FreeLance Dog Training

01/07/2025

Last week's Service Dog Seminar I co-hosted with was an invigorating experience I'm especially grateful for. I'm grateful for the guidance, partnership, and lessons I learned from Lisa, I'm grateful for the lessons I learned from the attendees and dogs that trusted me and participated in a supportive and educational weekend, I'm grateful for the support I received from my family and partner, grateful for the amazing facility we trained in, and I'm thankful for the lessons I learned about myself.

The first seminar we hosted 4 years ago was a bit nerve-wracking since it was my first and there were a lot of trainers in attendance, but we created an interactive and supportive network throughout that weekend. For this seminar, we set out to intentionally do the same, and I think we succeeded in creating a supportive environment and community that I hope keeps supporting each other. There's always more lessons to learn from dogs and other people, so let's keep helping each other learn how dogs can help people & keep learning about how people can help dogs.

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29/06/2025

Last weekend's seminar was another career highlight! So grateful to share my experience with other trainers and handlers but also learned a ton from the dogs, attendees, and My Life Unleashed Dog Training & Luminary Service Dogs. Stay tuned for more pics and videos!

29/05/2025

I'm co-hosting a Service Dog Seminar/Workshop with next month and we still have a few Working Spots and Audit Spots open! The seminar will help service dog handlers troubleshoot and work towards their goals with their SDiT's, while audit spots will benefit dog trainers looking to add service dog training to their skillset. Our last seminar in 2021 was a great networking and support system building opportunity for SD Teams and professional dog trainers.

On our last day, we'll be taking a road trip to Keystone for Canine Good Citizen & Public Access Testing which we've opened up to non-service dog teams that are looking to get CGC certifications and have fun on a mountain day-trip with a few scenic stops!

Visit the event page or comment for more info and the sign up links!

28/05/2025

Dogs love to play games but need to be taught the rules of the game of tug. Playing tug with your dog with a strengthen your relationship and their obedience while giving a great outlet for their energy.

In this video, I'll show you how to get your dog excited about the game, how to teach the "DROP IT" command, and I'll show what a tug game looks like when the dog knows the rules of the game. So if your dog has been uninterested in the game of tug, or doesn't let go, or runs away with the toy, or bites your hands, this video will show you how to make this game fun for you and your dog. Please comment if you have questions.

Dogs love to play games but need to be taught the rules of the game of tug. Playing tug with your dog with a strengthen your relationship and their obedience...

30/04/2025

Bear finished his 15 day Day-Training program! He's now ready for off-leash adventures this summer! I'm booking for May and June now so DM me if you're interested in setting up an off-leash training program so you and your dog can explore safely this summer.

This program is designed to teach the e-collar over 3 weeks so dogs can learn how to have reliable recalls and obedience like Leave It while off-leash around high distractions like other dogs, smells, and critters. Bear was dropped off and picked up at each day and joined playgroup at the doggy daycare before/after his training with me each day. He also learned how to play tug & fetch, basic obedience, Heel, and roll over on top of his off-leash skills.

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10/03/2025

I'm so excited for our seminar in June! and I will be hosting a Service Dog Seminar June 20th - 23rd for SD Handlers and other dog trainers to learn Psychiatric & Mobility Support, Medical Alerts, and Public Access Obedience. Our first seminar in 2021 was a blast but we're excited to bring a new approach that focuses more on hands-on training & discussion over lectures on training methodology and theory. Aaaaannd instead of a trip to Disney World for the final day, this time we'll be taking a mountain trip to Breckenridge, CO! If you're a dog trainer, signing up for an Audit Spot can help you add SD training to your skill set and locals don't necessarily need to attend every day - plus last seminar was an excellent networking/community building opportunity that we plan to strive for again. SD owner-trainers will have a great opportunity for Lisa and I to work with you and your dog if you sign up for a Working Spot. When you sign up you'll get access to a curated 4 hr educational video playlist to help prep for the seminar! Unfortunately, we have less availability this seminar than last so follow the link in my bio to sign up while there's still space - feel free to DM if you have questions!

