Hi, I’m Ingo, owner of Exceptional Canines In-Home Dog Training. I help puppies, adopted dogs, and dogs with behavior issues like leash reactivity, anxiety, and impulse control. My training is customized to your dog , because your dog is unique, and because cookie-cutter training usually falls apart the second the doorbell rings.
With 30+ years of experience as a professional trainer, AKC CGC Evaluator, and certified dog behavior advisor, I bring calm structure, practical tools, and real-world solutions that actually hold up at home.
Better behavior. Less chaos. More peace. Fewer “why is he doing that?” moments.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Behavior support
Aggression training
Chewing
Fear and confidence
Jumping up
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and train
In-home training
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Senior dogsCustomer-reported
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Photo updates
Assistance and working dogs
Service dog training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
Balanced training
E-collar training
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Additional Training
Animal Behaviorist
Basic Dog
Behavior Change Training
Canine Education
Canine Nutrition
Classical Conditioning
Come When Called
Counter Conditioning
Dog Learn
Dog Nutrition and Longevity
Dog Parents
Dog Training Course
Dog Training Session
Dog's Behavior Challenges
Dog's Health
Dog's Training Programs
E-Learning
Family Dog
Free Phone Consultation
Free Phone Consultations
Home Lessons
In- Home Dog Trainers
In- Home Dog Training
Manners and Obidience
Not Coming When Called
Nutrition Consultation
Personalized Training
Re Home
Rescue Rehab
Seperation Anxiety
Specialized Dog Training
Training Equipment
Weight Control
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5/5We would like to thank Ingo for the amazing job he did helping us with our St Bernard puppy. E went through his puppy program and it was worth every penny. He was always available in between visits and provided quick and helpful tips and techniques. He even went above and beyond …Read full reviewClose full review
We would like to thank Ingo for the amazing job he did helping us with our St Bernard puppy. E went through his puppy program and it was worth every penny. He was always available in between visits and provided quick and helpful tips and techniques. He even went above and beyond when our 100lb “puppy” decided to get playful with her powerful mouth. I was covered in bruises and wasn’t sure what we were going to do. Ingo made a special trip over to our house and within an hour he had her responding to a new collar. That was 2 weeks ago and since then she has been our sweet girl and I even walk her every day over 2 miles and I’m constantly getting compliments on how well we walk. We have even taken what we learned and have taught our older dogs New tricks!
I highly recommend Ingo for any stage your dog is in. But I especially would use his training for a puppy and set them up for success right from the start. Thank you Ingo for giving us an amazing dog!
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Melanie Violand
5/5We did the puppy training program with Exceptional Canines. Our initial consultation was very thorough. Ingo took his time to understand our family’s needs not only with the puppy, but our other dogs in the house as well.
Ingo‘s lessons are very easy to follow and we saw progre…Read full reviewClose full review
We did the puppy training program with Exceptional Canines. Our initial consultation was very thorough. Ingo took his time to understand our family’s needs not only with the puppy, but our other dogs in the house as well.
Ingo‘s lessons are very easy to follow and we saw progress immediately. We were able to utilize the skills we learned from Ingo to apply to our older dogs as well.
One of the most helpful training sessions was to teach the puppy how to appropriately walk with a gentle lead. Now we can enjoy walks without any pulling or poor behavior related to distractions.
We highly recommend Ingo and Exceptional Canines!
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Sean Bandawat
5/5
AMAZING Trainer! Ingo is a natural with animals and has mastered the psychology of dogs and humans. He is not only qualified but respectful, professional, and courteous and you won't regret hiring him. 5 stars! Thank you Ingo!
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KSBAZ13
5/5Ingo came to our house one week ago and based on his observations, advice and implementing his suggestions, I am immediately seeing results!
I contacted Ingo to address poor doggy manners, leash pulling and barking with my two dogs. He contacted me within the same day and even r…Read full reviewClose full review
Ingo came to our house one week ago and based on his observations, advice and implementing his suggestions, I am immediately seeing results!
I contacted Ingo to address poor doggy manners, leash pulling and barking with my two dogs. He contacted me within the same day and even reached out on a Sunday, since I teach and weekends are when I get most errands done. He provided video links so that I could see his methods before our consultation.
After the 90 minute in-home consultation, I felt I was equipped with a plan to start working with my dogs. I appreciate that Ingo begins with corrections and never made me feel like a bad dog owner for previously encouraging behaviors that now need correcting.
Through my consultation I also realized how much I was learning as well as the dogs. I have had several friends and family over since learning training techniques to eliminate jumping up and crowding at the door. Everyone has complimented me on the difference they are seeing and are surprised that they are seeing results so quickly.
Ingo also provided me with more video links and product referrals to address my dogs' bored behavior. His videos are free & informative.
I have been working consistently with my family and the dogs to ensure they are getting corrective training and positive reinforcement. I cannot wait for my next session to learn more and maximize my dogs' potential. Our dogs do not jump up on our guests at the door. Now they sniff their feet and then go about their way. They are also learning NOT to be attention seeking and paw at guests for pets and attention.
I highly recommend Exceptional Canines and Ingo if you are trying to address behaviors with your dog.
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Hana Lewars
5/5Really happy with the progress my little girl made on just day one!!! We worked on leash pulling and good manners when it comes to excitement! Can’t wait for her to finish her program. Ingo was very friendly and gave actual advice. Came with good quality treats. Brought examples…Read full reviewClose full review
Really happy with the progress my little girl made on just day one!!! We worked on leash pulling and good manners when it comes to excitement! Can’t wait for her to finish her program. Ingo was very friendly and gave actual advice. Came with good quality treats. Brought examples of different collars and leashes and explained the differences for best outcomes. I can tell Ingo cares about the success of my pup and I’m so proud of her!
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