Westminster Maryland’s Most Experienced Dog Training
Westminster has one of the most walkable downtowns in Carroll County — wide sidewalks, Bennett Cerf Dog Park nearby, and Hashawha’s trails just beyond town. Westminster dog owners have every reason to want a dog they can take with them. Lionheart K9 has been making that possible for Carroll County families since 1989.
Every dog is different! Customize a training program to fit your goals!
Since every dog is different, we can create programs that reflect your dog’s emotional and mental needs. Knowing individual breed differences and behaviors that are influenced by age and early influences sets Lionheart K9’s programs apart from other trainers, based on over 40 years of experience, practice and study.
Westminster Maryland’s Only N.A.D.O.I. Certified Dog Trainer
Membership in this organization is not guaranteed, as each applicant undergoes a rigorous evaluation to assess their competence in dog training and their ability to effectively instruct others.
As Westminster Maryland’s only N.A.D.O.I. certified member, Linda is dedicated to helping owners create happy and willing companions that are a pleasure to own. Through the use of proven methods, she can humanely and permanently help owners change their dog’s behavior, allowing them to truly enjoy their dogs and include them as true companions in activities that others can only dream of.
Linda’s expertise in working with puppies and young dogs has gained her international recognition, and she remains committed to studying how dogs learn and maximizing their potential.
We are committed to your progress
Dog and Puppy Training in Westminster Maryland
Meet in person with Linda to focus on the behaviors that matter the most to you and your dogs’ well-being. In-home private dog training lessons in Westminster Maryland assure individual attention on you and your dog. We teach essential skills to dogs and puppies that helps them succeed in your home!
All private training sessions are conducted in your home — because that’s where your dog actually lives, and where real behavioral challenges happen. Linda works directly with you and your dog in your space, on your schedule. Learn more about our private in-home dog training programs.
Have a new puppy? Our Right Start™ Puppy Training program is built around the specific challenges of the first weeks and months — before cute becomes chaos.
Experience – Professionalism – Results
There is no problem too big or too small for Westminster Maryland’s only N.A.D.O.I. certified professional dog trainer. Let us transform your dog from chaotic K9 to mannerly mutt!
Get proven results from the oldest established professional dog trainer in Westminster Maryland.
We believe in what we do, and we work every day to prove it. If your dog isn’t improving, it’s time to find better solutions to your dog’s behavior problems.
Can’t do in-home sessions right now? Virtual dog training gives Westminster residents flexible access to Linda’s 40+ years of expertise on a schedule that works for you.
Here are some of the more common problems our Westminster Maryland Dog Training clients have needed help with!
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Chronic barking
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Pulling on the leash
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Growling or snapping
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Running through doors
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Fearful Behavior
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Housebreaking
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Chronic Chewing
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Separation Anxiety
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Jumping
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“Humping”
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Counter Surfing
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Running Away
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Begging
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Resource Guarding
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“Nipping” or Biting
Lionheart K9 Offers Dog and Puppy Training for Westminster Maryland residents
It’s never too late to teach your dog how to be calm around distractions…
Westminster Maryland has 13 restaurants that welcome dogs. What better way to showcase your hard work by showing off your best friend at the Pub Dog Pizza and DraftHouse on RT 31 , or for a stroll downtown on your way to O’Lordan’s? The biggest compliment we get from owners is they’re so excited to take their dog with them when they go out! You can get the same results!
Tired of getting complaints? Start getting compliments!
Help your dog become the best dog ever
Wouldn’t it be great to be able to have guests without your dog being a nuisance? Wouldn’t you like to take your dog anywhere and not worry about his behavior around other animals or people? We can help you achieve better behavior from your dog than you ever thought possible!
- No More Pulling On Walks
- No More Destructive Behavior
- No More Jumping On Furniture
- No More Stealing
- No More Molesting Your Guests, Kids Or Spouse
- No More Barking
- No More Messes In The House
- No More Door Dashing
- No More Anxiety
- No More Running Away
- No More Resource Guarding
- No More Begging
- No More Counter Surfing
Frequently Asked Questions — Dog Training in Westminster, MD
Do you train dogs in Westminster, Maryland?
