have their dogs trained at OTSFD - especially by Saul Cardona Luciano. Saul has trained both of our dogs. Our first dog, Josey, is described by Saul as an exceptional (and even magical) dog, but only because he made her that way. Our second dog, Cooper, is a high-needs rescue dog that needs a lot of work, and not only did Saul manage to get him trained wonderfully, he is even going above and beyond to make sure that he will be ready for off-leash training later down the road - rearranging his personal life to great lengths! Saul does not only train dogs for a job - he truly enjoys and invests himself completely into his clients (both canine and human alike). There are no written words to describe how exceptional Saul is and OTSFD is very fortunate to have him represent their company.

    Margo G.

    The best boot camp $1500+ bones can buy! Yes, I am a graduate of Alexandria's Olde Towne School For Dogs. How does one come by such an honor, you ask? At 20 weeks, I was evaluated for charm, aptitude, fluff-appeal, character, maturity, and physical fitness. (Okay, fine. It was age and vaccination records, but still they're very selective!) Once selected for a coveted slot in the school, I was assigned my instructor, Kenny Garvey, and began training the following Monday at 7:30am. For two weeks, from 7:30am until 7:00pm, I worked, I slaved, I sweat, and I excelled. I don't mean to brag, but I had the 'sit' thing down in minutes! Soon, 'down,' 'stay,' 'heel,' and 'okay' were old habits. Before the end of the week, I moved into combo's 'down-stay,' 'ready-heel,' and 'sit-okay' as if I was the trainer and he was the 'puppil.' Now here's where the brilliance of my actions came in... At home, I acted as if nothing had changed. As if the whole training thing didn't happen. And, I got away with murder. The first weekend after training, Kenny foiled my plans. He invited my parents to a parent-teacher conference. In front of them, he put me on leash and asked me to walk with him. Now what am I to do? Lose my prize student status? I think not! He says heel, I heel. I walk along next to him with my shoulders in line with his knees at all times. He stops, I stop. He turns, I pivot so as not to trip him. I look up at him as if his next words are gospel. My parents cheer wildly for me. They now know the truth and my leash-pulling days are over. Kenny lets me off leash and says, 'down-stay.' At this point, we're in the middle of Old Town Alexandria and people are whisking past me with yummy smelling things and friendly furry companions in tow (not nearly as well-behaved as I, I might add), and I sit and wait. Mom, Dad, and Kenny walk away and I wait. Finally, Kenny says, 'come' and I go running towards him make an about-face and sit at his left side looking up at him ready to go. The beauty in my step, the conviction in my gait, I am a pro and it shows. The next week, I put some shine on my tricks. By the end of the week, I was ready to graduate Magna Cum Laude. My final task, a 'down-stay' in the middle of the school's store a foot from the treat buffet with puppies jumping all over me. I stayed for 5 minutes without any supervision (that I know of) until I heard the magic word 'okay.' Pomp and circumstance I am a graduate!

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    Ask the Community - Olde Towne School For Dogs

    Do you offer basic obedience group lessons?

    All of our training classes are conducted privately so that our trainers can personalize each lesson to your specific needs!

    Do you guys have availability for a portie at this moment?

    Hi Arailym, please give us a call to find a spot on our schedule. We will try our best to get you in as soon as possible. 703-836-7643

    Do they have experience grooming Portuguese Water Dogs? I have a 1 year old Portuguese Water Dog puppy and am looking for somewhere with experience with this breed.…

    HI Arailym, thanks for reaching out. We are indeed very experienced with that breed. We have over 30 years grooming them and a very large clientele as well. Give us a call at 703-836-7643 and ask Yubi, we'll be more than happy to help you book a… 

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    Review Highlights - Olde Towne School For Dogs

    “An emergency came up with my dog (bloody broken nail, no fault of OTSD) as I was walking up to the store to get him groomed.”

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