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From stressful moments to shared success, we'll help you create the life you desire with your pet


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

Training that gives back: Every session with Good Dog & Co. supports
global conservation efforts

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Meet Sarah

  • Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner

    Founder & Animal Behavior Specialist

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

Episodes 14, 30, & 31

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Certified by the Leading Organization in Positive Reinforcement Training,
Karen Pryor Academy

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Top 10% of Positive Reinforcement Trainers Nationwide

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Behavior Consultant for Shelter and Rescue Organizations

  • "Sarah has accomplished in a few weeks what other trainers could not over months. I feel more hopeful about our future as a family!!"

    Helen P. Colorado Springs, CO

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

    Jim & Judy Kidwell, Colorado Springs, CO

  • "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

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

    Erin Henninger, Colorado Springs, CO

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

    Lauren Ando, 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

  • "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

  • "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

  • "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

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

    Luke and Jessie Johnson, Colorado Springs, CO

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