Dog training designed
for real life
Mindful, holistic support for active dogs and busy families seeking calm, confidence, and connection.

Set yourself up for success
The early stages of a dog's life come with rapid change. With thoughtful guidance, dogs learn to adapt, build confidence, and feel secure in their world.
- Puppy foundations: potty training, biting, crate training & socialization
- Basic training & real-life manners: Sit, down, stay, recall, jumping, impulse control, emotional regulation and creating a strong bond
- Teenage dogs: Big emotions, selective listening, boundary testing, and reactivity
- Rescue, foster & newly adopted dogs: Decompression, settling in, and building trust

Understand the root cause and transform your dog's behavior
From out-of-control walks to reactivity, daily life with a high-energy dog can feel stressful. With clear structure, thoughtful guidance, and science-based strategies, we help create calm cooperation and lasting stability—especially for herding and high-drive breeds.
- Reactivity: barking, growling, or lunging at dogs, people or other triggers
- Sensitivity, compulsive behavior and misplaced herding behaviors
- Hyperactive behaviors
- Aggression
- Seperation anxiety
- Resource guarding

Preparing your dog for life with a baby
Welcoming a baby is a major change for your dog. Thoughtful preparation helps create safety, calm routines, and confident interactions between dogs and children.
Calm, predictable family routines
- Preparation before baby arrives
- Changes in routine & household structure
- Safe interactions between dogs and children
- Bite prevention & safe boundaries
- Resource guarding or protective behavior
- Life with toddler
- Calm, predictable family routines
Training that fits real life.
I meet you where you are. Whether your dog needs hands-on support at home, guidance from a distance, or ongoing support to stay on track, I offer thoughtful options that fit real families.
Detailed pricing given upon inquiry.

Private In-Home Training
Things feel hard at home? I come to you.
Personalized, hands-on support in your dog’s real-life environment. (currently only available in Connecticut).

Virtual Behavior Consulting
Busy schedule? I can help wherever you are. Thoughtful guidance and practical plans delivered remotely, so progress fits into your real life.

Ongoing
Support
You don’t have to navigate this alone.
Ongoing support helps you stay grounded, consistent, and supported.

Webinars, Workshops & Education
Want to understand your dog more deeply? Workshops and learning experiences that build clarity, prevent future challenges, and support real-life success.
Private In-Home Training
Does life feel way harder than it should be? I help you build calm routines, confident handling, and a more peaceful home—guided by behavioral science and 13+ years of experience, focused on both you and your dog (because both ends of the leash matter).
My foundational programs are designed around your life and your dog’s unique needs, including breed, age, temperament, and behavior patterns. Whether you’re raising a puppy, navigating a multi-dog household, preparing for life with a baby, or managing challenges like fear, anxiety, or reactivity, we focus on practical solutions that truly work in everyday life.
Serving Fairfield, Southport, Westport, Bridgeport, Easton, Weston, Shelton, and Trumbull, CT. Outside the area? Virtual coaching is available.
Real-life training that fits your household
Sessions take place where behavior actually happens — in daily life.
I guide everyone in the household so progress continues between sessions and becomes part of everyday routines.
What every program includes
- Comprehensive behavior assessment
- Guidance to understand body language & behavior
- Personalized written session recaps
- Enrichment and management protocols
- Ongoing support between sessions

Virtual Behavior Consulting
Busy schedule? I can help wherever you are.
Thoughtful guidance and practical plans delivered remotely, so progress fits into your real life.
I work with dog owners who want a more thoughtful, effective way forward. If you’ve tried different approaches and still feel stuck, virtual coaching offers focused guidance and practical strategies you can implement right away.
Sessions are designed to improve communication, support regulation, and create steady progress that fits into everyday life.
Flexible, real-life solutions
Get expert guidance wherever you are — designed to support your dog’s behavior and your daily routine.
International support
Clients work with me from across the U.S., Germany, Australia, Austria, and the UK—making meaningful progress from home.

Continued support
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Ongoing support helps you stay grounded, consistent, and supported as progress continues.
Only for Alumni Clients. Also open to reactive dogs as a way to further integrate private training.
Day Training
Great for busy schedules — I’ll work one-on-one with your dog to polish skills, build confidence, and support real-life application.

Webinars, Workshops & Education
Want to understand your dog more deeply?
My work translates behavior science into practical training strategies that create real-life stability and lasting behavioral change.
I specialize in emotional regulation, impulse control, high-drive breeds, canine well-being, nervous system regulation, and modern humane behavior approaches.
Workshops, Learning & Webinars
I regularly host educational workshops, clinics, and learning events focused on dog behavior and connected human-dog relationships. Some clinics are organized independently, while others are offered in collaboration with other trainers.
Educational webinars are also available for purchase, covering topics such as regulation, behavior understanding, and practical guidance for families living with dogs.
Speaking, Podcasts & Media
I offer educational talks and workshops for veterinarians, trainers, schools, and community groups.
I’m also available for podcasts or panels, on dog behavior and dog-and-baby safety.
Check out my latest podcast interview, "Are We Making Our Dogs Anxious?":

