Why NOVA Canine Academy?

  • Our Commitment To Quality

    At NOVA Canine Academy, we don’t just train dogs — we train people too. We believe in educating our clients and empowering them to continue the training process long after their dog’s stay with us. This is why we focus on clear communication and hands-on training techniques that clients can use at home.

  • Video Catalog & Documentation

    You’ll receive a catalog of training videos, documenting major sessions for future reference and progress tracking. Also included is unlimited access to our Board & Train Course, helping you become the best possible dog owner after training.

  • Transparency

    We share training videos publicly at every stage. Transparency is key—unlike some companies, we show you the full process.

  • Trusted by Millions

    With over 1 million followers on social media, Ethan Steinberg, our head trainer and CEO leads the way in dog training and behavior modification globally.

How It Works

Why 4 or 6 Weeks?

Many companies promise off-leash training or complete behavior modification in just two weeks, but this simply isn’t realistic. At NOVA Canine Academy, we know that lasting behavior change takes time and consistency. Our 4-week and 6-week programs are designed to provide the necessary time for comprehensive training.

  • Day 1-10

    Focus on loose leash walking, heel, and basic obedience. These are foundational skills that all dogs need to master.

  • Day 11-21

    Introduce the e-collar and begin minor behavior modification, addressing issues like barking, jumping, and general thresholds.

  • Day 21-28

    This phase focuses on severe behavior modification (e.g., reactivity, aggression, resource guarding, fear-based behaviors), where the real transformation occurs.

  • Day 28+

    This is the fun part! Generalization. Your dog will experience more and more environments, continually reinforcing our training.

Two weeks simply isn’t enough to address both basic training and deeper behavior issues. Our 4-week and 6-week programs allow for thorough work with your dog, including both foundational skills and more complex behavior challenges. Quality training takes time — and that’s exactly what we provide.

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About us

About NOVA Canine Academy

At NOVA Canine Academy, our elite Board & Train program transforms your dog’s behavior in a structured, home-based environment. Every dog receives personalized attention from NCA Certified Trainers who specialize in obedience, behavior modification, and off-leash reliability. Your dog lives in a safe, family setting while learning clear communication, boundaries, and confidence. Clients receive weekly video updates with real progress they can see and apply at home. Trusted by dog owners nationwide and backed by over 1 million followers online, NCA offers the highest standard of balanced training in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland.

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Pricing

  • 4 Week Board & Train

    ✅ Your Dog Lives with a Certified Trainer in a family environment

    ✅ Great All-Around Obedience Program

    ✅ Moderate to High Distraction Off-Leash Training

    ✔️ E-collar Included

    ✔️ NCA Board & Train Course Included

    $6,000*

    *6 & 12 Month Financing Options for FREE (0% APR) via Affirm

  • 6 Week Board & Train

    ✅ Service Dog Level Obedience

    ✅ Extreme Distraction Off-Leash Training

    ✅ Complete Rehabilitation of Aggression, Reactivity, or Resource Guarding Issues

    ✔️ E-collar Included

    ✔️ NCA Board & Train Course Included

    $8,500*

    *6 & 12 Month Financing Options for FREE (0% APR) via Affirm

We Get It... It's Not Cheap.

We believe the service we provide makes the cost well worth it. After all it’s YOUR dog we are talking about.

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