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4 On the Floor

Kelly Citrin, CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, MBA; Owner/Lead Trainer. We offer both group classes & private sessions in MoCo. FORCE FREE.
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Positive Reinforcement, FEAR FREE Training, Socialization & Behavior Consulting across Montgomery County. Kelly Citrin, CPDT-KA, FDM, MBA
Member APDT & PPG
Secretary, National Capital Therapy Dogs
Steering Committee, Animal Positive Coalition

FEAR FREE. Always passionate about animals, Kelly Citrin fell in love with her first pit bull in 2006. She began to volunteer at MCHS, and then MCASAC shelt

ers, working with difficult to handle dogs, studying behavior – attending classes every Sunday - and training specific dogs to make them more adoptable. She also joined OPH rescue and was the lead for developing the rescue in Montgomery County, MD. In 2008, she began to rescue and rehabilitate pit bulls and still does today. Kelly began teaching obedience and agility at Zoom Room in 2012, and also became the “Pit Bull Mentor” for students struggling with their (mostly rescued) pit bulls. Brutus, her certified, actively working therapy dog, passed his CGC and they joined NCTD in 2014, attaining additional READ Certification immediately and began working with middle school aged children with behavioral problems in alternative education schools/programs. Kelly was elected to the NCTD Board in 2016 as an officer and still serves as Secretary. Kelly’s training philosophy is “Patience, Persistence, Positive Reinforcement, Praise & Play”. She believes an integration of these concepts is key to a successful and happy human and pup. In addition to serving as the trainer for Capitol Canines Animal Rescue and Forever Changed Animal Rescue, she volunteers for and works with several other rescues. She has attended many seminars and two day workshops with internationally known trainers, including Suzanne Clothier, Sue Sternberg, and Bob Bailey. Her areas of concentration include working with reactive dogs, preparing pups for their CGC & Training Therapy Dogs/coaching them for their test, and providing proper training for puppies & rescued dogs right from the start, including a focus on supplying family training, non-competitive agility and more. Kelly lives in Bethesda with her three rescued pit bulls, Ayla, Brutus and Sadie. All three had been tossed away and are now living as one, big, happy family.

11/12/2024

11/11/2024

Join Our Team! 🐾

Are you passionate about pups and love spending time with our furry friends? We are looking for enthusiastic Dog Trainers, Walkers, and Sitters to join our team! 🐶

Who We’re Looking For:

🔹 Canine & Human Relations Coordinator!
🔹 Dog Trainers - Help our clients' pups reach their full potential!
🔹 Dog Walkers - Bring smiles to tails and fresh air to paws!
🔹 Dog Sitters - Keep our furry clients comfy and happy while their humans are away!

Whether you're experienced or just have a big heart for dogs, we want to hear from you!

Apply Here: https://www.4onthefloor.dog/careers

11/11/2024

Happy Veteran’s Day to all who have served! We can never adequately thank you for your service or our freedom 🇺🇸 ❤️

11/10/2024

Sunday Funny!
A lot on your mind this week? Feeling forgetful?

11/09/2024

Science Saturday! Ty to our friends at Animal Behavior Wellness Center and Dr. Amy L. Pike for discussing the gift of the growl!

Wondering why do dogs growl? Learn the reasons behind your dog's growling behavior and how to respond appropriately.

11/08/2024

🐾 Ask the Trainer This Sunday! 🐾

Got questions about your dog's behavior, training tips, or any canine quirks? Join us for “Ask the Trainer” session !

📅 Date: Sunday, November 10
⏰ Time: 1-3 PM
📍 Location: Liora’s Whole Pet, 1306 E. Gude Dr., Rockville, MD 20850

Our expert trainers will be there to answer all your questions,! 🐾✨

We’re partnering with and , who will also be on-site with some adoptable pups looking for their forever homes. 🏡❤️

🐶 Whether your dog needs help with basic obedience, leash walking, or just some extra love, we’ve got you covered. Don’t miss out on this pawsome opportunity to learn and support local rescues! 🐕

11/05/2024

Tuesday Tip! RALLY!
‘If you’re interested in learning basic obedience skills and trying out a new sport with your dog, Rally is a great option. Not only will you and your dog learn loose leash walking, position work, sit and down stays, and other obedience commands, but you’ll also strengthen your relationship. Even if you don’t want to compete, just trying out a Rally class can boost your dog’s confidence and help you and your pup work together as a team!’

Rally obedience is a canine sport that uses a course of signs and instructions to test your dog's training and your communication skills.

11/04/2024

Is your dog ready for a fun challenge? 🐾 Join us for Rally Dog Training Class, starting soon!

Whether you're new to dog training or a seasoned handler, Rally is the perfect way to build communication and teamwork with your pup. 🐾 You'll navigate through a series of fun obedience courses, sharpening skills while strengthening your bond.

✅ Open to all levels!
✅ Great for mental stimulation & physical exercise!

Spots are limited, so reserve yours today! 🐾
Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/yn46u759

Let’s Rally! 🐾

11/04/2024

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11/03/2024

Sunday Halloween Funnys!

11/02/2024

📢 Ask the Trainer: Got Dog Questions? We’ve Got Answers! 🐾

Have a new puppy? Do you have questions about your dog's behavior, training tips, or canine quirks? 🐶 Join us for our “Ask the Trainer”, THIS AFTERNOON! Bring your questions (& your pup!)

