Dog B Good

People training for pooches™. We train you so you can train your dog! We focus on obedience for the real world, including behavior modification.

06/28/2025

Congratulations to Carla and Dexter on completing the our Foundations + eCollar private lesson program! It’s inspiring to see Carla’s dedication in training Dexter, especially given his energetic and stubborn nature, which was quite different from her previous pit bull. Their success highlights the effectiveness of balanced training, which combines positive reinforcement with clear boundaries, tailored to Dexter’s needs. Using structured play, like tug, as part of his learning has also been key in channeling his excitable energy constructively. Carla’s hard work is a great example of how people can learn to train their dogs effectively. Best wishes for their continued journey together!

06/21/2025

🐾 **Big Cheers to Britney, Rich, and Winston!** 🎉

This incredible team just graduated from our Foundations + eCollar Program, showcasing a remarkable transformation! Their nearly 1-year-old German Shepherd, Winston, started highly reactive to dogs and people, keeping our trainer Justin at a distance. Through dedication, Britney and Rich implemented consistent structure and clear boundaries, helping Winston become a more positively engaged pup who now enjoys lessons with Justin!

Winston will always have his suspicious nature but he’s more discerning and makes much better behavioral choices thanks to Britney & Rich.

Training is a lifelong journey, and their commitment shows it’s a process that evolves with a dog’s life. Team Winston FTW!

06/10/2025

Please help us welcome the newest and most adorable addition to the DBG pack - Nelly! Sara adopted her from as her next companion pooch and is beyond impressed with this pittie mutt (scroll for DNA results).

Now don’t be fooled by those sweet soulful eyes, Nelly is full of s***k and grit! She doesn’t mess around and easily holds her own with the big dogs, including big brother, Torben, who is being a wonderfully tolerant. Nelly is a curious and playful rapscallion, and she also loves a cuddle on the couch. The future is very bright for this little one and we can’t wait to share her journey with you all.
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06/02/2025

Congratulations to Liz with her good girl, Oswin, for completing our Foundations Program! Liz came to us for help with Oswin with behavioral mistakes including resource guarding. Now don’t let that pretty face and sweet eyes fool you, Oswin is also a smartie! And Liz was a great student so it made lessons easy as both picked up concepts well. Liz put in the awesome work at home including more structure and rules that taught Oswin what is appropriate and where to be. Home life is awesome now and Oswin is proof that you can teach an older dog. The key is consistency over time with clear communication. Way to go Liz & Oswin!
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05/20/2025

Nothing makes us smile more than seeing happy dogs and their humans learning together. We wrapped up a recent group class and loved watching the progress unfold—dogs improving skills in high distraction environments, and people growing more confident with their training. It’s always rewarding to see those everyday moments of connection and teamwork. 🐾

05/14/2025

Big congratulations to Sam, Rachel, and their girl, Maple, for graduating from our Foundations + eCollar Program! 🎉 Maple, a smart and spirited young pup, brought some unique challenges, but Sam and Rachel stepped up with dedication and skill, mastering the training process like pros. It was an absolute blast working with this dynamic duo! We’re so proud of this trio and thrilled to see their bond grow stronger every day. Here’s to many more adventures together! 🐾

05/09/2025

Available to new and returning clients - next school session starts June 7th!

What is a Board & Train?

🔹 Your dog stays with us at our training facility for immersive, comprehensive training.
🔹 We provide personalized programs for obedience, manners & behavior issues based on your dog’s needs and your goals.
🔹 Our experienced, knowledgeable & friendly team deliver professional training with real-world exposure.
🔹 Three-week minimum for new clients. NO minimum for returning clients.

Who is a Board & Train for?

🔹 Owners dealing with moderate to severe behavioral issues such as reactivity, resource-guarding, etc.
🔹 Busy owners who want their dog to have a strong training foundation prior to private lessons.
🔹 Anyone looking for long-term results with expert guidance.
🔹 Owners planning summer trips and want to come back to a better-behaved dog.

What Sets DogBGood Apart?

