Meet The Trainer
Zoë didn’t just become a dog trainer because she loves dogs; she became a trainer because she’s passionate about helping people succeed. With over 6 years of professional experience and a trade school degree as a Certified Behavioral Trainer, Zoë is prepared to help you live a more fulfilling life with your dog. She believes in leading with empathy throughout your training journey, while building confidence, balance and understanding between you and your dog.
There are many emotions that often come with owning a dog. The experience can lead to feeling overwhelmed, embarrassment and even shame. Zoë’s journey started with her first rescue dog, Scully. The process to understanding Scully’s reactivity and aggression led her down a path that changed her life forever, and she enjoys providing people all the tools and knowledge that she wish she had.
In Zoë’s free time she trains and competes in various dog sports, with a focus on protection sports with her dog Cherry. She also enjoys exploring the woods with her pack and spending time with her daughter. Zoë grew up in Colorado Springs and loves supporting her community by shopping local and fostering for rescue organizations.
Our Training Philosophy
Our philosophy at its core is about providing clear, fair and empathetic leadership to our dogs. We build dogs that can confidently navigate the world without simply reacting to it, and we teach you how to build and enforce lifelong skills. We can unlock a whole new world of freedom for your dog when we provide clear expectations.
Balanced training, simply put, is a clear “yes” and “no” communication between dog and human. It’s not all about obedience, although that is an exceptional tool. We want a simple language you and your dog can both rely on to make life and its adventures easier to navigate.
We fundamentally believe in use of equipment that provides clear and fair communication. We use tools like e-collars, slip leads, prong collars, harnesses, flat collars, treats, toys and whatever provides your dog the information they need from us. Our highest priority is helping you understand your dog’s specific needs and setting you up for success, so we are always happy to answer questions about our methods.
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