Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
South Salt Lake, UT
39 repeat clients
39 repeat clients
Certified Prof. Dog Trainer CPDT-KA
I specialize in shelter dogs and special needs pets. I am fear-free certified, experienced in cooperative care, and focus on improving your communication and relationship with your pet.
Behavior experience
Training skill set
What to expect
Consultation
I like to use consultations to get a good overview of your training goals, what you've tried so far, and what your expectations are for training. We may also go over things like medication, management, or any medical concerns that may affect training. I will also give you some training resources and help you learn to read your dog's body language.
Sessions
When you book your first training session, I'll outline a training plan. We can use that to guide each session, but overall the time during a session is used for what you feel helps you the most, whether that be asking questions and problem solving, showing me videos of your progress/challenges, practicing out in public or watching me work directly with your dog.
More info
I am a reward-based trainer but that’s more than just treats. I can help you build environmental rewards into your training. I do not use any punishment based methods. I am experienced with navigating the Humane Hierarchy and reducing the amount of intervention your dog requires in daily life.
Reviews
Services
Consultations
Sessions
Availability
I work full time Sunday - Wednesday so I'm available on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. In the future, I may also have availability in the evening earlier in the week.
Days available to train
What to expect
Consultation
I like to use consultations to get a good overview of your training goals, what you've tried so far, and what your expectations are for training. We may also go over things like medication, management, or any medical concerns that may affect training. I will also give you some training resources and help you learn to read your dog's body language.
Sessions
When you book your first training session, I'll outline a training plan. We can use that to guide each session, but overall the time during a session is used for what you feel helps you the most, whether that be asking questions and problem solving, showing me videos of your progress/challenges, practicing out in public or watching me work directly with your dog.
More info
I am a reward-based trainer but that’s more than just treats. I can help you build environmental rewards into your training. I do not use any punishment based methods. I am experienced with navigating the Humane Hierarchy and reducing the amount of intervention your dog requires in daily life.
Reviews
Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
South Salt Lake, UT