Shoreline K9

08/18/2026

🐾Why I chose to be a balanced trainer🐾
There are many approaches to dog training, and I believe there is value in learning from all of them.
Force-free training works well for many trainers and many dogs. I don't believe it's "wrong" and I don't believe balanced training is the only way to train.
It's simply the approach that fits me best.
I chose balanced training because I like having more than one way to communicate with a dog.
I want to be able to reward when they make the right choice. I also want to be able to clearly communicate when a choice isn't something I'm looking for.
For me it's about communication, structure, and balance.
Every dog is different.
I don't believe in training every dog exactly the same way. I believe in looking at the dog in front of me and figuring out what helps that particular dog learn and succeed.
Balanced training is simply the philosophy that aligns with how I want to train, how I want to communicate, and how I want to help clients.

08/07/2026

🐾Meet the Trainer🐾 10 years in the making!
If we haven't met yet, I'm the founder, owner, and trainer of Shoreline K9.
What started as a passion for my own dogs has grown into nearly 10 years of helping dogs and their owners build better relationships, better communication, and a better life together.
In 2027, Shoreline K9 will officially celebrate 10 years in business. Ten years of dogs, people, challenges, successes, learned lessons, and countless memories. And I am incredibly grateful for every client who has trusted me with their dog.
I am a balanced dog trainer, which means I believe training should be about much more than simply teaching commands.
Dogs need structure. They need clear communication. They need boundaries. They need motivation and rewards. And sometimes, they need fair and appropriate consequences when they make the wrong choice.
Balanced training, to me, is about looking at the individual dog in front of me and using the tools and techniques that best help that dog understand what is expected of them.
There isn't a one size fits all approach to dogs.
Some need confidence. Some need boundaries. Some need impulse control. Some need to learn how to simply slow down and think.
And sometimes, the biggest part of training isn't actually the dog- its helping the human understand their dog.
Over the next year, as we get closer to our 10 year anniversary, I want to share more of the story behind Shoreline K9, what I believe about dog training, and the experiences that have shaped the way I train today. So if you are new here..
Welcome to Shoreline K9.
And if you've been with me along the way- Thank You!
The best part of the these last 10 years hasn't been the business.
It's been the dogs!❤️

06/30/2026

Every single German Shepherd right now! They can blow a coat with the turn of the wind! If you know, you know!😊🐕

04/27/2026

Does your dog need a PA (Poopeaters Anonymous)intervention?💩💩🐕
We've all seen our dogs find that unknown surprise in the grass like it was a gift from the bakery placed there especially for them.
Fact is this is a common behavior that many dogs like to take part of.
There are several ways to stay ahead of this behavior.
1; Keeping the yard scooped and free of waste, 2; teaching a leaving it command , and 3; checking in with your vet to make sure there isn't any enzyme deficiencies or nutritional imbalances.
If your pup needs support with this let us know 😊

04/14/2026

🐾Training Tip🐾
Play can be a very powerful reward. It's not always just about the toy, but your engagement with the toy. Dogs just want to have fun! So go have fun😃 Follow for more tips!

04/12/2026

🐾Training Tip🐾
Ever wonder how to get your pup to hold a position?
That's where a terminal marker comes in.
A terminal marker is a word(break, free, or ok) or even a clicker that tells your pup that is ok to leave their position.
To teach this you will need to add value to the word or clicker you want to use. Start by using food( you can use their meal food for this or a high value treat), give the marker word or clicker sound, then a handful of food. Word 'free'; give food. 'Free'; give food. Over several sessions pup should start looking to you when hearing their marker waiting for their reward. When teaching the marker you don't need to ask anything of your pup. For now just freely give the marker, then food. This can also make for a fun game with lots of engagement. Give the marker and toss a pice of food across the floor. As they come running back, give the maarker, toss more food. After the terminal marker has been well established start to incorporate it into your sessions.

04/11/2026

🐾Training Tip🐾
When working with your pup start in a area that has little to no distractions. This will help with focus and engagement on you. When your pup starts to get really good at what you're wanting to teach, work your sessions in a different area. Gradually move to new areas for new challenges. And remember keep sessions short & fun!😊 Follow for more tips.

04/11/2026

🐾Training tip of the day! A well trained dog isn't just obedient-its confident, happy, and fulfilled. This is what engagement looks like : focused, relaxed body language, and a willingness to learn. Training should always be a positive experience built on trust, consistency, and clear communication.
Training tip: use play as a reward! Toys(like these pictured), can be as powerful as food when reinforcing good behavior. Whether you're working on basic obedience or advanced skills, remember to * Keep sessions short & fun, *Reward effort, not just profection, and * End ona positive note. A trained dog is happier dog‐ and a stronger bond for life.

04/04/2026

03/29/2026

Grant is a 1 year old German Shepherd that just finished up his 3 week foundational obedience program. He is an awesome shepherd with a great temperament.
If you need help reaching your training goals, let us know.