Liv Arent is a certified dog trainer who has two dogs, Riggins and Tuke, both of whom have presented her with unique behavioral challenges. Riggins, an Australian Cattle Dog, is reactive towards moving objects and strangers. Tuke, a Great Pyrenees/Husky mix, struggles with chronic pain and resulting phobias, sound sensitivity, and aggression. Liv's journey with her dogs has led her to become a dog body language expert and a professional dog trainer.

Training Philosophy
Liv Arent believes in positive reinforcement and building a trusting relationship with dogs. She emphasizes clear communication and providing dogs with the skills they need to navigate different situations.

Services

• Pup + People Program: This program provides one-on-one attention from Liv, personalized training plans, and the ability to ask questions at any time. It covers basics like sit, down, stay, loose leash walking, coming when called, and addressing nuisance behaviors like barking, chewing, jumping, and nipping. It also addresses behavioral concerns like aggression, fear, reactivity, and anxiety, as well as socialization, crate training, handling, grooming, and learning new sports like biking, running, skiing, hiking, camping, kayaking, and paddle boarding. This program is available in-person or virtually.
• Pup Program: This program provides personalized, consistent training for busy dog owners. Liv works with the dog to provide mental stimulation and progress towards training goals. This program is available in-person only.
• Group Hikes: Liv offers group hikes for dogs in West Bolton and Underhill, Vermont. Each hike includes 1.5 hours of hiking time, transportation to and from the owner's home, daily reports with photos, and a happy pup. The hikes are designed to help dogs become expert trail users, hone their social skills, and fulfill their physical and mental needs. The cost is $45 per hike, or $75 for two-dog households.

Certifications

• Aggression in Dogs Master Course (December 2023)
• KPA-CTP (February 2024)

Specializations
Liv Arent specializes in working with reactive dogs, dogs with chronic pain, and dogs with behavioral challenges such as aggression, fear, reactivity, and anxiety.

Training Methods
Liv Arent uses positive reinforcement methods to train dogs. She emphasizes building a trusting relationship with the dog and providing clear communication.

Debbie Oliver has been training dogs well before she opened Miss Daisy's. She has had numerous dogs in pet therapy, and trained her personal dogs to titles in obedience, flyball and agility using positive reinforcement methods. In September of 2010 she was knowledge and skills certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and Women in the Pet Industry.

The main philosophy of training at Miss Daisy's is "remember to always have fun"!!! If you as the owner are not having fun, your pet certainly isn't, so we come up with all sorts of creative ways to keep the fun in training.

Debbie Oliver offers a variety of services, including:

• Initial consultation at camp - 90 minutes
• 1 hour training - zoom or at camp
• 6 - 45 minute private sessions
• Monthly membership
• Premium monthly membership
• Member Overnight Boarding (includes participation in the activity center)
• Non Member Overnight Boarding Rate (Romper Room puppies only)
• Member Daily Activity Center Rate
• Non Member Activity Center Rate
• Romper Room Puppy Program - (see training page for details)
• Romper Room Puppy Program with Charm School (see training page for details)
• Phone & Email Support
• 6 - 30-Minute Private Sessions - may be used for training or FitPAWS or a combination Sessions must be used within 6 months
• Day Training
• Board and Trains
• Training Packages

Certifications
Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge & Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA)

Specializations
Debbie Oliver specializes in a variety of areas, including:

• Puppy training
• Obedience training
• Agility training
• FitPAWS canine fitness classes

Training Methods
Debbie Oliver uses positive reinforcement methods in her training.

