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Drop the Leash LLC Dog Training and Behavior Consultant
Johannesburg, Michigan
About Drop the Leash LLC Dog Training and Behavior Consultant
Dog behavior problems are rarely about the dog. I help Northern Michigan dog owners understand what's really behind their dog's behavior and how to help them. As a certified specialist (KPA CTP, CBCC-KA, LFDM) with over 30 years of experience across breeds, behaviors, and the full complexity of life with dogs, I give as much attention to the person holding the leash as the dog on it. Through Family Dog Mediation, private behavior consulting, practical Life Skills group classes, and virtual services nationwide, I provide simple and effective behavior solutions no matter your location. Serving all of Northern Michigan for in-person group classes and nationwide virtually. Visit my website to learn more and schedule a Discovery Call.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
Elite, board-certified behavior consulting delivered straight to your home via Zoom. Providing families with safe, science-backed solutions for complex fear, aggression, and reactivity. I address the root causes so you get real, lasting relief.
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
Behavior support
- Aggression training
Program details
When your household is in a behavior crisis, simple advice isn't enough. I help you slow down, clarify the patterns causing growling, snapping, or severe reactivity, and establish immediate safety and relief. Virtual behavior consultations available nationwide.
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Group classes
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
- Online or virtual training
Program details
Elite, board-certified behavior consulting delivered straight to your home via Zoom. Providing families with safe, science-backed solutions for complex fear, aggression, and reactivity. I address the root causes so you get real, lasting relief.
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Beginner training
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Program details
Elite, independent board certifications specializing in complex canine behavior. I provide families with safe, science-backed solutions for fear, aggression, and reactivity by looking at the whole picture. I address the root causes of behavior so you get real, lasting relief.
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Clicker training
- Positive reinforcement
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
- Behavior Analysis
Program details
Elite, independent board certifications specializing in complex canine behavior. I provide families with safe, science-backed solutions for fear, aggression, and reactivity by looking at the whole picture. I address the root causes of behavior so you get real, lasting relief.
- Behavior Change
Program details
When your household is in a behavior crisis, simple advice isn't enough. I help you slow down, clarify the patterns affecting your dog's behavior, and establish immediate safety and relief. Virtual behavior consultations available nationwide.
- Canine Behavior Coach
Program details
Elite, independent board certifications specializing in complex canine behavior. I provide families with safe, science-backed solutions for fear, aggression, and reactivity by looking at the whole picture. I address the root causes of behavior so you get real, lasting relief.
- Certified Behavior Consultant
Program details
Elite, independent board certifications specializing in complex canine behavior. I provide families with safe, science-backed solutions for fear, aggression, and reactivity by looking at the whole picture. I address the root causes of behavior so you get real, lasting relief.
- Dog Behavior Specialist
Program details
Elite, independent board certifications specializing in complex canine behavior. I provide families with safe, science-backed solutions for fear, aggression, and reactivity by looking at the whole picture. I address the root causes of behavior so you get real, lasting relief.
- Dog Trainer & Behavior Consultant
Program details
When your household is in a behavior crisis, simple advice isn't enough. I help you slow down, clarify the patterns affecting your dog's behavior, and establish immediate safety and relief. Virtual behavior consultations available nationwide.
- Family Dog Mediation
Program details
Licensed Family Dog Mediation assessing your dog’s genetics, environment, history, and individual self. I decode what your dog is communicating so you can make practical changes that actually make life easier for both of you.
- Personalized Coaching
- Private Coaching Programs
- Canine Behavior Consultant
Program details
When your household is in a behavior crisis, simple advice isn't enough. I help you slow down, clarify the patterns causing growling, snapping, or severe reactivity, and establish immediate safety and relief. Virtual behavior consultations available nationwide.
- Coaching Sessions
- Dog Consultation
Program details
Elite, board-certified behavior consulting delivered straight to your home via Zoom. Providing families with safe, science-backed solutions for complex fear, aggression, and reactivity. I address the root causes so you get real, lasting relief.
- Dog Learn
- Dog Training Programs
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
- Dog's Behavior
- Family Dog Programs
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
- Family Dog Training
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
- Online Coaching
Program details
Elite, board-certified behavior consulting delivered straight to your home via Zoom. Providing families with safe, science-backed solutions for complex fear, aggression, and reactivity. I address the root causes so you get real, lasting relief.
- Problem Behavior
Program details
When your household is in a behavior crisis, simple advice isn't enough. I help you slow down, clarify the patterns affecting your dog's behavior, and establish immediate safety and relief. Virtual behavior consultations available nationwide.
- Specific Training
- Teaching Your Dog
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
- Training & Behavior
- Animal Care
- Dog Training Instructor
- Homeschool Program
- Master Trainer
- Online Programs
- Study Program
- Training Your Dog
Program details
Practical Life Skills programs for Northern Michigan families. Serving Johannesburg, Gaylord, and surrounding communities with in-person small-group workshops and online programs. Learn how to replace stress and chaos with a reliable connection and cooperation when the world gets exciting.
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Business-stated qualifications
Qualifications stated by the business, not independently verified.
- Training team
- CBCC-KA
- Training team
- KPA CTP
Customer reviews
Google listing5
21 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Positive reinforcement 4
- Teacher 3
- Aggressive 2
- Anxiety reduction 2
- Confidence building 2
- E-collar 2
All 10 topics
- Fearful dog training 2
- Knowledgeable staff 2
- Online program 2
- Zoom meeting 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
This trainer was great! She taught us how to deal with our hyper puppy and have her be a wonderful member of our family. All without any pain to the puppy.
Very knowledgeable and great with animals! All positive training so your dog is not afraid of what you are asking but excited to please! Highly recommend❤️
Love Val and the training she provided. Great investment!
I chose drop the leash dog training because of their understanding with dogs and their clients. Valeria taught me many things about my animals and everytime I had questions for her she was quick to respond. I will recomend her dog training to everyone i know. I once read in a boo…Read full reviewClose full review
I chose drop the leash dog training because of their understanding with dogs and their clients. Valeria taught me many things about my animals and everytime I had questions for her she was quick to respond. I will recomend her dog training to everyone i know. I once read in a book, that dogs know how to sit, come, stay the only thing we need to teach them is the words for those commands so they will do the actions when asked. Valeria is so great on showing you how to train your dog in a way for you to understand them and for them to understand you.
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