What are the opening hours?

Monday 10am - 1pm 8pm - 9pm Tuesday 1pm - 7pm Wednesday 11am - 7pm Thursday 11am - 7pm Friday 11am - 7pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Rockstar Dog Training, LLC

Home
United States
Eugene, OR
Rockstar Dog Training, LLC

Virtual Behavior Consultations and private training sessions for fear, reactivity, and
aggression. Check out my website for more info: www.rsdtraining.com.

I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer in the Eugene, Oregon area. I love working with dogs and their people, helping them to learn new things, solve behavioral problems, and increase their bond with each other.

09/16/2024

Harvey wants to make sure you know that Summer isn't over until he says so.

07/12/2024

Poppy had an amazing time splashing in the water with 6 other dogs at our small group session last weekend! 🌊

It's so nice to have a community of clients who know how to support their dogs in public so that everything goes smoothly. 🫶

I just sit back and enjoy the show! 😎

07/05/2024

Holy Heatwave! 🔥☀️🥵

We're pushing outdoor sessions to early morning times to avoid being out in the triple digits. Meanwhile, Rainier is demonstrating how we can all stay hydrated when out and about the next week. ❄️🌊

Stay cool, my friends! 😎🐕

07/02/2024

HBD to my esteemed Collie-ge (get it? Collie? Colleague?).

When I was looking for a puppy 8 years ago, my priorities were:
🐕‍🦺good with other dogs
🐕‍🦺all terrain vehicle

I got that and more with this guy. He's just fine in rain, snow, and mud. Most of all though, he's better with dogs than I ever dreamed and he has worked with the majority of my clients' dogs. He loves helping and I am so lucky to have him as my one and only coworker.

What are you looking for in your next dog? Emery and I hope you find it. 💞

06/19/2024

Aw, look at sweet Poppy being so confident in Emery's presence. 🥹

Poppy can be nervous around dogs who don't respect her space. She kept herself very distanced from Emery at first, then decided when she was ready to get closer. Even when she came within 2 feet of Emery, she didn't go up to his face, and he didn't go up to hers.

Does Poppy need to change? No! She acts like a very polite, mature dog. We just have to help her have good experiences where she doesn't get rushed by rude, boisterous "but my dog is friendly!" dogs. 🚫

06/12/2024

Meet Max! 😍

Max is a sensitive dude who really doesn't appreciate handling by humans - like, at all. He's had some bad experiences in the past and people have pushed him too far. But his current home is giving him lots of space to be himself and though he's very slow to warm up, he is very quick to learn.

What do we do for dogs like Max who can't be touched? We have to think about all the ways we can give them a good quality of life while we work on touch very slowly. If Max needs to get to the vet, a crate will help transport him. So we're shaping him to go into a crate on his own without being handled. This is just one way we can help Max. His vet team is also a big factor!

(Sidenote: I'm a sucker for a terrier 🥰🫦).

06/10/2024

The thing about using positive reinforcement is that treats are EVERYWHERE! They're just not always edible. 😏

Gansito got to work around the dog park yesterday and due to the nice weather, it was hoppin.' 🐕‍🦺🐩 In addition to food rewards, he got to do stuff he likes while other dogs were present: stuff like sniffing and playing in the water. 🌊

What's your dog's favorite non-food reinforcer? 🧐

06/04/2024

Blog Post! 💙💙💙

I've been meaning to write about this topic for awhile: What Being "Force Free" Means to Me.
https://rsdtraining.com/what-being-force-free-means-to-me/

Here's the Cliff Notes version:
💙Dogs-Should be able to say "no" and we should honor that response.
💙People-Taking tools away from clients without replacing them with a viable option is not in line with the standards I set for myself as a force free professional.
💙Social Media -I don't reinforce bad behavior by giving it attention, and I post for my clients and other dog owners looking for information.
💙Engaging with the community-I don't tell people what to do with their dogs. I will always speak up against mistreatment, however.

💙Summary: I believe working with our dogs should mirror how we wish to engage with everything and everyone around us, and I believe acceptance, choice, and collaboration are central to building a force free world.

Now go read it.

