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4 On the Floor Kelly Citrin, CPDT-KA, MBA; Owner/Lead Trainer. Positive Reinforcement, Aversive-FREE Training, Socialization & Behavior Modification across Montgomery County.
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We offer both group classes & private sessions in MoCo. Kelly Citrin, CPDT-KA, MBA
Member APDT & PPG
Secretary, National Capital Therapy Dogs

FEAR FREE. FORCE 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 shelters, working with difficult to handle dogs, studying behavior – attending classes every S

unday - 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.

Milestone Monday!Kelly’s long-time friend and colleague Juliana DeWillems has written an amazing book titled ‘Manage It!...
08/19/2024

Milestone Monday!
Kelly’s long-time friend and colleague Juliana DeWillems has written an amazing book titled ‘Manage It!’ This is a wonderful guide to improving your dogs behavior in a variety of situations.

Make sure you pick it up on Amazon Or at dogwise.com. My pups give 4 paws up!!

Resurfacing on Facebook to share that I wrote a book! About management! After working on it for two long years it was finally published two weeks ago and the response has been incredible. The audience is the average person with a dog and it's all about how to use management to improve your life and bond with your dog. Links to purchase below if you're interested!

https://amzn.to/3AFxluY

https://www.dogwise.com/manage-it-hacks-for-improving-your-dogs-behavior/

Oh my puppy 
08/18/2024

Oh my puppy 

Sunday Funny!Make sure to socialize those pups early… get in as much as you can!
08/18/2024

Sunday Funny!
Make sure to socialize those pups early… get in as much as you can!

Science Saturday! Get a baseline!Knowing your dog’s heart and respiration rates – your dog’s normal vitals – can be crit...
08/17/2024

Science Saturday! Get a baseline!
Knowing your dog’s heart and respiration rates – your dog’s normal vitals – can be critical in an emergency.

Learning your dog's normal heart rate and other vitals is useful for determining any health issues, or reactions to medicine early.

Forever Changed Friday!Fred & Wilma need a temporary foster! Who can help these adorable pups?
08/17/2024

Forever Changed Friday!
Fred & Wilma need a temporary foster! Who can help these adorable pups?

Tuesday Tip!Go slowly & stay positive. We want your puppy to always think “Yay!” at your approach….
08/13/2024

Tuesday Tip!
Go slowly & stay positive. We want your puppy to always think “Yay!” at your approach….

Getting your puppy used to being handled early on in life can help you through daily tasks like putting on harnesses, grooming, and cleaning.

Sunday Funny! 😂 🤣
08/11/2024

Sunday Funny! 😂 🤣

Come meet these cuties today between two and four At Pet Wants Rockville!!
08/10/2024

Come meet these cuties today between two and four At Pet Wants Rockville!!

BRUTUS: Happy 11th Gotcha-versary to my main man, the dog who makes me smile & laugh every single day because he has a w...
08/09/2024

BRUTUS: Happy 11th Gotcha-versary to my main man, the dog who makes me smile & laugh every single day because he has a wonderful sense of humor, the dog that keeps me on my toes every day because he is so smart, and most importantly, the dog who loves me unconditionally & whom I love more than anything in the world. Brutus you have been my greatest gift in life and I am forever grateful for you. Momma loves you so much!!

Join us tomorrow for   from 2-4pm at Pet Wants Rockville in King Farm! We will be there with Forever Changed Animal Resc...
08/09/2024

Join us tomorrow for from 2-4pm at Pet Wants Rockville in King Farm! We will be there with Forever Changed Animal Rescue and their adorable adoptables! Bring your questions and your pup and visit this wonderful store and your favorite trainers!

Join us Saturday between 2 and 4 PM Pet Wants Rockville for Ask the Trainer! And meet some adorable adopt Ables from For...
08/08/2024

Join us Saturday between 2 and 4 PM Pet Wants Rockville for Ask the Trainer! And meet some adorable adopt Ables from Forever Changed Animal Rescue!

Prevent/Treat Resource Guarding Tip!
08/06/2024

Prevent/Treat Resource Guarding Tip!

To learn how to prevent or treat resource guarding, contact a force-free professional dog trainer/APC affiliate today! We’d love to share ways to prevent and treat resource guarding that sets everyone up for success.

08/06/2024

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!

Sunday Funny! I think we can all relate after yesterday…
08/04/2024

Sunday Funny!
I think we can all relate after yesterday…

Come see us next Saturday !
08/04/2024

Come see us next Saturday !

Super Saturday! Registration for City of Rockville fall classes is open! Our fall lineup features PUPLATES and the retur...
08/03/2024

Super Saturday! Registration for City of Rockville fall classes is open! Our fall lineup features PUPLATES and the return of SCENT GAMES 🙌 by popular demand! Space is limited. Register here 👇🏼
https://www.4onthefloor.dog

Pup Scouts Dog Day Care and Boarding is OPEN! 🙌
08/02/2024

Pup Scouts Dog Day Care and Boarding is OPEN! 🙌

🐾 Exciting News for Pup Parents! 🐾Registration for our upcoming  training classes opens TOMORROW! (Friday, August 2) Whe...
08/01/2024

🐾 Exciting News for Pup Parents! 🐾

Registration for our upcoming training classes opens TOMORROW! (Friday, August 2) Whether you're a new pup parent or looking to refine your furry friend's skills, we have the perfect class for you.

Our trainers are ready to help you and your pup! Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up early!

Registration Link: https://secure.rec1.com/MD/city-of-rockville-md/catalog/index/f7fa8c7ffe30e74eef9ad8d443d407c1?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQlMjBvbiUyMHRoZSUyMGZsb29y

Check out our Genie on TV !!
07/31/2024

Check out our Genie on TV !!

Tuesday Tip!Your veterinarian has many options when it comes to prescribing a medication for reducing your dog’s pain. L...
07/30/2024

Tuesday Tip!
Your veterinarian has many options when it comes to prescribing a medication for reducing your dog’s pain. Learn which drugs might be best for your dog’s condition….

Dog pain medication can be divided into two broad categories: anti inflammatory NSAIDs, and analgesics that bind to pain receptors.

Milestone Monday! CONTEST TIME!GUESS THE BREED….wait…is that Brutus?!YES! 11 years later, I decided to do DNA testing on...
07/29/2024

Milestone Monday! CONTEST TIME!
GUESS THE BREED….wait…is that Brutus?!
YES! 11 years later, I decided to do DNA testing on Brutus. This is the first time I am ever testing DNA on any of my dogs! (Ayla is next…)
So it’s time for a little contest. Guess the breed mix below and we will have a nice 4 On the Floor PRIZE for the winner!
Check out little Bru at the shelter ❤️

Sunday Funny! Grab your thundershirts, everyone…
07/28/2024

Sunday Funny! Grab your thundershirts, everyone…

Science Saturday!Important: what are the signs of heat stroke in your dog and what to do about it!
07/27/2024

Science Saturday!
Important: what are the signs of heat stroke in your dog and what to do about it!

Heat stroke in the summer months. Know the signs of heat stroke in dogs and how to administer first aid treatment.

Gambit needs a home. We love this puppy so much. Who can help him ?
07/22/2024

Gambit needs a home. We love this puppy so much. Who can help him ?

Sunday Funny! Advocate for your dog 😂 
07/21/2024

Sunday Funny! Advocate for your dog 😂 

Address

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

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