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Find Your Zen Dog Training Dog trainers located in the Matsu Valley, teaching classes in Anchorage. We're here to help!

We offer group classes, private lessons, board and train, and a day training program. To see more on those, check out our website www.fyzdogtraining.com or here to see our schedule for services https://fyzservices.as.me/

If you have a dog that struggles with reactivity, human or dog aggression, grooming, vet visits, resource guarding, or a...
10/14/2026

If you have a dog that struggles with reactivity, human or dog aggression, grooming, vet visits, resource guarding, or anything that has the potential to become a safety concern or liability, please don’t wait until something happens to seek help.

It’s so much easier to address these behaviors before there’s an incident, and getting help early can make such a difference!

And if you’ve already reached out for help but didn’t get what you needed, mesh well with the trainer, didn’t feel comfortable with their approach, or simply didn’t have a good experience, please don’t give up there.

There are so many different trainers, training styles, and approaches out there.
Finding someone you trust and feel comfortable working with matters.

I actually had a client who completed two rounds of group classes with us. They made some really great progress, but ultimately their dog needed more than what I was able to offer through our classes.

They ended up going to another trainer and were really happy with the results!

And I LOVE that!

I’m genuinely happy when people find what works for them and their dogs, even when that means continuing their training journey somewhere else.

Sometimes one trainer can help build a foundation, but another trainer or program may be better equipped to help with the next steps. That doesn’t mean the previous training was a waste or that anyone failed.
It just means the dog needed something different!

And that includes us!

If you’ve worked with Find Your Zen and we weren’t the right fit, or you feel like your dog needs something different than what we offer, please reach out.
We’re always happy to point you toward other trainers or resources that may be a better fit.

We understand that we aren’t going to be the right trainer for every person or every dog, and that’s completely okay.

I don’t believe dog training should be about competing for clients or making people feel like they have to stick with one trainer forever.

At the end of the day, my goal has always been to help dogs and their people live happier, safer, and more enjoyable lives together.

Whether that happens with us, another trainer, or a combination of both, I’m just happy to see dogs and their owners succeeding💜

Yesterday was Perro's sixth Birthday! I fostered his mom after we found out she was pregnant and Perro was born in my ha...
10/12/2026

Yesterday was Perro's sixth Birthday!

I fostered his mom after we found out she was pregnant and Perro was born in my hands.

As the days and weeks went on, Perro really stood out to me.

Years later and he's still one of the best decisions we made.

He's super sweet, very goofy, loves to do the things.

He's my husky/bully mutt and I wouldn't trade him for anything.

Happy Birthday kid 💜

(My husband also made pup cakes and got special goodies for ALL the pups, so if your pup is boarding with us, they got some good stuff
too 😉💜)

10/10/2026

Nova is looking for a new home 💜

Nova is a spayed one year old German Shepherd/Golden Retriever/Poodle mix.

She is a medium to high energy and medium to high drive girl who needs a home that can provide the structure, consistency, and mental and physical outlets she thrives on.

Due to some concerns around children, Nova cannot be placed in a home with kids.

This is a firm requirement for her safety and everyone else’s.

Her ideal home would be with a single person or couple looking for an adventure buddy and a dog they can really be involved with.
Hiking, training, exploring, dog sports.

Nova is the type of dog who wants to do things with you.

She gets along with some other dogs, but she can be a lot 😅 and needs someone who is comfortable managing her and reminding her when it’s time to settle down.

She’s only had limited experience around cats and while she has been around one successfully, I think a home without cats would probably be the best fit.

Nova has spent several weeks with me in a Board & Train program and has built a really solid training foundation, including e-collar training.

Because I want to make sure she continues to be successful in her new home, anyone who adopts Nova will be required to continue working with me through group classes or private lessons.
First group class will be included with her.

She’s a really fun, sweet, busy, twitchy type of dog. She has a ton of personality and would be an absolute blast for the right person who enjoys training and wants a dog they can really do things with.

This is an incredibly difficult decision for everyone involved, and we’re not looking for just any home, we’re looking for the right home for Nova.

There is a re🏠ing fee of three hundred dollars.

If you think you might be a good fit, please reach out and tell me a little about yourself, your household, your other pets, and what you’re looking for in a dog💜

We want to wish Kuma a happy second Birthday! She's come soo far in her time with her mom and her mom has worked really ...
10/09/2026

We want to wish Kuma a happy second Birthday!

She's come soo far in her time with her mom and her mom has worked really hard to get to where they are. They even got their BH title last weekend!

Happy Birthday floof 💜💜

Nyx and Baloo are two current board and train pups 💜 Nyx is a young malinois that's working on ignoring all the distract...
10/07/2026

Nyx and Baloo are two current board and train pups 💜

Nyx is a young malinois that's working on ignoring all the distractions around her.

Baloo is also a young malinois mix who's working really hard on putting his listening ears on.

