757-301-1161
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Freak On A Leash | Portsmouth, VA

Freak On A Leash offers expert dog training services in the neighborhoods of Old Towne · Sterling Point · River Point/ West Norfolk · Park Manor/ Simonsdale · Academy Park. Our certified, professional team ensures high-quality and efficient behavior modification and manners solutions for your dog training needs.

Monday:  9 AM–8 PM

Tuesday: 9 AM–7 PM

Wednesday: 9 AM–8 PM

Thursday: 9 AM–8 PM

Friday: 9 AM–5 PM

Saturday: 10 AM–4 PM

Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM

Freak On A Leash Dog Training in Portsmouth, VA

Feel free to give us a call or send us an email with your questions or comments. We would love to hear from you!

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Dog Training Specialists That Care

Our behavior dog trainers in Portsmouth have you and your pet’s best interest in mind!

Our goal is to teach you to live in harmony without conflict and competition. From puppy training  and group classes to behavior modification for problems like stress, fear, anxiety and aggression our team can successfully navigate your dog’s behavior issues for a better outcome for your family.

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We offer group classes and private in home dog training sessions for dog owners in your area. Sign up for classes or make an appointment with one of our professional dog trainers today!

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Directions from Old Towne · Sterling Point · River Point/ West Norfolk · Park Manor/ Simonsdale · Academy Park

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Old Towne, Portsmouth VA 23704

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Sterling Point, Portsmouth VA 23703

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River Point, Portsmouth VA 23707

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Park Manor, Portsmouth VA 23704

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Academy Avenue, Portsmouth VA 23701

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Top Rated Dog Training Company

We come highly recommended by veterinarians and our customers in Virginia Beach know our programs address the whole dog, including wellness, your dog’s natural needs and emotions. You and your dog living together in a healthy relationship without stress is what we strive for, rather than robotic obedience gained through fear and intimidation. You will be amazed by the weekly progress we can make together using science and our holistic approach to dog training. 

Training Programs in Portsmouth, VA

Our training courses are created with your individual dog and your unique family dynamics in mind. Positive reinforcement training, outlets for your dog’s genetic make-up, and appropriate management strategies will make it easy for you and your dog to succeed in your training goals. Our trainers can’t wait to show you the relationship that is possible between you and your dog with welfare-based training. What are you waiting for? Let us help your dog become the companion you have been longing for!

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Basic Obedience or Behavioral Training?

From obedience training to learning how to train for behavioral challenges our expert team of professional dog trainers in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads can help. Freak On A Leash is highly recommended by veterinarians and behaviorists. Our clients recommend us to their family and friends on a regular basis for all dog training services. We provide the best learning experience for dog owners and their pets. Behavior consultants that want to help with problem behaviors like barking, jumping, biting, nipping and growling. We don’t just teach your dog, we teach you how to problem solve and use rewards and positive reinforcement for even the biggest behavior problems. Your dog is pulling on leash? Biting you or your spouse? Let us help train your dog. 

Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to get in touch with you?

You can call us at 757-301-1161 or email info@freakonaleashdogtraining.com

Where are you located?

Our facility is located at 2536 Centerville Turnpike S, Chesapeake VA 23322

Our trainers offer in home visits in Portsmouth and surrounding area.

When are you available? 

You can see our group class offerings in the event calendar.

Please call us to find out availability for in home training and our other services.

What forms of payments do you accept?

We accept all major credit cards

What makes you different from other trainers in the area? 

We are committed to using only the most up to date training methods based on behavior science, which are found to be most effective and efficient in all animal learning. We will coach you and your dog with compassion, empathy and kindness using reward based training and guided by the principles of least intrusive, minimally aversive (LIMA) in all of our techniques. You can have a well-behaved dog without harsh training methods. Let us show you how!

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We can help bring out the best in your dog!

Freak On A Leash dog trainers are experts in using positive reinforcement techniques. Let us help bring calm into your chaos.