Manners & Obedience

Recently brought home a rescue dog and unsure where to start?

Frustrated by leash pulling, jumping up on guests or constant barking?

Manners training can restore harmony in your everyday life with your dog.

I can help with:

  • Polite greetings

  • Essential cues like sit, down, stay & come

  • House training

  • Crate & mat training

  • Loose leash walking

  • Attention & focus

  • Waiting at thresholds

  • Drop it / leave it

  • Addressing nipping/mouthing, barking, chewing & digging

Fear & Aggression

Does your dog growl, lunge or bite? Does your new rescue lack confidence in everyday situations? Is your dog’s behavior severely limiting your lifestyle together?

Living with a dog with challenging behaviors is emotionally exhausting. Having walked this path with my own dogs, I understand your frustration, worry and embarrassment.

Behavior modification can address the behaviors that matter most to your household while improving your dog’s mental wellbeing.

I can help with:

  • Resource guarding & possessive behaviors

  • Fearful, shy, shut-down dogs

  • On-leash aggression towards dogs, bikes or cars

  • Predatory behaviors towards small animals

  • Tension between dogs in your household

  • Aggression towards strangers or visitors in your home

  • Relationships between dogs & children

  • Noise sensitivity & phobias

Cooperative handling

Nail trims, grooming, and vet visits can be sources of stress for you and your dog. If you're experiencing these challenges, you're not alone.

Cooperative care training can make handling and healthcare procedures more comfortable for everyone involved.

I can help with:

  • Voluntary participation in nail trims & grooming

  • Positive associations with medical equipment

  • Muzzle training

  • Cone collar acclimation

  • Creating positive associations with care routines at home and at the vet

Trail & Adventure Skills

Dream of sharing the trails with your canine adventure buddy? Whether you're hiking, running, mountain biking skiing, or camping, reliable trail manners make all the difference.

Develop trail & adventure skills to create a confident, trustworthy companion who enhances your outdoor experiences.

I can help with:

  • Recall in distracting environments

  • Frequent check-ins

  • Safely passing people, dogs, bikes & horses

  • Relaxing at camp and in the tent

  • Activity specific skills (hiking, running, biking, skiing, paddle boarding)