Foranimals, LLC Behavior Consultations & Private Training offers relationship-based, reward-focused, force-free training in Lenox-Pittsfield, Central Berkshire County, MA. Serving Berkshire County and Western Massachusetts including Franklin and Hampshire Counties, as well as surrounding areas of New York (Columbia and Rensselaer Counties), Vermont (Bennington County), and Connecticut (Litchfield County).
The trainer, with 35 years of teaching experience and the founder of Foranimals in 1996, conducts active and enjoyable classes and individual sessions to help clients communicate clearly with their dogs, reward good behavior, and modify unwanted behavior without forceful or harsh punishment. Behavior consultations and private training programs are offered year-round by appointment, either in clients’ homes or at the studio.
The training is designed to support lasting change, focusing on positive reinforcement approaches to learning that foster trust, respect, and deeper relationships. The trainer works with clients to address basic skills and manners training for puppies and adolescent dogs, anxiety or aggression issues, as well as aging pet comfort and pain management. Training is structured for real-life learning with the owner present and actively participating. Families are encouraged to work together.
Currently, classes are limited to Greetings, Canine Good Citizen, and Tricks, held in Lenox, MA. Group workshops in Tellington TTouch are also conducted several times each year in the New England area. For more information and a full description of each service, visit the website www.trainingforanimals.com or reach out by phone or email to discuss training goals.


