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!

02/24/2025
Welcome, BELLA and Bear to Think Like A Dog training!!!
02/24/2025

Welcome, BELLA and Bear to Think Like A Dog training!!!

Welcome, Tessa to Think Like A Dog Puppy K!!
02/23/2025

Welcome, Tessa to Think Like A Dog Puppy K!!

NYX wore her best sweater to class last night! She learned all of her STAYS, Place work and Heel.., NYX is so much fun t...
02/21/2025

NYX wore her best sweater to class last night! She learned all of her STAYS, Place work and Heel.., NYX is so much fun to work with ❤️

Happy Valentine's Day from Think Like A Dog!
02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day from Think Like A Dog!

Welcome, Nyx to Think Like A Dog!!!Nyx is a rescued Greyhound who is SO MUCH FUN to work with!
02/14/2025

Welcome, Nyx to Think Like A Dog!!!
Nyx is a rescued Greyhound who is SO MUCH FUN to work with!

02/12/2025

LEVEL I and PUPPY K Classes are cancelled for this evening due to the inclimate weather and the chance of refreezing.
Stay safe and enjoy the snow!

Do you have the challenge of walking your dog? Why not sign up for one of our classes! Leash walking is covered in both ...
02/12/2025

Do you have the challenge of walking your dog? Why not sign up for one of our classes! Leash walking is covered in both Level I and Level II Class.
*** Pic of our Level I class learning leash walking! They all did great! ***

CONGRATULATIONS to the Level I students! Lots of hard work and progress over the last 6 weeks. Great job, everyone!
02/08/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to the Level I students! Lots of hard work and progress over the last 6 weeks. Great job, everyone!

CONGRATULATIONS to our S.T.A.R. Puppy graduates!! These puppies are socialized with people and other puppies, they’ve le...
02/08/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to our S.T.A.R. Puppy graduates!! These puppies are socialized with people and other puppies, they’ve learned basic obedience and are comfortable being handled and examined with gentle restraint, and so much more!
Great job, pupppies and families!

The puppies had a great play session today!!!
02/08/2025

The puppies had a great play session today!!!

02/06/2025

Lots of puppy play in between instruction last night! Next week we will have a 3rd puppy joining us, so stay tuned for more fun clips!

02/06/2025

Pet owners, save this list should you find yourself in need of financial assistance with your pet's veterinary bills!

RESCUES.....Did you know...Think Like A Dog opens all obedience classes to FOSTER DOGS at NO CHARGE?Next class starts 2/...
02/06/2025

RESCUES.....Did you know...
Think Like A Dog opens all obedience classes to FOSTER DOGS at NO CHARGE?

Next class starts 2/13@ 6:00 pm!
PM me to add your foster dog!

Puppies! Puppies! Puppies! Welcome S.T.A.R. Puppies!
02/06/2025

Puppies! Puppies! Puppies! Welcome S.T.A.R. Puppies!

Especially right now….
01/31/2025

Especially right now….

Our hearts are breaking for the SOMD community and all others affected by this recent tragedy. Please accept our heartfe...
01/31/2025

Our hearts are breaking for the SOMD community and all others affected by this recent tragedy. Please accept our heartfelt, deepest condolences for the lives lost and those of their loved ones left behind to mourn them.

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Lots of puppy play in between instruction last night! Next week we will have a 3rd puppy joining us, so stay tuned for more fun clips!

Puppy class involves lots of learning and PLAY!!?

Poe keeps anxiety in check by solving puzzles. Giving your dogs brain games is a great way to add enrichment to their lives!❤️

Bigfoot is just starting to learn how to walk on a leash. When you’re a puppy and your yard is full of wonderful scents, you have to work extra hard. Baby steps are still steps!

TLAD Puppy bursts!
TLAD Puppy bursts!

Great puppy play !
Great puppy play !

It was a great night to learn and make new friends!! Puppy play serves a critical role in development of your puppy. Ask us how we can help!

We are proud to partner with St. Mary's County Animal Services to offer free obedience training to some of their residents through our Foster Free program! Hulk is currently taking our Basic Obedience class and he is quite the fella! He's smart, super playful, and just look at those eyes!!!! If you or someone you know might be interested in Hulk, please visit the St. Mary's County Animal Shelter.

This is Odoe playing with another dog in class . Odor is white with brown/red markings. **Odoe is taking advantage of our Free Fosters Program and is available for adoption through St Mary’s Animal Adoption and Resource Center located at 22975 FDR Blvd. *** He’s waiting for the love of his life to walk through the door ❤️

Our Level I students had a chance to play after class!

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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!