Is Balanced Canines Right for You?
My goal is to teach dog parents how to thoughtfully relate with their canine companions in a way that is positive, confident and understanding which produces balanced, well mannered canines as well as proud and fulfilled pet parents. If you are looking for a trainer that takes your dog for a certain period of time and hands them back "trained", then I am not your trainer. I am a skilled teacher who works with both you and your dog one on one or in a group setting, to help you build the knowledge, skills and confidence you will need to sustain the type of positive relationship with your pet that you desire long after our training sessions are over. My process always follows the LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Adverse) guidelines and focuses on teaching dog and puppy parents how to use patience, consistency, clarity, honesty, and respect to connect and relate with their dogs. In the words of my friend and Dog Relator Max Bitterman, "1. your dog thinks & operates like the best people you know & 2. your dog is socially brilliant." It is from this point of view that I approach my work in teaching you how to move forward with your canine family member.
I believe that training a dog should be fun, painless and enjoyable for both the human and dog and something that strengthens their special bond. This is why I NEVER use shock or e-collars, prong collars, metal choke chains, fear or intimidation to teach the puppy or dog anything. Through being thoughtful about setting up training/learning situations to be as stress free and positive as possible, it allows both dog and human to be successful as well as truly learn and grow together. Throughout our sessions, I teach humans how to better understand their dog’s body language and needs and to take stock in their own energy and what message they are relating to their dog or puppy both verbally and non-verbally in order to frame their interactions to promote connection and balance. I am a relationship based dog trainer as well as Family Dog Private Trainer" (Check out the video below about our special private sessions for families with children), and a Catch Canine Trainers Academy Mentor.
Currently I offer private sessions (both virtual and in person) for everything from: I just got a new puppy and have no idea what I am doing, I have had a dog in the past, but need some help with _____, I have a family and children and don’t know what I have gotten myself into… and HELP, my dog does _____ ….
I also offer group classes, so be sure to check our events page for updates on when those class offerings are and how to register, OR click “Join Now” at the top of the page to get added to our e-mail list and be updated when new classes are released.
Got kids AND a dog? You need FAMILY TRAINING!
Ready to turn your dream picture of the perfect family dog into a reality?
We have ALL the tools and support you’ll need to make it happen.
Check out the video here to find out about our specialized fun, effective and 100% positive family training package.
Want to book a specialized private session or Family Training Session package now? Click below on the “Book Now” button to get started setting up your session(s).
Services Offered:
New Puppy Consultations (Both before and after you get your new puppy)
Dogs/Puppies and Children/Families
Reactive Dogs
Fearful/Anxious Dogs
Separation Anxiety
Low-level Aggression
Behavioral Consultation
Obedience Training
Puppy Training/Socialization
In-Home Private Training Sessions
Group Training Sessions
Teaching Kids/Families Dog Safety