I’m That Kind Of Trainer

Training Dogs to Fit Into Life — Not Just Follow Commands

There are all kinds of dog trainers out there, and if you’re looking for someone who can help your dog master flashy tricks, precision obedience, or competition-level heeling, that’s great — truly. That style of training can be impressive, and it absolutely has its place. But that’s not the kind of training I do.

My goal isn’t to show off how many things a dog can do on cue or have them walking in a perfect prance beside their person, eyes locked upward the whole time. I’m not here to create dogs that are always under command. I’m here to help people live with their dogs — to create a life together that works for both sides of the leash.

To me, training isn’t about control. It’s about communication. It’s about giving dogs the tools they need to succeed in our human world without causing them unnecessary stress or harm. It’s about helping them feel safe, make good choices, and live in harmony with the people they love.

Sure, things like drop it, leave it, or coming when called are useful skills — and yes, those are all things I can teach. But I don’t teach them through strict compliance or control. I teach them through trust, respect, and understanding. My goal isn’t to have a dog do something just because I said so — it’s to help that dog want to make the choice that keeps everyone safe and happy.

Because here’s the thing: dogs are incredibly smart, emotionally rich, social beings. When we reduce them to obedience robots — waiting for the next command or correction — we miss out on who they truly are. We miss the chance to build real, meaningful relationships.

I’m the trainer you call when your dog is struggling with daily life. When they’re overwhelmed, overstimulated, or just not fitting into your world the way you’d hoped. I’m the one who helps you see things through your dog’s eyes. I help you build connection, not compliance.

If you’re looking for someone to teach your dog to sit and stay for 20 minutes while you disappear around a corner, I’m probably not the right fit for you. But if you want to understand why your dog barks, digs, panics, or ignores you — and if you want to work with them to make life more manageable and enjoyable — then that’s where I come in.

I work with people who want:

🐾 A calmer walk, not a perfect heel.
🐾 A stronger bond, not stricter control.
🐾 A dog who listens because they feel safe, not because they’re afraid not to.

This kind of training isn’t about letting dogs run wild, either. Choice-based, humane training isn’t permissive — it’s thoughtful. It’s about teaching dogs how to regulate themselves. How to be successful in a human world. How to trust their people, and how to trust themselves.

At the end of the day, I’m not interested in showing off what your dog can do. I’m interested in helping your dog be — be comfortable, be curious, be confident, and be a loved member of your life.

So no, I’m not an obedience trainer in the traditional sense. I don’t use fear, force, or fancy tricks. I use relationship, observation, kindness, and science. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’d love to work with you.

Let’s build something better — not just a well-behaved dog, but a whole, happy life together.

And also from AI:

There’s nothing inherently wrong with obedience and tricks — they can be fun and enriching. But they shouldn’t be the entire goal. I train with the belief that a dog is not a robot or a project. They’re a living being with preferences, needs, and a right to feel safe and respected in their world.

Training should build communication and trust. Instead of focusing on what I can get your dog to do, I focus on how your dog and you can better understand each other and live in harmony.

Highlighting common myths people have about “positive” training vs “real” obedience:

🐾 That choice-based training is permissive or undisciplined.
🐾 That if a dog isn’t 100% obedient, it’s dangerous or out of control.
🐾 That dogs need to be “put in their place” to be safe.

Dogs don’t need to be dominated to be safe or well-behaved. In fact, coercion and control often create more stress, confusion, and behavioral fallout. When we teach dogs in ways that make sense to them — using kindness, patience, and consistency — we build the kind of behavior that lasts because it’s based on understanding.”

The kind of person who will thrive with my approach:

🐾 Someone who wants a companion, not a performer.
🐾 Someone who’s open to learning, adjusting their expectations, and building trust.
🐾Someone who’s willing to go slow, value small wins, and respect their dog’s individual needs.

If you’re looking for a deeper connection, if you want to understand what your dog is telling you — not just tell them what to do — then we’ll work well together.

Many people think they want obedience but actually want:

🐾 A calm walk, not a perfect heel.
🐾 A dog who comes when called because they want to, not because they’re afraid not to.
🐾 Peace at home, not control over every moment.

You don’t need a ‘perfectly trained’ dog to have a happy life together. You need a dog who feels safe, who understands their world, and who trusts you. That’s where real behavior change happens — in that trust.

I don’t train dogs to obey me. I help dogs and people understand each other. I help dogs feel safe and empowered to make good choices. And I help humans build a life with their dogs — not one that looks perfect from the outside, but one that feels good from the inside.