Customer Reviews

• "This was a wonderful experience and to say I learned a lot would be an understatement! Debbie is wonderful with puppies and humans! I couldn’t of done it with out first doing our Pre Puppy visit. She told us just what to expect and what we needed to do the first few days with our newest memeber. Later our puppy and I went to puppy classes at Miss Daisy’s Dog Camp. I am still using the skills we learned in our classes. I apply them each and every day. Strongly recommend!" - Katie Spradley
• "One of my biggest concerns with getting a new pup was whether or not we’d be able to handle the responsibility of consistently putting in the time needed to help him be the best new member of our Family he could be! Knowing we had our hands already full with 5 kids, I knew I needed help! So blessed to have found Miss Daisy’s before getting our puppy. I hadn’t even fully decided if I was up for getting one, so I made an appointment with her to discuss what it would entail to work with a puppy. I spent an hour with her, and the knowledge she gave me about how positive this training process can be gave me all the courage I needed to take the plunge. Knowledge is EMPOWERING!!! Before leaving the amazing training property, I had already added all the items I needed to my cart on amazon, and I was ready to set the house up in a way that would help us get the best new life with our new furever baby! She also gave me a few behaviors to work on right away, and I can’t believe how seamless those made the transition on the very first day of having Our ZEKE! He’s now going to weekly classes with us at her property, and today we dropped him off for a little visit without us to get him ready for us being out of town. He had a blast!!! I can’t recommend this trainer enough! And it helped soooooo much to meet with her before we got the pup! Amazing to start off on the right foot/paw!" - Allison Monson
• "They have such a passion for dogs and never cease to amaze me with their incredible creativity! I wouldn’t leave him anywhere else!" - Jennifer Jacobs Roberts
• "Bear loves his friends at Miss Daisy's Dog Camp.," she said. "It has become his second home. I can leave him there and know that he is safe, happy and loved! All I have to do is say the word "CAMP" and Bear is immediately racing to the car. Each time we turn onto the road in front of Miss Daisy's, Bear gets very excited. He literally leaps across the seat and has hit the horn on many occasions! Guess that is his way of letting Debbie and her awesome crew know that he has arrived!" - Diane Kaufman
• "It is by far the best place I have ever seen for dog boarding. Dixie absolutely loves to go there. She cries when we turn onto Miss Daisy's street and cannot wait to get out of the car. It is such a good feeling to know when I am away my beloved pet is not only getting the very best care but also having a great time." - Lee Ann Viktorin

You can see more photos from Miss Daisy's at our facebook page here.

Lotus Canine Companions focuses on canine fitness, training for puppies and adults, socialization, and offers both private and group sessions. The training approach is relationship-based, with an emphasis on making the process enjoyable for both the dog and the owner.

The owner and head trainer, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), believes in using humane, reward-based methods to achieve training goals. The training philosophy centers around strengthening the bond between the dog and owner. The service areas include The Woodlands, Tomball, Spring, Magnolia, Cypress, and Houston.

The focus of the training is not solely on obedience but also on integrating the dog's behavior into everyday life. Training plans are tailored to the specific needs of each dog, home, and family, recognizing that a one-size-fits-all approach is not effective. The training addresses skills such as calmness, go-to-your-mat training, polite greeting skills, name recognition, attention skills, crate training, and alternative ways of exercising.

Specializing in puppy training and canine athletes, the trainer has achieved success using FitPAWS conditioning equipment. Services offered include private FitPAWS lessons, in-home consultations, nose works training, problem-solving, assistance with proper socialization, and guidance in selecting the right dog for a particular lifestyle.

The Yin Yang Dog offers customized separation anxiety training (remote), puppy good start programs, and remote behavioral consults. The trainer holds certifications in CPDT-KA and MS, along with designations in CCPT-KA, CSAT, EFFCP, FFCT, and LFDM-T.

The job title includes CCPT-KA, CSAT, LFDM-T, EFFCP, and FFCT. The training philosophy centers on positive reinforcement and under-threshold training. Services are available nationwide and internationally (remote services for separation anxiety), with language proficiency in English and Portuguese.

With a passion for improving animal welfare and helping humans train more effectively, The Yin Yang Dog conducts empirical research focused on the human/animal bond and its impact on both owners and pets. The philosophy is rooted in the belief that better training and improved human/dog relationships will significantly reduce the number of animals relinquished to shelters.

