My Shadow Dog Training has been in business since 2012. Specializing in training both dogs and their owners, the business steers clear of board and train services.
Instead, they focus on small, relaxed group classes held outdoors, as well as private lessons tailored to each individual and conducted in outdoor settings. The group classes emphasize foundational basics, with a focus on fostering enjoyable interactions between dogs and their owners.
Private lessons are highly personalized, covering everything from basic to advanced training, service dog and therapy dog training, and addressing problem behaviors such as reactivity, resource guarding, anxiety, difficult leash walking, and hyperactivity.
For more information, visit the website at www.myshadowtraining.com.
The trainer is certified and uses a variety of training equipment including long lines, flat collars, body harnesses, and martingale collars. The training philosophy emphasizes the importance of training both the dog and the owner, promoting effective communication and a strong relationship.
This approach values agency for the dog, while also emphasizing respect for the dog’s nature and providing fair leadership for the owner.
The service areas include Danville, Chatham, Pittsylvania County, Altavista, Lynchburg, Halifax, South Boston, and Martinsville in Virginia.
With extensive experience in puppy training, service dog training, and therapy dog training, the trainer understands the unique nature of each dog and owner, striving to blend their individualities into a harmonious partnership.
The focus is not solely on training, but also on nurturing a deeper connection.