Both are doing really well and will have videos posted soon!

My husband and I have raised six puppies together over our eleven years together, and I raised two before we got togethe...
10/07/2026

My husband and I have raised six puppies together over our eleven years together, and I raised two before we got together. So over the last 16 years, I’ve raised eight puppies into adulthood.

At this point, we have a really good system in place.

We micromanage our puppies quite a bit😅, but we do it in a way that sets everyone up for success.

We prevent bad habits where we can, reinforce the things we like, and try to help mold our puppies into dogs we genuinely enjoy living with.

Rookie is a really good, easy puppy(so far).

He came to us with a lot of qualities we really value, and the foundation his breeder gave him has made a noticeable difference.
We’re also putting a lot of intention into how we raise him now, so we’re trying to build on those strengths and help him become the best dog he can be.

Potty training has gone incredibly well. He leaves things alone when we tell him to, although we’re still staying on top of him so he continues making good choices. He LOVES training. He checks in constantly no matter where we go. Crate training and being in his pen have both been incredibly easy.

He’s just a puppy we genuinely enjoy having and raising.

But unfortunately, not every puppy can be Rookie.

Some puppies really struggle with potty training. Some are incredibly mouthy. Some are extreme chewers who seem dedicated to putting absolutely everything in their mouths. Some are independent and have zero interest in cuddling. Some struggle to settle. Some are impulsive, intense, sensitive, fearful, or just plain difficult.

And sometimes I think the best thing you can do is throw out the picture you had in your head when you brought your puppy home and start looking at the puppy you actually have in front of you.

That doesn’t mean you stop training them or working toward your goals.

It means you adjust your expectations, management, and training to the individual puppy you have.

Sometimes you get an easy puppy and get to enjoy almost every stage.

Sometimes you get a puppy where you genuinely just have to survive adolescence😅.
You keep putting in the work, stay consistent, and eventually come out the other side with a dog you absolutely adore.

And sometimes, despite everyone’s best efforts, a puppy and a family simply aren’t the right fit for each other. And that’s okay, too.

Puppies can be difficult. They can be exhausting and frustrating and make you question why you ever thought getting one was a good idea😅.

But they’re also babies trying to figure out how to exist in our very human world.

Manage them. Teach them. Advocate for them. Give them appropriate outlets. Prevent the things you don’t want them practicing and reinforce the things you want to see more of.

And most importantly, raise the puppy you have in front of you, not the puppy you imagined you were going to have💜

And if you're struggling, please reach out!

09/30/2026

One of Rookies obedience sessions 💜

Working on engagement, the beginning of his focused heel(which we'll need for the obedience sports we're going to do), working through Zest being a distraction(if you have multiple dogs and you have a hard time focusing on just one or the other/s are being too much, you can put them in their kennels, a bedroom, or tether them away from you), eye contact, and stays.

He's such a fun, good puppy that I'm enjoying very much!

Zest also thinks he's great and is really happy to have a brother that loves playing with him 😂💜

💜 A Little Something From Find Your Zen! 💜With our next round of group classes starting next week, we have a couple of o...
09/24/2026

💜 A Little Something From Find Your Zen! 💜

With our next round of group classes starting next week, we have a couple of openings remaining, and I’d love to use them to give back to our community!

Something I’ve always strived for is keeping my prices reasonable because, at the end of the day, my main goal has always been to help dogs and their humans.

I know that professional dog training isn’t always financially accessible, and sometimes the families who could really benefit from it simply aren’t in a position to make it happen.

So, I’d like to offer TWO completely FREE spots in our upcoming 6-week Beginner Obedience classes to families who may be experiencing financial hardship.

These spots will include the same training, support, and opportunities as any other enrollment.
No strings attached.

Whether you have a new puppy, an adolescent dog who’s testing your patience, or an older dog who could use some help with their manners, I’d love to help!

Who qualifies?

* Families who are financially unable to afford the $170 enrollment fee.
* Puppies 6 months and younger must be able to attend our Monday class at 6:15 PM.
* Dogs 7 months and older must be able to attend our Monday class at 7:30 PM.
* Owners must be committed to attending classes and practicing with their dogs throughout the six weeks.

Please note that these classes are not appropriate for dogs displaying human or dog aggression.

How to enter:

Simply send me a brief private message telling me a little about your pup and why you’d like to attend!

You do NOT need to share your personal financial situation publicly, and I won’t be asking for proof of hardship.
I just ask that these spots go to families who genuinely need the assistance and are dedicated to working with their dogs.

Entries will close Saturday, September 26th, at 8:30 PM.
At that time, I’ll put all eligible names into a jar and randomly select two families!

The selected families will be contacted privately💜

Let’s help a couple more dogs and their humans find their Zen!

https://fyzservices.as.me/

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4865 E Fairview Loop
Wasilla, AK
99654

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 9pm - 5pm

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+19075211606

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