My goal with each dog that I work with is to create a balanced, relaxed, and calm four-legged family member. Inclusion in daily family life is the best reward a dog can receive and a well-behaved dog is easy to have in your home and take with you wherever you may go. Rather than be solely food-focused or suppression-based, I will utilize structured play, off-leash freedom, appropriate dog-dog play, high value treats, and more as the foundation to teach your dog all of his/her obedience. I will recognize what truly motivates your dog and build upon it to make training and learning fun for your dog. By finding what reinforces your dog to use as reward in training, I will create habits so that your dog will go home and WANT to work WITH you. As well, I will be using very clear and effective communication techniques through classical and operant conditioning, so that your dog understands what is expected in a very clear and concise way. All of these concepts will become the basis to teach your dog about cooperation, rules, boundaries, consequences and is an amazing way to transfer the learning back to you. I strive for MOTIVATING the dog to want to obey you rather than be forced or manipulated to obey you and your obedience commands. 

I work with all breeds and temperaments and I address a wide range of issues from basic obedience to severe anxiety and even dog and human aggression. Through my training programs, I can help you train your new puppy or your happy-go-lucky dog to have great obedience and manners OR I can rehabilitate your fearful or aggressive dog into a much better version of the dog they already are and to help you become the leader they need you to be. I treat each dog on a case-by-case basis.  I will decide which tools and methods to use with your dog once I understand what he/she needs and I will share my plan with you before the training begins if you request. You will be able to watch videos on my Facebook page (not only as part of your homework) but to see your dogs progress, to check in with their temperament, and see their overall well-being is. Nothing is hidden.

My goal for you as a client is to help create a lifelong harmonious relationship between you and your dog.  I also want to foster a long lasting connection with you and be available in the future should you need more assistance.