Force Free DC

Thank you for choosing Force Free DC Dog Training and Behavior Consulting!


To schedule a private training service, specialty consultations, or training walks, please book a Virtual Meet and Greet with a trainer and complete the following intake form.

To schedule a Weekend Warrior Workshop, please complete the intake form when you select the class you'd like to participate in.


Please email info@forcefreedc.com or schedule a Free Dog Training Service Q&A with any questions!

    • Free Dog Training Service Q&A

      15 minutes

      We have a lot of specialty services to choose from! Book this appointment if you have any questions regarding Force Free DC's different service types.

    Dog Training Private Lessons

    • Virtual Meet and Greet: Private Training Lessons

      30 minutes

      Please pick a time to schedule a virtual meet and greet with your trainer. During this meet and greet, we'll learn more about you and the dog, develop a training and management plan, and get in-person lessons on the schedule!

    Specialty Consultations

    • Virtual Meet and Greet: Aggression Consultation

      30 minutes

      Please pick a time to schedule a virtual meet and greet with your trainer. During this meet and greet, we'll learn more about you and the dog, develop a training and management plan, and get in-person lessons on the schedule!

    • Virtual Meet and Greet: New Puppy Consultation

      30 minutes

      Please pick a time to schedule a virtual meet and greet with your trainer. During this meet and greet, we'll learn more about you and the dog, develop a training and management plan, and get in-person lessons on the schedule!

    • Virtual Meet and Greet: AKC CGC Evaluation

      15 minutes

      Please pick a time to schedule a virtual meet and greet with your trainer. During this meet and greet, our AKC CGC Evaluator will go over the criteria for the evaluation, and schedule a time and place to take the test!

    Training Walks and Enrichment Visits

    • Virtual Meet and Greet: Enrichment Visits

      15 minutes

      Please pick a time to schedule a virtual meet and greet with your trainer. During this meet and greet, we'll learn more about you and the dog, get access instructions for your home, and get Enrichment Visits on the schedule!

    • Virtual Meet and Greet: Training Walks

      30 minutes

      Please pick a time to schedule a virtual meet and greet with your trainer. During this meet and greet, we'll learn more about you and the dog, develop a training and management plan, get access instructions for your home, and get Traini ...

    Weekend Warrior Workshops

    • Free Virtual Q&A: Weekend Warrior Workshops

      15 minutes

      Have questions about the curriculum, schedule, or expectations of our Weekend Warrior Workshops? Book a free virtual Q&A with our class instructor!

    • Puppy Social Hour

      1 hour @ $40.00

      Come join your puppy for a fun and educational filled Social Hour! During this hour, puppies get plenty of time to play with the other puppies, and be introduced to multiple new and exciting stimuli in a safe and secure environment. Mea ...

    • BMLS 101: Clicker Training Concepts and Foundational Skills

      1 hour @ $25.00

      *THIS IS A VIRTUAL CLASS* Basic Manners and Life Skills 101: Are you new to the world of dog training? Maybe you're an experienced dog guardian looking to learn more about using a marker? Either way, this class is a perfect introduction ...

    • BMLS 102: Clicker Training Practicalities and Basic Behaviors

      1 hour @ $50.00

      Basic Manners and Life Skills 102: This class is the next step when learning about using markers! In this class, we focus on teaching basic behaviors such as name recognition, sit, down, and touch. Competition of BMLS 101 is recommend ...

    • BMLS 103: Impulse Control Concepts and Exercises

      1 hour @ $50.00

      Basic Manners and Life Skills 103: This class is all about self-control! We'll work on teaching your dog impulse control skills like Leave It, Drop It, Trade, Wait, and Stay! Completion of preceding BMLS classes are recommended but no ...

    • BMLS 104: Introduction to Loose Leash Walking

      1 hour @ $50.00

      Basic Manners and Life Skills 104: This class focuses on loose leash manners, plain and simple! We'll discuss and train how to encourage our dogs how to walk with a loose leash, not to lunge at triggers, and engage with us during the ...

    • AMCS 201: Building a Reliable Recall

      1 hour @ $50.00

      Advanced Manners and City Skills 201: This class focuses solely on recall and coming when called. We'll work on finding what your dog responds to, developing a reliable verbal cue, and adding distance and distraction. Completion of pr ...

    • AMCS 202: Relaxation and Settling

      1 hour @ $50.00

      Advanced Manners and City Skills 202: Does your dog need help relaxing and settling in certain situations? This class will help you help your dog actually settle, without shutting down. We'll work through different situations and scenar ...

    • AKC CGC Preparation

      1 hour @ $50.00

      AKC CGC Prep is a great way to get started with your Canine Good Citizen journey! In this class, we'll go over the criteria needed for the evaluation, and start working on the test items your pup needs help with! We can also take a prac ...