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The Trusted Companion

McGaheysville, Virginia

5/5· 45 Google reviews

About The Trusted Companion

Brant Weller is a professional dog trainer with years of experience helping dogs and their owners. At The Trusted Companion, he focuses on addressing behavior challenges such as aggression and anxiety. His services also include obedience training on and off leash, scent detection, and tracking. What makes The Trusted Companion different is Brant’s calm and consistent training style. He works closely with each dog and owner to build trust, improve behavior, and support long-term progress. If you’re looking for a reliable dog trainer, contact The Trusted Companion today to learn how we can help you and your dog work better together.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training
  • House training
    Program details

    Our potty training service teaches dogs reliable bathroom routines using clear cues and positive reinforcement. Ideal for puppies, rescues, and dogs struggling with indoor accidents.

  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
    Program details

    Puppy training helps build good habits early through basic obedience, socialization, and behavior guidance. Our puppy training programs focus on leash skills, commands, confidence, and positive learning in a safe setting.

  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    With dog board and train programs, your dog stays with a professional trainer and receives daily training. This approach helps build obedience, manners, and confidence through consistent routines.

  • In-home training
  • Private training
    Program details

    Our private dog training sessions provide personalized guidance for dogs of all ages. Work directly with a professional trainer to address obedience, behavior issues, and everyday challenges at your dog’s pace.

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training
    Program details

    Basic Dog Training helps dogs learn essential skills like sit, stay, leash walking, and polite behavior at home and in public. Ideal for puppies and adult dogs, this training builds focus, confidence, and clear communication between you and your dog.

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support Customer-reported
  • Photo updates Customer-reported
  • Refresher training Customer-reported

Assistance and working dogs

  • Police K9 training
  • Protection training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding

Other listed services

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  • Dog Behavior and Specialty Training
    Program details

    Dog behavior and specialty training designed for dogs with reactivity, fear, anxiety, or aggression. We address the root causes of behavior issues using personalized, real-world training.

  • Electronic Collars
  • Marker Training
    Program details

    Marker training uses clear signals like a click or verbal marker to reward good behavior at the right moment. This method improves communication, builds focus, and helps dogs learn faster through positive, consistent feedback.

  • Scent and Working Dog Training
    Program details

    Professional scent and working dog training that builds focus, confidence, and reliability. Ideal for detection work, sport, and task-based roles using structured, reward-based methods.

Confirm current programs and availability directly.

Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

I have a 4 month old chihuahua that is very obedient when just the two of us but when children are around my pup is totally uncontrollable. How long would it take to train him and could my grandson interact on training?

Hi Lori! It depends what options your interested in. Check them out at www.TheTrustedCompanion.com/packages

Community answer · The Trusted Companion · 2025-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 545 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Obedience 9
  • Board and train 7
  • Daily videos 6
  • Dog psychology 5
  • Obedient dog 3
  • Anxiety training 2
All 10 topics
  • Calm dogs 2
  • Command following 2
  • Confident dog 2
  • Refresher class 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

47 collected reviews

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Jasmine Bolen
5/5
Brant was absolutely amazing. He’s very upfront and honest regarding your dog’s situation. He advised us Bear was the most severe case of anxiety that he has seen, but Brant did really well with him. We took him on vacation with us as soon as we got him back so it was a little ha…Read full reviewClose full review

Brant was absolutely amazing. He’s very upfront and honest regarding your dog’s situation. He advised us Bear was the most severe case of anxiety that he has seen, but Brant did really well with him. We took him on vacation with us as soon as we got him back so it was a little hard for Bear to adjust but it was great!! We took him everywhere, he plays with the kids, he listens off leash. I couldn’t have asked for a better trainer! I loved the daily updates and I don’t think I could’ve asked for a better outcome. We wouldn't deal with anyone else!

Whitney Huffman
5/5

My puppy doll was so good after we left

Kaitlin Ilnitzki
5/5
If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional dog trainer for anxiety, reactivity, or aggression issues, we highly recommend Trusted Companion and Brant Weller. Our 2-year-old rescue dog, Bosco, struggled with severe anxiety that often led to aggressive behaviors. We coul…Read full reviewClose full review

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional dog trainer for anxiety, reactivity, or aggression issues, we highly recommend Trusted Companion and Brant Weller. Our 2-year-old rescue dog, Bosco, struggled with severe anxiety that often led to aggressive behaviors. We couldn’t comfortably have guests in our home, and taking Bosco out in public was stressful for everyone involved. We enrolled him in Trusted Companion’s Board & Train program, and the results have been life-changing. Brant was professional, communicative, and clearly experienced in dog psychology and behavior training. He provided daily video updates throughout the program, which gave us confidence in Bosco’s progress and continue to serve as helpful training resources. He also spent extensive time with us at the end of the training, explaining his methods, the importance of structured play, and how to reinforce Bosco’s progress at home. The transformation in Bosco has been incredible. He is noticeably more confident, calmer, happier, and better equipped to handle situations that previously caused fear and aggression. What truly sets Brant apart is his continued support after training and his genuine investment in both the dog and the owners’ success. Trusted Companion didn’t just train our dog, they helped bring out the best version of Bosco

Caitlin Borland
5/5
Sending Heidi, our English yellow Labrador puppy, to Brant Weller for the three week board and train was the best decision we could have made for our family. Brant is a world-class trainer who is as patient as he is knowledgeable. He is kind, easy to work with and welcomed Heidi …Read full reviewClose full review

Sending Heidi, our English yellow Labrador puppy, to Brant Weller for the three week board and train was the best decision we could have made for our family. Brant is a world-class trainer who is as patient as he is knowledgeable. He is kind, easy to work with and welcomed Heidi into his home. He didn’t just teach her commands; he taught her how to play and gave her the tools to be a well adjusted dog. The transformation is amazing - she went from nipping and jumping on the kids to a trusted companion. When Heidi returned home, Brant spent hours with us, setting us up for success to continue her training. We can’t recommend him enough. If you’re in need of a trainer, Brant is certainly someone you want on your team! - Caitlin & Matt Borland

Toni Bentel Bailey
5/5
Brant provided his 3 week boarding with training to Jude, a 7+y/o lab in the process of adoption. As Jude's guardian (previous owner recently deceased), using TTC in the transition was the best decision I could have made to provide proven guidance. Brant detailed every step of …Read full reviewClose full review

Brant provided his 3 week boarding with training to Jude, a 7+y/o lab in the process of adoption. As Jude's guardian (previous owner recently deceased), using TTC in the transition was the best decision I could have made to provide proven guidance. Brant detailed every step of the process completing the program with comprehensive training for both the new owner and myself/my husband. Jude received extensive training, classical condition, trial & error play and appeared to have a great time in the daily videos Brant provided. Attention to many details impressed me and we are very happy with Brant Weller and The Trusted Companion.

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