HappyGentle Dogs offers Constructional Reinforcement Training, a positive, science-based approach to behavioral issues, aggression, and puppy foundations. Led by Dale Donaldson, The Gentle Coach, our programs help dogs and owners build real trust and lasting results, from basic manners to complex behavioral work. Based in Princeton, Texas and serving the greater North Texas area, we're committed to gentle, effective training for every dog and family. No pain. No fear. No punishment. Ever.
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Behavior consultation
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Behavior support
Aggression training
Reactivity training
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Board and train
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5/5Dale & Tracy are truly masters of their craft. Their methods are tried and true and they worked absolute miracles with our Sookie girl. She was fearfully aggressive towards people and other dogs but after attending the program at Dale and Tracy's ranch and after training us how…Read full reviewClose full review
Dale & Tracy are truly masters of their craft. Their methods are tried and true and they worked absolute miracles with our Sookie girl. She was fearfully aggressive towards people and other dogs but after attending the program at Dale and Tracy's ranch and after training us how to continue her growth, she is now a confident, happy, gentle sweetheart and it shows in every aspect of her daily life. She is now cognitive and she is able to make great choices on her own and no longer looks to us to "safeguard" her. Dale and Tracy both have unprecedented integrity and they are amazing individuals who actually care about the animals and the humans they serve. Paired together along with Madi and their other amazing trainers they are an unbeatable force that's truly changing lives! Trust their process... IT WORKS. They will be honest with you every step of the way, even if it's hard to hear. Their work is so incredible, it makes me feel remorse for all of the needy animals and humans out there who never find out about their program and put their beloved pets through it. I am absolutely convinced that all dogs and humans would benefit greatly by what their team offers. Don't delay.... You will be so happy and relieved you did it. ❤️We are forever grateful to them for everything!
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Kellie Harrison
5/5
Madi is truly a BLESSING to us! Two other trainers for Scout (weim almost 2) with no success. She reached him on a cognitive level and he blossomed under her. They also taught us how to get him to remain reactive to us. We both now understand each other and he is such a wonderful dog to be around!
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Brittany Perez
5/5We met Madi by chance at Pull Through Coffee Bar and had her come to evaluate our dog Bexar. He was dealing with dog reactivity and we weren’t sure how to help him work through it. We decided to do a board and train with HappyGentle Dogs and we are very happy with results! Madi w…Read full reviewClose full review
We met Madi by chance at Pull Through Coffee Bar and had her come to evaluate our dog Bexar. He was dealing with dog reactivity and we weren’t sure how to help him work through it. We decided to do a board and train with HappyGentle Dogs and we are very happy with results! Madi worked with Bexar to help him understand how to be cognitive and not reactive. She sent us photos, videos, answered all our questions, and took great care of our boy! We liked that we were able to visit him, see his progress, and be given a lesson on how to work better with him. Before working with Madi, he would see a dog and immediately become fixed and reactive, but since working with her, we’ve witnessed him able to be curious about other dogs and stay cognitive. We are excited to continue his training and see him continue to grow. Thank you to Madi, Dale, and Tracy!
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Kevin Cobble
5/5
We adopted a special dog, Hera, from DFW Rescue. She was very fearful of people. We picked her up from Happy Gentle Dogs where Dale and Tracy had worked with her. They spent several hours training us on how to handle Hera before we took her home. Now, they are the only people we trust when we need to board her. They are great people and Hera enjoys her stays there.
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Mary Von Ahnen
5/5
I can't say enough great things about this magical place. Tracy, sale, and the entire staff have been able to turn around some significant issues with 3 of our beloved dogs. We are very grateful for them and would recommend Happy Gentle Dogs to anyone.
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