Mirror Image K9

06/20/2026

One of the biggest reasons small dogs become so unbalanced is because we don’t hold them to the same expectations as bigger dogs.

When a Great Dane doesn’t want to move, we teach them how to respond to pressure. When a Chihuahua doesn’t want to move, we pick them up.

When a German Shepherd jumps on guests, we address it. When a Yorkie jumps on guests, we laugh.

When a Labrador barks nonstop, we call it a problem. When a Dachshund does it, we call it personality.

The problem isn’t the size of the dog. The problem is that small dogs are often robbed of opportunities to learn.

They don’t learn how to work through pressure because they’re carried away from it. They don’t learn how to navigate frustration because someone steps in and fixes it for them. They don’t learn accountability because their behavior isn’t viewed as a big enough problem to address.

And then years later, people wonder why their little dog is anxious, reactive, demanding, or difficult to live with.

Your small dog deserves the same clarity, structure, accountability, and leadership that you’d give a 100-pound dog. Not because they’re big. Because they’re a dog.

And dogs become balanced when they’re given opportunities to learn, not opportunities to avoid.

06/18/2026

Summer is better when you can enjoy it with your dog.

Whether you’re working on leash walking, recall, reactivity, puppy training, or simply building a better relationship, now is the perfect time to get started.

Through July 31st, all New Client Training Sessions are 15% off.

Ready to start summer strong? Head to the website to book online or give us a call!

Professional Dog Training and Structured Day Camp Services
Educating Humans. Translating for Dogs.

06/16/2026

Testimonial Tuesday!

06/15/2026

Head to Paw Partner to book your spot!

Chiropractic and Magnawave services will be on July 2nd!

06/13/2026

A thermometer reflects the temperature of the room.

A thermostat changes it.

When your dog is anxious, fearful, reactive, frustrated, or overexcited, it’s easy to get pulled into their emotional state. Before long, we’re adapting to our dog’s energy instead of influencing it.

But if your dog is struggling, somebody needs to stay grounded. They don’t need another participant in the chaos. They need a leader, not a passenger.

The goal isn’t to ignore your dog’s emotions. The goal is to avoid being consumed by them. Your dog’s fear doesn’t need your fear. Your dog’s anxiety doesn’t need your anxiety. Your dog’s excitement doesn’t need your excitement.

They need your stability. Because when your calm is louder than their fear, your dog finally has something worth following.

06/06/2026

Imagine you’re lying in bed in the middle of the night when you hear glass shatter somewhere in your house. Which response would make you feel safer?

Your partner gets up, tells you to stay where you are, call 911, and they’ll go check it out. Or…your partner rolls over, gives you a hug, and repeatedly tells you, “It’s okay.”

Most of us would choose the first option. Not because we don’t want comfort, but because in moments of uncertainty, we need information more than affection. Dogs are no different.

When your dog is unsure about something, our instinct is often to comfort them. We pet them, talk sweetly to them, and reassure them that everything is okay.

The problem is that we have information they don’t. We know the thunderstorm isn’t dangerous. We know the stranger walking by isn’t a threat. We know the vacuum cleaner isn’t going to attack them. Our dog doesn’t know any of that.

So when we offer affection without direction, we’re often providing comfort without clarity. Direction, on the other hand, gives your dog information.

A clear expectation.
A job to focus on.
A leader worth following.

Direction communicates, “I’ve assessed the situation. I’ve got this. Here’s what we’re going to do.” And that’s what creates safety.

Affection has its place. But when your dog is struggling with uncertainty, direction is often the more loving choice. Because direction is affection with a purpose.

06/04/2026

Come join our team!

Head to Indeed and look up Mirror Image K9 to submit your application.

06/01/2026

Four years ago today, we opened Mirror Image K9 Behavior Center. We had our first day of Day Camp. We held our first sessions at the center.

Four years ago, we began the most amazing journey.

Over the past four years, I’ve had the privilege of meeting so many incredible humans and dogs. I’ve watched relationships grow, obstacles be overcome, new skills be learned, and opportunities open up for both dogs and their humans. Not only have I seen relationships grow, we’ve been able to witness the very beginning of them. Working with and helping so many dogs find their perfect families has been the honor of a lifetime.

I’ve also somehow found myself connecting with dog owners all over the country. I’ve watched a community form made up of people who have never met in real life, yet are always there to support one another. (Shoutout MIK9 Extended members!) We’ve had people travel from all over the country to learn from us, and that still blows my mind. I never could have imagined this career would allow me to work with so many amazing people and their dogs who live nowhere near me.

And last, but nowhere near least, I’ve watched my team exceed every expectation I ever had for them and then some. The quality of trainers they are still impresses me every single day. The way they show up for their clients, their dogs, and each other makes me so incredibly proud to know them, and even prouder to be part of the same team.

To all of you who have supported us, thank you doesn’t even begin to cover it. You’ve helped make my dreams come true, and I can’t wait to keep living them every single day.

05/30/2026

Here's what we have coming up for June!