Is your dog’s behavior scaring you, isolating you, or making life feel unmanageable?

You’ve tried your best, but you feel stuck. The biting, the aggression, it’s just too much.
But what if the problem isn’t you — and it isn’t your dog either?
What if you’ve both just been trying to communicate in two completely different ways?

When your dog growls, bites, lunges, or snaps — it’s terrifying. You might be thinking:

  • “I’m scared he’s going to hurt someone.”

  • “We can’t have anyone over anymore.”

  • “I love my dog, but I don’t trust him.”

  • “Maybe we weren’t the right fit after all.”

  • “This isn’t what I thought dog ownership would be like.”

What you’re facing isn’t because your dog is bad — and it’s not because you’ve failed.


Your dog doesn’t need more discipline. They need to be understood.

We help you get there.

A different kind of dog training

Our custom approach is designed for dogs with serious behavior issues — and the families who feel like they’ve run out of options.

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all obedience class.
It’s a science-backed, relationship-centered program built around how your dog learns and what your family needs.

We take time to understand:

  • Your dog’s triggers and history

  • Their breed-specific tendencies

  • How they naturally communicate and respond

  • What your lifestyle actually looks like

And then we build a training plan around trust — not punishment — so your dog can feel safe enough to learn and grow.

Here’s how we help:

  • Private Evaluation

    We meet one-on-one to observe your dog, listen to your story, and learn what’s really going on.

  • Custom Behavior Plan

    We create a personalized roadmap based on your dog’s background, breed, learning style, and specific behaviors.

  • Guided Training & Support

    We walk with you step by step to implement the plan, support progress, and help both you and your dog regain confidence.

Schedule your private evaluation

Imagine:

  • Walking your dog without fear.

  • Guests coming over without stress

  • A dog that responds to you with trust — not tension

  • A home that feels safe again

  • Feeling proud of how far you’ve come — together

With the right tools and the right approach, things can change — for both of you.

“We brought our 1-year-old working line GSD to Rick after struggling with reactivity and lack of impulse control. Our pup was exposed to agitation work far too early from a previous trainer, creating a bunch of problems down the line. Rick is extremely knowledgeable and understands how frustrating and disheartening it can be when you’re dealing with a reactive pup. We are so thankful for all of his support, and we have seen such amazing progress in our dog since we started with him. He’s given us the tools to continue to strengthen the bond we have with our girl and to help her grow into the dog we know she can be.”

Lauryn G

“Your family and dog will absolutely benefit from Rick’s training. We have used other dog trainers in the past and none were as knowledgeable as Rick. We were immediately impressed by his ability to assess our dog’s behavior and develop a personalized training experience. After our first training lesson, we went home with new tools which we worked on all week until our next class. Our pup’s behavior quickly modified towards the improvements we hoped for. After several more classes, our dog has transformed into the family dog we had hoped for. We highly recommend Rick and Impactful Canine Training to anyone wanting better behavior from their dog.”

Adam P

FAQs

  • No. This is a behavior-focused program tailored for serious issues like reactivity, aggression, and anxiety.

  • Most of our clients say the same thing. But when we center the work around how your dog learns — and rebuild trust — things start to shift.

  • Yes. We take every precaution and help you develop clear boundaries, safe routines, and responsible handling along the way.

You don’t need to give up. You just need a plan.
Let’s take the first step — together.