🔹 Balanced methods & approach using structure & rewards.
🔹 Real-world training in different environments.
🔹 Limited number of dogs per program for focused attention.
🔹 1-on-1 coaching for owners after the program.
🔹 Ongoing, personalized support to maintain progress.
🔹 We aren’t a cookie-cutter business! We appreciate the nuance of every dog and every person’s way of learning.

📍 Spots are limited! Secure your dog’s transformation today.
Contact us for your complimentary consultation! Returning clients, schedule direct!

Email us at [email protected] to get started.

04/21/2025

Well this made us very happy trainers! The real kudos goes to our awesome clients like this one who put in the solid work day in and day out. All we can do is share our knowledge and provide skills & tools. It’s up to YOU to apply it all and make it work in your life with your dog.
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04/19/2025

Justin talking about reward styles with Oswin on Place.

We break down reward styles this way:

Dynamic Reward = “Break” or “CHIP”. Both are considered terminal meaning they end a command.

• CHIP is also used as a marker to indicate the moment the dog does something correctly. Like taking a snapshot. It is always followed by a high value reward such as food or toy.

• We also use “CHIP”-reward to help desensitize dogs to things that make them nervous.

• Must use a high pitch tone for CHIP.

• Say “CHIP” as soon as command is completed/dog in position then step back to give treat or toy as dog comes to you.

Break is more like, “good job, come and get some love” and the reward is typically verbal praise with physical affection.

• Use happy tone for Break and step backwards to draw your dog to you.

Static Reward = “Good Boy/Girl” with or without or soft pets/ear rubs. Static rewards help keep your dog in command.

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04/10/2025

Huge congratulations to Sarah & Alan for completing our Foundations + eCollar Program with their amazing dog, Mona! When we first met Mona, she was a bundle of nerves, struggling with anxiety that kept her world—and Sarah and Alan’s—pretty small. But thanks to their hard work, consistency, and love, Mona has transformed into a happy, confident, balanced pooch who’s ready to take on the world. Sarah’s now out and about with Mona, exploring new places and making memories together. We’re so proud of this incredible team for their dedication and trust in the process, which wasn’t always easy. Mona’s journey is proof of what’s possible with the right training, clear boundaries, consistency over time and a whole lot of loving work. Way to go, Sarah, Alan, and Mona!
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03/19/2025

Shake off the midweek slump with these fun photos of happy pooches & people from our recent group classes!

At DogBGood, our balanced training methods blend positive reinforcement with clear boundaries, creating happy, well-mannered dogs and thrilled owners.

Join us for a fun, effective program that strengthens your bond and brings out the best in your pup.

The journey starts with a complimentary consultation - reach out today to schedule yours now!
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02/19/2025

Awesome feedback from happy client: “I am able to drink coffee in the am without them bothering me!!!! Thank you! 💕🙏🏽🐾” “I can eat, sit, watch tv and I don’t have a dog barking at me to play!!!!“ “Justin is a miracle worker!”

Miracles aside ;) Not all dogs possess the skill of self-soothing and teaching them through first crate time and then Place command (which is essentially a crate without walls), gives your dog this essential skill and keeps everyone happier & healthier.

Kudos to our awesome client for putting in the solid, consistent effort at home. Especially in a multi-dog home, we know it’s not always easy but it is always rewarding & worth it.

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Our Story

Justin is a certified dog trainer with over a decade of experience. He obtained his certification at Canyon Crest K9 Training in Tacoma, WA, where he worked with all breeds and temperaments, including high aggression.

Justin's journey into dog training began when he was a new dog owner and enrolled his then young pup, Porter, into a group class to help him manage Porter's very high energy. When given no instruction or advice, he was told to release Porter into the group for play. Unsurprisingly, the results were less than stellar and the "trainer" told Justin to get control of his dog. "Isn't that what you're supposed to teach me?" he asked. The reply was that Porter couldn't be helped. Unsatisfied and disbelieving, Justin sought out to learn dog training and the rest is history!

Sadly, this story is not uncommon. Many of our clients have also "failed" group classes, been told their dogs "can't be helped" or are "too much." We have been the last resort to more than a few owners and we have cherished the opportunity to change their lives.