The professional career of The Yin Yang Dog has been focused on separation-related problem behaviors, commonly known as separation anxiety. Fear-free separation anxiety training is offered, emphasizing pet communication, socialization, and science-based behavioral theory. Regardless of the service booked, clients are guaranteed to receive the necessary tools to help their dogs overcome separation anxiety.

The goal is to provide real solutions to the most common challenges that pet owners face when their dogs suffer from separation anxiety. Through expert behavioral coaching and the application of kind, approachable, science-based humane principles, The Yin Yang Dog aims to help alleviate unwanted owner and dog stress.

Coaching is provided to help dogs overcome home-alone anxiety, enabling owners to become advocates of calm behavior and safe havens for their dogs. Over the past three years, The Yin Yang Dog's passion and focus have been on learning all possible about canine separation anxiety-related behaviors. This includes attending seminars and training under the mentorship of one of the world's leading experts in separation anxiety, resulting in certification as a separation anxiety trainer.

The ultimate goal is to help as many owners and dogs as possible overcome the debilitating fear that makes home departures impossible and turns otherwise great dogs into fearful, unhappy pets.

Alexandra Malone

Alexandra, the trainer behind The Yin Yang Dog, understands how overwhelming dog training can be. She’ll work closely with you to share practical techniques and help you communicate with your dog in a way they understand. Alexandra believes dogs are not just pets but cherished family members and uses positive reinforcement methods that are gentle and effective. Alexandra founded The Yin Yang Dog to help dogs and their humans navigate the complexities and pressures of the modern world, and enjoy life together in harmony.

Training Philosophy

Alexandra believes in training that deepens relationships between dogs and their people. Using the next generation of science-backed and positive methods, she’ll help you confidently overcome behavior challenges. She believes dogs are not just pets but cherished family members and uses positive reinforcement methods that are gentle and effective.

Services

• Puppy Training
• Separation Anxiety Training
• Dog Training
• Puppy Start Right (custom online training)
• Puppy Blueprint (6-week hybrid program)
• Initial Assessment
• 4-week intensive program
• Ongoing training

Certifications

• Certified Canine Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT™)
• Licensed Family Dog Mediator (LFDM-T)
• EFFCP
• CPDT-KA
• IAABC-ADT

Specializations

• Separation Anxiety Training
• Puppy Training
• Dog Training
• Family Dog Mediation

Training Methods

• Positive reinforcement
• L.E.G.S. model (Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self)
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Customer Reviews

“Alexandra’s expertise and patience were evident throughout the program. She provided clear and actionable advice that was easy to follow, and I noticed significant improvements in my dog’s behavior after just a few sessions. She was always available to answer questions and provided ongoing support, making me feel confident and motivated to continue the training.”
Maia B.

“We were so frustrated with our dog’s separation anxiety. We were at wit’s end, but then we found Alexandra. Working with Alexandra has been a game-changer. The online format was perfect for us. We could work at our own pace and schedule sessions that fit our busy lives. Alexandra was always available to answer our questions and concerns.
We saw improvements in Yuri’s behavior every step of the way. He went from being destructive to being calm when we left the house. It’s been a remarkable transformation! The online training program is a beacon of hope. It provides not just practical solutions but also the emotional support needed to navigate through a challenging time.”
Kris Figueira

“My partner and I hired Alexandra with our puppy Cooper and she did a fantastic job! Exceeded our expectations. When and if we get another dog, we will be using her services again. Highly recommend! 🙂”
Dustin H.

“Alexandra has been fabulous training our pup and us! Helping us learn to teach our puppy has given us a deeper relationship with our dog. Plus with all the crazy drivers around Houston … a safer life for our dog, as know when it’s important – she listens. Our dog loves Alexandra and we couldn’t be happier with the results! … if you ever need a dog whisperer.. she’s the one.”
Morachd