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Adult Dog Training & Enrichment

Training isn’t something we finish—it’s something we revisit, just like in our own lives. If your adult dog’s behavior has shifted or they’ve picked up some new habits you’d rather not see, it may be time to reconnect with training.

When we work together, I’m not just offering a quick fix—I’m looking for the why behind the behavior. Once we’ve ruled out any medical causes, we’ll put a plan in place that blends training and management—because both are essential for lasting change.

Training can be enriching, fun, and sometimes challenging—for both you and your dog. We’ll start in a space where your dog feels comfortable, setting them up for success from the beginning. With repetition and consistency, we’ll gradually build their skills and confidence in more distracting environments. I’ll coach you on timing, mechanics, and clear communication, so you feel equipped to keep progressing on your own.

And yes—old dogs can learn new tricks. Whether your dog is six or twelve, there’s always room to learn, adapt, and enjoy life more fully. With a little patience and the right approach, even long-standing habits can shift.

Getting Started With Your Package

We will begin our work together with a virtual consultation to discuss your areas of concern. I will make observations, and then map out the best steps forward together.

After purchasing your session(s), please fill out the Release Form below and email a signed
version to [email protected]. Upon submitting your signed & dated Release form, we will schedule your first training session.

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Package Options

2 x 1 Hour Sessions

$320

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4 x 1 Hour Sessions

$640

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Triage / Preliminary Session

There are a couple of reasons why a single training session, offered via Zoom, may be what you need.

Triage! Oh dear, what have I done! I'm feeling overwhelmed, or an incident happened, and I need to talk to a pro, to get us back on the right path.

A Preliminary Session. You're undecided if the way I teach is right for you, so you'd like to try it out for size. Or, your budget allows for a single session purchase now, and you'll buy additional sessions later.

1 x 1 Hour Session

$185

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Get to Know Penny Locke

Thanks to a dog, I am now a trainer. Learning everything I can about what makes a dog tick, respond, act, and react makes me a better and intentional trainer. I strive for the results you dream of, one dog at a time, one day at a time. I am on the dog's side and am bold enough to tell you when things could be better. I have 2 dogs; Briar, an 8 year old Borzoi, and Hope, a 2 year old Black Labrador, who came to me as a career change year old puppy from Guide dogs. Let's change the course of your dog's life, soon!

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Teaching people how to live successfully with their canine companions
My Approach

Knowing how dogs learn makes training easier. Learning through mentors and trainers who came before me has been invaluable in deciding what makes training successful. As your coach, I will empathize and encourage you to get the best from your individual, unique companion dog using kind, effective techniques.

We train at your dog's pace to achieve lasting results. Training your dog is a family affair that can enhance respect and build a closer bond beyond that previously experienced.

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Penny is extremely knowledgeable and helped us tailor our behavior and training to ensure the most successful results. Penny’s guidance has made us more comfortable and confident training our pup and her advice resulted in immediate changes in our dog’s behavior.—Richard Y.
Based in Santa Rosa California, serving clients both locally & around the world.