“Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen”

I believe puppies are like little sponges and that everything we do with them now shapes their future behavior and temperament. As soon as you bring your new puppy home they begin learning what is and isn’t acceptable. As much as we all want to just love on them and spoil their little cute faces many of these behavioral issues start NOW. And a few months down the road we are wondering where it all went wrong & are oftentimes left feeling defeated and hopeless. I like to focus on exposure training with puppies rather than obedience. For example exposing them to as many sounds, sniffs, people, animals & scenarios as possible to set them up to be confident adult dogs. Obedience can be taught later a lot easier than confidence. If you’re struggling with potty training, nipping, recall or just want start out on the right paw send an inquiry. I will work with you to create a personalized game plan for you and your pup. This could look like a board & train, daily trains, or even just a few lessons to get you started. 

Are you having issues with your adult dog? Reactivity, recall, walking on leash, destructive behavior, blowing you off the list goes on… I prefer a holistic approach when training adult dogs. This means taking a look at all the factors in the dogs life. What does their life look like? What are they eating? What things do they get to do for their fulfillment? Do they get to do things that are natural for them? How do you and your family act around them? As my mentor has taught me “dogs are our mirrors.” If we are anxious all the time, guess what? Our dogs will be too. Each dog is uniquely different and needs different things. Let’s work together to make your lives more than just sustainable, but fulfilling for you both. I will help you through board & trains, daily training or even individual lessons. 

If location or schedules are an issue for you let’s try online training! One on one video calls addressing any issues you’re having. Or maybe you’re not specifically having “issues” but want some advice? Schedule a call with me. I can support you through the call(s) as well as send video demonstrations and may ask you to send some back to see if you and your pup are picking it up. This is for self starters willing to put in the work. Don’t let a busy schedule hold you and your pup back.