Doggie Decorum

🛋️ Train the Dog on Your Couch (Pants Optional) 🐕
Let’s be real for a second. Traditional dog training classes can be a circus. You load a hyper dog into the car, drive across town, and spend an hour sweatily trying to get them to focus while twelve other dogs are barking their heads off.
By the time you get home, you’re exhausted, and your dog has learned exactly one thing: how to lose their mind in a community center.
Let’s do it differently.
Doggie Decorum is bringing live, science-backed group training straight to your living room. Because guess what? Good manners start where real life happens.
🚀 Choose Your Adventure (5 Weeks | Live on Zoom | $175)
Puppy Foundations: Because teeth belong on toys, not your favorite shoes. Establish real-world manners before the teenage phase hits.
Rocket Recall: The holy grail of dog training. Teach your dog to turn on a dime and come sprinting back to you, no matter what.
The Polished Pedestrian: Stop letting your dog walk you. Master loose-leash skills so your shoulder can finally relax.
Brain Games & Enrichment: For the dog with "too much energy." Burn mental calories, bust boredom, and teach cool tricks that actually tire them out.
🎥 Life Happens. We’ve Got You Covered!
Classes meet live on Zoom weekly for about an hour, and every single session is recorded.
Busy schedule? If you have to miss a week, no stress. You won't fall behind.
Need a refresher? You can go back and rewatch the coaching steps as many times as you need during the 5 weeks.
🤔 Not sure which class is right for you? Or need help with something bigger?
Every dog is an individual, and sometimes a group class isn't the right fit.
Are you dealing with big struggles like reactivity, fear, or aggression?
Are you looking into specialized training, like Service Dog foundations?
Or maybe you just aren't sure if your dog is ready for a group setting?
If your needs go beyond basic manners, don't guess! We offer specialized, custom coaching tailored to those complex behaviors so you and your dog can get the targeted help you actually need.
🧠 Why Virtual?
We use modern, force-free, science-based methods. No intimidation, no outdated "dominance" myths—just smart communication that actually works. Plus, training in your dog's natural environment means they actually learn to listen at home, not just in a classroom.
📞 Let's Chat!
We don’t do automated, robotic booking links. We like talking to real humans.
Whether you want to grab a spot in a 5-week group class or need to discuss a custom plan for more complex behaviors, call or text 520-369-3647 and let's figure out the perfect game plan for your dog.

🐾🏡 A Tale of Hope & Petey's Journey 🐾

Dear Hope Animal Shelter,

I'd like to share a heartfelt story about Petey, who was recently adopted by my friend Anne S. Although Petey's initial adventure had a rocky start with his collar slipping on a walk, Anne's dedication was nothing short of incredible. She rallied dozens of people, reached out to you, and even braved a hailstorm in her quest to find him.

Thanks to your swift efforts, Petey is now safe, but there's a new twist in his story. It's been suggested that he might need some training, and you want him to work with your trainer. However, it's important to note that Petey spent months at the shelter without the benefit of this training, even though it was clear he was skittish.

As a professional dog trainer and former foster for dogs, I firmly believe that Petey should return to Anne. The months he spent at the shelter without their trainer's support should not be in vain. I've offered Anne my assistance and expertise in working with Petey, and together, we can create a loving and supportive environment for them. With the right guidance, Petey's journey towards a happy and harmonious life can truly begin.

Here's to Petey, Anne, and the power of second chances. 🐶❤️

Edit

Hope Animal Shelter, after I thought about what I wrote in my previous comment, I considered why you might be hesitant to return Petey to his new mom. Then it struck me that you may have met the overexcited, anxious poster girl on steroids who had just lost her new fur baby. Anne was understandably panicked, hurt (from jumping into a wash to chase Petey), and scared.

But I want to shed light on the Anne you haven't had the chance to know as well as many of us do. You may have spent only about 20 minutes with her during a bustling and successful adoption event. Your phone conversations with her might have seemed a little unusual. I completely understand your reservations about releasing Petey back to her. However, the Anne you haven't met is a remarkable person. She's highly sought after by her peers to care for their fur babies, and she is trusted and respected by so many people who, I'm confident, will stand with me in agreement.

Anne has been contemplating getting a dog for years, and we've discussed it many times. She has shown remarkable patience and waited for the right time. This is a story of a deep and genuine connection, and with your support, Petey's journey can continue to unfold in the loving home that Anne has prepared for him. 🏡🐶❤️