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Reward-based dog training in Portland, Oregon

Calmer dogs.
Easier days.

Build better everyday habits with training that includes both you and your dog. Start with a free meet & greet at our SW Canyon Road training facility.

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Close up shot of a Black Labrador Retriever.

Relationship-focused

Build strong communication, confidence and obedience with your dog.

Reward-based

Better decisions and behaviors that lead to rewards they love.

You’re included

We teach you, not just your dog, so it sticks at home.

Training programs designed around your dog.

Three programs, one goal: a calmer dog and an easier day.

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Board & Train

Your dog stays with our trainers for immersive, reward-based training.

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Dog trainer loose leash walking with Black Labrador Retriever.

Day School

Drop your dog off for the day while a fun day of training happens with our team.

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Private Lessons

Work one-on-one with a trainer in or around your home, where everyday habits happen.

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What families say.

“Bernard has a very quiet way of working with anxious and scared dogs. My dog responded right away and I now am able to do things with Decafe that would never have been done without his help.”

Mary O. · Google review

“We liked Bernard’s approach, which fully integrated the two of us into Harry’s training… His calm and patient manner with dogs (and owners) works wonders.”

Colleen J. · Google review

“Bernard was able to provide both Ollie and I with the tools we needed to stay calm during stressful situations. We have both come so far…”

Jennie B. · Google review

“Bernard and team taught me the tools to properly, and safely, train my dog. I now have the best dog, everywhere I go I have people commenting on how great my dog is, how well behaved he is.”

Nicole V. · Google review

“Bernard and Team are of the highest quality and most educated dog trainers I have interacted with… They are all invested in the success of my dog and that really makes the difference.”

Ryan K. · Google review

“Bernard patiently listened and helped identify the trauma Osan had been through… He was able to teach an old stubborn dog new tricks and made Osan feel understood.”

Henderson C. · Google review

“The trainers are so sweet and qualified and I feel comforted knowing my giant, nervous, notoriously strong willed breed dog… is being treated like I myself would treat her while I am gone.”

Matie M. · Google review

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