BADDogs

I first started working with Barbara at Bad Dogs 4 years ago when I was on the behavior team for a rescue. We had dogs come in that had serious issues and needed someone who understood them - everything from severe anxiety to aggression to fear. Barbara did many evaluations for us and then came up with a plan on how to help them. Most of them went on to get adopted. Barbara is the kind of behaviorist who's in it for the dogs. She cares deeply about the dog's quality of life and her first priority is teaching the caretaker/owner what needs to be done in order to give that dog their best life. After working with her in the rescue for several years, my husband and I hired her to work with us to help our own two dogs with some anxiety issues they were having - they were both rescues that came to us fearful and having trouble in many different areas. Barbara doesn't teach sit, down and stay like many trainers, Barbara teaches basic life skills that dogs need in order to be happy and comfortable in the world. Things like how to relax, how to have impulse control, and how to feel less anxious in new situations. We are thankful to get to work with Barbara and know that we have support with any issues that may come up with any dog we own.

I recently enrolled my two Shih Tzu puppies in a training program with BADDogsInc, and it has been a fantastic experience. The program not only covers basic commands but also emphasizes important social skills like meet-and-greets, leash walking, waiting at doors, and calming behaviors such as “stay,” “settle,” and even “roll over.” What I appreciate most is BADDogsInc’s commitment to using gentle, humane, and dog-friendly techniques. They don’t use choke collars or pinch collars—just positive reinforcement and lots of patience. This approach made my puppies feel safe, calm, and eager to learn. The trainers are incredibly sweet and attentive to my Shih Tzus, which has helped them thrive during each session. Their warmth and personalized guidance made a noticeable difference in my puppies’ progress. If you’re looking for a compassionate and effective training experience, I highly recommend BADDogsInc. The focus on humane techniques and building social skills is exactly what I wanted for my pups, and I’m thrilled with the results.