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PAW IN HAND

"Giving Dogs A Helping Hand One Paw At A Time!"

Paw in Hand does pet training, service dog training, therapy dog training, puppy training and behavior modification.
Paw in Hand is home to a multi-Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Associate Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Licensed Veterinary Technician, & Certified Professional Dog Groomer!

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We serve Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Haymarket, Winchester, Leesburg, Centreville, Chantilly, Reston, Vienna, Sterling, Ashburn, Virginia Harpers Ferry, Martinsburg, Charles Town, West Virginia. Brunswick, Middletown, Boonsboro, Maryland.

Our training program is widely recognized and recommended by trainers, veterinarians, and groomers from all over the country!

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Our Services

what can we do for you?

We offer various obedience classes, puppy classes, CGC/TDI testing, therapy, and service dog training.
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​We also offer behavior modification for all types of aggression, food/item guarding, and separation anxiety.

  • Private Training

  • Group Classes

  • Puppy Classes

  • ​In-Home training

  • Aggression Rehab

  • CGC Testing & Classes

  • TDI Testing & Classes

“Melissa is an awesome trainer. Our dog is changed completely for the better.”

— Jennifer

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