Business Details
10 Years
experience
Expert Dog Training & Boarding Services in Northern Virginia
Ridgeside K9 is a veteran-owned business dedicated to transforming the relationship between dogs and their owners through advanced obedience training and personalized programs. Our team includes active and retired police K9 trainers and military veterans with extensive experience in dog behavior and training. We evaluate each dog and owner to create customized training packages using marker training, free shaping, and classical and operant conditioning. Our mission is to provide veterans and law enforcement officers with employment and entrepreneurial opportunities while delivering measurable, reliable obedience results. With over 20 years of combined experience, we specialize in basic and advanced obedience, puppy training, aggression rehabilitation, and service dog preparation.Our state-of-the-art facilities offer boarding, daycare, and group classes, ensuring a secure environment for socialization and activity. We pride ourselves on a client-centric approach, focusing on communication and clarity to achieve life-lasting results. Our success stories include thousands of happy customers and 5-star reviews, reflecting our commitment to excellence. We serve Northern Virginia, the DC Metro area, and surrounding regions, with expansion across 12 locations nationwide. Ridgeside K9 remains a leader in dog training, combining military precision with compassionate care to develop confident, obedient pets.
Services
Board and Train
Doggie Daycare
Puppy Training
Aggression Rehab
Obedience Training
Service Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Deaf Dog Training
Group Classes
Adventure Training
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in dog training and behavior modification.
- Our team includes certified trainers and military veterans with specialized expertise.
- Veteran-owned business committed to community and professional standards.
- Customized training programs tailored to each dog's unique needs and goals.
- 5-star rated with thousands of satisfied customers and proven results.
What people say
5 stars
Awesome training
Calmer, obedient dog
Highly recommend
Professional trainers
Services
Board and Train
Our Board and Train program offers intensive, personalized dog training in a structured environment. Dogs receive one-on-one attention from certified trainers specializing in obedience, behavior modification, and socialization. This program ensures measurable results for improved control and communication between pets and owners.
Doggie Daycare
Ridgeside K9's Doggie Daycare provides a safe, engaging environment for dogs to socialize and exercise while owners are away. Our state-of-the-art facility promotes physical activity and mental stimulation, ensuring pets remain happy and well-adjusted throughout the day.
Puppy Training
Our Puppy Training focuses on early socialization, basic obedience, and behavior shaping for young dogs. Certified trainers use positive reinforcement techniques to establish foundational skills, ensuring puppies develop into well-mannered, confident companions.
Aggression Rehab
Aggression Rehab addresses problematic behaviors in dogs through specialized behavior modification techniques. Our trainers evaluate underlying causes and implement tailored strategies to reduce aggression, fostering safer, more harmonious interactions with people and other animals.
Obedience Training
Obedience Training at Ridgeside K9 covers basic to advanced commands, leash control, and household manners. Programs are customized to each dog's learning pace, ensuring reliable responses to owner instructions in various real-world scenarios.
People
Aaron Taylor
Owner
A 100% combat-disabled Marine Corps veteran with 15 years in law enforcement, Aaron founded Ridgeside K9 in 2016. He combines military precision with dog training expertise to lead a nationwide network of veteran-owned locations.
Questions
What dog training services do you offer?
We offer Board and Train, obedience training, puppy training, aggression rehab, service dog training, and group classes.
Do you provide boarding services?
Yes, our Board and Train program includes structured training and boarding in a safe environment.
Are your trainers certified?
Yes, our team includes certified trainers with military, police K9, and advanced dog behavior expertise.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Northern Virginia, DC Metro, Maryland, and have locations nationwide.
Is financing available for training programs?
Yes, we offer financing options to make our services accessible. Apply through our website.
Can you help with aggressive dog behavior?
Yes, our aggression rehab program uses specialized behavior modification techniques for lasting results.
