Personal health and wellness are often at the top of the list for New Year’s resolutions. But how do our dogs figure into our resolutions? That might sound like, ‘we should work on training more.’ But what if it’s actually about finding the right training program?

If you’ve been feeling frustrated by your dog’s behavior, you are not alone. Life with your dog doesn’t need to be perfect, but it can and should be more fun.

Smiling woman with two dogs

Our programs are designed with reality in mind. We teach you to be calm and confident, to lead your dog to better behavior, and how to fit it into everyday life. By setting boundaries and clearly communicating higher expectations to your dog, you begin the process of bringing more balance to life and start to train the ideal family dog.

A calm dog is a healthy dog. Stress can make us unwell and the same goes for canines. Through training and building a better relationship with your dog, we help you foster expanded wellness that translates to your family and your home life.  

Wellness encompasses mind, body, and soul. One supports the others, and if one is off, it throws the others off. We all want more balance and wellness in our lives. Your dog is part of that balance.

dog lying calmly on blanket

Start Basic Dog Training Before Calling a Trainer

You want a better-behaved dog, but where do you begin? Simple steps can help you start to change your relationship with your dog. While the following tips may not change or eliminate behaviors completely, starting on the basics will help if and when you decide to work...

How to Plan for Safety and Confidence with Your Dog

Planning for challenging, unsafe, or uncomfortable situations can help you better navigate life with your dog. Just like fire drills help us prepare for emergencies, understanding unsafe or stressful incidents with your dog is also helpful. You’ve thought through how...

Are You Accidentally Making Dog Training Harder? 6 Things to Avoid

Dog training can feel frustrating when progress is slow, but sometimes small things get in the way without us realizing it. A well-behaved dog starts with a calm state of mind. If your dog is too excited, nervous, or stuck in a “fight or flight” mode, they’re paying...

Your Leadership: The Essential Piece of Dog Training

What does your dog choose to do when you’re not giving a specific command? Bark at the window? Follow everyone around the house? Stay over-excited all day? Does he ignore you when you need him to pay attention? So what’s missing? When your dog respects your...

Reasons to Keep Puppy Walks Short

Running your puppy tired doesn't create a calm dog Young puppies don’t have the mental capacity for long walks There are more valuable ways to start your puppy toward being an awesome dog It is best to practice moderate expectations and incorporate short walks into...

Training Your Dog for the Vet

Your dog doesn’t have to love the vet, but she does need to be on good behavior. Vets work long hours to care for our beloved canines; we can help make their job a bit easier by training our dogs for the vet. Getting your dog ready for the vet also means training her...

Training Your Dog for the Groomer

Every dog will need grooming regardless of the breed and training is important to making that possible. Your goal is to start small, getting your puppy used to the motions and sensations of brushing, nail clipping, and even bathing. Through regular handling, slow...

Crate Training: Raising a Calm Puppy to be a Confident Dog

Raising a well-behaved dog starts by establishing a calm state of mind during puppyhood. Beginning with crate training your new pup will set your family up for long-term success. When you crate train your puppy, you teach them how to self-settle. This assigns your...

When Is the Best Time to Get a Second Dog? Expert Tips for a Smooth Transition

There are pros and cons of getting a second dog. Thinking through each point is essential before introducing another pup to your household. Here are some tips that will help you make the best decision.When is Right to Get a Second Dog? As dog trainers, we’re often...

Our Favorite Dog-Related Products

As dog trainers and owners, we have favorite dog-related products that make our lives easier and are well-made. Many are from smaller businesses and are also available locally. We love to support our local businesses year-round, but especially during the holiday...

Our In-Person Programs

Team Puppy Training

Encourages your leadership and show how you to nurture good behavior. 

Foundation Training

Covers the basics of good dog behavior as well as some behavior modification.

Remote Collar Training

Foundation Training with e-collar for total off-leash freedom and behavior modification.

What our clients have to say...

Dog Coach listened carefully and observed keenly my interaction and tone of voice with Bella. At nearly 6 months now, she is the best-trained dog I've had. It was a worthwhile experience!

Margaret B.

We want to thank Dog Coach for your patience and encouragement! Our dogs are really coming into their own as the perfect family dogs we were looking for!

David S.

Such a great investment! We got a puppy and had a toddler... It was overwhelming at first. Working with Dog Coach has been the gift that keeps on giving.

Sylvie K.