Our Philosophy: Helping Dogs Be the Best Version of Themselves
At the heart of everything we do is one goal: to help each dog we work with become the very best version of themselves. In doing so, we not only enrich the dog’s life, we also strengthen the bond between dog and human, fostering a relationship built on trust, joy, and mutual understanding.
Our approach begins with getting to know the dog at their core. This means learning who they are genetically, their innate personality, temperament, and level of confidence. This genetic blueprint gives us the direction we need to tailor training or behavior modification to each individual dog.
Once we understand the dog, true teaching and learning can begin. And at the center of our teaching is play, a powerful, purposeful tool that drives engagement, motivation, and lasting learning.
Our Training Philosophy:
1. Teach what not to do
2. Teach what to do
3. Teach how to release energy in healthy, constructive ways
4. Teach dogs how to fulfill their natural, genetic drives through appropriate behaviors
While we do cover traditional commands like “sit” and “down,” these skills are taught as part of a much larger picture, one that supports the dog’s overall well-being, mental health, and sense of purpose.
We don’t just train dogs, we help them thrive. We teach dogs how to be dogs, and how to live happy, balanced lives within our human world.
Why We Do What We Do
We are deeply passionate about helping K9s and humans coexist peacefully and joyfully inside the home. Our mission is to create a mutually balanced and happy life between all members of the pack, both two-legged and four-legged.
What Sets Us Apart?
For over eight years, we’ve lived with, worked with, and learned from packs of dogs in our own home 24/7. This isn’t just a job, it’s our way of life.
Through our dedicated nonprofit rescue, Pet Path, we’ve fostered more than 535 dogs in just the last five years. That level of daily, hands-on experience gives us an unmatched understanding of K9 behavior, from every angle, with every personality, in real-world environments.
A Personalized, Flexible Training Approach
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all training. While some trainers strictly follow one or two methods, we take a different approach:
We are constantly learning, growing, and evolving our knowledge, because no two dogs are alike.
Our commitment is to use whatever methods work best for your dog. Whether it’s training, behavior modification, or confidence building, we adapt our tools to fit the individual needs of each K9 we’re privileged to work with.
When dogs are understood, everyone thrives.
Let us help you build the calm, connected, and balanced life your dog and your family deserve. 🐾
The Why……
Our passion for helping animals has always been at the heart of who we are. That passion grew even deeper when we founded our 501(c)(3) nonprofit K9 rescue, Pet Path. Through our rescue, we rehabilitate K9s physically, emotionally, and behaviorally and adopt them into loving, forever homes.
Where It All Started
As we worked with more and more rescue dogs, we began to notice a heartbreaking pattern: many dogs were being surrendered not because they were unwanted, but because their families were struggling with behavioral issues they didn’t know how to fix.
These dogs were often anxious, confused, or unbalanced, and they could sense the frustration from their humans. This only escalated their behavior, creating a cycle of stress and miscommunication for both sides. The more we saw it, the more we realized that most of these families didn’t want to give up their dog, they just needed support, education, and guidance.
Turning Rescue into a Greater Mission
Through hands-on experience with hundreds of dogs in rescue, we’ve gained deep insight into a wide range of canine behaviors. But we didn’t stop there, we continued our education through certifications with the AKC Canine Good Citizen program and the Animal Behavior Institute, expanding our expertise in training and behavior modification.
Communication and Energy
At the core of our training approach is the belief that a balanced energy between humans and dogs is essential for clear communication. We use proven, thoughtful techniques to rehabilitate dogs and coach their humans, working as a team to resolve unwanted behaviors and create a calm, happy, balanced life for the entire household.
One-Size-Does-Not-Fit-All
Every dog and every human is different. That’s why we never rely on cookie-cutter solutions. Each training plan we create is customized to the individual needs of the dog and their family.
Because of this, the techniques we use for one dog may not be suitable or even safe for another. Applying behavior strategies without a proper evaluation can do more harm than good. That’s why we strongly believe in professional guidance tailored to each unique situation.
At the end of the day, our goal is simple:
To keep dogs in homes, support the people who love them, and help both live their very best lives together.
WITH OUR EXPERIENCE, PATIENCE, UNDERSTANDING AND EDUCATION WE CAN HELP YOU.