Good dogs aren't scared into it.
They're taught.
Positive-reinforcement dog training and pet care from certified professionals. No fear, no force, no shock collars. Just science, patience, and a frankly stupid amount of treats.
The old-school stuff stays in the past.
Alpha rolls, "dominance," choke chains, yelling. That era is over, and the science buried it. We train the modern way: reward what's right, manage what's not, and build a dog who works with you because they trust you, not because they're afraid of you.
"Let's turn your dog into the superhero they were born to be."
— Erica Piancone, Founder · VSA-Certified Dog Trainer, Fear Free Certified® Professional
- Shock collars
- Prong collars
- Fear & intimidation
- "Dominance" nonsense
Training, walks & everything between.
Private Training
One-on-one, in your home or out in the world. Manners, leash skills, confidence building, with a plan built around your actual dog.
Dog Walks & Field Trips
Neighborhood walks with time to sniff and be a dog, or a full field trip to the park. Photo and report after every single visit.
Cat, Critter & Vacation Care
Cats, lizards, birds, the whole crew. Drop-ins and sleepovers in your home, with a custom plan while you're away.
Badasses, sure. But certified badasses.
Erica is a graduate of the Victoria Stilwell Academy and a Fear Free Certified® Professional, and the whole business runs on force-free standards.
Barking Up the Right Tree
"Chaz worked with our golden for a few sessions and she now listens to basic commands and no longer pulls on the leash! We also learned how to focus her energy into positive things rather than destruction!"Brittany M. Private Training
"I've worked in the pet care industry for 6 years, so I know firsthand how difficult it is to find trustworthy and caring people to take care of your animals. I would simply not trust anyone else, besides my parents, to take care of her."Emily S. Walks & Pet Care
"Five years now and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my pup. Piper has separation anxiety and can be shy or scared when I'm not with her. Erica and Chaz have loved and taken care of her like she's their own."Jacqueline W. Five-year client
"Positive, knowledgeable, and immediately great with our dog. After just one visit we're already seeing progress. We feel much more confident moving forward."Ron Y. Private Training
"Texts and photos every day, which was awesome. My house was neat as a pin when I got home and Millie was a happy girl. The vibe was so positive and there's no hidden costs, so the final total was exactly what they said."Elizabeth S. Vacation Care
"They love my dogs as much as we do, so I know they're receiving the absolute best care. The field trips several times a week have really helped my dog with her anxiety."Angela S. Field Trips
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