You love your dog like crazy.
So why does it feel so hard?
You got your dog to be your best friend, your companion. Your comfort after long days. But instead of joy, you're dealing with overwhelm, worry. Maybe even guilt. You scroll social media and see other dogs calmly sitting at breweries or hiking off-leash, and you think, "Why can't my dog be like that?"
When guests come over, you can't enjoy their company - you're managing your dog the entire time, or listening to them bark from another room.
On walks, you're scanning for triggers, bracing for reactions. Off-leash dogs make your stomach drop. "Oh god, what's going to happen?"
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If you work from home, your Zoom calls are interrupted by barking at every passerby, every truck. By the end of the day, your nerves are shot. "Can I have just ONE day of quiet to work?" And still you know, your dog is doing their best. You just don't know how to help them.​​
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Maybe you tried to DIY training with videos from the internet, but quickly realized that it's like drinking water from a fire hose, and a lot of that water is actually straight garbage. You might have tried other trainers who made you feel like a failure for not doing "enough" - as if you don't already have a job, bills, relationships, and your own well-being to manage. Or maybe you got a training plan that simply didn't work, leaving you wondering if training can even help your dog at all.
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Here's What's Possible Instead
Just imagine:
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Walks where you can actually breathe. Where you're not white-knuckling the leash, scanning for triggers.
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Your dog settling calmly when guests arrive, and you actually enjoying their company.
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Knowing exactly what to do when your dog gets overwhelmed, and having a Plan B ready for tough days.
This is what private training with me offers: practical, kind solutions that actually work for your real life. And not just a checklist of fixes for leash pulling or jumping. We'll create a holistic plan that honors all your dog's needs and works with your lifestyle.
You'll learn to "speak dog" and open up communication you didn't think possible. You'll have a toolkit of strategies at your fingertips. You'll stop spinning your wheels trying to figure it out alone, because you'll have me - a certified professional dog trainer - in your corner. I'll help you wade through all the junk science on the internet, and find what actually works for you and your dog.
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Your dog will feel safer and more comfortable in the world. And you'll feel relief, confidence, and pride. The bond between you will strengthen. The scales between caring for your dog and caring for yourself will finally balance.
How it Works
Step 1: Discovery Call
Sign up for a Discovery Call, where we'll chat about your specific situation so I can learn about you and your dog. This is also your chance to ask any questions about the training process and package selection, and to make sure we're a good fit.
Step 2: Choose Your Package & Book Your Initial Consultation
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You'll select the package that works for you, and I'll send over a contract and invoice. Then you'll book your first 60-minute Initial Consultation and fill out a behavior intake form so I can get a complete picture before we meet.
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Step 3: Your Initial Consultation (60 minutes)
We dive deep into your dog's behavior and create your dog's custom training plan. We'll do hands-on practical work too, so you leave with tools you can use immediately.
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Step 4: Your Training Journey
After each session, you'll receive a detailed Google Doc with everything we covered - homework descriptions, helpful resources, and links. Between sessions, you have weekly Zoom office hours and email support whenever you need it.
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At each follow-up session, we'll troubleshoot what's working (and what's not), adjust the plan to fit your life, and keep building skills.
Here's What You Get
A Custom Training Plan For Your Dog
No cookie-cutter approaches. With a plan custom-fit to your lifestyle, we address the specific behaviors your dog is struggling with, and more importantly, the emotions underneath those behaviors.
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Hands-On Practical Training Sessions
We don't just talk theory. Every session includes practical work so you can see what to do and practice with support.
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Detailed Session Notes & Resources
After every session, you'll receive a Google Doc with written descriptions of your homework, links to helpful resources, and everything we discussed, so you never have to worry about remembering it all.
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Weekly Zoom Office Hours
Stuck on something between sessions? Want my eyes on a behavior? Drop into weekly office hours for real-time support.
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Unlimited Email Support
Questions don't only come up during sessions. Email me anytime between sessions and I'll help you troubleshoot.
