About Instinct Dog Behavior & Training Washington DC

Behavior-focused training in Washington, DC

Instinct Washington, D.C. is the local office of Instinct Dog Behavior & Training, whose locations are each locally owned and operated. It welcomes dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavior challenges, from puppyhood to fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression, and the first step is a kickoff consultation or free discovery call.

Method

Instinct's approach, Nature-Driven Nurture, is described as rooted in behavioral health science: owners complete a Nature/Nurture Assessment, then build environments, routines, relationships, and learning experiences that fit the dog's personality and innate drives. Training is described as practical and positive.

Programs

Instinct's program menu includes Private Coaching with a trainer or behavior consultant, Camp + Coaching (positive reinforcement board and train), Puppy Camp + Coaching for puppies 9 to 20 weeks who live with a professional puppy raiser, Home School + Coaching day training, and group learning such as puppy development classes. Programs come with lifetime alumni support, including group classes and bi-weekly Zoom sessions.

What to ask

Ask which programs the DC team runs locally, who the DC trainers are, and how pricing works.