Animal Minds Behavior & Training

10/27/2025

This little Corgi is a little over a week into her training program and already learning that paying attention pays off.

Right now, we’re keeping things light and fun—turning distractions into opportunities for engagement. The goal isn’t perfection yet—it’s building awareness and focus through short, intentional games that help her want to check in.

It’s always amazing to see how quickly young dogs start to understand that their name means, “Hey, something good’s about to happen!”

🐾 Good start, Luna! Big things ahead.

10/02/2025

Repetition is what teaches your dog the basics—but it’s variety that makes those skills hold up in real life. 🚶‍♀️🐾

If you walk the same route every day, your dog learns to anticipate every smell, sound, and corner. That predictability can actually create overexcitement or frustration. By switching up locations, routes, and environments, you’re teaching your dog that obedience isn’t tied to one place—it’s a life skill.

👉 Try changing your dog’s walk route this week. Notice how well (or not so well) they handle it. Reliability is built when your dog can adapt anywhere.

09/27/2025

Message me here or email [email protected] to schedule!

09/13/2025

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09/04/2025

Cooler temps = time to get back out there!

I’m opening Adventure Days on Tuesdays & Thursdays—a focused maintenance option for dogs who need real-world reps around distractions. This isn’t standard day training—we’re out and about with structure and purpose.

Packages:
Single day — $120
4 days — $375
10 days — $900

Spots are limited so we can keep quality high. Reply with your preferred days and I’ll lock in your spot.

(If you've never trained with us before an in person assessment will be required before a dog can join. Contact for more info!)

08/25/2025

Updated Group Dates!

While these classes are for already established clients looking to continue practicing around distractions, I am considering putting together a beginning group class if there's enough interest. If that's something you may be interested in please reach out.

Text, email ([email protected]), message us here with any questions.

08/16/2025

Squinty boy (Winston) waiting for his owners to arrive for their first lesson with him since he’s been here. 🎉

05/19/2025

There’s been some questionable legislation making its rounds the past few years so just a reminder for all my clients and pet owners:

PETA, ASPCA & similar orgs often oppose responsible pet ownership and promote extremist views against any animal use—including training, working dogs, and even having pets.

Support local shelters, ethical rescues, responsible breeders and trainers who believe in strong, respectful human-animal partnerships.

🔍 Do your research. Animals deserve better than blind support.

Blog link in bio for more info!

05/19/2025

There's been some questionable legislation making its rounds the past few years so just a reminder for all my clients and pet owners:

PETA, ASPCA & similar orgs often oppose responsible pet ownership and promote extremist views against any animal use—including training, working dogs, and even having pets.

Support local shelters, ethical rescues, responsible breeders and trainers who believe in strong, respectful human-animal partnerships.

🔍 Do your research. Animals deserve better than blind support.

Sacramento trainers, Animal Minds, specializing in training animal owners to change their animal’s behavior using the latest techniques for dogs and horses.

05/02/2025

Our Board & Train program isn’t one-size-fits-all.

🐕💪 It’s results-based, not time-boxed.

Every dog learns at their own pace—and our training timeline reflects that.

What makes our program different?

✅ Flexible timelines based on progress
✅ You train with your dog before they come home
✅ Real-world practice, not just commands
✅ Dogs “graduate” when they’re ready—not when a calendar says so

We build strong foundations that last—for both ends of the leash.

📩 DM to learn more or book a consult

05/02/2025

Not all Board and Train programs are created equal.

Our programs are results-based, not locked into rigid timelines. That means we adjust based on your dog’s actual progress—not a calendar.

🐾 What makes our approach different?

✔️ Flexible Timelines: Every dog learns at their own pace. We take the time your dog *actually needs*—not just the time that fits in a 3- or 4-week window.

✔️ Owner Practice Built In: You’ll train with your dog before they come home full time. This ensures you know how to reinforce what they’ve learned and keep progress going.

✔️ Real-Life Application: We don’t just train in a vacuum. Dogs practice commands in home-like environments and out in the world with distractions, so they’re ready for real life.

✔️ No Cookie Cutter End Date: Some dogs need 4 weeks. Some need 6 or more. I don’t send them home until they’re ready —and you are too.

I'm here to help create real change, not temporary fixes.

📩 Message to learn more or schedule a consultation!