Prep Your Pup Training Academy - Private Puppy Training - Lovettsville, VA
Prep Your Pup Training Academy provides foundational Puppy Training in a board and train setting. *PLEASE NOTE- WE CAN ONLY TAKE YOUNG PUPPIES DIRECTLY FROM BREEDER OR RESCUE IN ORDER TO SAFEGUARD OUR BIOSECURITY FOR THESE YOUNG, UNVACCINATED PUPPIES. Your trainer will welcome your puppy into their home for the length of time that you choose, between 2 and 10 weeks. Transportation is included to and from the breeder and to you at the end of training within two hours your trainer’s home. We have trainers in VA, WV, MD, PA, MA and CO. While at training your puppy will work on crate training, socialization, good manners, potty training, basic commands and leash work. Your puppy will be kept up to date with vet appointments, vaccines and preventative care while with us. You will be given updates often, see pictures and videos, and will be given the tools needed to continue with training after your puppy is home with you. Give us a call for more information, we can't wait to hear from you! PREP = Preparing Respectful Enriched Puppies. Please book our private puppy training sessions on Petworks. Thank you.
- Certified
- Insured
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Obedience Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
Education
I am a certified dog trainer through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers. CCPDT-KA
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Our trainers are located in VA, MD, PA, WV, MA and CO. We have trained puppies from all across the United States as well as overseas. We will help facilitate your puppy's transportation home to you.
What year did you begin serving pets?
2017
How did you hone your craft?
Classes, apprenticeship, life skills, profession experience, continuing education.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
It is more effective to ask a dog to do something and not to do something.
SERVICE AREA: Within 1000 miles, including Our trainers are located in VA, MD, PA, WV, MA and CO. We have trained puppies from all across the United States as well as overseas. We will help facilitate your puppy's transportation home to you.
Distinction
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Obedience Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
Education
I am a certified dog trainer through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers. CCPDT-KA
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Our trainers are located in VA, MD, PA, WV, MA and CO. We have trained puppies from all across the United States as well as overseas. We will help facilitate your puppy's transportation home to you.
What year did you begin serving pets?
2017
How did you hone your craft?
Classes, apprenticeship, life skills, profession experience, continuing education.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
It is more effective to ask a dog to do something and not to do something.
🐾 About Julie Bastis – Expert Mobile Dog Trainer based in Lovettsville, VA
Julie is a trusted professional dog trainer in Lovettsville, VA, dedicated to helping dogs and their families build lasting, trusting relationships. With years of hands-on experience working with dogs of all sizes...from playful puppies to seasoned seniors, Julie Bastis uses positive, effective, science-informed techniques to make training enjoyable, rewarding, and results-driven for you and your dog.
🏙️ Personalized Training Right at Your Home
Living in a busy urban or suburban environment can bring unique challenges for dogs - distractions, new neighbors, and varying routines. Julie Bastis’s canine training services bring expert guidance directly to your door, providing flexible schedules, personalized attention, and safe, fun walks and training sessions for dogs of all energy levels.
🐶 Obedience & Manners – Teaching reliable commands and respectful behavior
📏 Leash & Walking Confidence – Ending pulling, lunging, and stress during walks
🧠 Behavior Modification – Addressing fear, anxiety, reactivity, or unwanted behaviors
🐾 Puppy Foundations - Socialization and good habit development from the start
❤️ Transforming Your Dog’s Life - and Yours
Training is about more than obedience. It’s about connection, trust, and confidence. When your dog understands expectations and communicates clearly, everyday life becomes calmer and more joyful. Imagine stress-free walks, confident greetings at home, and a deeper bond built on love, patience, and understanding. Julie Bastis is dedicated to helping you and your dog experience this transformation.
📘 Training Tools & Techniques
Julie Bastis uses customized, positive methods tailored to each dog’s needs:
🎯 Clicker or reward-based reinforcement
🦴 Treats, toys, and praise for motivation
🐾 Safe harnesses and leashes for structured practice
🧠 Behavior plans focused on sustainable, long-term results
These techniques strengthen good habits, reduce problem behaviors, and make training fun for your dog.
📌 Book a Session With Julie Bastis Today
Ready to see lasting results with your dog? Book a virtual or mobile dog training session with Julie Bastis in Lovettsville, Loudoun County, Purcellville, Leesburg, Ashburn, Reston, Sterling, Herndon, Germantown, Gaithersburg, Frederick, Rockville, VA at your convenience.
Whether you’re tackling basic obedience, leash issues, or more complex behavioral concerns, expert guidance is just a click away. Explore verified reviews, request quotes, and start your journey toward a happier, more harmonious life with your four-legged companion!
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