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The Trusted Companion Dog Training I've had dogs growing up my entire life, but in February 2011 I rescued my first dog in my adult life from the local SPCA. Let’s get started!

My name is Brant Weller and I've had years of dog training experience rehabilitating anxiety and aggression, training amazing obedience as well as tracking and scentwork which has led me to starting The Trusted Companion. He is an 80 lb pitbull-lab mix I named Reginald or, affectionately, Reggie. A few months later, I adopted Reggie's new boxer-mix brother, Manny. I loved these guys very much, but

I loved them in the wrong way and fostered an anxiety in them which would soon turn into aggression. They were so happy and loved playing with each other and with other dogs, but unaware of what I was doing, I created the anxiety and a severe aggression in them towards other dogs. This put many other dogs in the vet as well as Reg and Manny in the vet numerous times. They were my family, though, and I had to help them. This became my focus for the next several years. Through the process, I became a professional trainer for a large company, traveled the country learning from some of the best trainers in the business, and began The Trusted Companion. I have successfully rehabilitated my dogs. They are living out the rest of their years happy and confident. They no longer feel the need to attack each other or other dogs. I've since introduced a Samoyed into our pack and not only does everyone get along fine, they are relaxed and confident around the hundreds of new trainees that have come through my doors. I made it my goal to be good at rehabilitating anxiety and aggression in dogs because I had to help my dogs. Along the way, I learned how to help many others and to improve confidence in dogs through teaching them a new relationship with their owners, how to let go of the things that cause them so much worry, and how to engage and refine their primary sense of smell. In my years as a trainer, I have trained hundreds of breeds and am confident I can help your dog relax and become more confident with you and with their environment! Check out my YouTube Channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5Rb-1-A0wZ2gxxS3KY6cuw

Unlike humans, dogs breathe in and out through different parts of their nose during scent tracking. This allows them to ...
01/08/2025

Unlike humans, dogs breathe in and out through different parts of their nose during scent tracking. This allows them to “lock on” to smells with incredible precision, even while exhaling! Their noses are truly designed for detection.

Want to explore training that builds on your dog’s natural instincts? Start today at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com 🐕

30/07/2025

“He feels like a whole different dog.”
We love hearing these success stories. 🐾💛

Want to see more reviews? Check out my Youtube channel!
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“I had gotten Wilson as a rescue dog and he had a lot of issues and over time, he wasn’t getting any better and was pull...
28/07/2025

“I had gotten Wilson as a rescue dog and he had a lot of issues and over time, he wasn’t getting any better and was pulling me off my feet. So I had to do something serious. So when I found The Trusted Companion from a friend who had sent her dog there, I was ready to go. And I was amazed at the difference training made even in 48 hours.”

Want to see more reviews? Check out my Youtube Channel!
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/The Trusted Companion Dog Training

Consistency builds trust.Just 5 minutes a day of intentional play can do more than you think.Play isn’t just fun. It’s h...
25/07/2025

Consistency builds trust.
Just 5 minutes a day of intentional play can do more than you think.

Play isn’t just fun. It’s how dogs learn to focus, listen, and connect.
By showing up daily to engage with your dog, you teach them that your presence means something good, clear, and consistent.

This small habit builds reliability, strengthens your bond, and makes training easier down the line.

Feeling overwhelmed? Start with play.
Ready to reset your routine? Visit 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com 🐶

23/07/2025

“She has confidence now and still has her personality as a dog.” 🐾✨

Strawberry’s transformation, shared by Melanie Wylie - a respected dog sitter in our community, shows just how impactful Brant’s training can be.

“I’d recommend Brant to anyone: clients, friends, anyone. He’s not only helped the dogs, he’s a wonderful person.” – Melanie Wylie

Want to see more reviews? Check out my Youtube Channel!
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/

Struggling with your dog’s behavior?Sometimes it’s not about more control, it’s about smarter guidance.Instead of rigid ...
21/07/2025

Struggling with your dog’s behavior?
Sometimes it’s not about more control, it’s about smarter guidance.

Instead of rigid structure, we focus on helping your dog learn to make better choices on their own.
Through play, consistency, and the right kind of boundaries, dogs become more confident, balanced, and responsive.

Here’s a simple framework that works:
- Crate when unsupervised
- Daily walks, training, and play
- Use the leash indoors to guide (not restrict)

It’s not about controlling every move. It’s about building trust and habits that last.

Need help creating this kind of structure?
Visit 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com 🐶

Your dog may be remembering more than you think. Studies show dogs can recall specific events, like watching you do some...
18/07/2025

Your dog may be remembering more than you think. Studies show dogs can recall specific events, like watching you do something, even when you didn’t ask them to. This kind of memory shows just how emotionally and cognitively aware they really are.

Ready to build a relationship based on deeper understanding? Visit 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com 🐾✨

16/07/2025

If you wouldn’t feed it, chew it, or clean with it—don’t let your dog either. 🐾

What looks like misbehavior is often your dog’s way of coping with stress or unmet needs. 🧠 Instead of jumping to correc...
14/07/2025

What looks like misbehavior is often your dog’s way of coping with stress or unmet needs. 🧠 Instead of jumping to corrections, we dig deeper, asking why and guiding that energy into something more constructive. The change is in the understanding. 🐾

Let us help you decode your dog’s behavior, start with 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com! 🐶

Want results like this? See what’s possible at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com
11/07/2025

Want results like this? See what’s possible at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com

09/07/2025

Does the “Did you know that if you were born a couple hundred years ago, you’d have to live outside and fight for every meal” work on your doodle babies?

A fearful puppy won’t gain confidence by being lured or dragged into situations they’re not ready for. 🐕 What they need ...
07/07/2025

A fearful puppy won’t gain confidence by being lured or dragged into situations they’re not ready for. 🐕 What they need is space, play, and patience, things that teach them the world is safe and they’re not alone in it. When play becomes the language of trust, growth follows. 🎾

Give your puppy the foundation they deserve, train smarter at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com! 🐾

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