Side Quest Dog Training

Side Quest Dog Training Side Quest Dog Training helps dogs and their humans navigate life's side quests through personalized, relationship-focused training.
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From puppies and reactivity to service dogs, we believe in connection, not perfection. I've been a dog trainer for 7 years. I grew up in Wisconsin with gun dogs, my dad was also a trainer! Working as a dog trainer is all about continuing education and connecting with people. It is my passion to learn everything I can about dog behavior and how I can help people who struggle with their animals. My

training method is simple, it's all about your dog and you. We work together to find what motivates and deters your dog to behave in a way that makes them easy to live with. The training program is completely customized to fit you and your dog. After all your dog is only half the picture. How they fit into your life is the other part. I have worked with everything from behavior modification, leash manners, basic/advanced obedience, puppy training, life skills, household manners, and service dog training. My real passion projects in training are psychiatric and mobility service dogs and trick training. I love discovering a dog's potential and expanding on it. Whether it's just a little dog who's parents want him to spin because it's cute or a big dog who could offer peace of mind with well behaved "scary dog privilage". Training is all about what you need for your life and how we can fullfill your dog's needs as well.

Tell me something spontaneous you did this week!
08/29/2026

Tell me something spontaneous you did this week!

08/28/2026

When was the last time you practiced doing absolutely nothing with your dog? It’s more important than you think.

Thor did so well on his first flight! We loved working with him and his parents and hope to see them come back to the US...
08/12/2026

Thor did so well on his first flight! We loved working with him and his parents and hope to see them come back to the US permanently.

His flight was 14hrs long!

08/10/2026

Which one of our guild members would you choose to take on a dangerous adventure??

Airport training for these two! Luca is getting his confidence boosted as we work to make him a strong supporter for his...
08/10/2026

Airport training for these two! Luca is getting his confidence boosted as we work to make him a strong supporter for his mom. He loves working but needs to know the parameters of new situations!

When we enter a new zone, he must know all the rules and expectations or he gets overwhelmed by all the possibilities! So much excitement everywhere, how could he possibly handle it all?!

Luckily, mom has already done amazing foundation work with him. So all we need to do is show him that he already knows what to do 💕

Breaking News: Dogs continue to make questionable life choices.The good news?They get dramatically better with consisten...
07/30/2026

Breaking News: Dogs continue to make questionable life choices.

The good news?

They get dramatically better with consistency and an experienced coach.

If you’ve been bouncing between YouTube videos, random Facebook advice, and your neighbor who “used to have a dog,” maybe it’s time for a different strategy.

Our 4-Month Coaching Program gives you:
•Two 2-hour private lessons every month
•A customized training plan
•Access to a trainer in between lessons
•Professional guidance that changes as your dog progresses

$550/month

Invest in your dog to see lasting results.

Limited enrollment available. Message us before these spots are filled.

Call or Text: (959) 264-1433
Email: [email protected]

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Market Manners: Successfully Completed.Today’s mission included:✔️ Strange people✔️ New smells✔️ Crocheted creatures tha...
07/29/2026

Market Manners: Successfully Completed.

Today’s mission included:
✔️ Strange people
✔️ New smells
✔️ Crocheted creatures that looked edible
✔️ Children
✔️ Other dogs
✔️ Absolutely zero need to jump on everyone

Field trips like this aren’t about showing off obedience.

They’re about helping dogs build the skills to exist comfortably in the real world: to observe, relax, recover, and make good choices even when life gets interesting.

Sometimes training looks a lot less like drilling commands…

…and a lot more like sitting under a vendor tent while your human debates whether they really need another handmade item.

That’s character development.

What side quest has your dog been on lately?

07/28/2026

If you’ve been around here for a while, you’ve probably heard me mention Sarah from Sarah Balboni .

There’s a reason for that.

Board & trains get a bad reputation because too many people promise quick fixes. Sarah doesn’t.

She takes the time to understand why a dog is struggling instead of just suppressing the behavior long enough for a handoff photo. She builds lasting change by changing the dog’s understanding of the world—not just teaching them to comply.

That means the work she does actually carries over into everyday life.

When one of our clients needs a board & train, she’s one of the first people we recommend because we know she’ll treat your dog like an individual, not a checklist.

Good training isn’t about shortcuts.
It’s about building a dog that’s genuinely doing better.

If you’re wondering whether a board & train is the right path for your dog, send us a message. We’ll happily talk through your options—even if that means pointing you toward Sarah. Your dog’s journey matters more than who gets the credit.

The Retractable Leash: A Tale of Controversy 😅
07/25/2026

The Retractable Leash: A Tale of Controversy 😅

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