Our Services

Every dog is unique, which is why they need personalized training. My approach, based on positive reinforcement and repetition, will help us achieve lasting changes. I will also help you strengthen the bond with your dog to enjoy a more balanced life together.

Simple steps to a happy dog

Choose Your Service

Pick the option that best fits your pet’s needs—training, walking, or sitting.

Select Date & Time

Check availability and choose a convenient moment for you and your pet.

Complete Your Payment

Pay securely through the platform to confirm your booking.

All done! I'll visit you

We'll meet at your home at the scheduled time to start your service—simple as that!

How can I help?

Dog Training

Private one-on-one training in your home (Trainer visits you) to develop obedience skills (Sit, Down, Stay,etc)  and address problem behaviors (Reactivity, jumping, nipping, etc).

Dog Parents will learn how to:

  • Handle the dog without pulling on the leash
  • Recall outside
  • Off leash training
  • Passing dogs and people on walks
  • Train without treats
  • Walk by your side
  • Walk by your side
  • Loose Leash
  • As well a better understanding of your dog  needs.
  • We will be revisiting your schedule and adjusting it to more efficiently address daily exercise and stimulation outdoors.
  • My recommendation is the package of 4 Sessions for obedience training and behavioral modification. It's also recommended to book a single session to try the training style and then decide over the package.

$120.00

/per hour

Schedule Dog Training

In Person Session

  • We start training inside your home, talk about behavior, priorities, routine and concerns.
  • Please note that locations outside of DC may require separate scheduling. Call or text to confirm availability. You can also choose the online option.

Online Session

  • We will have a video call on the agreed date and time to conduct the session.

Dog Walking

Dog walking is essential for a dog’s well-being, preventing boredom, anxiety, and behavioral issues while keeping them physically fulfilled.
  • Dog walking, when integrated with training, is an opportunity to reinforce important obedience skills like loose leash walking, heeling, and proper behavior around distractions such as passing dogs and people.

$30.00

/20 min

Schedule Dog Walking
  • The walks are guided by a professional dog trainer, it goes beyond a simple stroll—it’s a structured training session designed to improve loose leash walking, heeling, and calm behavior around distractions like passing dogs and people.

Pet Sitting

In-Home Pet Care Services

Providing attentive care for your dog and other pets (some restrictions apply), including:

  • Meal preparation
  • Three walks per day
  • Socialization and playtime
  • The pet sitter spends the night at your place

$100.00

/per night

Schedule Pet Sitting
  • Home stays start at 4pm unless otherwise agreed upon. (Please contact Leticia to request an early start if needed).
  • Please contact Leticia to request an early start if needed.

Clients say:

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Lauren K
13:14 16 Dec 24
Leticia has watched my dog a few times now and she's absolutely amazing! She goes above and beyond - getting her pup cups at Starbucks, baking homemade dog treats, and taking her on trail adventures. She's very responsive and keeps me updated throughout the stay. Highly recommend!
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Gabriela S.
14:47 02 Dec 24
Leticia made time for me on a weekend when she doesn’t normally work because she could hear the panic in my voice about an anxious rescue pup that I had just adopted. After only one session, both the pup and I are feeling more confident. Leti is patient and reassuring, using positive conditioning to build confidence. I look forward to continuing to work with her.
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Samantha Summers K.
01:11 04 Oct 24
Great first training for our pup Sadie! She picked up all the basics with Leticia very quickly. Highly recommend!
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Katie B.
15:57 06 Sep 24
We've done both private training and in-home pet sitting with Leticia, and she is the absolute best. Positive reinforcement is the way to go, and she knows all the tips and tricks to it. We learn so much from every session. With in-home sitting, she sends lots of updates with cute photos and videos. You can tell she truly cares. Both our dog and cat absolutely adore her, and we feel at ease when we're away knowing they're in such good hands!!
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Emily B.
17:18 17 Aug 24
Leticia is great! We did a session with her to help with our new puppy, Bonny, who was having some confidence issues and fear periods. We were having trouble getting Bonny to go on walks because she was afraid of loud trucks and mopeds. Leticia showed us a bunch of things we can do with Bonny to help build her confidence and keep her focused. Since then we've had a much happier pup! We will def work with Leticia again!
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Lauren P
22:39 15 Apr 24
We had our first session with Leticia and will definitely be booking again. We are excited to practice training our almost 2 year old Sheepadoodle with the tools she gave us. We love that Leticia uses positive training techniques. She took the time to explain and demonstrate how to respond and interact with our pup based on his behaviors. We left the session feeling more confident in how to approach training for our dogs leash pulling and reacting towards other dogs.
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Sydney A
16:58 15 Mar 24
Leticia is an exceptional dog trainer. She is also patient and kind with difficult pups. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trainer!
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Nina N.
19:14 03 Mar 24
Leticia really helped my rescue dog come out of her shell and adjust to city life. Both I myself and my pup learned a lot and benefited from the training. We truly appreciate the time and effort!!
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Theodore L.
16:23 03 Mar 24
Our Lab mix had a tendency to pull and swerve on walks. After one session with Leticia, my dog and I learned how to communicate through positive reinforcement. Our walks are now much more enjoyable for both of us. Leticia is a really skilled teacher of human-canine communications!
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Kathleen B.
16:46 19 Feb 24
My dog and I worked with Leticia a few times over the last two years. She helped us make a breakthrough in his separation anxiety and I finally got my life back once I felt confident I could leave the house without him getting destructive. We tried working with another trainer for this before without much progress, but Leticia made the difference for us by understanding and tailoring training to my dog and our lifestyle.

Every time Leticia comes I really feel like we make a lot of progress in just one hour and like I’m empowered to keep up the training.

If you’re working through anything with your dog, I highly recommend her!

Frequenly asked questions

General

How do I cancel or reschedule a service?

When booking any service it is highly recommended to ‘Sign Up’ for an account, this way you will be able to reschedule, cancel and handle package sessions.
If you have any problems with the system or any questions, please call or text anytime (703) 371-4715.

Dog Training

Do you visit my home or do I go to yours?

The Dog Trainer will be visiting the client’s home. The training is done in the dog’s everyday environment.
It is important to enter the correct address at the time of signing up because we will use that to visit you.

Positive reinforcement involves providing a reward after a desired behavior is exhibited. The reward serves to strengthen the behavior, making it more probable that the individual will repeat it. Types of rewards we will use: Treats, movement, clapping hands, being fun, toys, high pitch voice and encouragement.

Dog training is EASY! It’s like everything you learn in life. In the beginning it can be confusing but with a little practice the results can be incredible.
I have learned how to motivate parents as well as dogs.

Yes, aggression and reactivity towards dogs

Unfortunately for aggression towards people you will need a specialist.

¡Yes! If you are ready to book, please:

1. Go to website www.happydogsonthehill.com/services
2. Select ‘Dog Training’ button.
3. Select date and time for the session
5. Fill up payment information, click ‘Pay and confirm’
6. Expect confirmation receipt and reminders of your appointment.

No matter how old your dog is, dogs love to learn and get stimulated, those brilliant minds come alive with dog training, dogs of any age will feel more confident, proud and balanced. Any dog can learn!