Experienced behavior consultant and trainer with 20+ years of working with families and dogs using a science-based, positive, problem solving approach.

 

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Job Title: OWNER

 

Training Equipment: Leash, harness, and lots of treats!

 

Training Philosophy: People-centered training approach because so much of dog training is actually *people* training. I come to you so I can see where your dogs spend their time. We work together modifying challenging behavior and being proactive to prevent problems.

 

Locations Served: Eastside of Seattle (New Castle, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Woodinville, Bothell)

 

Languages: English

 

My undergraduate focus was in psychology and animal learning. I have done research and training with everything from cats and dogs to pigeons, chickens, and mice. Over twenty years ago I began to focus solely on canine behavior and started my company on the east coast of the US where I taught classes and worked privately with clients. Seventeen years ago I moved to Seattle and restarted my company where I now do presentations and teach veterinary staff about behavior, handling, and body language, as well as continue to work with private clients and their dogs. I deeply understand the foundation of behavior and how to modify it to help you and your dog(s) live a peaceful life together. Several years ago I began traveling to Asia each winter to observe and analyze street dog behavior and volunteer at dog sanctuaries there. Street dog behavior is raw and primal and I learn so much from them each time I travel. I bring this vast knowledge to my private clients to not only put a bandaid on a problem, but to teach you why it's happening to modify it, manage it, and affect meaningful change.