19/02/2025

This video has a ton of clips from my last service dog seminar - meaning I give away a ton dog training secrets people had to travel and pay to learn! More importantly, you'll better understand your furry roommate! In this video, I cover the these 5 concepts: Reward History, Learning in Pictures, Generalization, 80% Success Rate, and Fading Assistance. If you understand those concepts, you'll understand how dogs learn and you'll basically be an amateur dog trainer at that point! Applying these learning concepts to training sessions will streamline you to your goals in your pet or service dog training program. Please comment if you have questions!

I give away so many dog training secrets in this video! Seriously, if you understand these 5 concepts of how dogs learn, you'll basically be an amateur dog t...

12/02/2025

Here's some pics and clips from Dolph's Day-Training! Day Training is like doggy daycare but instead of joining playgroup all day, I spend time training them throughout the day. He was a great coworker 😁 the 10 Day course is my cheapest option but Dolph still learned Come, Sit, Down, Stay, Fetch, Heel, Back, Leave It, Place, and Loose-Leash Walking skills while also learning how not to jump and bother his older doggy roommates with his adolescent energy. Contact me if you're interested in hearing more about Day Training and Board & Train services!

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10/02/2025

I crossed a milestone I should acknowledge and celebrate! 500 YouTube subscribers! I started off making videos because I felt like clients of mine needed them for visual reference when they were practicing training methods I showed them without me there to coach. Then, I eventually started enjoying video editing as a creative process and saw it could be a broader platform to help dogs than just personally working with every dog. I plan to continue sharing knowledge with dog owners to spread the helpful training and dog owning tips! I'm also excited that a recent video crossed the 5k view mark and another passed 1k! Visit my YouTube to see some recent videos you may have missed and subscribe if you haven't already! Another milestone: 2k followers on IG, so THANK YOU to all of you as well!

07/01/2025

Here's an update on the services that FreeLance Dog Training offers! I primarily do private training lessons at a client's home or nearby park so we can focus on practical training with a personalized program. I'm glad to announce my Day Training/Board & Train program with Bark & Play Denver a doggy daycare in Denver. This service allows you to either drop off and pick up your dog each day or leave them overnight for boarding. I also do Service Dog and Therapy Dog training; with 4 years experience I've helped certify over 50 dog teams. Group Classes are fun, safe activities owners can do with their dog while practicing skills they've learned in my private lessons or day training. Finally, I offer pet sitting and dog walking services for those who have completed a private training program. Leave a comment if you have any questions on the services I offer!

Here's an update on the services that FreeLance Dog Training offers! I primarily do private training lessons at a client's home or nearby park so we can focu...

01/07/2024

I'm hosting a free seminar at Earthdog on Saturday, July 20th @ 12- 1:30! This seminar is meant to educate owners on finding which type of tools will help them train their dogs. Some tools require more training to operate than others and some have safety concerns owners should know about. Many dog owners simply haven't tried different tools because they don't want to keep buying dog equipment but they may have missed out on a tool that would greatly benefit them and their dog. That's why I've decided to host a seminar like this, to give brief descriptions + do's and don'ts of a variety of training equipment.

The tools I'll be covering are slip collars, e-collars, head halters/gentle leaders, prong/pinch collars, harnesses, muzzles, pet corrector, and more.

I'll also be giving away $300 in training equipment as well as giving discounts to those who sign up for training classes! So if learning more about dog training equipment wasn't enticing enough for the average owner, hopefully those prizes will motivate you to mark the date on your calendar. Please do not bring your dog to avoid overcrowding. Hope to see you there.

18/06/2024

New video on YouTube that important for every dog owner: HOW TO KEEP YOUR DOG SAFE! In the video, I discuss dog park safety, dog crates, behavior modification training for dogs with fear and anxiety, health tips, nutrition, dog socialization, overheating, bloat, and how to break up a dog fight. Please take the time to give it a watch, your dog will thank you!

This video is important for all dog owners! As dog guardians, we take on a huge responsibility to care for the well-being and safety of another sentient bein...