reward based training for dogs & their people
Sometimes, sit happens and...sometimes it doesn't.
Learn how to listen to your dog and find out why.
SERVICES
Basic Manners/Obedience
New Puppy/Rescue Prep for Success
Leash Manners/Out and About
Private in home sessions available for everything from basic obedience/manners to solving problem behaviors. Let me develop a custom training plan designed just for you and your dog to address issues related to basic obedience/manners:
- Sit
- Down
- Stay/Wait
- Loose Leash Walking
- Place
- Crate/Potty Training
- Enrichment
- Management
Leash Manners/Out and About
New Puppy/Rescue Prep for Success
Leash Manners/Out and About
Learn to travel as a team by listening to your dog's concerns and using fun games to encourage your dog to stick with you, because you've got everything under control.
- No more pulling
- No more barking or lunging
- Properly greet strangers
- Settling in public places
New Puppy/Rescue Prep for Success
New Puppy/Rescue Prep for Success
New Puppy/Rescue Prep for Success
Whether you're getting a new puppy or new rescue, setting them up for success from the minute they join the family can ensure a smooth transition and avoid undesired behavior problems and conflict in the house. Let me set you and your new dog up for success:
- Crate & Potty Training
- Establishing boundaries
- Effective Management
- Enrichment
- Socialization/ Exposure
- Mediating Family Pet Introductions
Potty & Crate Training
Get a Job/Fun Task Training
New Puppy/Rescue Prep for Success
Crate training your dog is necessary for housetraining, their safety, damage prevention, when travelling, at the groomers, or maybe the vet.
- Easy to follow Potty Training Chart &
- Potty Training Tracker
- Fun crate games
- Relaxation/Enrichment games
Get a Job/Fun Task Training
Get a Job/Fun Task Training
Get a Job/Fun Task Training
Does your dog need a job? Just because your dog doesn't want to be a service dog, doesn't mean they can't help out with some fun tasks around the house. Put your dog to work today!
- Putting their toys away
- Holding the door for you
- Carrying in the groceries
- Getting the laundry from the dryer
- Find your keys/phone
Wedding Planning
Get a Job/Fun Task Training
Get a Job/Fun Task Training
Only our closest friends and family are part of the wedding party. And, who's been with you thru it all? You're dog! So it's only natural they'd be a part of the big day. It's a very important job, let us get your dog ready for the big day.
- Flower Dog
- Ring Barker
- Best Dog to the groom, or
- Dog of Honor for the bride
- Photo Handler
- Transport to and from ceremony
- I'll be your dog's plus 1
Fear Free Husbandry & Vet Visits
Fear Free Husbandry & Vet Visits
Fear Free Husbandry & Vet Visits
Nail trims, grooming visits, daily dental health, vet visits, and routine wellness checks can be very stressful for your dog.
- Alleviate fear, anxiety, and stressful vet visits.
- Consensual blood draws, x-rays, dentals, vaccinations
- Reduced need for sedation for routine procedures
- Improve after care at home
- Faster recovery
- Consensual at home husbandry
Certified Service Dog Training
Fear Free Husbandry & Vet Visits
Fear Free Husbandry & Vet Visits
Certified Service Dog Trainer services include:
- Service dog candidate selection process
- Setting your new service dog candidate up for success
- Relationship building
- Socialization and exposure training
- Foundation skills
- Tasks/job training
- Tublic access training
AKC Canine Good Citizen
Fear Free Husbandry & Vet Visits
Family Pet Intro/Mediation
Certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and Instructor.
Preparation Training, Evaluation & Certification
- AKC Family Dog
- S.T.A.R. Puppy
- Canine Good Citizen
- Community Canine
- Urban Canine Good Citizen
Family Pet Intro/Mediation
What's Your Dog Saying? Dog Body Language
Family Pet Intro/Mediation
Are you worried your new puppy or rescue won't get along with the current family dog, cat, horse, or chickens? My custom introduction plans will ensure these new relationships get off on the right paw, claw or hoof.
- Manage boundaries
- Identify appropriate communication
- Manage inappropriate behaviors
- Avoid unnecessary conflicts
- Create balanced respectful relationships
What's Your Dog Saying? Dog Body Language
What's Your Dog Saying? Dog Body Language
What's Your Dog Saying? Dog Body Language
Did you ever wish you knew what your dog was trying to tell you? As a certified trainer with experience managing large groups of dogs, Let me teach you how to speak dog by identifying your dog's:
- Physical emotional cues
- Reactive Behaviors
- Calming behaviors
- Environmental Triggers
Daycare/Boarding/Play & Train
What's Your Dog Saying? Dog Body Language
What's Your Dog Saying? Dog Body Language
Have your dog come once or twice a week to hang out with our pack and burn off some energy. Or, let your pup enjoy a staycation at Baxter's Bungalow where they can enjoy all the comforts of home in our home. Add some training with our Play or Stay & Train options. We'll work out the kinks of any behavior issues, then help you take ove
Have your dog come once or twice a week to hang out with our pack and burn off some energy. Or, let your pup enjoy a staycation at Baxter's Bungalow where they can enjoy all the comforts of home in our home. Add some training with our Play or Stay & Train options. We'll work out the kinks of any behavior issues, then help you take over.
Amenities include:
- Snuggles on our couch
- Sleep in our bed
- Complimentary snacks
- Half-acre fully fenced recreation yard
- Take a dip in our private brook
- Play/Stay & Train Packages available
- Adventure Packages available