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I keep a structured household, with my dogs completely separate (zero contact & out of sight) from visiting dogs, unless appropriate for them to interact. If your dog likes other dogs, we can do 1 on 1 introductions and play/free time during your dog’s stay! My older dog is an amazing puppy raiser, if you have a pup needing to socialize! We strive for positive relationships between the dogs, and will only have our dogs interact if they are a good match. I own a private 1/2 acre yard with plenty of space for exploring and fetch/play, and have dog treadmills (dog pacer and dog trotter), to provide adequate exercise for high energy dogs or when weather is too hot, rainy, etc. In the summer, I fill kiddie pools for water fun! I am able to accommodate dogs that are not tolerant of dogs or people in their space or sight. I do not leave dogs loose unattended, for safety reasons. I require dogs to be crate trained; we use crates at night, meal times, and when we are out of the house. For transport and day trips/outings, your dog would ride in a crate in the car (Ruffland, Dakota, Impact). I am Wilderness First Aid certified for dogs, and am certified in canine & feline nutrition with a specialization in raw feeding. I am comfortable & familiar with subcutaneous injections and administering pills & specialized time-sensitive medications. I have a grooming setup and offer basic groom; bath, brush and nails. Additional fees apply for dogs that are not crate trained, dogs with medical or behavioral needs (including separation anxiety), extra midday meal (standard is 1-2 meals per day), fresh/raw food diets (anything needing freezer/fridge space), and/or cleaning/grooming. Fresh/raw food diets and extra midday meals must be pre-arranged. New policies: Dogs that use harnesses must additionally or alternatively be fitted with a slip lead or alternative appropriate collar for dropoff/pickup and walks, for my safety. A slip lead can be provided if needed! Tardiness for dropoff/pickup time may incur a late fee. Please be respectful of my schedule, and of other clients that may be after you!

Training: My training philosophy is to build a relationship through play and engagement, and make training fun and rewarding by finding what motivates your dog! I offer private training sessions in-person, in your home, or virtual. I am comfortable & familiar with all training tools, and adhere to LIMA standards. We welcome dogs with all training backgrounds! I have trained in basic & advanced/formal obedience, tracking, barn hunt, trailing/locating, urban locating, shed dog, nosework, rally, dock diving, flyball, and schutzhund/IGP. I train & compete with my current dogs in obedience, nosework, barn hunt, NASDA, and IGP. I am CPDT-KA certified, and a member of IAADP with 10yrs of experience with service dogs, including puppy raising, public access, and task training. I have extensive experience with reactive, fearful, and anxious dogs. I am experienced with counterconditioning & desensitization techniques, and muzzle training.