Building trust. Teaching calm. Leading with clarity.

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Professional dog training and coaching for humans that want more than obedience. Grounded behavior support for the real world—personalized, honest, and built on respect.

Heal Through Connection: Empowering You and Your Dog

Begin Your Journey!

Whether you're welcoming a new puppy or strengthening your connection with your dog, I've been perfecting my heart-centered approach since 1998 to help you create a balanced, joyful relationship that lasts.

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How I support your journey:

Heal With Your Dog is not a method—it’s a conversation.
A conversation about safety. About temperament. About the nervous system, structure, and the way you walk through the world with your dog.

Whether you're navigating a high-energy adolescent, managing a sensitive rescue, or just ready to deepen your connection, I’ll help you slow down, clarify your role, and shift the dynamic—for good.

My work combines grounded dog training with lifestyle coaching, somatic insight, and intuitive guidance. Together, we build long-term change through rhythm, reinforcement, and leadership that feels right for both of you.

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The Process

Build Trust

Dogs learn best when they feel safe. We focus on clear communication and gentle guidance to deepen trust

Simple Methods

We use straightforward, nature-based techniques. No gimmicks – just practical exercises that work for you and your dog

Real Results

Training happens where you live and play. You’ll see positive changes in daily life as you and your dog learn to understand each other

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Client Testimonials

"We hired Brian to help us with our high energy Bull Terrier who was reactive towards people. Brian gave us the tools to help our MBT with being calm in so many different situations. It has been a total 180 and the most positive experience for both our dog and us! Brian gives you the tools and makes it work for what you need!"

Bernadette R
"When I got Diego I wanted to make sure that whoever I hired as a trainer knew what he was doing. Because of his pedigree as a high drive working dog Diego could have been problematic for my family if not trained properly. Luckily Brian has a very zen approach to training the dogs and more importantly training the owners. With Brian’s help I feel confident and have seen results that stick. You never feel overwhelmed by his tutelage and like anyone who actually delivers, his actions and results speak louder than any review could do him justice!"

Rob K
"My experience with Brian was excellent. The training couldn’t have worked more perfectly for me and my dog."

Russell M
"My dog Sadie has had anxiety issues since adoption. These issues magnified once I adopted another dog and she developed aggression towards me as well as my other dog. I contacted Brian desperate for help and he came up with a program that really transformed the dynamic between me and my dogs within weeks. Sadie's aggression has also completely subsided. Brian really simplified everything for me and made it easy to implement, I feel like I received the training as much as my dogs. The bond between me and my dogs has never been stronger - I couldn't be happier with the results!"

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Brian S
"I hired Brian to address hyper reactivity in my German Shepherd Kara, which was wreaking havoc in my household. Brian’s knowledge, not only of the breed but also the behavior, is extensive. Brian went above and beyond to train Kara, and as a direct result of his training, Kara’s behavior has drastically improved making for a more harmonious household, and I now have the tools to address the behavior."

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Tanya D
"Brian speaks dog. He transformed the bad behavior in just a couple of sessions, allowing Addison to be the best dog he can be. I couldn’t be happier.”

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Regina S
"We have our hands full with our Bull Terrier Ally! We really felt there was no hope until we met Brian! He is so professional and well-experienced. Ally met an instant friend and instructor. We’ve seen so much improvement in just a few sessions. Brian has a gift, he really understands your pet and brings out such great qualities in them. We continue to work with Brian because not only does he help your pet he helps guide you."

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Danielle F
"Brian is an unbelievable trainer. We got an Australian Shepherd puppy--it was our first dog. It could have been overwhelming, but thanks to Brian, we were able to train and enjoy our dog. He really understands dogs and owners, too! We followed and continue to follow his recommendations."

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Ellen B
"When we adopted our rescue pup Moose he was super insecure and afraid of people, including us. Brian helped build Moose's confidence, and worked with us to make our puppy feel protected with clear boundaries, while allowing him to explore and be adventurous. Brian is a terrific trainer, warm, fun, yet firm, which is exactly what our Moose (and we) needed!"

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