Dog Lovers Obedience School

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Dog training services: We offer group training, board and train, and at home training sessions.

Dog Lovers Obedience School offers puppy and adult dog obedience training programs in Richmond, Virginia. Our puppy and dog training classes teach basic and advanced obedience commands, enhance social skills and help build healthy relationships between the dog and the owners. We offer private training sessions for dog behavior modifications. Emily knew from a young age that her passion for dogs would eventually
lead her down a path to dog training. She started out dog walking and pet
sitting for neighbors and family friends. She graduated from the Veterinary
Science program at Hermitage Technical Center and has worked with
breeders, at kennels, and as a veterinary assistant. Emily became a puppy trainer with Canine Companions for Independence
(CCI) a nationally recognized service dog placement organization.

10/15/2026

Bailey’s progress is something to celebrate! From building reliable recall and better leash manners to earning more freedom, it’s amazing to see what consistent training can accomplish.

Thank you, Lillian, for trusting Dog Lovers to be part of Bailey’s journey! We’re so happy to see the progress you’ve made together.

10/08/2026

Wondering how many class sessions you have left? Here’s how to check!

You can view your past bookings anytime through your client portal and keep track of how many classes you’ve used.

Need your portal link? Check one of your previous booking emails.
Can’t find it? Send us a message and we can resend it!

10/06/2026

Enrichment doesn’t always have to mean expensive toys or fancy equipment!

You can turn everyday household items into opportunities for your dog to explore, problem-solve, sniff, and engage their brain. Think boxes, hampers, laundry baskets, paper bags, crate trays, baby gates, bubble wrap, and more!

The best part? You may already have everything you need!

10/02/2026

We’re offering 15% off select collars, leashes & martingale collars, plus selling a variety of training equipment, enrichment items, furniture, and other school supplies that we no longer need.

There are lots of great finds at school-clearance prices, and many items are limited quantity, so once they’re gone, they’re gone!

📩 Interested in something? Send us a message to claim it or ask about availability!

09/30/2026

We’re excited to invite our past and current clients to one last playgroup at our Gaskins Rd. location before we begin our next chapter! Come spend the afternoon with the DLOS community, let the dogs play, and help us celebrate all the memories we’ve made here over the years.

📅 Sunday, November 22 | 12–4 PM 🐶 Open to past & current DLOS clients 🤩 Owners stay and socialize

Let’s give our Gaskins location the last hurrah it deserves!

09/23/2026

Training isn’t just about correcting unwanted behavior. It’s about catching and rewarding the good stuff, too! When your dog is calm, checks in with you, walks nicely, or waits patiently, those are all opportunities to reinforce the behaviors you want to see more of.

09/21/2026

Junie’s story is a great reminder that the right training can give dogs (and their owners) the confidence and freedom to enjoy more of life together🥰

Thank you, Julia, for trusting DLOS and sharing how far you and Junie have come!

09/16/2026

We wanted to clear up some confusion about what Dog Lovers will still be offering in 2027! 🐾 While our Gaskins Rd. facility is closing, Dog Lovers is not closing. We will continue offering many of the services you know and love, with some exciting new opportunities ahead.

Check out the post to see what services will be available in 2027, and as always, message us with any questions!

09/14/2026

Big changes are coming! After many wonderful years, we’ll be closing our physical training facility on Gaskins Rd. and beginning an exciting new chapter for Dog Lovers.

As part of this transition, our group classes and half-day training programs will come to an end. We’ll continue offering the trusted services you know and love, including private training and board & train programs, with exciting new opportunities coming next spring.

If you have remaining group classes from a pre-purchased package, please use your remaining sessions by November 30. If you have any questions, we’re happy to help.

While the way we deliver our services is evolving, our commitment to helping dogs and their families succeed remains the same.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey. We can’t wait for what’s next!

08/29/2026

“Wait” is more than just a command. It’s a safety skill.

Teaching your dog to wait can help prevent them from rushing through doors, gates, or crates and can help keep them out of dangerous situations.

“Wait” teaches your dog to pause and follow your direction instead of automatically rushing forward. Your dog doesn’t necessarily need to sit. The goal is for them to pause until you give them permission to move forward.

One of the easiest ways to start? Teach your dog to calmly wait before exiting their crate. From there, you can practice at doors, gates, and other thresholds. A simple skill that can make a BIG difference.

Address

1127 Gaskins Road
Richmond, VA
23238

Website

http://www.dogloversobedienceschool.com/

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