Meet your trainer

Hi, I'm Rachel!

I'm a certified Fear Free, positive-reinforcement dog trainer, and Karen Pryor Academy student. based in Brooklyn, NY. Since 2023, I've helped hundreds of dogs and their guardians improve their relationships and learn to understand each other better!

My dog Max was the original goofy dog.

Max is the reason behind all the work I do with dogs. He inspired my passion for helping other people and their dogs find their best

When I adopted Max, he struggled with intense anxiety and hyperarousal that made many parts of every day life incredibly difficult. Like many, I initially focused on obedience and control, believing that was the key to a well-behaved dog. As I learned more about behavior and learning theory, our training evolved into something much more meaningful: a relationship built on trust and communication.

That shift is what unlocked the goofiest, sweetest, most affectionate best friend I could have asked for.

Max taught me that training is about far more than teaching commands. When we support a dog's emotional well-being, meet their needs, and help them develop the skills to succeed, we create dogs who want to engage with us, not because they have to, but because they enjoy it. That philosophy is at the heart of every session I teach.

My goal is to empower you with the knowledge and skills to support your dog while keeping their well-being at the forefront. Together, we'll build a stronger relationship, improve communication, and create lasting behavior change that helps both you and your dog thrive.