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SUPPORTING A LIFE OF EASE
​WITH YOUR DOG

When a dog enters our life, we envision rewarding time together, fun activities,
being amused at things our
 dog does, and comfortable companionship.


Dreams of walks in the woods, hanging out by the fire, strolls with neighbors, bringing your dog to the coffee shop, hiking, watching exuberant play with other dogs, nordic skiing and more, bring smiles.
But sometimes it doesn't go quite like this.


If you want to:
Set your puppy up for success with great foundations
Guide your endearing, whirling dervish adolescent dog to calm, confident adulthood
Resolve dog behavior challenges and get relief from associated stress
Support your dog in learning life skills like relaxing, loose-leash walking and coming when called
YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

To get started, please complete the Contact Form below. We'll be back in touch promptly.

Imagine feeling relaxed and confident in your dog's behavior and your knowledge and skills.  
Experience a life of joy, harmony and adventure with your dog -- doing things you and they love.


We provide private training/education using a suite of kind, gentle, effective, evidence-based techniques customized to meet your goals and your dog's needs.  Our state-of-the-art approaches support your dog's mental and emotional
well-being; and improve behavior, cues (formerly "commands") and relationship harmony. 
 
Results include more calm, confidence and resilience for your dog; increased understanding; and a life of joy and ease together.

Imagine feeling relaxed and confident in your dog's behavior and your skills. 
  
​IF YOU'RE READY TO RESOLVE CHALLENGES, ACCOMPLISH GOALS, LEARN USEFUL SKILLS,
AND INCREASE ENJOYMENT WITH YOUR FURRY FRIEND  -- COME TRAIN WITH US!


Just complete the Contact Form below or call certified advanced pet professional
Clare Swanger at (208)309-0960.


ENGAGE WITH US IN PRIVATE TRAINING TO SHIFT DOG BEHAVIOR AND INCREASE A LIFE OF EASE WITH YOUR DOG: 

* PUPPY FOUNDATIONS: Get puppy off to a good start with excellent FUNdamentals

* AWESOME ADOLESCENTS: Guide your adolescent pup
(5-24 months) to a calm, confident, well-mannered adult dog

* RELIEF FROM REACTIVITY: Dog behaviors such as reactivity, fear and anxiety can be very stressful for all involved. We'll help transform these behaviors and maximize your ease together.

* SOCIALIZATION: We'll familiarize your dog with the world and build resilience to the unexpected.  We'll teach you how to do it, too.  It's a lot more than playing with other dogs.

* LIFE SKILLS: Learn loose leash walking (relaxing for all); coming when called (recall); happy vet or grooming visits; or other life skills
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* ACCESS THE LATEST INFORMATION ON DOG WELL-BEING.
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We Can Help!
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Bula

My puppy was a handful...
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​“I hired Clare to help guide our high energy puppy through adolescence.  Bula is great fun, and very sweet and loving, but wow was she a handful! 


Clare taught us a variety of approaches to calm Bula, help her focus and improve self-control.  Clare also taught Bula to walk nicely on a leash, and me how to use a harness so Bula’s neck wouldn’t be strained.  Now our outings are much more pleasant than being pulled down the street!
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Clare worked with us off and on for two years whenever I’d call with a question or issue.  She also continued Bula’s training when we travelled.  We are happy to report that Bula has matured into a wonderful adult dog, just as energetic and endearing as ever, but easier and better mannered.  Clare’s help was pivotal."
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​-Anne, Idaho 
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Clare Swanger is a certified advanced pet professional working with people and their dogs since 2007.  She is dedicated to improving dog behavior and well-being, and facilitating harmonious relationships between people and dogs.

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