Positive reinforcement dog trainer and behavior consultant

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Learn to use force-free training, treats, and science-based ways of making life with your dog easier.

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Here are areas of dog training and behavior where clients have succeeded with my help:

Meet Ilya and his promise to you

I’m a compassionate, knowledgeable, and patient dog trainer.

I use force-free, effective methods.

I believe in meeting your dog and you where you are.

I honor your goals and respect the money and time you invest in our work together.

I do my best to make training fun for you and your dog!

Client reviews

  • If you’re looking for a fear-free trainer, look no further! I was looking for a local trainer who could do occasional in-person sessions, and really hit the jackpot. Ilya is kind, patient, empathetic, and resourceful and has helped us tremendously with our anxious, reactive young dog, Bob. Bob has gone from barking constantly to pausing and communicating with me when he sees a trigger. It’s made daily life and traveling with him so much easier, and has given both of us more confidence. Plus, Bob will remember Ilya forever for introducing him to cheddar cheese <3

    Zsofi and Bob

  • When my partner and I rescued a puppy we had no idea what we were really in for. Our puppy is wonderful but we noticed some reactivity issues and fear of strangers and decided to get some outside help. It was very important to us to find a fear free trainer. Working with Ilya has been amazing and we could not recommend him enough. He gives great feedback and helps break things downs so they are easier for us and our pup to understand. My partner and I had a lot of fun during our training meetings which were done online, but Ilya is always very responsive even when not in a session. He loves what he does and it shows, literally a compassionate dude dog trainer!

    Andrea and Rio

  • Willow, our 5 month old German Shepherd female can’t wait for her training sessions. She is very responsive and soaking up the training. Fear free training is the only way to get the lovable companion you are looking for. Thank you, Ilya.

    Ron and Willow

  • Each session with our one-year-old mini golden doodle is filled with patience, grace, humor, and wise and discerning support from Ilya. He emphasizes the positives and helps us understand our dog better. It is more like an educational experience than traditional training. Ilya truly cares about the well-being of both dogs and owners. We highly recommend his services and wish we could give Ilya, the Compassionate Dog Dude Trainer, six stars!

    Josh and Momo

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