Certified | Ethical | Humane
Dog Training & Behavior Consulting
Dogma Canine Training is a dog training and behavior consulting company located in Steamboat Springs, CO. We offer private training/consulting, group classes, workshops, virtual sessions worldwide, free adventures and more!
Our certified trainers work with behavior modification, reactivity, aggression, fear, adolescent dogs, puppy socialization, puppy training, foundation skills through advanced obedience, cooperative care and more. We tailor our approach to each dog and their person.
Dogma works with dogs of all ages, breeds, and backgrounds—and people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experience levels. Dogma is committed to creating an inclusive, judgment-free environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and supported.
Why Positive Reinforcement?
Simple.Learning with minimal stress and successful repetitions is more enjoyable, productive and has longer lasting results than punishment or intimidation techniques. Dogs are opportunistic animals--- they do what is most reinforcing for them in each moment. As their guardian and teacher, it's your job to help them navigate the world. Using Positive Reinforcement (R+) and humane training methods, you and your dog will build a stronger and more communicative relationship. Training and behavior take time, patience, consistency, good handling skills, knowledge of canine behavior and problem solving abilities to be successful.
Have you tried these methods before without much success? Dogma is happy to help you problem solve!
How Do We Train?
Humane | Ethical | Evidence-Based | Positive Reinforcement
Dogma uses humane, ethical, evidence based, and positive reinforcement (R+) training methods geared toward each dog, family and lifestyle.
Our philosophy of behavior and training starts with a "whole-dog" and "whole-client" approach. We look at the bigger picture—your dog’s physical and mental health, environment, enrichment, appropriate outlets, management, training and your family’s individual needs and lifestyle. Our goal is to help you better understand your dog, develop effective communication skills, build a stronger relationship.
Your dog's physical and emotional well-being are always our priority. Because of this, Dogma does not use physical corrections, electric shock collars, prong collars, choke collars, or other aversive training tools or methods. If you are currently using any of these training methods or tools, but are open to learning a different approach, we are happy to work with you!
