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TLD Mission Statement:

Re-Defining your relationship with your dog through a wholistic approach to training, welfare-centered care, and an emphasis on owner empowerment!



About Me

Hi, I’m Emily! My passion for animal welfare and training began with horses at a young age. When personal medical struggles hindered my equestrian career, I dove my heart & soul into dogs. Becoming a Service Dog handler in my early teens solidified the trajectory of my life! After working at a large-scale kennel in high school– handling everything from nervous mini-doodles to bomb-sniffing malinois– I graduated early to pursue Animal Behavior College and a training apprenticeship with a local K9 Training facility. I was blessed to spend years apprenticing under various mentors & training for Dog Sports while professionally training all breeds, sizes, temperaments, and issues. Through years of facility management and training hundreds of dogs, I developed four very strong beliefs:

  • One-Size-Fits-All, lengthy Board & Train programs are not my style
  • A “trained” dog is nothing without an educated & empowered owner
  • Training sticks longer when dogs practice in environments that simulate their home life
  • A calm, confident, collected mindset is more valuable than commands

These four beliefs lead me to launching The Logical Dog℠. My mission is to provide life-changing positive experiences for dogs, education for owners that resonates, and training that truly makes sense to EVERYONE involved.

If you find yourself today at the very place I began years ago, yearning for reliable communication and an unshakeable team bond with your dog, let’s get training!



Specialties:

  • Service Dog Development
  • Therapy Dog Team Coaching
  • Guided Socialization/Play Skills
  • Grow-With-Me Puppy Raising
  • Cooperative Grooming Training
  • Adventure/Travel Companion Training
  • AKC Testing: CGC & Tricks
  • Sport-Specific Coaching
  • Fear & Hyper-Arousal Behavior Modification
  • Canine Nutrition Consulting Services *coming soon!*

I subscribe to a flexible and holistic methodology, not determined by tool usage. My priority is building dogs that make “good” choices without long-term micromanagement, and truly enjoy preforming skills at their owner’s direction!



Programs & Pricing:

As far as training programs go, everything is ENTIRELY customized to you. No one-size-fits-all here! I offer a mix of:

  • Overnight Training Camps (Board & Train)
  • Day School (pick up & drop off available)
  • Individual Coaching (your home/public location)
  • Group Training Meet-Ups (schedule on Facebook)

Your training plan is built custom to you, and determined by:

  • Your dog handling experience/skill set
  • Dog’s temperament, genetics, and needs
  • Family dynamic & Home life schedule
  • Your Budget
  • Goals and Timeline

Yes, I barter services! Let’s connect via text (681) 446-5095 or email TheLogicalDogs@gmail.com



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Location

Frederick MD | Mount Airy MD | Westminster MD | Shepherdstown WV | Eldersburg MD | Martinsburg MD | Ranson WV | Sharpsburg MD

Hours

Monday – Saturday

8am – 5pm by appointment only

Contact

TheLogicalDogs@gmail.com

(681) 446-5095

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