05/27/2024

Training session? Or Photo shoot?? 🧐

Fezzik has been consistently leveling up each time he comes to work on his skills in Eugene. He's been on a park tour, starting at some of my lower-traffic spots, and working his way up to bustling, sunny parks on Memorial Day Weekend! This Collie in a German Shepherd coat lives on the coast, and his parents bring him to our busy burg to drill seeing dogs, cars, and people.

Are you out and about in the park this weekend with your dog? Be sure to get some pics! 😘

05/24/2024

Do all dogs like petting all the time? The answer is no! To find out if your dog wants to be touched, try the Petting Consent Test:

-Gently pet your dog for 2-3 seconds.
-Stop.
-Observe what they do. Do they lean in for more? Move away? Do nothing? Look for signs that they want you to continue.

Just like with other humans, we can and should wait for consent from our dogs as much as possible. What signs can you see in this video that show that Helena is in a petting mood?

05/20/2024

Summer is almost here! Time to practice what you'd like perfect for the warm months. ☀️

We got a new tent because our last one blew away - literally! 🌬

Emery and Helena have been camping before but it's been a bit, and they've never camped in this tent. Helena still tries to exit tents by walking through the walls. 😂So it's time to practice before they need to sleep in it! We took some snacks and their settle mats out yesterday and spent a few minutes summer dreamin'. 🏕

What would you like your dog to do this summer?
Ride in a boat🛶
Sit on a paddleboard🏄‍♀️
Cruise in a canoe🚣‍♀️
Ride in an RV🚌
Hike up a mountain🥾
Swim in a lake🏊
Take a roadtrip🚗
Now's the time to practice!

04/30/2024

We've been busy over here is FosterLand! Our little one's skin is sooooo much better and she can now wear a fleece and a collar part of the time. Here's what we've been working on in this multi-dog houehold:

1.Potty training: She's having 100% success and it didn't take long! She just needs ample opportunities to go outside.

2.Settle on a mat: I don't know what we do without this exercise. It helps everyone stay in their own space. It helps everyone know what to do. It helps everyone work together calmly. It is indispensable!

3.Crate training: She's not in love with the crate, so we're focusing on making sure she knows how to use Kongs now that she's eating better so she can start to use them in her crate. Also, she sleeps right by me in her crate so that she can practice for all those hours she's asleep at night.

4.And last but not least, we're practicing being on the opposite side of a gate so that the dogs get breaks from each other and my dogs can get time with me without help from the interloper.

Would your multi-dog household benefit from one of these exercises?

04/16/2024

Meet Tulip! 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

Tulip is a foster sweetheart with some skin issues and she's come to stay with our household for a bit. Here are some things I've observed:

🌷Tulip had enough accidents in the house the first day to tell me she's not housetrained. So we go out for potty breaks often and first thing in the morning, I carry her outside instead of letting her walk. No accidents today!
🌷Tulip is social with dogs and people, but she wants space from the dogs in my house if they are playing or if she's near her crate. Giving her that space will help her be more social in the long run!
🌷Tulip is caching. That means she is storing her food away by burying it under her blankies. This is normal, but since I don't really want a mess, I am feeding her a bit at a time when she seems hungry. This ensures there's no food leftover when my dogs wander by, thus no conflict.

Observing behavior the first few days after bringing home a foster or adopted dog can really help you get to know them and make a plan for their success. Tulip already has a potential adopter, and we're excited to help her skin heal so she can go to her forever home! 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

04/15/2024

When your dog knows how to station, they may do it anywhere at anytime. Um, how cool is that?!
dude.gauge decided the tractor at Dorris Ranch was a perfect perch during our small group session yesterday. Where will your dog station next? 🤠

04/09/2024

HELLO.

Emery would like to tell you that he had a great day at work on Sunday, where he met a new buddy named Poppy. 🌺

He's also got a PSA for those who are interested:

Some dogs have great dog skills, and still don't like all dogs! 🤯
Say it again for the people in the back, Em! 🎤

In Poppy's case, she walked very close to Emery, had neutral body language, and mostly ignored him. Sometimes they made eye contact, and she looked away. But honestly, Poppy doesn't feel this way about ALL dogs, especially her small neighbor who has a lot to say.

That's normal!

