Kennewick, WA
Chloe Westphal
History
Chloe has always shared her life with dogs, and has always been interested in understanding them better. A voracious learner, she is constantly adding to her knowledge and refining her skills at every opportunity. In addition to formal education, she believes that dogs themselves are our best teachers when it comes to dog behaviour, so she seizes every chance to just observe dogs being dogs and doing dog things. She even had the opportunity, when she lived in Southeast Asia, to observe dogs in their true natural habitat: as friendly scavengers roaming the streets of human civilisation.
Training Philosophy
Chloe is passionate about helping dogs, and also about helping people. She feels that professionals have a duty of kindness toward both ends of the leash, and that families deserve all the love and support for doing the very best they can for the dogs they love.
Services
- Puppy Training!
House-training, socialisation, all the basics.
One-on-one, tailored to your pup. Learn how to guide your puppy in their journey of discovering what works and doesn't work in life.
Click to learn more. - Family Dog Mediation®
An integrated approach that goes beyond “dog training” to bring practical, simple, satisfying solutions.
Click to learn more. - Canine Enrichment Program
Do you have an elderly dog? A dog that's disabled or recovering from surgery? Or like so many loving pet owners, do you simply find that life is way too busy to give your dog the stimulation he needs? We hear you, and we have something for that.
Click to learn more. - Adventures!
More than dog-walking, and far less stressful for most dogs than daycare.
Click to learn more. - Matchmaking!
Let me help you find the dog that will be the best fit for your family. - And More!
Training is never one-size-fits all. Fill out our application to get tailored assistance for your situation.
Certifications
Licensed Family Dog Mediator® and Certified Canine Behavior Counselor
Specializations
Family Dog Mediation®, Canine Enrichment, Puppy Training, Adventures, Matchmaking
Training Methods
LIMA (least intrusive, minimally aversive), positive reinforcement, L.E.G.S.® model
Customer Reviews
I didn't know the first thing about dog training and when Chloe came highly recommended to me, I jumped at the opportunity to get myself and my puppy trained! Chloe has keen knowledge, understanding, and patience in the dog training arena. The manner in which she handled my highly energetic puppy demonstrated her patience, her training expertise, and her love for my puppy. Chloe is very professional, and I highly recommend her as a dog trainer.
Forever grateful,
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