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A Toolkit of Strategies
You'll never have to wonder "what do I do now?" anymore. You'll have a menu of options for every situation, including Plan B strategies for tough days.​
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Ethical, Force-Free Training Methods
No pain or intimidation. Just science-based, effective training that keeps your dog feeling safe and builds trust.
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A Cheerleader & Coach in Your Corner
I love your dog, too. Even the spicy ones. (Especially the spicy ones, maybe?) My mission is to earn the trust of every dog I meet, and to support you every step of the way without judgment or shame.
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Clients Say...
~ Mackenzie M. and Bear
Katie takes the time to get to know your dog personally – their tendencies, likes/dislikes, habits, and quirks! The training schedule and workload is made to fit my lifestyle and Bear’s needs. I have seen a complete shift in his reactions to things that would normally trigger him.
Bear, a very, very good boy
This is For You If...
✓ Your dog struggles with anxiety, reactivity, leash pulling, noise sensitivity, jumping on guests, barking, or any other behavior issues.
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✓ You feel overwhelmed and don't know what to do - you've Googled everything and still feel stuck. Or you've worked with other trainers who gave you plans that didn't work, either for your dog or for your lifestyle.
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✓ You're juggling a full life and need solutions that actually fit your bandwidth​.
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✓ You want to avoid (or stop using) aversive tools and use ethical, force-free training methods.
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✓ You're committed to helping your dog, but you need support, not more pressure.
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✓ You want a trainer who will love your dog and meet you where you're at without judgment.
This Might Not Be Right For You If...
✗ You're looking for a magic wand for your dog's behavior issues. While we'll tackle some things right away for quick relief, real progress unfolds over time.
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✗ You're looking for punishment-based methods to change your dog's behavior.
Choose Your Package:
Initial Consultation
Test the training waters
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One 60 minute initial consultation to deep dive and create a plan
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Customized worksheets and resources to guide you through your homework
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Weekly Zoom office hours for two weeks after session
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Video review and email support for two weeks after session​​
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Investment: $160
Session must be used within 30 days of purchase date.
4 Session Package
Help your dog build new skills
and better habits
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One 60 minute initial consultation to deep dive and create a plan
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Three 60 minute sessions to implement and fine tune the plan
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Customized worksheets and resources to guide you through your homework
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Weekly Zoom office hours between sessions
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Video review and email support between sessions
Investment: $515
Sessions must be used within 90 days of package start date.
7 Session Package
Dive deeper and strengthen
your training toolkit
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One 60 minute initial consultation to deep dive and create a plan
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Six 60 minute sessions to implement and fine tune the plan
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Customized worksheets and resources to guide you through your homework
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Weekly Zoom office hours between sessions
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Video review and email support between sessions
Investment: $820
Sessions must be used within 180 days of package start date.
Clients Say...
Katie has been great to work with! We really appreciate her fear-free approach and how she tailors training to our individual needs. Our reactive, anxious dog loves working with her, which speaks volumes about her expertise. I highly recommend Katie for all your dog training needs!
~ Jen D. of Medford, MA
Katie really listens to her clients, and was so helpful with our anxious (freeze-reactive) rescue pup. And we got the "fun" surprise that she was heartworm positive, she adapted with us and helped us find the best solutions that worked for both us and for her for keeping her calm during the 8 weeks of crate rest.
~ Sharra N. of Boston, MA
Meet Your Trainer
Hi, I'm Katie.
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I believe every dog deserves to feel comfortable in the world. And every dog owner deserves to feel confident, supported, and proud of their pup.
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Whether your dog is reactive, anxious, or just needs some new skills, I'm genuinely excited to meet them and help them thrive.
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I'm here to be your cheerleader, your coach, and your guide through all the confusing, contradictory advice out there. I genuinely love every dog I work with, and I'll love yours too.
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Training should strengthen your bond with your dog, not add stress to your life. Let's make that happen together.
