Beyond the Tail Dog Training

10/14/2025

Want to get into dog sports but don't know where to start? DO know where to start, but your dog is missing some crucial skills? Just want to practice transitions in a small group?

I have a new class, Sports Skills Foundations running at Kokoro Dog in 2 weeks. We'll be looking at what do our dogs need to know to play in dog sports--any sport. Gear talk, car crating and car skills, transitions, reinforcement delivery (toys vs food and other hot topics!), ignoring other dogs, novel locations and more!

Check out the website for more information and to sign up: https://www.kokorodog.com

(I also have a rally class up which I only teach once a year! Work on heel, pivots, and position changes!)

08/28/2025

Nosework classes starting soon!

Where: Diana Simonsen Dog Training, Carnation

When: Mondays, 4 pm, starting 9/1

What: Teach your dog to use their nose! Dogs can learn so much from the world around them if they stop to sniff. By building skills from the ground up, your dog will learn alternative ways to handle stress and frustration--and you will get some good ways to burn off their excess energy!

This class is also suitable for more experienced nosework dogs looking for a new location to practice in.

Dogs work one at a time (making this a suitable class for reactive dogs) and do at least two rounds of searching (sometimes 3!).

How much: $200 for a 6 week series, $35 for a drop in session.

Where do I sign up? https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule/f247aa31

04/11/2025

Spots are still available in my Beginner Nosework class at Kokoro Dog starting this Sunday! This doesn't happen often so if you've been on the fence...Come join us.

Despite the name, this is also an appropriate class for dogs already on odor or who have some nosework experience. I will tailor the class to your dog's skills and needs.

https://KokoroDog.as.me/?appointmentType=75488611

01/26/2025

Welcome to 2025! Teen play continues, and our teens continue to gain new skills!

Teen Play & Train is back at Diana Simonsen Dog Training! Dogs from 5 months to 2 years can come work on their ability to settle around other dogs, learn some new skills, and of course, engage in age-appropriate play with other adolescents.

Reach out with any questions, or the registration link is below!

https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule/f247aa31

12/27/2024

Teen Play & Train is back at Diana Simonsen Dog Training! Dogs from 5 months to 2 years can come work on their ability to settle around other dogs, learn some new skills, and of course, engage in age-appropriate play with other adolescents.

Reach out with any questions, or the registration link is below!

https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule/f247aa31

10/06/2024

Looking for nosework dogs and goofy dogs alike!

I have one student in tomorrow's 3pm nosework drop-in, and one in the 5:30 teen play session. I'd love a second (or even a third?) for each. More dogs mean more examples to learn from!

Nosework is open to any dog, experienced or not. Teen play is open to social dogs under 2 years or play adults if you talk to me first.

Both classes are located at Diana Simonsen's lovely facility in Carnation!

https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php

09/03/2024

I love teaching Control Unleashed classes, and I'm thrilled to be bringing them to Diana Simonsen Dog Training!

Class runs Mondays at 4:15 pm starting 9/9. Sign up here or read on for more info: https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php

Control Unleashed is a program where we learn to listen to what our dogs are saying, support their emotions, and help them learn to self-regulate. It's about enabling our dogs to express themselves in safe ways, and letting them make meaningful choices.

I started learning about Control Unleashed shortly after adopting Hazard, who was so sensitive that he once walked into the bathroom rather than touch my hand, and so environmentally aware that it was 6 weeks before he could eat food outside. Now he's competing in nosework and rally.

Control Unleashed is a great program for fearful or reactive dogs, because it helps with confidence and emotional stability. It's also great for our sport dogs, because they learn how to process distractions and remain focused on you!

I take a maximum of 4 dogs in this class to provide plenty of one-on-one time. We will use visual barriers as necessary and provide plenty of distance between dogs.

Link again: https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php

08/25/2024

Prettier post incoming, but I have two Control Unleashed classes coming up:
4:15 pm Mondays starting 9/9 at Diana Simonsen Dog Training in Carnation: https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php

2:45 pm Sundays starting 9/29 at Kokoro Dog in Woodinville: https://kokorodog.as.me/schedule/54fb2e15/category/Everyday%2520Skills%2520(Group%2520Classes)

Both classes are appropriate for reactive dogs, high maintenance dogs, sport dogs...all dogs! You'll learn how to communicate with your dog, listen to what they're saying, and adjust based on their abilities in the moment. In turn your dogs will learn that you're safe, how to emotionally regulate, and how to tell you about things in the environment.

06/12/2024

Olive (small) and Raven (large) doing an excellent job of demonstrating their good play skills!

Join us Mondays at 5:30 pm for teen play & train at Diana Simonsen Dog Training in Carnation!
https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php

05/28/2024

Since I'm now teaching classes 5 days a week at 3 facilities I thought I'd share what I'm teaching when and where!

For Kokoro Dog class signups: https://www.kokorodog.com/
For class signups: https://www.fourpawsports.com/
For class signups: https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php

05/27/2024

Where (and what) I'm currently teaching:
Sundays: Kokoro Dog, Control Unleashed, teens class, and nosework
Mondays: Diana Simonsen Dog Training, nosework and teen play
Tuesdays: Four Paw Sports, Control Unleashed and baby puppy
Wednesdays: Four Paw Sports, nosework and reactive rover
Fridays: Kokoro Dog, puppy play and nosework

Message me to get direct links to sign up!

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04/15/2024

Beginner Nosework classes!
Drop-in style if you're not ready to commit. Book one week, two weeks, four weeks, your choice! $40 per dog, each dog gets 2 sets of searches. Searches are from 5-10 minutes depending on the dog's experience.
I largely teach aiming for NACSW and AKC competition, but am open to a range of end-goals depending on owner and dog! This IS a reactive dog friendly class. Dogs wait in the car between turns.
Where: Diana Simonsen Dog Training, Carnation
When: 4 pm Mondays
Sign up: https://beyondthetaildogtraining.as.me/schedule.php