Sharp Dogs Seattle is here to help you and your dog, offering private training, behavior services, group classes, a small dog playgroup, and small dog boarding/board & train, all rooted in positive, fear-free methods that work for dogs of any age or size.
You'll work directly with Julie, a Certified Behavior Consultant for Dogs and Certified Professional Trainer with 15+ years of experience, who genuinely understands your dog and you.
Whether you're navigating challenging behaviors, a new puppy or dog, rowdy adolescent, basic manners, or preparing for an adoption, we'll build a plan around your dog, and your life.
Reach out and tell us what you need. We're here to help.
Living harmoniously with your dog is closer than you think!
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Leash trainingProgram details
Does your dog pull on the leash on walks? Do they pay attention to you on walks? Sharp Dogs Seattle offers a class just for teaching your dog to walk on a loose leash. Make walks more enjoyable and fun with a dog who doesn't pull on the leash the whole time!
Obedience training
Puppy training
SocializationProgram details
The puppy play group is for puppies who are still receiving their vaccines and aren't fully immunized. The space is cleaned with a solution that kills bacteria and viruses including Parvo, before the puppy playtime. Socialization is important in a dog's development. We are in the Maple Leaf area.
Behavior support
Aggression training
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Sharp Dogs Seattle offers board and train for small dogs (around 20 lbs or less). They stay in the comfort of Julie's home. They'll have daily training sessions based on your goals. All training uses fear-free methods. After the stay ends, you'll have a training session with your dog.
Group classes
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingProgram details
Get one-on-one private training. We make a training plan based on what you want your dog to learn. Private training is a great way to get your needs met because we plan the sessions based on your goals. Whether you have a puppy or a dog, this is a great investment that will last a lifetime.
Dog age
Adult dogs
PuppiesProgram details
A playgroup for puppies 8-16 weeks old. Get 25% off first visit. Your puppy will socialize with other pups and humans. We have 2,000 square feet of outdoor space and an equivalent amount for the indoor space. This is a great compliment to any puppy class you may be taking. Offered Sundays @ 1.30p · Listed price: $18.00
Senior dogs
Training level
Beginner training
Dog size
Small dogsProgram details
Concerned about your small dog going with a group to a dog park? Want a safer alternative? Live in Northgate, Pinehurst Maple Leaf area of Seattle,? Your small dog can come play and exercise for two hours in a large facility with indoor and outdoor space. We pick up and drop off your dog.
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
I offer private dog training services. Work one-on-one to teach your dog skills, such as basic obedience (or manners). This can include anything you want to work on but also covers the basics such as Sit, Down, Wait, Stay, relax on a mat, touch and more. We're located in north/northeast Seattle
Dog sitting (in-home)Program details
Sharp Dogs Seattle offers small dog boarding for dogs about 20 lbs or less. They'll live in a home environment that provides them with everything they need; you supply the leash, harness and the dog's food.
Dog behavior servicesProgram details
I am a certified behavior consultant and work with a variety of dog behavior issues, such as on-leash reactivity, fearfulness, "stranger danger", relationships between dogs in the same family and more.
Being able to read a dog's body language is key to understanding your dog. Learn how to recognize what your dog is feeling by reading their body language. The more you understand your dog, the better your relationship. One reason why we only use positive training.
Behavior ConsultantProgram details
Sharp Dogs Seattle offers behavior consultations with dogs facing challenges. We use positive training and show you how your behavior can best support your dog.
Dog PlayProgram details
Sharp Dogs Seattle offers playtimes, one for small breed dogs and one for puppies 8-16 weeks old. 25% off your first playgroup! Enter 25OFF at checkout.
Dog SocialProgram details
We currently offer two playgroups. One for small adult dogs under 20lbs and the other for puppies 8-16 weeks old. They are offered weekly. Small dog playtime (playgroup) is on Saturdays @ 3.30p. The puppy playtime is offered on Sunday @ 1.30p. We're located in north/northeast Seattle
FREE Educational ProgramProgram details
Every month, Sharp Dogs Seattle offers a free workshop called "Intro to Modern Dog Training." Come learn about how to choose a trainer. Then get hands on experience, putting the ideas into action. You will learn the basics of modern dog training and learn how to find a dog trainer.
Shelter DogsProgram details
Knowing how to help your adopted rescue dog settle into their new home and start their new life off on the right foot (paw ; ) is so important. Whether you just adopted or are looking to adopt, Sharp Dogs Seattle can give you the information and help that you need.
Training & Behavior
Training Programs
Veterinary BehavioristsProgram details
As a Certified Behavior Consultant (Canine), Julie of Sharp Dogs Seattle can work with you and your vet or vet behaviorist. We can give your vet behavior reports so they have a full picture of your dog.
Classes And Events
Dog Basic
Fear-Free Dog Training
Pup Dog Training
Teaching Your Dog
Training Program
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5/5Julie is a wonderful dog trainer! Lessons were fun and engaging :) she gave our malamute Lumi such a great foundation for general behavior, and also provided strategies for specific issues we had. For example she had us bring our other dog to one of the sessions so that we could …Read full reviewClose full review
Julie is a wonderful dog trainer! Lessons were fun and engaging :) she gave our malamute Lumi such a great foundation for general behavior, and also provided strategies for specific issues we had. For example she had us bring our other dog to one of the sessions so that we could really deep dive into one of our major problems—Lumi constantly bothering her much smaller sister on walks.
I’m happy to report that now I can walk both of them at the same time, by myself and rarely see an issue :)
On top of that, Julie was super accommodating to our living situation—my husband and I live with two housemates, and there was never an issue with all four of us coming to the training sessions.
After five lessons I felt like a much more confident and competent dog owner :)
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Danae
5/5
This trainer truly loves dogs and is committed to making the lives of the dog and owners more enjoyable.
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Ryan H
5/5
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