Frequently Asked Questions

Can you help with reactivity, anxiety, fear, or aggression?

In many cases, yes. I work with dogs dealing with a wide range of behavioral challenges, but every dog and situation is different. We’ll discuss your dog during the phone consultation and determine whether the Hybrid Program is the right fit.

What’s the difference between the 28-Day and 42-Day Hybrid Programs?

The 28-Day program is designed for dogs that need a strong foundation in obedience, manners, confidence, and real-world behavior. The 42-Day program gives us more time for advanced reliability, behavior modification, and more complex or deeply ingrained issues.

Will my dog listen to me after training, or only to the trainer?

Yes — but that transfer does not happen automatically. A major part of the Hybrid Program is teaching you how to communicate with your dog, maintain the structure we build, and continue the training at home. The goal is not to create a dog that only works for me.

How involved do I need to be as the owner?

Very involved. I handle the intensive training, but long-term success depends on you understanding how to maintain it. That’s why owner education and follow-up lessons are built into the program.

Can I visit or be part of training while my dog is with you?

Absolutely — I actually encourage it. The Hybrid Program is designed around owner involvement, because the goal isn’t just for your dog to respond to me. It’s for you to understand how to handle, communicate with, and maintain the training long after the program ends.

Formal private lessons usually begin around the halfway point or later in the program, but owners are welcome to join me while I’m out training their dog whenever it makes sense. The more you understand the process, the better prepared you’ll be when your dog comes home.

Where does my dog stay during the Hybrid Program?

Your dog stays with me as part of the Hybrid Program and lives in a structured home environment rather than being treated like a typical boarding dog. Depending on the dog, their behavior, and the goals we’re working toward, they may sleep in a crate, in my room, or have access to a designated area of the home.

The amount of freedom they have is based on what they’ve earned and what will best support their training. The goal is to create the right balance of structure, responsibility, and real-life exposure so the progress we make carries over when your dog returns home.

Do you guarantee results?

No ethical trainer can guarantee a specific result without knowing the dog, the owner, the environment, and how consistently the training will be maintained. I guarantee that your dog will receive professional, individualized training and that I will give you the education and support needed to continue the work after the program.

What happens after the program ends?

The program ending does not mean the support ends. You’ll have follow-up lessons to help transfer the training home, and BarNone K9 clients receive lifetime support for questions and guidance as you continue progressing with your dog.

What is the first step to get started?

The first step is booking a free phone consultation. We’ll talk about your dog, your goals, and whether the Hybrid Program is the right fit. From there, if it sounds like a good match, the next step is scheduling an in-person consultation/evaluation.