Finally have a dog you can brag about

Lots of dogs can feel anxious or nervous due to a multitude of factors. So how can we help them? Build the relationship between you and your dog by creating an unwavering trust. If your dog can have absolute trust and confidence in you, then they won’t have to worry about different situations they are in. They can trust that you will keep them safe and handle anything that comes your way. Training is futile unless you establish a strong relationship with your dog. Above all, make it positive and fun! Play with them, use engagement games, create obstacles for them to tackle and build confidence, reward neutrality in different environments, and ALWAYS end it on a win. #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogtrainingtips

It’s her world, we’re all just living in it #kaia #dogtraining #balanceddogtrainer #dogtrainer #dogtrainersofig

Now, you will never see me inside a dog park, BUT you most definitely will see me training outside of one. I hate dog parks just as much as the next trainer for a multitude of reasons (dog fights and illnesses are inevitable here) but they offer one of the best environments to build engagement and work around distractions. With all the sights, sounds, and smells a dog park offers, you can use the outside area to teach neutrality at a safe distance. THAT is what socialization is. Learning to be balanced around a chaotic environment while staying engaged with their number one priority, you. #dogtrainer #balanceddogtraining #dogtraining

Happy 14th Birthday to my old man!🥳 The last of my og pack, Bodee was always full of fire and never knew his size. The one who got me to really fall in love with dog sports. Without a doubt, I wouldn’t be the trainer I am today without you Bo! Promise you’ll give me another 14💙

A HUGE thank you to @k9decoy_neil @socalbiteclub for showing me the ropes! I couldn’t have found a friendlier and more welcoming group of people. I had an absolute blast learning from the best and taking some bites! I can’t wait to be back and develop as a decoy👊 #dogtraining #bitework #malinois

Queen of the head tilts👑 #dogtrainer #balanceddogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogtrainersofig

Old dogs CAN learn new tricks! Bodee is 13 now and, despite losing a lot of his hearing and eyesight with age, he still loves to do scent games and learn new skills. Senior dogs still need mental and physical stimulation! #dogtrainer #balanceddogtraining #dogsofinstagram #dogtrainersofig

Structure = Reliability: With reliability comes more freedom. To me, there are few things better than seeing a dog have the freedom to run through an open field, pick up as many sticks as they can find, and just be a dog. But that freedom is a privilege earned through discipline, structure, and consistency, with plenty of failures and hard training days in between. The best feeling in the world is getting to that stage of trust and reliability so that you can both enjoy every second together 🙌 #dogtraining #balanceddogtraining

BEAR🐻 This sweet guy is working on exposure, confidence, and obedience. A great first session and more to come! #dogtraining #balanceddogtrainer #dogsofinstagram #dogtrainersofig

Big girl things at @bluecollarworkingdog #dogtraining #balanceddogtrainer #dogsofinstagram #dogtrainersofig

Apparently she’s way too cool to look at the camera, but she was awesome with her training today! I like using these goggles to supplement training and add a bit of a challenge for Kaia🐾 #dogtraining #rexspecs #dogtrainersofig #dogtrainer #dogsofinstagram #doglife #balanceddogtraining #balanceddogtrainer

Big Bruce👊 First training session with this handsome fella today and he’s going to be a fun one! #doberman #dobermanpuppy #dobermanofinstagram #dogtraining #dogtrainersofig #dogtrainer

Dynamic duo🖤 #dogtraining #dogtrainersofig #dogtrainer

Took a little break from scent training to get some trail time! (Don’t worry, she’s smiling on the inside😅) #traildog #hikingwithdogs

She's kind of a cool dog, not going to lie♡