10/17/2026
YOUR DOG DOESN’T HAVE TO BE PERFECT. THEY JUST NEED THE RIGHT GUIDANCE, CONSISTENCY, AND TRAINING.
Does your dog pull you down the street instead of walking beside you? Ignore you when you call them? Jump on every person who walks through the door? Struggle with impulse control, reactivity, or listening around distractions? Maybe you have a new puppy and want to build good habits before bad ones develop.
Whatever stage you’re at with your dog, I’m here to help!
I offer dog training services for owners who want to improve obedience, work through behavioral challenges, build better communication, and develop skills that actually carry over into everyday life. Whether you have a brand-new puppy, an energetic adolescent, an adult dog who needs a refresher, or a dog struggling with more complicated behaviors, we can discuss your goals and find a realistic starting point.
PUPPY TRAINING
* Puppy foundations and early obedience
* Name recognition and engagement
* Potty-training guidance
* Crate-training guidance
* Puppy nipping and bite inhibition
* Jumping, mouthing, and unwanted puppy behaviors
* Socialization guidance and confidence building
* Handling, grooming, and veterinary-visit preparation
* Teaching calm behavior around people and other dogs
BASIC & ADVANCED OBEDIENCE
* Sit, down, stay, and extended duration
* Reliable recall and coming when called
* Heel and structured walking
* Loose-leash walking
* Place command and settling on a bed
* Leave it and drop it
* Wait, door manners, and threshold control
* Impulse control and patience
* Distance commands and improved responsiveness
* Obedience around distractions
* Off-leash obedience foundations, where appropriate and safe
EVERYDAY MANNERS
* Jumping on guests
* Excessive barking
* Begging and stealing food
* Rushing through doors
* Pulling toward people, dogs, or distractions
* Difficulty settling in the house
* Counter surfing
* Destructive habits
* Overexcitement around visitors
* Improving focus around distractions
BEHAVIORAL TRAINING
* Leash reactivity
* Reactivity toward dogs or unfamiliar people
* Fearful or nervous behavior
* Confidence-building exercises
* Frustration and overarousal
* Resource-guarding management and behavior modification
* Handling sensitivity
* Separation-related behavior support
* Creating calmer routines and better coping skills
Behavioral cases are evaluated individually. Some concerns may require veterinary input or a qualified behavior professional, depending on the dog’s needs.
SPECIALIZED & PRACTICAL TRAINING
* Service-dog obedience foundations
* Public-access obedience foundations
* Car manners and safe travel routines
* Calm behavior in pet-friendly public environments
* Multi-dog household manners
* Cooperative care and grooming manners
* Introducing structure into daily routines
* Enrichment and mental-stimulation planning
* Training plans for high-energy working breeds
* Refresher training for dogs who need to rebuild their foundations
PROGRAM OPTIONS
I offer different training options depending on your dog’s needs, your goals, and the amount of work involved. Options may include individual training sessions, multi-week obedience programs, puppy packages, focused command packages, and longer-term behavioral training.
Not every dog needs the same program, and I’m not going to promise overnight results. Real progress comes from consistency, realistic expectations, and owners who are willing to continue practicing between sessions.
MY TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
I believe a well-trained dog is more than a dog that knows a list of commands. Training should help owners understand their dogs, communicate clearly, reinforce desirable behavior, and manage unwanted behavior responsibly. I use a balanced training approach, with methods and tools selected according to the individual dog, the situation, welfare considerations, and the handler’s ability to use them correctly.
My goal is to help owners develop practical skills they can use in real life, not just have a dog that performs in one familiar setting.
INTERESTED IN GETTING STARTED?
I offer a FREE initial evaluation to discuss your dog’s current behavior, your goals, and which services may be appropriate.
To inquire, please message me with:
* Your dog’s name, breed, and age
* Your main training goals
* Any behavioral concerns
* What you have already tried, if applicable
I also consider service-for-service arrangements depending on the service being offered.
Whether you’re raising your first puppy or trying to work through a challenge you’ve been dealing with for months, you’re welcome to reach out. No judgment, no expectation that your dog already knows everything, and no one-size-fits-all promises.
LET’S WORK TOWARD A DOG YOU CAN BETTER UNDERSTAND, COMMUNICATE WITH, AND RELY ON.
Message me to discuss your options and get started!
