Animal Minds Behavior & Training

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. 🎉

07/25/2025

Always grateful for clients willing to do the work 💕

07/24/2025

Building reliable behavior starts with clear communication.

Duke has been working hard on understanding leash pressure as a directional cue and also how to respond to that strong opposition reflex most strong breeds have. He’s learning not to pull or resist, but to respond with attention/looking for direction and yielding.

I’m also introducing calm downs in new environments to help him practice settling confidently in the real world. Foundational work like this is what sets dogs (and their humans) up for lasting success. 🐾
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Interested in this kind of transformation for your dog? DM us to learn more about our Board & Train program.
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07/15/2025

🐾 Welcome, Duke! 🐾

This handsome Boxer pup just checked in for our Basic Puppy Program! Over the next few weeks, Duke will be working on all the good stuff — potty training, crate manners, healthy socialization, and an intro to essential cues like sit, down, come, stay, leave it, and walking nicely on leash. He’ll even learn how to settle calmly on a bed when asked (puppy patience in progress!).

We can’t wait to watch this sweet boy grow into a confident, well-mannered companion! 💪🐶✨

06/30/2025

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!

04/27/2025

I had a spot open up for May that I’d love to fill.

Offering a 35% discount on my Puppy Foundation, Basics or Off Leash programs.

Must book by 5/2 to qualify. Contact here, via the website (link in bio) or call.