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The Trusted Companion Dog Training I've had dogs growing up my entire life, but in February 2011 I rescued my first dog in my adult life from the local SPCA. Let’s get started!

My name is Brant Weller and I've had years of dog training experience rehabilitating anxiety and aggression, training amazing obedience as well as tracking and scentwork which has led me to starting The Trusted Companion. He is an 80 lb pitbull-lab mix I named Reginald or, affectionately, Reggie. A few months later, I adopted Reggie's new boxer-mix brother, Manny. I loved these guys very much, but

I loved them in the wrong way and fostered an anxiety in them which would soon turn into aggression. They were so happy and loved playing with each other and with other dogs, but unaware of what I was doing, I created the anxiety and a severe aggression in them towards other dogs. This put many other dogs in the vet as well as Reg and Manny in the vet numerous times. They were my family, though, and I had to help them. This became my focus for the next several years. Through the process, I became a professional trainer for a large company, traveled the country learning from some of the best trainers in the business, and began The Trusted Companion. I have successfully rehabilitated my dogs. They are living out the rest of their years happy and confident. They no longer feel the need to attack each other or other dogs. I've since introduced a Samoyed into our pack and not only does everyone get along fine, they are relaxed and confident around the hundreds of new trainees that have come through my doors. I made it my goal to be good at rehabilitating anxiety and aggression in dogs because I had to help my dogs. Along the way, I learned how to help many others and to improve confidence in dogs through teaching them a new relationship with their owners, how to let go of the things that cause them so much worry, and how to engage and refine their primary sense of smell. In my years as a trainer, I have trained hundreds of breeds and am confident I can help your dog relax and become more confident with you and with their environment! Check out my YouTube Channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5Rb-1-A0wZ2gxxS3KY6cuw

Want results like this? See what’s possible at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com
11/07/2025

Want results like this? See what’s possible at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com

09/07/2025

Does the “Did you know that if you were born a couple hundred years ago, you’d have to live outside and fight for every meal” work on your doodle babies?

A fearful puppy won’t gain confidence by being lured or dragged into situations they’re not ready for. 🐕 What they need ...
07/07/2025

A fearful puppy won’t gain confidence by being lured or dragged into situations they’re not ready for. 🐕 What they need is space, play, and patience, things that teach them the world is safe and they’re not alone in it. When play becomes the language of trust, growth follows. 🎾

Give your puppy the foundation they deserve, train smarter at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com! 🐾

Try this if Independence Day fireworks stress out your dogDid you know that licking can be a calming activity for dogs? ...
04/07/2025

Try this if Independence Day fireworks stress out your dog
Did you know that licking can be a calming activity for dogs? If your dog gets stressed hearing those 4th of July fireworks, try giving them a treat they can lick.

Licky mats or Kongs with frozen treats help keep dogs focused on the calming activity for longer. However, if you don’t have these, you can spread something like cottage cheese or peanut butter in the bottom of their bowl. You can even try some flavored ice cubes.

Wishing you and your dog a stress-free and safe 4th of July!

02/07/2025

Won the lottery with this crew of mine.

Brant’s next available opening is the week of August 17th, and spots are going fast! 🗓️Why do pet parents choose Trusted...
30/06/2025

Brant’s next available opening is the week of August 17th, and spots are going fast! 🗓️

Why do pet parents choose Trusted Companion?

✅ Tailored training plans
✅ Positive, proven methods
✅ Support for all dog ages
✅ Real results that stick

📍Visit my website today 👉 Link in bio!

Dogs evolved a tiny facial muscle that helps them raise their inner eyebrows—something wolves can’t do! This subtle expr...
30/06/2025

Dogs evolved a tiny facial muscle that helps them raise their inner eyebrows—something wolves can’t do! This subtle expression pulls at our heartstrings and is one reason we feel so connected to them. It’s not just cute, it’s evolutionary communication.

Want to understand your dog on a deeper level? Visit the 🔗 in my bio! 🐾

If this sounds like your dream outcome, let’s make it happen—visit the 🔗 in my bio!
27/06/2025

If this sounds like your dream outcome, let’s make it happen—visit the 🔗 in my bio!

25/06/2025

She obeyed... then she flew. ✈️

Forget chasing your dog down the street, true recall starts with a deeper connection, not just snacks. 🐶 Dogs that recal...
23/06/2025

Forget chasing your dog down the street, true recall starts with a deeper connection, not just snacks. 🐶 Dogs that recall instantly aren’t responding to bribes, they’re responding to clarity, confidence, and trust in their handler. When recall becomes a shared instinct, your dog runs back because they want to. 💨

Build a recall rooted in trust, start today at the 🔗 in my bio! 🐾

Forget chasing your dog down the street, true recall starts with a deeper connection, not just snacks. 🐶 Dogs that recal...
23/06/2025

Forget chasing your dog down the street, true recall starts with a deeper connection, not just snacks. 🐶 Dogs that recall instantly aren’t responding to bribes, they’re responding to clarity, confidence, and trust in their handler. When recall becomes a shared instinct, your dog runs back because they want to. 💨

Build a recall rooted in trust, start today at 🔗 thetrustedcompanion.com! 🐾

As we honor this historic milestone, let us continue striving for equality, justice, and unity.
19/06/2025

As we honor this historic milestone, let us continue striving for equality, justice, and unity.

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