Dogs with really lovely dog skills don't have to like every other dog they come across - do you like all people? 🤪

To keep your dog's skills sharp, have them around dogs they can do well with, so that they spend time practicing the stuff you want to see. 🤓

04/08/2024

This is Pepper! 🌶

We've only been working with her and her amazing mom for a few weeks, but she's already braved the Spring weather (and subsequent dog action) at Dorris Ranch!

Pepper's plan for boosting confidence and seeing dogs and people calmly involves toys, play (does anybody have a balloon?? 🤸‍🎈) and the 1,2,3 pattern game. She thinks it's super fun.

Have you been out to Dorris Ranch with your dog lately?

03/11/2024

I recently had the pleasure of traveling to see the ruins at Chichen Itza in Mexico, and what did I find?

A dog sleeping at the foot of the temple. 😴🐕‍🦺🕌

I don't know if this dog lived nearby with humans, or was out seeing the sites on her own. She certainly had the freedom to do what she wanted all day, undisturbed by anyone telling her she had to be on a leash.

We know that free-roaming dogs do not have the kind of health care that the dogs in our houses do. We also know that there is very little dog-dog conflict when dogs have this kind of freedom. ➕➖

If your dog lived like this, how would their behavior be different? Do you think they would like aspects of a freer life? Do you think they would feel safe?

Address

Eugene, OR

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 1pm
	8pm - 9pm
Tuesday	1pm - 7pm
Wednesday	11am - 7pm
Thursday	11am - 7pm
Friday	11am - 7pm
Sunday	1pm - 5pm

Website

http://rsdtraining.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Rockstar Dog Training, LLC posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Rockstar Dog Training, LLC:

Videos

Do all dogs like petting all the time? The answer is no! To find out if your dog wants to be touched, try the Petting Consent Test: -Gently pet your dog for 2-3 seconds. -Stop. -Observe what they do. Do they lean in for more? Move away? Do nothing? Look for signs that they want you to continue. Just like with other humans, we can and should wait for consent from our dogs as much as possible. What signs can you see in this video that show that Helena is in a petting mood? #pettingconsent #touch #no #yes #itsokfordogstosayno #doggieautononomy #blinddogs #shepsky #rockstardogbehavior

Harvey and Desi had a date! 😘 Dogs socializing with other dogs can look all sorts of ways, including "parallel play." They don't have to be wrestling and throwing down to be having a great time together. Both of these dudes love the water, and hanging out enjoying what they love together makes for a pretty good day. 😍 What does your dog love? How does your dog socialize? When does your dog learn from other dogs? #beingsocial #waterdogs #dostufftogether #learnfromeachother #lotsofwaystoplay #altonbakerpark #damnthatwateriscold #rockstarbehavior #rockstardogtraining

2 Dogs = 2 Release Cues?? 🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺 I did a little experiment when teaching my dogs their release cues: I taught them different cues! I did this to avoid any confusion, but along the way, I realized more confusion could result. 🧐I could accidentally transfer the cue: If Helena always heard "ok," which is Emery's release cue, before "free," which is her release cue, she could start to respond when I say "ok." To change a cue, you say NEW CUE, OLD CUE. This could happen because she is usually released second in order to avoid her clobbering her brother when he comes out the door. #management 🧐What if 2024 brings a 3rd dog to our home? (mulling, just mulling). What cue are we going to use for that dog?! A 3rd cue? Or one of the ones we already use? Which one? I get around this by using their names if I think there will be confusion, and you can tell they're doing great. But I wanna know- what would you use as a cue for a 3rd dog in this situation?? 🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺 #damnmydogsarecute #releasethis

What are your dog's favorite behaviors to do while waiting for the vet? 🧐 Emery finds that practicing his duration nose target passes the time quite nicely. 🤩 #vetvisitday #nosetarget #duration #partywhilewewait #rockstarcollie #rockstarbehavior #rockstardogtraining

Lily can be very worried about new people in her space. We've been working on building her confidence and giving her a predictable structure when new folks come over. In our 8th session, we had a "friendly stranger" come over to help Lily practice. Check out how she chooses to greet him and then disengage from him and head back to dad. No teeth necessary! 😎 #strangerdanger #predictable #friendlystranger #happyvisit #engage #disengage #dontsayhiwithteeth #rockstarbehavior #rockstardogtraining