The MORE You Know

I spent the last 5 years following other trainers that focused specifically on dog psychology, behavior, & a calm state of mind. I have spent endless hours watching video after video of working with dogs on structured exercise, thresholds, mental work, proper crate training, & safe & healthy socialization.

I started understanding the benefits of structure inside AND outside the house, and how structure can better the behavior of your dog! Fran has a history of lunging at others that get to close or reach out to pet, so advocating for her, creating a balanced lifestyle, and building her confidence is what we do best!

I put Fran through two Board & Train programs, thinking that would “fix” her. After a lot of learning, growing, & self reflection, it’s ME that needs to lead her & understand how dogs communicate. I realized that Fran does not need to be fixed, just guided properly — and in order to develop that, I just started working with more dogs & gaining more knowledge and experience. It truly became my passion.

I traveled to California and participated in the Lucas Agnew Dog Behavior workshops, where I was able to watch experts handle multiple dogs and walk us through how each dog was dealing with certain situations, what anxiety looks like, a better understanding on fight vs. flight, and the different forms of drives dogs have.

We don’t go to the park & throw the ball time after time daily. She was STILL amped after an hour of fetch. What I didn’t realize is that I was training her to be an athlete. Once I started introducing structured fetch, and a healthier way to approach the park is when I truly enjoyed taking her there. No more uncontrollable whining & shaking (out of excitement) in the car prior to the park.

If you would have told me years ago I’d be working with dogs, I would have laughed…a lot. I am so thankful for Francis and what she has given me. My goal is to help others who may be struggling and have a similar story like mine. If you want to talk dogs, I will talk foreverrrrr. They are so fascinating and have so much to teach us.

Dogs just need proper guidance and consistency, and I can help you get there. It’s worth it.