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4 On the Floor

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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.

12/08/2024

Sunday Funny!
Currently happening at my house….

12/07/2024

Science Saturday!
‘Theories regarding why dogs move food around include instinct, looking for comfort, and resource guarding…’

Dogs are sometimes known to take their food to different places before eating it. There are several potential reasons for this behavior.

12/05/2024

Thankful Thursday!
Enjoy the Top 10 most athletic dogs from We Rate Dogs!

12/04/2024

Have you met the team at Pup Scouts Dog Day Care and Boarding adjacent to our 4 On the Floor center?
These amazing humans take such great care of the pups! Should you need daycare or boarding options, please check them out! We share very similar philosophies and approaches ❤️🐾
**We also offer PLAY&TRAIN - you can drop your dog at daycare and one of our trainers will take them for 30 minutes and work on whatever you desire while they’re there! Convenient AND affordable!

12/02/2024

Calling all pups between four months and two years old!

It’s Milestone Monday!
Our last Class for 2024 starts this SATURDAY! Don’t miss your last chance to use our Black Friday coupon to save $10! Expires TONIGHT!!

12/01/2024

Sunday Funny! Cold enough?

11/30/2024

Did you know that we are a woman- and disability-owned, woman-run business that is inclusive and welcoming to all? This holiday season, invest in your dog! We hope this coupon helps you achieve your dreams! ❤️🐾
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11/29/2024

Plans Saturday? Go check out the adorable adoptables with A Home of Their Own Rescue !

Forget Black Friday sales! Come find the best bargain of all at our Slobber Saturday adoption event this Saturday: a lifetime of love.

True, you can’t buy love… but you can adopt it. Meet great adoptable pups Charlie, Maggie Mae, Miles, Milo, and more, all looking for loving homes in time for the holidays!

Join us November 30th from 1-3pm at the PetSmart at Calverton in Silver Spring, MD. Your new best friend is waiting!

11/29/2024

To all Bark Social clients:

I am the owner of 4 On the Floor Dog Training & Behavior Consulting. We are located just across Rockville Pike at the corner of Randolph and Nebel. we have 1300 ft.² indoors where we hold classes and training sessions.

When we are not teaching, we make the space available to rent by 25 minute blocks with a trainer on premises. This is a great way to have monitored PLAY DATES inside with a trainer present to teach you about your pup’s body language and play style.

We call this PAWSPOT. My mission in opening this facility earlier this year was to create a place where every dog could put their paws. A fantastic option for leash reactive dogs who can play, train and exercise without the worry of other dogs!

Learn more about Pawspot here:
https://www.4onthefloor.dog/service-page/pawspot-1?category=3a64fb83-cc77-4cce-a5c7-136eab9ecf05&page=&referral=service_list_widget

We are also attached to Pup Scouts Dog Day Care and Boarding should you be looking for daycare options!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!! Enjoy your meal around the table!

11/27/2024

🐾Happy Thanksgiving from 4 on the Floor! 🦃 Black Friday Savings & PawSpot for Bark Social Clients! - https://mailchi.mp/fe5b36261152/summer-school-is-in-session-playgroups-are-back-12823485

11/27/2024

Wonderful Wednesday!
Thank you to our friends at Veterinary Park Potomac for these reminders on food safety for Thanksgiving and the holidays! Be extra careful as you may have people around your dog that are not as diligent about where they are leaving food scraps or who may believe that feeding your dog certain things is OK when it is not safe!

11/27/2024

Who has room in their home and Hearts for Greta for this holiday?

11/26/2024

Tuesday Tip! Ty Michael Shikashio for these great tips, which we teach our Growly Dogs!
‘You head out the door with your dog on a beautiful day, hoping to go for a nice enjoyable stroll around your neighborhood, and suddenly, another dog charges at you and your dog. What do you do?’

Do You Have Off-Leash Dogs in Your Area That Rush Up to or Have Attacked Your ON-Leash Dog? You head out the door with your dog on a beautiful day, hoping to go for a nice enjoyable stroll around your neighborhood, and suddenly, another dog charges at you and your dog. What do you […]

11/24/2024

Sunday Funny!

11/21/2024

Thanksgiving Thursday!
Thank you Dr. Sinn for these holiday travel tips for our pups!
‘There’s a lot you can do to protect your dog, the people around you, and the turkey on the counter. It just takes planning.’

All of the commotion during the holiday season can be stressful for you and your dog. Sometimes the kindest thing is to leave them at home with great care, and sometimes it's best to bring them along. Here's how to make that tough decision.

11/21/2024

Thanksgiving Thursday!! Advocate for your dogs!

A crowded living room full of new people - a dog's POV.

11/19/2024

Tuesday Tip! Long live the long line!
‘Dogs need to gather data to feel better about their world, and a long line in a park is a terrific, safe-feeling way to do that. Distance is the worried dog’s best friend, and he needs you to arrange it for him. Ponder the best spot and the best time. Get out of the car only after making sure the coast is clear.’

Grab a long line for outdoor training. This simple device can allow you and your dog to explore the world without constant tugging.

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

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