Yes. Linda provides private in-home dog training sessions inWestminster and throughout Carroll County. Sessions are scheduled at your home, on your schedule, so training happens in the environment where it matters most.
What happens during a private training session?
Linda works directly with you and your dog in your home. You’ll learn how to read your dog’s behavior, respond effectively, and practice the specific skills your dog needs. You leave each session with clear instructions and support materials to continue between lessons.
My dog is reactive on leash — can you help?
Yes. Leash reactivity toward other dogs or people is one of the most common issues Linda addresses. Private training builds the foundational obedience your dog needs first, and sessions can progress to public locations as your dog advances.
Do you work with puppies in Westminster?
Absolutely. Our Right Start™ Puppy Training program is ideal for Westminster families with a new puppy. Early training prevents the habits that are far harder to undo later.
What if I travel or can't always do in-person sessions?
Virtual dog training is available for any client, anywhere. It’s the same one-on-one coaching Linda provides in person, delivered via video on a schedule that fits your life.
How do I get started?
Call 717-880-4751 or book a free 30-minute consultation at calendly.com/lionheartk9/30min. Linda will talk through your dog’s needs and recommend the right program.
Westminster Maryland’s Leading Dog and Puppy Training Expert
Learn what to do and how to do it the first time, from the only N.A.D.O.I. certified dog trainer in Westminster.
Take the guesswork out of what to do between lessons with our industry leading support and feedback.
Improve your dog’s behavior through our clear, transparent training instruction and support material.
Read what your Westminster Maryland neighbors have to say about their experience!
Gretchen C. writes:
I am so grateful to Linda and Lionheart K9 for the work she/they did with my Australian Shepherd, Koda. They took my head strong and anxious 3 year old herding dog and gave him the language and tools he needed to exist and function happily in our family and home.
Erin B. writes:
I have been taking lessons and group classes with Linda now for about a year. I came to her with a specific goal in mind, which was to be able to show my dog in beginner novice obedience. We have far exceeded my goals and aspirations for my dog thanks to her. My dog and I are thankful for her tremendous amount of knowledge and her guidance both in and out of the show ring.
Darren G. writes:
Finding Lionheart K9 has been a key factor in getting to the next level. Linda’s decades of knowledge have been extremely valuable, over and over again. When I have an oddball situation – Lionheart is my go to resource. Linda has been there, done that, several times. She knows her stuff and is very good at teaching others. Can’t thank or recommend Lionheart enough.
Kyle L. writes:
Over the course of the training, Lady’s behavior and overall demeanor have improved markedly- calmer, more responsive, and probably happier as well. Lionheart K9’s teaching allowed us to build a new relationship with Lady after a difficult start. Linda’s keen intuition about and understanding of dogs brings the training method to life, and I highly recommend Lionheart K9 to anyone serious about understanding and training their dog.
Jen T. writes:
I have had a really great experience training my dog with Linda. Her knowledge on dog behavior is beyond anyone I have ever met and her ability to translate what your dog needs from you is incredible. Thank you for showing us what can be accomplished!
Transform your dog’s behavior!
Contact Westminster Maryland’s most experienced dog trainer today!
Welcome to the world of Lionheart K9, where we don’t just train dogs, we unleash your dog’s potential and transform him into the dog you always wanted! We are Westminster Maryland’s most experienced dog trainers, with a history of delivering exceptional results and an established commitment to customer satisfaction. Lionheart K9 is dedicated to using only effective, humane methods and uses industry recognized best practices to create lasting results you can enjoy throughout your dog’s life. For our first contact to our final lesson and beyond, we will work with you to help solve your dog’s behavior problems and create a relationship you can truly enjoy. Let us help you create a relationship with your dog that you can be proud of, conflict free and mutually rewarding. Contact us today to schedule your free consult and let’s unleash your dog’s potential!