Cynthia brandenburg
Cynthia Brandenburg
Positive Reinforcement Dog & Cat Training and Behavior - Millersville, MD

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Best Paw Forward: A 7-session Program for Puppies and Adult Dogs
$ 650.00 Per Package · 1 hour

Learning should be fun—for both you and your dog!

Whether you've welcomed a new puppy, adopted an adult dog, or simply want to build better communication, Best Paw Forward is a fun, relationship-focused coaching program designed to help you and your dog thrive together.

Using positive reinforcement and clicker training, we'll turn everyday moments into learning opportunities through games, practical exercises, and real-life skills. Along the way, you'll discover how to better understand your dog's body language, build confidence, strengthen your bond, and enjoy learning together.

Each one-hour session is tailored to your goals and your dog's unique personality, learning style, and pace. You'll receive personalized coaching, practical homework, and support every step of the way so you can continue building success between sessions.

Skills May Include:
Marker (clicker) training
Understanding canine body language
Focus and engagement
Sit, Down, Stay & Wait
Recall (Come)
Loose Leash Walking
Place (Mat Training)
Touch (Hand Target)
Polite Greetings
Leave It
Trade
Off
Walk Away
Settle & Relax
Pattern Games (including 1-2-3)
Confidence-building and enrichment activities

Package Includes:
Seven private, one-hour coaching sessions
Customized training plan
Written homework after each session
A clicker to keep
Email/text support between sessions

Package Price: $650

Best Value: Save $50 compared to booking seven individual sessions.

Because the best training doesn't just teach behaviors—it builds trust, strengthens your relationship, and helps you and your dog enjoy life together.

Curious Cats: Helping cats and their people learn, play, and thrive together (5 sessions)
$ 450.00 Per Package · 1 hour

Cats learn too! Whether you've adopted a new kitten, welcomed an adult cat into your home, or simply want to better understand your feline companion, Curious Cats is a fun, relationship-focused coaching program designed to build confidence, communication, and enrichment through positive reinforcement.

Using reward-based training, we'll work at your cat's pace while creating enjoyable learning experiences that strengthen your bond and support your cat's emotional wellbeing. Every session is tailored to your goals and your cat's unique personality.

Skills May Include:
Understanding feline body language
Marker (clicker) training
Name recognition
Recall (Come)
Touch (Hand Target)
Sit and other fun behaviors
High Five
Harness foundations (if appropriate)
Cooperative care
Carrier training
Nail trim preparation
Confidence building
Enrichment and puzzle activities
Reducing boredom through play
Building routines that support a happy home

Package Includes:
Five private, one-hour coaching sessions
Customized training plan
Written homework after each session
A clicker to keep
Email/text support between sessions

Because training isn't just for dogs—it's a wonderful way to enrich your cat's life, strengthen your relationship, and have fun together.

Calm for Every Dog: Calm isn't just for anxious dogs—it's a life skill every dog can learn.
$ 450.00 Per Package · 1 hour

Just as we teach sit, stay, or come, we can also help our dogs develop the ability to slow down, settle, and navigate the world with confidence. Learning how to relax isn't about changing your dog's personality—it's about supporting their overall wellbeing and giving them another valuable life skill.

Calm for Every Dog combines positive reinforcement with therapeutic touch to help dogs become more aware of their bodies, more comfortable with gentle handling, and better able to relax and engage with the world around them. Every session is guided by your dog's comfort level, choice, and consent, allowing each dog to participate at their own pace.

Whether your dog is a playful puppy, an energetic adolescent, an active adult, or a senior companion, moments of calm can enhance learning, deepen your relationship, and support both emotional and physical wellbeing. You'll also learn simple, practical techniques to create calm moments that you can continue using at home, helping your dog develop lifelong skills for relaxation, resilience, and connection.

Sessions May Include:
Understanding canine body language
Reading your dog's comfort, consent, and communication
Therapeutic touch for relaxation, comfort, and body awareness
Recognizing signs of tension, stress, and relaxation
Positive handling and cooperative care
Supporting emotional regulation and resilience
Settle and Relax
Enrichment that promotes exploration and wellbeing
Building confidence through choice and agency
Personalized strategies for creating calm in everyday life
Package Includes
Five private, one-hour coaching sessions
Individualized coaching and therapeutic touch instruction
Customized wellbeing plan
Written homework and recommendations after each session
Email/text support between sessions

Package Price: $450

Because calm is more than the absence of excitement—it's a foundation for learning, connection, resilience, and a lifetime of wellbeing.

A Note From Our Founder:

Thank you so much for using Petworks to find your pet care needs. We are grateful for every connection we can help make between pet parents and pet care professionals.

Our dedication is to happier, healthier pets, and their families. We want you to be delighted, and we’re willing to go the extra mile to make it happen – that’s the Petworks difference. If you are not completely satisfied, let us know and we will do our very best to make it right.

Kevin H. Kinyon

Founder & President

[email protected]