Yes, Your Dog Can Behave.

What makes you different from other dog trainers?  

Our Mind & Manners™ Method blends behavior work with real-life obedience, focusing on how your dog feels and acts so results actually stick. We work with all pet dogs, but we specialize in tough cases, rescue dogs, and former animal research dogs, offering support that’s practical, empathetic, and proven to work.

We work with you to create a customized training plan so you can get everything you want, and none of the extra fluff you don't actually need.​

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What do you mean by "customized training" for each dog?

We look at each individual dog (and their owner!) and create a training plan based on their
unique medical history, genetics, environment, stress levels, family dynamics, past experiences, and
individual personalities. We come up with the strategies that will help you and your dog be the most
successful in your lives.

What methods do you use to train dogs?

Whatever is best for you and your dog! We are not a "one-trick-pony" and we do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. This is why we can work with tons of dogs, even if they're not food motivated or have been failed by other trainers in the past.

For obedience training, we use positive reinforcement and pressure/release leash pressure, (similar to how horses understand where you want them to go when you move the reigns one way or the other). For our clients who want more flexibility and off-leash training, we can add in remote collar training with a vibration collar or Ecollar.

Behavior Modification training requires deep expertise in canine psychology and emotional regulation. We focus on rewiring emotional responses by building frustration tolerance, resilience, autonomy, problem-solving skills, and relaxation. This isn’t obedience; it’s emotional rehab. It works because we tailor every step to your dog’s unique history, triggers, and tolerance levels.

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Where are your services available?  

We’re based in North Carolina for in-person training, but our virtual programs are available anywhere in the U.S. and Canada.
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How long before I see results?  

You’ll likely see progress fast, especially with obedience! Many of our clients notice changes in their dog’s behavior at the very first lesson or immediately during the Board and Train.
But, lasting results take reps. Think of dog training like going to the gym; we're your personal trainer, and we'll teach you (and your dog) everything we know - but eventually you won't need us there by your side anymore, however, you will need to keep going to the gym on your own if you want to keep everything up! 

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For behavior cases, the timeline is different. You’ll usually see a big shift within the first couple of weeks, especially once we start helping your dog feel safer and more in control. Then, things tend to plateau a bit. That’s totally normal and expected, because of how your dog’s nervous system and brain process change. Around 4–6 months in, with consistency on your part and ours, you’ll start to see deeper changes: better choices, calmer reactions, and a more regulated, confident dog!​

 

What is your success rate with previous clients?

We’ve helped hundreds of families make real progress, and the clients who lean in, ask questions, and keep showing up see real results- and we’re proud to say that’s most of them! For us, success means less guilt, shame, and frustration... and more peace of mind, confidence, and clarity for you and your dog.

But don't just take our word for it: read our 100+ five star reviews and hear directly from our clients about their experience and the success they achieved!