We offer fear-free, force-free, positive reinforcement dog training and behavior modification based on behavioral science through group classes and private lessons at your home.

 

Certifications:

 

Designations: CPDT-KA

 

Job Title: Owner

 

Training Philosophy: fear-free, force-free, positive reinforcement training and behavior modification

 

Locations Served: Issaquah, Sammamish, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Newcastle, Renton, WA

 

Languages: English,Japanese

 

Keiko Swanberg (pronounced kay-kow), the owner of Zen Dog Seattle, LLC, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Certified Control Unleashed Instructor (CCUI), licensed AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluator, Associate Nose Work Instructor (ANWI), and a proud member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). In the 2023 Sniffspot Top Dog Trainer Contest, Keiko was recognized as the #2 trainer in Washington State and #13 in the United States! A long-time shelter and rescue volunteer and foster parent, Keiko has a deep passion for working with fearful and reactive dogs. She offers both group classes and private lessons for dogs of all ages and experience levels, including: - Reactive Rover - Basic to advanced manners - Canine Good Citizen - Control Unleashed - Agility foundations, Fungility - K9 Nosework Keiko’s approach is rooted in science-based positive reinforcement and she is committed to humane, ethical training. She does not use fear, force, intimidation, or aversive tools such as prong or shock collars. In 2025, Keiko was interviewed by junglecity.com, a Japanese-language resource for the Pacific Northwest, where she shared her training journey, explained the benefits of positive reinforcement, and offered advice on how to find qualified, ethical trainers in an unregulated industry.