DD3 Update: District Dogs New Shaw Location on Track to Open Fall 2020

This February, we announced that our third location would be coming to DC’s Shaw Neighborhood. While so much has happened in our city between now and then, we’re happy to share that construction on our third location is well underway. We’re currently on track to open in late September or early October. What to Expect […]
New Training Class Offerings – September 2020

Class is back in session! District Dogs is excited to announce group training classes where owners and their pups can work together on achieving polite manners. Sophia, our dog trainer, uses the scientifically proven positive rewards methodology encouraging fun and effective way to communicate with your pet resulting in a happy, balanced, well-behaved dog! View […]
Special Summer Offer: 15% Off District Dogs Private Training Packages

You’re probably spending more time than ever with your dog right now, and maybe the extra time at home has been a good reminder of all the things you love about them. However, this new normal may also be causing some new behavioral issues or simply spotlighting areas where your pup could use a little […]
More Leash Training Basics: Choosing the Right Harness for Your Dog

It’s no secret that we strongly believe sharing your home and your life with a dog is a wonderful and rewarding experience. But we also know that it comes with challenges for both you and your dog. To make sure you get the most out of life with your pup, we’re sharing our favorite how-tos, […]
Kennel Cough Cases on the Rise in DC; What Every Pet Parent Needs to Know

Through communication with our network of pet parents, veterinarians, and other pet care professionals, District Dogs has become aware that reported cases of kennel cough are increasing in the DC metro area, particularly among puppies and young dogs. Kennel cough is an upper respiratory infection with many possible causes. One of the most common culprits […]
Enrolling Now: Puppy Kindergarten

District Dogs is kicking off our Puppy Kindergarten socialization class that teaches your little one polite manners in a structured social setting! Puppy Kindergarten is for puppies aged between 12-20 weeks old, and during our 45 minutes of monitored play, the pups will learn how to interact safely with others ranging in size, energy level, […]
Leash Training Basics: How to Choose the Best Leash for Your Dog

It’s no secret that we strongly believe sharing your home and your life with a dog is a wonderful and rewarding experience. But we also know that it comes with challenges for both you and your dog. To make sure you get the most out of life with your pup, we’re sharing our favorite how-tos, […]
New Group Class Offerings: Puppy and Adult Classes

Class is back in session! District Dogs is excited to announce group training classes where owners and their pups can work together on achieving polite manners. Sophia, our dog trainer, uses the scientifically proven positive rewards methodology encouraging a fun and effective way to communicate with your pet resulting in a happy, balanced, well behaved […]
Service Offering Update: Overnight Boarding No Longer Offered at Park View

As we continue to recover from the recent challenges and changes to our business, we are no longer offering overnight boarding service at our Park View location. However, our Navy Yard location has full availability for boarding, and our friendly staff there can’t wait to make your pup feel right at home on your next […]
District Dogs Welcomes Staff Trainer Sophia Turshen

District Dogs is excited to announce the hiring of our new full-time staff trainer, Sophia Turshen! To her role as our in-house behavior specialist, Sophia brings a wealth of experience in training well-behaved, well-adjusted dogs and equipping pet owners with the confidence, knowledge, and tools to maintain that training at home. Sophia is certified in […]