4-Legged Friends - Puppy and Private Dog Training - Hagerstown, MD

Member since Jan 2020

4-Legged Friends offers professional dog training services from puppy to more advanced classes in addition to behavior modification services. We offer group classes that focus on good manners training, AKC Canine Good Citizen prep, tricks, games, rally obedience, canine freestyle as well as agility for fun. We also offer private one-on-one training in the comfort of the client's home as well as at our indoor training facility. In addition we also offer canine massage, vacation pet sitting, and daily dog walking services.

Please contact and book our private dog training services on Petworks. Thank You.

  • Licensed
  • Certified
  • Bonded
  • Insured

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Trainer

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Dog Agility Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification
  • Dog Obedience Training

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Gerbils
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Rabbits

What licensing do you have?

  • Business License

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • Certified Animal Massage Therapist
  • Certified Canine Massage Practitioner (CCMP)
  • Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP)
  • Pat Miller Certified Trainer (PMCT)

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Hagerstown, MD

What year did you begin serving pets?

2007

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Every interaction you have with your pet, training is taking place. Take a good, force-free, positive reinforcement based class to learn how you can make each interaction with your pet have the best outcome.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I love training dogs but most of all I love working with the people at the other end of the leash. I love that I have the opportunity to coach and guide dog owners through the training process as they develop better communication and therefore a stronger bond with their 4-legged best friend.

katie ervin

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BASED IN: Hagerstown, MD
SERVICE AREA: Within 100 miles, including Hagerstown, MD

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Trainer

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Dog Agility Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification
  • Dog Obedience Training

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Gerbils
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Rabbits

What licensing do you have?

  • Business License

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • Certified Animal Massage Therapist
  • Certified Canine Massage Practitioner (CCMP)
  • Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP)
  • Pat Miller Certified Trainer (PMCT)

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Hagerstown, MD

What year did you begin serving pets?

2007

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Every interaction you have with your pet, training is taking place. Take a good, force-free, positive reinforcement based class to learn how you can make each interaction with your pet have the best outcome.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I love training dogs but most of all I love working with the people at the other end of the leash. I love that I have the opportunity to coach and guide dog owners through the training process as they develop better communication and therefore a stronger bond with their 4-legged best friend.

🦔 About Katie Ervin — Certified Dog Trainer in Hagerstown, Maryland


Katie Ervin is a certified dog trainer serving Hagerstown, Washington County, and surrounding areas including Frederick, Chambersburg, Martinsburg, Waynesboro, Greencastle, Boonsboro, Williamsport, Thurmont, Smithsburg, Brunswick, dedicated to helping dogs and their families build lasting, trusting relationships. Using positive, science-based methods tailored to each dog's age, temperament, and specific challenges, Katie makes training effective, enjoyable, and built to last.


❤️ The best dog trainers don't just train dogs — they teach you how to communicate with yours. Katie brings that philosophy to every session, working alongside you and your dog to build trust, consistency, and real, lasting results.


What Katie Can Help With


Obedience & manners — reliable commands and respectful behavior at home and in public. Leash & walking confidence — ending pulling, lunging, and stress on walks. Behavior modification — addressing reactivity, anxiety, fear, and aggression. New dog foundations — building good habits and confidence from the start.


Why Book Katie on PetWorks?


Verified, certified professional with credentials you can trust. Personalized one-on-one sessions — in-home, mobile, or on-site. Force-free, positive reinforcement methods that are humane and proven. A judgment-free approach focused on the wellbeing of both you and your dog. Backed by real reviews from pet parents across Washington County and Frederick, Chambersburg, Martinsburg, Waynesboro, Greencastle, Boonsboro, Williamsport, Thurmont, Smithsburg, Brunswick.


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