Gallery

: Murphy and his family have suffered from Murphy’s fear issues for years. Now they have better tools to effectively help him.

: Rover the Bulldog goes thru the practice tire with flair with Caryl-Rose beside her.

: Frankie is a tiny Yorkie who is thriving in Amherst with his new owner, Rose. Frankie is about 2 years old, mostly blind and has few teeth left. Their bond is tremendous, as Rose knew it would be when she adopted him.

: Cueing one dog for sit/wave and the other for sit/stay encourages each dog to focus on the handler and develop greater self control.

: Moxie (French Bulldog) learns just where each back foot is (South Deefield, MA)

: Barnie, Cattle Dog, Rescue boy, found his forever home in NH

: Lola the Boxer showing off her rock solid “Sit/Stay”!

: Xip (GSD) wishes us all a Happy New Year! (Agawam, MA)

: Jackson the Rhodesian Ridgeback in a “Down/Stay”

: Marty settles in to his summer digs on the Jersey Shore. His owner, Edith, provides him with wonderfully stimulating environments, much love, and always an eye for safety.

: Tucker and Moxie (housemates) share a long ‘down/stay’ by the FOOD letters wishing you all a Merry Christmas!

: Xip, GSD, practices “Hold” upon completing a great retrieve! (Agawam, MA)

: Rover the Bulldog learns to shift her weight properly on the A-Frame guided by Caryl-Rose

: Cee Cee sports her new red winter coat and long line while she’s working on a rock-solid recall in her new home.

: Sweet Sadie (back) is a wonderful young dog with her elderly big sister Ruby. Ruby taught Sadie how to be a good dog! Rest peacefully dear Ruby.

: Clyde (Boston Terrier) and Rover (English Bulldog) enjoy a Sunday morning snuggle (Amherst, MA)

: Raji’s joyous spirit is contagious, isn’t it? Aren’t you smiling and feeling the sunshine just LOOKING at him here?

: Minga, of Brattleboro, VT, shows owner Brenda how to relax!

: Sam the bulldog from CT

: Hayden (GSD), Heather (Human) and Xip (GSD) show what good leash walking is all about (Agawam, MA)

: Freddie showing his perky, confident happy personality (he was so timid/shy at first).

: Raji of Pelham safely romping on the beach! LOVE the use of the long line for freedom PLUS safety!

: Moxie demonstrates lovely off leash heeling, taught using a clicker and positive reinforcement.

My Dog, LLC has Retired!

Thank you to the multitude of owners and their dogs who have worked with us over the years.

If you are on this site, you are probably looking for a trainer. We have many fine trainers in this area. I suggest you consider:

At Your Service Dog Training in Hadley specializes in all aspects of owner-training service dogs with both online and in-person training, including selecting an appropriate dog and training for advanced manners, public access, and tasks. They also offer therapy dog and advanced manners training. They go Beyond Basic! They also offer Internships to learn what goes into being a dog trainer. http://atyourservicedogtraining.com, sharon@atyourservicedogtraining.com, 413-336-0598

Animal Alliances in Northampton for general pet dog training. Caroline and Alex are trainers there who I have worked with and recommend. www.animalalliances.com

For general guidelines in selecting a trainer, look here:
https://apdt.com/resource-center/how-to-choose-a-dog-trainer/

Again, thank you for so many years with you and your dogs. For many, I’ve seen more than one generation of your dogs. Love the dog you have and work with them to be the best dog they can be for your home!