Not sure where to begin?
We start with a simple conversation about what’s going on and what matters most to you and your dog. No pressure — just clarity on whether this feels like the right fit.
Book your intro call
See if it’s the right fit
We talk through your situation and goals to see what kind of support makes the most sense for your dog, your family, and your lifestyle.
Then we decide together whether this approach feels like the right fit.
Book your first session
Behavior assessment & training plan
Your first session takes place in your home or virtually. We assess what’s driving your dog’s behavior and outline clear training priorities you can start using right away.
Start your program
Ongoing support & progress
Most in-home programs meet weekly, with support between sessions, written summaries, and recaps to help you stay consistent and confident.
Virtual Behavior Consultations
Virtual consulting prices are listed below. Detailed pricing for in-person sessions is given upon inquiry as these programs are tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Ideal if you’re looking for expert insight, a second opinion, or clear next steps to start improving your dog’s behavior.
In this session we will:
Designed for anybody who wants consistent support and deeper behavior change.
Includes 4 virtual sessions per month, detailed weekly written recap with personalized training suggestions, and guidance between sessions as needed. I work with a limited number of clients at a time to ensure thoughtful, individualized support.
This program is ideal for:
Common questions to help you feel confident about the next step.
Choosing the right support for your dog matters—and with so many approaches out there, it can feel confusing. That’s why I begin with a short introduction call. We’ll talk through your goals, your concerns, and what you’re hoping for and see whether my approach feels aligned for your family.
In most cases, meaningful change is still possible. Progress doesn’t depend on perfection — it grows through understanding, consistency, and support tailored to your dog’s needs.
Most of my clients are surprised that training doesn´t take as much time as they think. We focus on realistic strategies that you can implement regularly and consistently and that fit your schedule-
Most clients see shifts within the first 2 sessions, with others it takes longer. It depends on several factors, such as the dogs age and history, your consistency, and the environment.
My personalized training programs range from one to three months in duration. The first session of each program lasts approximately 90 minutes and includes a home visit, a detailed consultation to identify your unique challenges and goals, and a thorough behavioral assessment of your dog. Subsequent sessions typically run about 60 minutes (+/- 10 minutes, depending on your dog’s focus, your questions, and other factors). Training sessions are typically 1-2 per week, depending on your schedule and goals.
We go beyond basic commands. Our focus is on nurturing your puppy’s confidence, emotional balance, and trust while guiding you to feel confident and supported as a pet parent. We build strong real-life skills that benefit you and your dog for a lifetime. Puppies get personalized attention, and every plan is designed around your home, your schedule, and your goals—so you always know the next right step.
Yes! Virtual consulting lets us see your dog’s behavior where it actually happens, so we can tackle real-life challenges effectively—no matter where you live. Many clients love it because you become the trainer—our focus is on teaching you skills so your dog responds to you in everyday life, not just during a video call.
Yes. Consistency across the household helps dogs feel secure and understand expectations. I can include partners, children, or caregivers as needed.
Absolutely—yes, please! All one-on-one training programs include text and email support throughout the week between sessions. Your clarity and success are my top priorities. You’ll also receive a personalized training plan to guide your progress.
That’s a valid question. Every trainer works differently. Some approaches focus primarily on obedience and compliance. Others rely on correction-based methods. Dogfulness is different.
I don’t use fear, intimidation, or aversive tools. My work centers on understanding your dog’s needs, supporting a calm and regulated nervous system, and coaching you just as much as your dog. Because lasting change doesn’t come from fear — it comes from clarity, trust, and consistency. Many of my clients come to me after trying other programs and are looking for something more sustainable and relationship-based. My goal isn’t just better behavior. It’s a safer, more connected life with your dog.
That said, I’m not the right fit for everyone—and that’s okay. We usually determine alignment during the introduction call or first session. If I’m not the best match, I’m happy to refer you to trusted professionals in my network across the U.S. and Europe.
Nope. I believe every behavior has a reason—dogs aren’t “misbehaving” on purpose; they’re trying to communicate that something is off. My focus is on understanding their needs, teaching new coping and communication skills, and strengthening the bond between you and your dog. I use positive reinforcement behavior modification techniques that help dogs feel safe and supported. I do not use aversive tools like prong collars, shock collars, or choke chains.
Rather than focusing only on obedience, I look at the whole picture — behavior, emotional regulation, environment, and family dynamics. The goal is lasting change, not quick fixes.
Your dog’s future matters. I am a certified professional dog trainer and completed an intensive one-year training program in Germany. This comprehensive education included domestication, ethology (behavioral science), anatomy, pathology, and science-based training methods.
Over the past 13+ years, I have gained extensive hands-on experience working in a variety of training settings with a wide range of dogs and behavioral challenges.
Unlike in many countries, the dog training industry in the U.S. is largely unregulated, meaning anyone can claim to be a trainer without formal education.
I believe learning never stops and remain committed to ongoing education and staying current with the latest research to provide the best possible support to dogs and their owners. In complex cases, I collaborate with or refer to veterinary behaviorists to ensure a comprehensive and holistic approach to behavioral care.
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