Welcome!
Need help? We specialize in behavior modification and training plans for:
Reactivity and aggression toward people and dogs
Shyness and fearfulness
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
Jumping up
Leash pulling
Coming when called
General manners
Multi-animal household issues
Housetraining, chewing, and barking
Efficient and Effective Training
We use techniques that have been scientifically demonstrated to be efficient, effective, and safe. Our training is proven to be successful with any age, any breed, and any personality.
We follow the principles of Progressive Reinforcement Training: "Progressive Reinforcement Training is not a permissive form of training. It requires providing consequences to all behaviors. The trainer takes on the role of a benevolent leader and guide using these ethical and scientifically based methods."
Read more about Progressive Reinforcement Training. We welcome any questions you may have, so please do not hesitate to contact us.
About Katie
Owner and trainer Katie Grillaert is a CPDT-KA certified dog trainer. She has years of experience training rescue, shelter, and foster dogs of all breeds.
Katie is the Director of Training and Behavior for Save-A-Bull Rescue. She also volunteers training and behavioral support for Small Dog Rescue of Minnesota and The Behavior Crew, a division of Foster My Pet.
She is a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, and actively continues her education attending national seminars and workshops, studying peer-reviewed training and behavior research, and continually engaging with colleagues in the community.