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Training at Seattle Canine Club

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Welcome,

My name is Crystal and I am a certified trainer with twelve years experience helping families with their pets. Reward-based dog training is more then just teaching tricks. Its about building better communication tools and understanding everyone’s needs for a better life. Once your pup knows how to learn and has a training plan that fits their well-being needs, they will be set up for successful and beneficial training progression.

Learn more about reward-based training here.

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Training at Seattle Canine Club

For Seattle Canine Club members I offer a behavior evaluation and consultation package that includes a virtual consultation, an onsite behavioral evaluation, and then a virtual follow up to go over your dog’s training needs.

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    Walking Skills

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  • A dog with a tan and white coat looks at a treat being offered by a person. The treat is bone-shaped and held between the person's thumb and index finger. Text on the image promotes fear-free, certified professional pet training.

  • Multi-pet Family Peace

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  • A puppy with brown and white fur, looking at the camera, being held gently by a person. A 'Fear Free Certified Professional' badge is visible in the top right corner.

    Bite Prevention

  • Two dogs on a wooden floor, one with a merle coat and one with a light brown coat, looking up at the camera.

    Training Basics

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    Real World Practice

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    Learning to Be the Best Pup

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    Alevite Stress & Fear

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    Safe Travel

What People Say About Working with Me

  • Gray and white dog lying on a colorful patterned rug, looking up at the camera, wearing a blue harness.

    “Crystal went above and beyond with my anxious pup to try and make it a comfortable time for him. I got several media updates and a very insightful summary and resources to help with his betterment! I really appreciated the help and would re-book confidently”

    Surbhi K.

  • Two small dogs, one with curly brown and white fur and the other with curly white fur, sitting on a cozy pet bed indoors.

    “We had a wonderful training session with Crystal. She was patient, detail oriented, and friendly. We look forward to our next session with her.”

    Jane C.

  • “Crystal is very knowledgeable about dogs, particularly our Cavapoochon breed (poodle mixes). She took the time to really observe my pup and read his body language. I very much appreciated her clear way of explaining why he is barking in certain situations and how I should redirect him.”

    Leah Z.

  • “Crystal is knowledgeable as a trainer and is very responsive to messages. She seemed to actually care about the well-being of the dogs. We will probably be asking her to come visit again :).”

    Autumn P.

  • A brown Labrador Retriever wearing a pink harness outdoor on grass, sticking out, with a muddy face and curious expression.

    "We have been working with Crystal for the past few weeks and we have noticed clear improvements and changes in our dog's behavior. Crystal uses a method that in my opinion is very respectful of both the dog and the owner. Crystal watched our dog and listened intently. She is very responsible and punctual. We are very happy with her and we continue to work with her to educate our furry."

    Paloma with Cacao

  • Two young dogs, a Siberian Husky and a Pomsky, sitting on a beige carpet looking up at the camera with alert expressions.

    Crystal is the BEST! Our energetic pups have gone from husky hooligans to (mostly) angels in the past few months, largely due to her expertise. The girls are always THRILLED to see her, and every session has made our household happier and calmer! Highly recommend!

    AnnaMaria P.