Apex K9

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 30 reviews

Fairfax, Virginia

Basic Obedience & MannersDog Sports & EnrichmentPuppy Training & Socialization

Fairfax, Virginia

Overview

FormatScent work and obedience lessons based in Fairfax, serving the DC metro; no public street address

About Apex K9

Scent work and training based in Fairfax

Apex K9 offers scentwork instruction and dog training services located in Fairfax, Virginia, serving Northern Virginia and the surrounding counties of the Washington DC metro area.

What it teaches

The site lists group or individual lessons and travel classes in scentwork (nose work), tracking, basic obedience, engagement and tricks, plus customized programs for puppies and dogs of any age, breed or mix. It presents scent work as an enriching activity built on a natural behavior dogs already enjoy, and a way for owners to bond with their dog.

Puppies and basic manners

For younger dogs, a Puppy Basics program covers house manners, obedience, crate training and socialization. Basic obedience is described as customized to each dog's needs.

What to ask

Ask whether a scent work class or private lessons suit your dog better, where classes meet, and whether the trainer travels to you.

What they can help with

Scent work

Tracking

Obedience ↗

Sit, stay, recall and reliable commands, from beginner to advanced.

Puppy training ↗

Early socialization, house-training and first manners for young dogs.

Tricks

Fun trick training that builds focus, engagement and bond.

Group classes

Train alongside other dogs to build focus around distractions.

Private lessons

One-on-one sessions tailored to your dog's specific goals.

Reviews

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 30 reviews · Google

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Helpful guides

GuidePuppy TrainingHouse-training, socialization, and manners in the first months — when habits form fastest.Read the guide →GuideIn-Home TrainingWhen private, in-home training beats a class — and what a session looks like.Read the guide →GuideObedience TrainingWhat basic and advanced obedience cover, what it costs, and how to choose a class.Read the guide →

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Apex K9 — 5.0★ (30 reviews), Fairfax Dog Trainer