2-4 PM

Let’s make training pawsome and fun! 🐕🎉

11/02/2024

Science Saturday!
Did you know that you can develop a unique “language” shared only between you and your dog? How many words does your dog know? Can they copy what you’re doing?

Dogs can understand humans to some degree. How much they understand and the cues they use to understand are the subject of debate and study.

11/01/2024

Forever Changed Friday!
WINNER for Costume Contest - Oliver! Who knows what Oliver‘s costume is?

10/31/2024

2nd Annual Halloween Doggy Extravaganza!

10/31/2024

Thankful Thursday!
WOWZA what a 2nd Annual Halloween Doggy Extravaganza! Thank you to everybody who came out last night to party, play, socialize, and go home with some prizes! Thank you to our community partners who were all there to support us and our clients ! And a huge thank you to my 4 On the Floor team who busted their butts to make this event happen so successfully ❤️🐾
A special thank you to Megan Purtell Photography for this picture and for all of the amazing pictures that you will see in the coming days …..

10/30/2024

Join us tonight 630 to 830!

10/30/2024

Wacky Wednesday! 😂 What’s your costume for tonight’s 2nd Annual Halloween Doggy Extravaganza! if you have not already registered, please call 301-664-4434 ASAP as registration is closing soon !
**If you can’t make it tonight, please post a picture of your pup in costume below for a chance to win a prize!

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5530 Randolph Road
Bethesda, MD
20852

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 7pm
Sunday	11:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+13016644434

Website

http://4onthefloor.dog/

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Tuesday Tip! Proper Pup Bartending by Karma ❤️ Enrichment Ingredients: Pumpkin and water with a salmon and pumpkin crumble on the rim + cucumbers, carrots and some special treats as garnish, lots of love and entertainment! Enjoy! #4onthefloor #enrichmentfordogs #fearfreecertifiedprofessional #positivereinforcementtraining #forcefreedogtraining

Forever Changed Friday! WINNER for Costume Contest - Oliver! Who knows what Oliver‘s costume is? #4onthefloor #halloweendogs #positivereinforcementtraining #fearfreecertifiedprofessional #dmvdogs

4 On the Floor 2nd Annual Halloween Doggy Extravaganza! #4onthefloor #rockvillemd #dmvdogs #halloweendogs #montgomerycounty #mocomd #fearfreecertifiedprofessional #positivereinforcementtraining

Growly Alley at our second annual Halloween doggy extravaganza!

Join us tonight 630 to 830!

Growly Alley at our 2nd annual Halloween doggy extravaganza! Join us tonight!

Tuesday Tip! Start Early. Do it RIGHT. Repeat & reinforce what you like. Four weeks of Intro to Agility and look at Maggie go on her first course! 👏 Maggie & Megan! #dmvdogs #marylanddogs #greenday #agilitydog

Science Saturday! Counter conditioning must be done on a 1:1 basis in order to be successful; see dog, get food. See scary, human, get food. This is how we change the association that our pups already have with certain triggers. Alfie and Mary show us how critical the timing of the ‘yes!’ Marker is in order to change that association in Alfie’s brain so that when he looks at a scary human, it becomes the cue to look back at mom for a treat. Well, done Alfie and Mary! Great counter conditioning session!

Don't miss this opportunity! Rally is a fun dog sport! Build engagement with your pup while strengthening key behaviors. Learn the Rally signs and work with your pup as a team to maneuver a course of signs/skills. Class begins June 14! Register Now: https://www.4onthefloor.dog/service-page/rally-1-june-14-start?referral=service_list_widget #dmvdogs #4onthefloor #rockvillemaryland #dmvdogsports #dogsports

Sign Up For SCENT GAMES! 🐾 Tap into your dog’s natural instincts through scent-detection games! Harness their amazing sniffing skills as they hunt down a designated scent and signal its discovery to you. This class is perfect for cultivating collaboration, building self-confidence, and providing mental and physical stimulation. Scent Games is especially beneficial for dogs that are fearful, anxious, or have some reactivity. Dogs of all ages are welcome, and no prior training is necessary. Starting this Friday, June 14, 2:15 pm! Sign Up Today! REGISTER: https://www.4onthefloor.dog/service-page/scent-games-june-14-start?referral=service_list_widget #positivetraining #RockvilleMaryland #4onthefloor #montgomerycounty #dmvdogs

Pup Parents!! We have some fantastic classes beginning THIS WEEK! Sign up Today! Shape Up Your Pup Thurs. May 9 - May 30 | 6:00 - 7:00 Rally 1 Thurs. May 9 - May 30 | 7:20-8:20 Fri. May 10 - Jun 7 | 3:30-4:30 Novice Tricks Fri. May 10 - Jun 7 | 12:45-1:45 Confidence Building Fri. May 10 - Jun 7 | 2-3 More Information & Register: https://www.4onthefloor.dog/classes #positivetraining #4onthefloor #rockvillemaryland #dogtrainingrockville

🐾 Happy National Therapy Animal Day! 🐾 Today, we celebrate the incredible companionship and comfort our furry friends provide. Whether they're wagging their tails at hospitals, schools, or nursing homes, therapy animals bring joy and healing wherever they go. Let's give a round of apaws to these amazing creatures and the dedicated handlers who make a difference in people's lives. Share your stories of therapy animals making a paw-sitive impact! #NationalTherapyAnimalDay @nationalcapitaltherapydogs #4onthefloor #rockvillemaryland #positivetraining