About Playful Pups & Performance Training, Inc.
Playful Pups & Performance Training, Inc. is a science-based, force-free dog training facility located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The business is led by a fully credentialed trainer with 13 years of experience using modern ethical training methods. The trainer, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), a Certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and the Pet Professional Guild, specializes in obedience training, agility training, therapy dog training, and puppy training. Clients praise the trainer's knowledge, patience, and ability to tailor the lessons to the individual needs of both the dog and the owner. The small class sizes allow for personalized attention, and the follow-up emails help reinforce the techniques learned in class. The trainer, Deborah, is described as very knowledgeable and skilled in using positive reinforcement to teach dogs. The location is convenient, being in a strip plaza with low traffic. Deborah's expertise in therapy dog training and her interest in the betterment of dogs and their owners are also highlighted. Clients express their satisfaction with Deborah's teaching methods, which focus on helping dogs think rather than just learn by rote, and they highly recommend her services.
Highly recommend Deborah Lankford with Playful Pups and Performance. She is a very knowledgeable instructor who can teach to a variety of learning styles and backgrounds. All classes are followed up by multiple handouts discussing in detail what skills were taught in class and how to practice with your pup at home. Deborah is highly invested in helping you learn how to communicate with your dog and ensures positive learning environments. I've worked with Deborah with multiple dogs over the years. We've taken puppy obedience all the way through therapy dog training.
Deborah has worked her magic on two of my pups and I highly recommend her. As a dog (and owner) trainer she is knowledgeable and patient, and her love for animals shines through.
Deborah is awesome! Very friendly and very knowledgeable! She makes training so much fun!