A better life
for you
and your dog

Respect. Connect. Thrive.

Being a small business allows us to personalize our training to each and every client. Our approach is based on the following principles:

  • We only teach practical skills. If it doesn’t help you and you aren’t going to use it, we won’t teach or recommend it.

  • Your “homework” will actually be immediately incorporated into your daily routine, where you’ll be using what we teach on a regular basis.

  • Our goal is to improve your dog’s behavior while strengthening your relationship.

Work with us and your family will benefit from over a decade of experience with all types of behavioral issues and skills needs. You’ll learn about your dog, better understand your dog and build a stronger bond with your dog.

Skillsentials

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Tricked Into It!
Tricked Into It!

Do you think training tricks is silly or just something that you do when you have some free time? Think again! Tricks are skills that can be used to increase focus, control energy and replace unwanted behaviors.

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Best Behavior

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Don’t Be Your Dog’s Worst Boss
Don’t Be Your Dog’s Worst Boss

We’ve all had them; that nightmare of a boss that makes your job miserable. Bad behavior can happen on either side of the leash so give some thought to the worst boss you’ve ever had and make sure you don’t pass that on to your dog.

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The Power of Dog

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Walk In…Like A Dog
Walk In…Like A Dog

We’ve all seen them. The dog who runs into every new place, tail up, face smiling. For anyone who has ever been nervous or anxious starting a new job, walking into a party late or stepping up to a start line when competing, this is quite phenomenal.

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Ready to dive in?

Private Training

Private training sessions are available weekdays, weeknights and on Saturdays. We work where you need it most—at your home, in your neighborhood or at a local park. Contact us to schedule.

Group Classes & Clinics

Outdoor Group Skills Classes and Clinics: Held Saturday mornings in and around Watchung Reservation in Union County, NJ

Virtual Group Classes: Held during winter months to keep you and your dog active when you can’t get out as much

Nosework

Outdoor Nosework Classes: Held Saturday mornings in Union County NJ