Think Like A Dog

Think Like A Dog Donna Poudrier CPDT-KA is a Certified Dog Trainer and Behavioral Specialist.

She has also completed two one year internships with Animal Behaviorist Debbie Winkler at Humane Domain. Think Like a Dog offers obedience classes from Puppy Kindergarten to Advanced Training. I address behavioral issues and will work with your dog one-on-one in the comfort of your home. I start with a free assessment of your dog, then we can outline an individualized training program.
1 free lesson given for rescue dogs!

04/17/2025

Terminology Tuesday ~ Ladder of Canine Aggression

Understanding your dog’s body language is key to preventing bites before behaviors escalate!

The Canine Ladder of Aggression (created by Kendal Shepherd) shows how dogs signal discomfort long before they ever growl or bite.

Recognizing the early signs—like turning their head, yawning, or walking away—can help keep everyone safe and stress-free!

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s post on how pain can impact our dog’s behavior!

Lots of upcoming classes for everyone!!
04/17/2025

Lots of upcoming classes for everyone!!

Welcome S.T.A.R puppies!!!! These little fellas are going to do great things!!!
04/17/2025

Welcome S.T.A.R puppies!!!! These little fellas are going to do great things!!!

Congratulations to our recent Level 1 Basic Obedience graduates! These pups worked so hard and did such a great job! (...
04/12/2025

Congratulations to our recent Level 1 Basic Obedience graduates! These pups worked so hard and did such a great job! (Not pictured: Mia and Toby)

Congratulations to our recent AKC S.T.A.R. puppy kindergarten graduates!
04/12/2025

Congratulations to our recent AKC S.T.A.R. puppy kindergarten graduates!

WELCOME Level I students!!!! This is going to be a fun class ❤️
04/10/2025

WELCOME Level I students!!!! This is going to be a fun class ❤️

CODY is working hard on his training and is doing a great job!
04/09/2025

CODY is working hard on his training and is doing a great job!

04/06/2025

Chickens love enrichment activities!

Passing the puppies and introducing them to novel items like medical equipment helps the puppies adjust to their new wor...
03/29/2025

Passing the puppies and introducing them to novel items like medical equipment helps the puppies adjust to their new world!

Welcome, Mighty Max to Think Like A Dog training and behavior services!
03/28/2025

Welcome, Mighty Max to Think Like A Dog training and behavior services!

Happy opening day from Think Like A Dog!
03/28/2025

Happy opening day from Think Like A Dog!

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44727 St Andrews Church Road
California, MD
20619

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+14104460865

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Think Like a Dog is a whole-dog , science based, family oriented company. We offer everything from AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy classes to advanced training and everything in between. We offer Rapid Results classes to help with some of the most pressing behaviors. We also offer holistic support with massage and reiki classes. Our trainers are CPDT-KA certified or are on their way to achieve certification. Donna Poudrier is a certified trainer and animal behaviorist focusing on canine, feline, equine and avian. Behavior evaluation and modification is done in your home where your animal is given an initial evaluation and then a personalized behavior plan. We are proud to serve St. Mary’s, Calvert and Charles Counties. Contact us to find out more about our family-oriented programs!