How to Train Your Canine

05/11/2025

05/10/2025

I’m proud to be a graduate of Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior, and its commitment to both education and kindness. As a trainer, it’s my responsibility to continually grow my education and skill set so I can help dogs and their families effectively learn and enjoy life together, and to do that without the willful use of aversive methods or tools.

No dog, animal or human being thrives when they are living under threat, when they are fearful, or when they are in pain. We work to eliminate the use, promotion and condonement of all aversive tools and methods in any situation with all dogs.

04/18/2025

Are you interested in your dog learning while they’re at daycare or boarding with Pawsh Pet Resort & Spa? We’d love to help!

03/28/2025

I got to work with the sweetest boy, Bear, and his amazing family this week! Bear is an adolescent, and just like human adolescence, that comes with BIG FEELINGS

Big feelings can make walks less than a fun time for the human end of the leash, and can be frustrating for the dog too- especially when you’re a big, friendly guy who wants to go say hi to everyone as fast as you can!

We worked on building some alternative behaviors that aren’t pulling, so walks are more enjoyable for everyone involved, and he did such a wonderful job. Good boy, Bear!

03/01/2025

Two weeks until Pups in the Park! I’ll be there with educational handouts for grown ups, stickers for kids (of all ages), and treats for the pups!

The City of Clermont and the Clermont Police Department are hosting Pups in the Park, a fun-filled event for dogs and their owners on Saturday, March 15 at Lake Hiawatha Preserve starting at 8:30 a.m. This free event will include exciting activities such as a dog lure course, 1K group dog walk, Puppuccino with a Cop, and other dog-related fun. It's a perfect day out for pups and their people! Including this years costume contest, best "Paw"lice officer!

To sign up for the Dog Jog or the Costume Contest visit our website at: https://www.clermontfl.gov/432/Pups-in-the-Park

02/27/2025

Kids and dogs can have beautiful relationships, but they need the safe guidance from grownups to keep everyone safe and making sure they’re all enjoying the interaction!

02/23/2025

Enrichment is an important part of your dog’s life, but it doesn’t have to be from anything fancy! We played with a paper plate today- Levi enjoyed the novelty of it, chasing after it like a frisbee, shredding it, and… whatever that digging/drumming move was

02/22/2025

This was Sandy’s “go to mat” after a few sessions of practice, I loved watching him think this through!

02/21/2025

This sweet boy was a shaping rock star! This was our first session working on a “go to mat” behavior. I’ll share his progression over the next few days

02/19/2025

This is the level of joy and enthusiasm I always hope to see in training sessions!

01/18/2025

We hear a lot about the need for socialization, but what it is and how to do it can feel overwhelming to figure out (especially if you’re already wrangling a new puppy!). This excellent graphic from Doggie Drawings by Lili Chin may be helpful for you!

If you want help socializing your pup, or figuring out how to do it, I’d love to help you too