We worked with Armani after adopting a puppy who had been through a house fire and may have been abused. He was extremely fearful, very skittish around new people, growling and barking in the house, and constantly on edge. Our puppy stayed with Armani for four weeks, and the progress has been incredible. She was patient, calm, and truly understood how to work with a fearful, reactive dog. She focused on building trust and confidence, and it shows. Since coming home, he is much more comfortable meeting new people and far less reactive in the house. One of the biggest changes is that we can now take him to places like pet stores and Home Depot, which would have been impossible before. We can also have people over to our house which is huge growth for him. He has also learned solid obedience commands and walks much better on a leash. Armani also provided ongoing training tips and drills so we could continue reinforcing everything at home, which has made a huge difference. We’re extremely grateful for the care and dedication Armani gave our puppy and would highly recommend her, especially for dogs who need extra patience and understanding.

I can’t say enough about Ridgeside K9 Central Maryland. From the beginning, the response time after applying was quick, Shelby was extremely nice and helpful, and coordinating pickup was very easy. We were very fortunate to be paired with Armani to help with our 1 year old puppy’s confidence, independence, and leash training. Our boy, Pluto, stayed with Armani for 3 weeks and within the first week we could already see the difference in his behavior. He learned things like place, loose leash walking, recall, and how to be a well-rounded dog. We received updates and pictures, and Armani even went above and beyond to keep him for a few extra days to accommodate a more convenient drop off time. She took him everywhere, which was a huge bonus for us since he can get distracted very easily, and she worked with his training while other dogs were present - something Pluto also struggled with. Even to this day, we have the ability to reach out to Armani for any follow ups or questions. We really appreciate everything Ridgeside K9 Central Maryland has done for our crazy — now confident — Pluto and would absolutely recommend them to anyone interested in dog training!

Ridgeside K9 was very professional. They did an amazing job training my dog and his behavior and level of obedience is outstanding. They were very thorough during turnover. They provided all the tips and guidance we needed to maintain his service dog level of training and behavior and even supplied an e-collar to use as needed as well as very clear directions for its use. They also offered continued support as we need it moving forward. I would recommend anyone with a need for training to contact them, Shelbie and Caleb are true professionals and fantastic at what they do.

We sent our 4 year old golden retriever/husky mix to Shelby and Caleb for their 3 week program because he was having a hard time with fears, loud noises and needed a refresh on commands. He did SO well and came back with a great eating schedule and a brand new e collar that he listens to amazingly. He also learned how to walk better on his leash. MOST importantly though, it’s what my husband and I took away from the training. We learned how to be on the same page with how to speak to our dog, how to guide him through any insecurities and redirect his brain so that we can help him navigate situations he wouldn’t normally be comfortable in. The training team also went out of their way to meet with us on a separate occasion to get our dog more comfortable with his leash and walking outside and they have been so responsive whenever we have needed to ask questions about our dog and our training. It was money very well spent and I personally feel like he is more comfortable in his skin and we are better dog parents because of him doing this program! Couldn’t be happier with the results.

Caleb and Shelbie are absolutely incredible! I brought my pug, Boomer, to them for training, and the results were beyond anything I expected. Boomer went from stubborn and distracted to obedient, confident, and so much easier to handle. Their approach is patient, positive, and perfectly tailored to Boomer’s personality. They communicated with me through every step, gave me clear guidance to continue training at home, and truly cared about Boomer’s progress. I can’t recommend Caleb and Shelbie enough—if you want real results and trainers who genuinely love what they do, they are the team to trust. Boomer is a brand-new dog thanks to them!

The team of Shelbie and crew made such a difference in our Shiloh's life, and in our family's life. We had struggled over the past year with challenging behaviors both inside the house and on walks. WIth the use of commands, the e-collar, and consistent follow-through, the team showed us how to continue all the training they had accomplished with her. They were so positive and responsive in sending us updates while she was away from us. Thank you Ridgeside K9!!!

What an amazing experience our 2-year-old shepherd mix, Penny had with Shelbie over her month-long stay. We also had just as great of an experience with Shelbie too, when she did the turn-around training. Penny was originally only supposed to be there for 3 weeks, but with a death in our family, Shelbie was kind and gracious enough to board her and continue training. Prior to training and boarding, Penny was often reactive on walks when using a leash due to fear. After returning, walks are now way more enjoyable and less stressful, her rapid recall off-leash has eased our fears tremendously, and her obedience is far more consistent the first time a directive is given. With all of Shelbie's hard work, it set both us and Penny up for success in our futures and we could not be more grateful. I highly recommend Ridgeside K9 Central Maryland and cannot imagine our girl any other way.

I can’t say enough good things about Armani! From the moment I brought up my concerns, she listened attentively and made sure every issue I mentioned was addressed. Oakley came back from training like a completely different dog—in the best way possible! She’s calm, responsive, and follows my commands confidently, even in situations that used to overwhelm her. Armani not only worked wonders with Oakley, but she also took the time to make sure I felt prepared and supported as an owner. I now feel confident taking Oakley out and enjoying life with her without stress or worry. Armani also made it clear that she’s just a phone call away if I ever need help down the road, and that reassurance means everything. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a patient, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated trainer.

I can’t say enough good things about out our dog trainer- she was absolutely phenomenal!! From the very first session, it was clear she had a true gift for understanding both dogs and their humans. She was patient, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable tailoring her approach to fit our Dallas’s personality and goals. I have a 87 year old Mom who has trouble walking and lives with us. I was worried our dog might knock her over due to her high energy level as a puppy. Thanks to Shelbie, we have seen such a positive transformation. Mom of a beautiful Redfox Labrador Retriever

Very satisfied with the service. Theyre flexible and effective.