Old Line Canine Services

06/02/2026

Dog-to-dog reactivity within the same household can be one of the most challenging behavior issues to address.

When tension begins to build between dogs that live together, the relationship can deteriorate quickly. The longer the conflict continues, the harder it becomes to rebuild trust and create a peaceful home environment.

For years, Penny the French Bulldog enjoyed life as an only dog. So when Alfie, an 8-week-old Golden Retriever puppy, joined the family, she wasn't exactly thrilled about the new roommate.

From day one, Penny made it clear that she wanted nothing to do with Alfie, and her intentions toward him were serious. This wasn't a situation that was going to improve on its own.

Successfully helping these dogs coexist required a structured plan that included separation when needed, supervised interactions, parallel walks, clear boundaries, proper management tools, crate training, muzzle conditioning, pack walks, and careful monitoring of every stage of their relationship.
Most importantly, it required consistency and patience from their owners.

The good news? With the right guidance and commitment, progress can happen faster than many people expect.

Just a few weeks later, Penny and Alfie are learning how to share their home, relax around one another, and build the foundation for a healthy relationship.

Every dog relationship is different, but this is a great reminder that early intervention and proper training can make all the difference.
Swipe to see Penny and Alfie's progress! 🐾

05/28/2026

Dog Training taught by a professional dog trainer AND instructor. Because training the dog is only half of the equation.

Private pet training and professional K9 and working dog services.

05/27/2026

Summer time is here! That means camping, swimming, and trips to the beach. It also means opportunities for your pup to explore the world with you. Give them access to the freedom that they crave with reliable off-leash training!

Ask about our off-leash training packages. Payment plans and financing now available!

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☎️443-252-5968

05/18/2026

50% discount on 3 in-home training sessions to anyone who adopts Inky!

05/13/2026

The puppy stage is where lifelong habits are built.

Proper puppy development isn’t just about teaching “sit” and “down”, it’s about building confidence, engagement, impulse control, and clear communication before bad habits ever begin.

The right exposure to new environments, sounds, people, and situations during early development can have a massive impact on how your dog handles the world later in life.

Our Puppy Foundation Program focuses on:
• Crate training
• Environmental exposure
• Structure & routine
• Engagement with the owner
• Marker understanding
• Impulse control foundations

A well-developed puppy grows into a more confident, stable, and enjoyable family dog.

The earlier you build the foundation, the easier everything becomes later.

📍 In-home private sessions
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📞 443-252-5968

05/07/2026

In a crowded market of quality dog trainers, I don't offer volume training or shortcuts.

That’s why at Old Line Canine Services I only offer private, in-home training backed by real world experience with nearly 20 years of proven results.

Your dog learns in your environment, with your routines, and around your real-life distractions.

Whether you just brought home a rescue, adopted a new dog, or you’re dealing with more serious behavioral issues, I build a plan specifically for your situation, not a one-size-fits-all program.

I also work with dogs that many trainers won’t take on ➡️ reactive, anxious, and aggressive cases that need more than basic obedience or group classes.

With nearly 20 years of experience, including a background in police and military K9 training with multiple deployments and multiple nationally recognized certifications as both a TRAINER and INSTRUCTOR I don’t just train your dog, I teach you how to handle them with clarity and confidence.

If you’re looking for real, lasting results—NOT quick fixes or cookie-cutter programs—THIS is where that starts.

04/29/2026

This is Leroy, a 5 year old Cane Corso. Leroy is on a first name basis with Animal Control and has bit 3 different people. He has severe reactivity to people and dogs. After 5 weeks of training, Leroy is gaining confidence and his reactivity is going down significantly. Leroy is able to walk past myself and Mojo without so much as minor correction. We still have some work to do but Leroy is progressing nicely.

💻 www.oldlinek9.com
☎️ 443-252-5968

04/09/2026

Your dog doesn’t have an obedience problem, they have a communication problem!

01/26/2026

Great dog training isn't about flawless sits, flashy commands, or Instagram-perfect obedience. It's about learning how to live with your dog. How to communicate clearly, set fair boundaries, and build trust that actually works in real life.

At Old Line Canine Services we focus on

- Everyday manners
- Clear communication
- Confidence for both the dog *and* the owner
- Skills you'll use at home and in public

A well-trained dog isn't defined by tricks; its defined by a strong relationship built on engagement.

Start with the basics. Build something that lasts.

💻 www.oldlinek9.com
☎️ 443-252-5968
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01/15/2026

For all my Working Dog clients -

As an instructor, one of the most common barriers to progress has little to do with the dogs. It’s the mindset of a training group.

Most people are working in a group or with a couple of friends/teammates they are comfortable with, or helped them get started. The people are capable, the training feels solid, and early success reinforces the belief that what you’re learning is not just effective, but complete.

Alternative training ideas are often dismissed, not because they’ve been evaluated, but because they fall outside the familiar way of training. This isn’t intentional. Over time, this fails not only the growth of a dog that may need a different approach, but the entire training group. The problem is rarely the dog. It’s the inability to step outside one training model. Handlers work with the same people, hear the same language, and solve problems the same way.

Exposure to other teams and instructors isn’t about replacing one training methodology with another. It’s about expanding your toolbox. Seeing how others conduct training and address challenges reveals both strengths and blind spots. Growth does not occur in your comfort zone. Without broader experience, it’s easy to overestimate how effective and efficient your training is.

No one is exempt. Competent groups still have limits. One warning sign I consistently address is the whole idea of, "but this has always worked, and the dogs just figure it out". When I hit this type of pushback, my first thought is typically, okay, but exactly WHAT is the dog figuring out? Could we have done it faster with less errors?

Attend seminars. Train with people who challenge your assumptions. If this isn’t supported, do it anyway. Developing your own skills doesn’t require unanimous agreement. It may lead to conflicts within your training group though. The goal isn’t to be right. It’s to be better at the game you want to play. For the dog. And for the people relying on you when the margin for error is thin, no matter the detection discipline you are in.

I say this often, dogs are the easy part.

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To learn more about the why of behavior, check out our chicken workshops! https://www.k9sensus.org/chickenworkshops