REDEFINING
DOG TRAINING
BYĀ UNDERSTANDING THE
WHOLE DOG!
FOR OVER A DECADE
I'VE BEEN HELPING PET OWNERS!
Ā GIVE ME 60 DAYS...
AND I'LL GIVE YOU A BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR DOG!
Do any of these sound familiar?
I've done dog training programs before.
I am overwhelmed by my dogās behavior.
I feel lost with my new puppy.
Iām jealous of other people casually walking their dog on leash.
I am embarrassed when people come to visit and my dog jumps all over them.
I get frustrated when I call my dog and they ignore me.
I've used trainers before and all we did was learn some commands.
If you want helpā¦ let's talk.
SCHEDULE AN EVALUATION HERE!I start with a simple, common sense approach to training dogs that emphasizes building trust and understanding between you and your best friend.
I call that the W.H.O.L.E. Dog Blueprint.
Welfare first...
Humane approach...
Obedience foundation...
Lifestyle focus...
Explore together.
For over a decade my methods have helped thousands of dogs and owners achieve success.Ā
I focus on everything from raising a puppy the right way to addressing aggression and reactivity. I've become obsessed on continuing to find ways to help dogs and humans be their best and become true companions by using a philosophy of "Training By Understanding the W.H.O.L.E. Dog."
For most of my life I've had dogs.
I'm in my mid 50's so that's been a long time.Ā
But it takes more than having dogs to be a professional.Ā For over a decade now I've been professionally helping owners with their dogs, serving various roles in the dog training industry and of course working with my own dogs.
I've gone on a number of adventures with my own dogs... all the way from hiking, camping and exploring to search and rescue training, attempting to herd sheep, tracking deer and more.
More importantly I've helped clients do the same with their dogs as well as paddleboard, canoe, sail the east coast and go on multi day backcountry expeditions!
The bonds that are created adventuring from the backyard to the backcountry are practically unbreakable... but there is a process to it.
As a Certified Professional Trainer, Licensed Family Dog Mediator, Certified Pet Nutrition Coach and Professional Coach, I use my understanding of both dogs and humans to help both my 2 legged and 4 legged clients achieve success and in the process redefine what dog training is.
For me, dog training isn't just about teaching commands; it's about helping the owner understand their dog...
helping the dog understand their human...
and helping both successfully navigate the world as a team.
FOLLOW ME ON MY SOCIALS FOR TIPS, INFO, AN INSIDE LOOK AT LIVING WITHT DOGS & A WAY TO GIVE YOURSELF A BETTER IDEA WHO YOU ARE WORKING WITH... YOUR DOG DESERVES THAT.
TOP DOG FB PAGE
See announcements, service offerings, behavior help and educational content!
MY INSTA PAGE
A real life mix of dog training, behavior insights and life with my own dogs and more!
MY PRO FB PAGEĀ
Where I share my life with dogs... stories, lessons, industry thoughts and more!
MY YT CHANNEL
Behind the scenes of Top Dog KY, my cases and thoughts on welfare and dog training.
MY TIK TOK PAGE
An older dog trainer figuring out Tik Tok dealing with dogs & tech... sometimes all at once! š
GO ADVENTURING WITH YOUR DOG...
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FROM THE BACKYARD...
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TO THE BACKCOUNTRY...
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WITH THE WHOLE DOG BLUEPRINT.
A PROGRAM FOR ALMOST EVERYONE!
The WHOLE Dog Blueprint helps with everything from behavior issues such as aggression, reactivity and fearfulness all the way to run of the mill "selective hearing" issues!
Whether a Private Lesson Program at my location or a more intensive Daytraining/Board & Train Program where your dog is with me at my home in Oldham County... I'll help you choose the best program for you and your dog.Ā Ā
HERE ARE A COUPLE TESTIMONIALS FROM PREVIOUS CLIENTS!
"Spoiled by our first dog experience, we adopted a new puppy (Petra) that proved to be quite the handful. As much as I hoped for a quick fix, John taught us that the solution wasnāt a magical formula, but understanding and raising our new family member for a lifetime. He has worked with us extensively, and has helped us navigate several twists and turns. Overall, if you want a trainer who truly cares about the relationship between you and your dog, we highly recommend John.."
Stephen L.
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"Lincolnās training program was tailored specifically for him based on his personality and the behaviors he was exhibiting. Even more importantly, John taught ME how to work with him to encourage the behaviors I want and discourage those I donāt. He explained everything from Lincolnās point of view to help me understand why he behaved the way he did and how he would interpret my response to his behavior. We do a lot of hiking. He enjoys the freedom of exploring off leash and I have peace of mind knowing he will come to me when I call him. I highly recommend John and Top Dog Training!."
Devin B.
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