Who am I

Hi, I’m Zak, a passionate, Professional Dog Trainer, dedicated to helping dogs and their humans develop deep, lasting relationships built on trust, understanding, and communication.

I firmly believe that training isn’t just about teaching commands—it’s about creating a language between you and your dog, a way to truly connect beyond words. My own dog, Scooby-Doo, a 5-year-old Great Dane, has taught me more about communication than any book ever could. We have long, meaningful conversations every day, yet he’s never spoken a single word to me. Through body language, eye contact, and mutual understanding, we’ve built a relationship where we can read each other effortlessly. That connection is what I strive to help others achieve with their own dogs.

I know firsthand that dog behavior can sometimes be confusing, frustrating, or even overwhelming—whether it’s struggling through puppy potty training, dealing with excessive barking, or managing leash pulling. But here’s the thing: every behavior has a reason. Once you understand how a dog thinks and what motivates them, you stop seeing behaviors as "bad" and start seeing them as communication. That’s when the real progress begins. Instead of just stopping an unwanted behavior, you learn how to guide your dog toward better choices in a way they understand and respond to.

Dogs are incredible companions, but they live in a world designed for humans. My mission is to help bridge that gap, ensuring that dogs not only fit into our world but thrive in it. Whether you’re working on basic obedience, leash manners, overcoming behavioral challenges, or simply strengthening your bond, I tailor each training session to meet your unique needs.

Using science-based, force-free training methods, I focus on cooperation over control, communication over commands, and relationship over restriction. When you and your dog truly understand each other, everything else falls into place.

I offer private training, group classes, and in home training to help you and your dog succeed together.
Let’s start building a relationship that will last a lifetime—contact me today!