Ham (Left) enjoys his time exploring Connecticut during his pet sit.
When done right teaching obedience should, above all else, foster trust between the handler and the dog. This trust is what enables a dog to give up its agency to people. In return, the dog should be able to rely upon their human to provide for them, and to keep them safe, no matter what the danger. When that trust is lacking the leash often causes anxiety as it interferes with the dogs fight/flight response, leading to anxiety, fear and aggression on leash.
A Fair and Balanced Approach
I use motivation, encouragement, and controlled, fair corrections to communicate with your dog what behaviors we like, and what behaviors we would like to change. I believe empathy and understanding your dog is the first step in setting up new boundaries for your furry friend.
“She helped me so much that there is no way I can thank her enough. I now have my best friend, who is a giant weirdo but he listens, he knows what is allowed and what is not okay. My dog loves her and I mean LOVES her. I can’t recommend her strongly enough!! She made my dream of having a dog come true. Because of her I know that in every situation, I can handle him and he’ll listen. Things that used to scare him ( bags in the wind, children yelling etc ) he now just looks to me to navigate it for him.”
Services
Private, 1 hour, sessions that occur in your home, in your neighborhood, in your park, wherever the issues are occuring.
Group Class: group is only offered to dogs that have completed our basic obedience package. Group classes occur at either Herbert von King Park (Bed-Stuy) or Maria Hernandez Park (Bushwick). Dates and times announced each week.
Adventure Walks, once your dog knows the basics, I am happy to include them in our fun family adventure hikes in various locations inside and outside the city.
Pet sitting: whether in your home, or in mine. Leave your pet with a trainer who can uphold high obedience expectations while you travel.
Puppy Proofing
Behavioral modification: from chewing to barking to intense fear responses, we can help you understand what your dog is struggling with, and find solutions on how to ease their discomfort.
Service Dog in Training assistance
Board and Train: leave your dog in my care for a week or two, and let me lay the foundation, so we can add you back in once the dog knows what is expected of them.