Who & What to Expect

Who I am

My name is Sage, and as a 10 year old girl fostering dogs, I wanted to keep and save them all without a single thought. After over a decade of rescue experiences, more than a thousand foster animals, working as a veterinary technician, and having found my overall purpose in dog training I find that the answer has been in front of us all along.

We're speaking the wrong language.

With every dog being unique in their experiences, behavior, and personality the way they learn best can vary greatly. Training styles and plans should mirror that variance. We will discover the true motivators for your dog, build strong handler engagement, and demonstrate confident leadership. Dog training does not happen overnight, it is a build of mutual understanding and communication between species. My goal is not only to assist you in training your dog but have you leaving sessions thinking more like a dog trainer yourself. We will talk, play, learn, and explore together. Learning about your dog and their behavior while practicing effective communication techniques to help you lead a better life as a team.

You and your dog deserve a trainer who will stick by you through it all.

Methodology

My methodology as a dog trainer lies solely in maintaining, rekindling, and strengthening the relationship between you and your dog. I understand that dog ownership is not always rainbows and butterflies, it can be frustrating, demanding, and draining especially when you are dealing with reactivity or other behavioral issues. The amount of advice and information out there on what you should do to “fix” your dog can be overwhelming to navigate on your own.

No matter your lifestyle, the training methods you’ve explored, or the tools you’ve used, you and your dog are always welcome here. I’m committed to supporting you both with understanding and guidance that creates lasting benefits for everyone involved.

~ EDUCATION ~ COMMUNICATION ~ ADVOCATION ~ EMPATHY ~