Serving Central Ohio & Colorado Springs, CO | Private in-person training, behavior consultations, and virtual coaching worldwide

Working together toward better behavior

At Good Dog & Co., we strive to strengthen your bond with your pet while building up their skills in the world around them


Adheres to the Most Positive, Least Intrusive Principle
Owned by a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner
44+ years of hands-on positive reinforcement training experience

Our services

Meet Sarah

  • Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner

    Animal Behavior Specialist

About

Guest and Panelist on The ABMA’s podcast, Animal Behavior Conversations

Episodes 14, 30, & 31

Top Ohio Dog Trainer

Top 10% of all Positive Reinforcement Trainers Nationwide

Behavior Consultant for Shelter and Rescue Organizations

  • "Sarah heard all of my concerns and was able to start prioritizing how we could work together to provide actionable results quicker than I would have expected."

    Kris Lynn, Columbus, OH

  • "We had given up hope but since working with Sarah, we’ve seen a lot of small wins"

    Lauren Ando, Columbus, OH

  • "In 3 weeks, Rosie has accomplished SO much and we have established a positive dialogue/relationship with her...We have ALL gained so much more confidence, perception, and patience as a result of working with Sarah."

    Carrie Whatley, Columbus, OH

  • “…Sarah connected with our puppy right away and worked diligently with her to learn not only basic commands but to also develop a duration of calm behaviors that we wanted to see…”

    Jenna and Philip Crow Colorado Springs, CO

  • "I love that Sarah uses positive reinforcement because it protects the bond that I have built up with my dog. Plus, Emery loved training and shows so much excitement about learning these new skills that it makes me excited to walk her again."

    Janet Carr, Columbus, OH

  • "...Truly because of Sarah we will be able to keep Meryl and enjoy our new addition.”

    Jim & Judy Kidwell, Colorado Springs, CO

  • "Sarah was such a joy to work with. In every session our dog, Rocky, made huge progress..."

    Luke and Jessie Johnson, Colorado Springs, CO

  • "Now, not only do I feel so much more confident around him and managing his behaviors, I can tell he's more confident around me, the house, and outside!"

    Gabby Veri, Columbus, OH

  • “…It’s so clear when working with Sarah that she is incredibly knowledgeable about animal behavior and training…”

    Erin Henninger, Colorado Springs, CO

  • “Sarah’s approach to training not only improved my relationship with my Phineas, it gave me the tools to notice how he was experiencing the world…”

    Misha James Colorado Springs, CO

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Facilitating Thoughtful Introductions Between Pets
Facilitating Thoughtful Introductions Between Pets
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Behavior Change Requires Environment Change
Behavior Change Requires Environment Change
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Good Dog, Bad Dog: Breaking Down the Labels
Good Dog, Bad Dog: Breaking Down the Labels
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Every Interaction is a Training Session
Every Interaction is a Training Session
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Enjoy bonding with your pet as you learn together

Your needs are just as important as your pet’s needs.
Based in Columbus, OH and Colorado Springs, CO with virtual coaching world wide, Good Dog & Co. will build a personalized strategy that benefits everyone.