Zen Dog Training

Zen Dog Training Zen Dog Training is about balance. Helping you build a harmonious relationship through effective, balanced training methods.

We focus on creating calm, confident, and well-behaved dogs while strengthening the bond between you and your best friend. A Luxury Dog Training Experience

Does your dog’s behavior leave you feeling frustrated? Do you ever wonder if life would be easier without them? Do you wish your dog was so well-mannered that they became the envy of the entire neighborhood? At Zen Dog Training, we redefine wh

at it means to train a dog. With nearly 25 years of experience and thousands of happy dogs and owners, we provide an elite, concierge-style training experience designed to bring harmony to your home. Our balanced training approach is rooted in deep expertise, proven methods, and a commitment to excellence. We don’t just train dogs—we transform relationships. Through tailored coaching, we teach you how to communicate in a way your dog instinctively understands, creating lasting results. A well-trained dog isn’t just a companion—it’s a statement of refinement, ease, and a life well-lived. Experience the difference of world-class dog training with Zen Dog Training, where luxury meets lasting results.

06/25/2026

Owner-Trained Service Dog Programs at Zen Dog Training

We believe every eligible handler deserves the freedom and independence a well-trained service dog can provide, regardless of upfront budget.

That’s why we offer owner-train programs designed with real families in mind. Your future service dog lives with you full-time from the start. We guide you step-by-step through the training process right in your own home and community, so the bond forms naturally and the skills transfer seamlessly into daily life.

Program Highlights:
Minimum of three tasks trained specifically for the handler’s disability
Impeccable public access manners and behavior
All necessary equipment included
Lifetime follow-up support and access at no additional cost

Making It Accessible:
We require a $1,500 deposit to get started, then work with families to create manageable payment plans on the remaining balance. This approach helps us open the door for more veterans, individuals with disabilities, and families who cannot pay the full amount upfront.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore service dogs or ready to start the journey, we’re here to support you with ethical, relationship-based LIMA training every step of the way.

👉 Read our blog post on how to select the right service dog trainer, it’s full of important questions to ask and red flags to watch for.

https://www.zendognwa.com/post/how-to-choose-the-right-service-dog-trainer-a-practical-guide-for-people-with-disabilities

We’d love to see your current or future service dog teams!

📸 Drop a photo of your dog in the comments, tag a friend or family member who has a service dog, or share if you know someone who could benefit from this program.

Questions? Comment below or send us a message. We reply to everyone. ❤️

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The Ancient Egyptian Roots of the Ibizan HoundDid you know the elegant Ibizan Hound may have inspired the ancient Egypti...
06/25/2026

The Ancient Egyptian Roots of the Ibizan Hound

Did you know the elegant Ibizan Hound may have inspired the ancient Egyptian god Anubis? With origins tracing back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, these dogs are true primitive breeds, far closer to their feral ancestors than modern companion breeds.

Unlike Labrador Retrievers or Golden Retrievers, which were developed over generations specifically to partner closely with humans, primitive breeds like the Ibizan Hound often prioritize instinct first. That legendary sighthound prey drive and independent thinking can make them feel more challenging to train than your average eager-to-please family dog.

But here’s the beautiful part we’ve discovered at Zen Dog Training: When you use a relationship-based LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) methodology, these dogs don’t just get through training; they thrive and genuinely enjoy what we’re doing. By working with their natural drives instead of against them, we build incredible bonds that honor who they truly are.

No forcing. Just partnership.

Do you have a primitive breed (Ibizan, Basenji, Pharaoh Hound, etc.) or a dog with a strong independent streak? We’d love to hear from you!

Drop in the comments:

👉 What’s one instinctive behavior your dog shows that always makes you smile (or sigh)?

👉 Has training looked different with them compared to other dogs you’ve known?

Let’s celebrate the wonderfully ancient (and wonderfully stubborn) personalities in the dog world!

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06/15/2026

Doing all the things...

Gracie is so proud of how good she was while we de-shedded her coat. This took us less than 30 seconds to get all this h...
06/09/2026

Gracie is so proud of how good she was while we de-shedded her coat. This took us less than 30 seconds to get all this hair out. I absolutely LOVE these brushes. Get one at: https://amzn.to/4evH6gN

Let’s Talk about a super easy way to help a new puppy adjust to home life.New puppies are notoriously troublemakers. If ...
06/05/2026

Let’s Talk about a super easy way to help a new puppy adjust to home life.
New puppies are notoriously troublemakers. If they wander off into another room, you have to wonder if they are sneaking away to potty somewhere, chew on something they shouldn’t, or are just generally causing mischief.
One of my favorite ways to remedy this is by using tether stations throughout the house.
I’m sitting here on the couch doing some work while my son does his school work. I’m finishing up some home papers and Mongo is tied off to the corner of my coffee table with several toys to choose from.
He’s learning how to just hang out and relax with me while having access to appropriate things to chew on and keep himself busy and entertained.
This prevents him from running off into another room and having a potty training accident, chewing on furniture (out of sight), or potentially eating something dangerous that I didn’t know he could get access to.
All you need is a short leash, a collar that they can’t slip out of, and a carabiner.
Wrap the handle of the leash around any heavy piece of furniture that the dog can’t move (in this case a coffee table) and give them some toys to keep themselves busy.
I often have him tethered in the kitchen while I’m cooking or cleaning up after dinner. I have a tie out station in my bedroom where he can hang out while I’m getting ready for my day, one in my office, and then this one in the living room.
You can buy a bunch of cheap leashes at the dollar store and have a leash clip hanging out in any room that you spend time in for convenience.
This is not to say that your puppy should never ever have the freedom to move around your house — but they should never do it unsupervised until they have proven themselves safe to do so.
I can’t tell you how many stories I have heard where a dog ingested an item and had to have surgery to have it removed, which could have been totally prevented if the owner had eyes on the dog at the time.
This is not meant to be how the dog lives its entire life, but it’s meant to give busy owners a few moments to sit down and get some work done without having to put the puppy away in a crate somewhere.

Here are a few of my favorite shots from our client appreciation photoshoot. We do free events for our alumni and this w...
06/05/2026

Here are a few of my favorite shots from our client appreciation photoshoot. We do free events for our alumni and this was one of them. We had a small group of only 5 dogs, but will definitely be doing more of these!

The babies had an outing to this morning for socialization!
06/03/2026

The babies had an outing to this morning for socialization!

06/03/2026

I just love this little dog! This is Bella. She was dragging her owners all over the place because our leash skills had slipped up just a bit after our board and train a few months ago. So she's back for a couple weeks while her owners are out of town and we are working on some off-leash heel. We start this with the e-collar. Notice that I'm using the e-collar with her and she is happy and her tail is wagging. This is what training should look like. The dog should be enjoying themselves. It's time to stop mislabeling this tool as only a punitive tool. It can be used for so much more! You just have to be skilled enough and know what you're doing.

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm

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