Let me guess . . .
Are you frustrated with your dog, feeling like you made a mistake?
Are you watching online videos trying to figure out how to do what you see these Trainers do?
Do you want to walk your dog without them reacting?
Have you followed advice that just didn’t work for you and your pet?
Can you imagine enjoying walks with your dog again?
Guess what?
It’s Totally normal.
Dog training can be really hard. It asks a lot of us—especially mentally and emotionally—because we worry about making mistakes, hurting our dogs’ progress, or getting so frustrated we give up. If you’ve had a bad experience and feel guilty, hear this:
It’s not your fault.
Dogs develop reactive or problematic behaviors for many reasons—genetics, past experiences, or learned and conditioned responses. Blaming yourself won’t change what happened. What matters now is your responsibility to become the best leader you can be.
Instead of dwelling on the past, focus on what you can do today to shape the dog you want. Consistent leadership, clear expectations, and patient, structured training will move you both forward. Concentrate on practical steps and progress, not guilt.
Your dog needs your calm, steady guidance more than anything else.
Because let me spill some wisdom on you:
Training begins with you.
I’m not going to go on and on about how amazing it is to develop your canine partner, we both already know that.
Or having a dog that is reactive on leash or one that is so fearful of surroundings that they shut down.
🙋🏽♀️ Raise your hand if you’ve been there or are experiencing it!
So I have a question. How can we get you to be more confident as a dog owner and handler?
Hi,
I’m Bria
Disney fanatic, southern style sweet tea loving and dog sport enthusiast, teaching pet owners (just like you) how to build a lasting bond with their dog.
I’ve been training dogs for over 6 years now and after working with hundreds of pet owners to train their dogs, i’ve learned this:
Take a deep breath
The first step to training is calming your emotions because the more we are feeling something, the dog will feel it too.
It’s entirely possible for you to feel empowered as a dog owner and trainer, so you can have the best life with your dogs.
Why choose Bonding with K9s?
A well-trained dog lets you live and work together as partners, not just follow commands. That’s why we’re Bonding with K9s: a stronger relationship means better behavior.
Consistency
Training is a lifelong commitment with your dog, not a quick fix. Constant practice and fine-tuning helps keep good habits formed.
Balanced/Positive Rewards Training
We use balanced training: reward good behavior and ignore or redirect bad behavior. Every dog is different, so we’ll try various tools and styles to find what works best for your dog—but most likely using positive methods.
In-Home Training
Training class will be held in your home away from other dogs and distractions, so we can get down to the nitty gritty of it all.
We cover skills such as:
Basic Obedience
Advanced Obedience
Leash Skills
Potty Training
Overexcited Greeting
Recall
Door Dashing
Impulse Control
Heel
Leave It
Reactivity and more!
About
our company
Our commitment at Bonding with K9’s is to enhance the bond between humans and pets through top-tier products and services. Leveraging years of expertise, we strive to meet the highest standards of animal care and customer satisfaction.
Free Consultation
Ready to work together? Share a few details such as prior training experience and goals to best determine which program will be best for you! We look forward to hearing from you!
FAQs
What services do you offer?
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We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just beginning your training journey, need individualized training, or just a refresher, we aim to assist you along the way! Everything is tailored to each pet parent and canine to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
How do I get started?
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions you may have.
What makes you different?
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We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart. Most trainers have the dog strictly obey, but that doesn’t make it an enjoyable experience for both parties, does it? My training style is based on rewards and relationship building.
How can I contact you?
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within a few business days.
What People Are Saying
“Five stars outstanding trainer, life changing experience. Because of Bria’s unending patience, deep knowledge, and genuine love for what she does, Rosie has not only grown in skill and confidence — but she has also earned her AKC CGC title! Just as importantly, Bria teaches owners how to communicate, understand and build a lifelong relationship with their fur babies.”
— Dale and Rosie“Bria’s canine training, expertise, calm, guidance, and encouragement made all the difference for us. Bria is deeply committed to both dogs and their people, and it shows in every session. The progress we’ve made is priceless, and we are so grateful for her dedication and continued support.”
— Former Customer“Bria is absolutely worth everything to us and I cannot recommend her highly enough”
— Former Customer
