Hildalgo is probably one of the prettiest dogs I've ever worked with. As a photographer and dog trainer, I appreciate the natural beauty that a dog has, but I also don't treat any dogs differently just because they are beautiful. Hildalgo needed a little guidance during his exercise time, and a few household structures set up so that he could put that smart brain of his to work. There is never a time when exercise doesn't solve most of the problems that my clients call me to help fix. However, I'm talking about structured, proper exercise. Exercise where the dog understands that it is to follow your every move and look to you as the one leading the activity. I can't stress this difference enough. Most people that I see walk dogs are simply following their dog, but they usually don't know it. This is why professional dog training exists! What is obvious to me after over a decade of working with dogs is not so obvious to the person who lives with that particular dog everyday.

Hildalgo picked up on the nuances I taught his owner in the realm of exercise and leadership very quickly! 

Discipline is another one of those "not so obvious" things to most owners. Most people can't tell the difference between their dog "having a conversation" with them or the dog actually challenging their leadership role. This is why consistency is of utmost importance. While so much can be learned from reading about dog behavior, watching videos, and asking other people what they think, there is nothing like bringing a professional into your home to assess what is going on that isn't obvious to you.

There is never a time when dog training is not needed, your dog needs to look to you as a leader and as someone they can trust and respect! This is so exciting when you think about it, though, because dogs are the most healthy and loving when their needs for exercise, discipline and affection are being fulfilled by you on a regular basis. I love working with dogs, the list of benefits from a healthy relationship with your dog is unending! I reckon you have a long list of things you love about your dog, too! Shoot me a contact form if you would like to learn more about how to have a balanced and healthy relationship with your dog, especially if you feel that you don't have one right now. Let me know what that means to you! I'd love to help you achieve the same mutual trust and respect that I helped Hildalgo have with his owner and the rest of his pack.