Gnawty Dog Academy

We cannot say enough good things about Gnawty Dog Academy. My 18 year old son took his German Sheppard Husky mix to Gnawty dog for the 7 night stay Hybrid training. Not only did Heather lay the foundation for Cooper, she also taught my son how to continue on the training journey. She has remained a pivotal resource he counts on for continued training not only for Cooper but himself as well. Cooper has learned so many things: how to remain calm, avoid jumping on everyone when they enter our house, place, come, door manners, leash training, floor and so much more. My son who has been the one working with Heather has had a blast doing it. We are so grateful and 110% recommend Gnawty dog for anyone’s training needs. Thank you Gnawty Dog, you have been a blessing to our family. ❤️

We have been working with Heather for many months now, and I can say with complete confidence that she is not just a dog trainer, but a true professional with a deep understanding of dogs and their behavior. From the very beginning, Heather built a calm, confident, and respectful connection with Mitta, my German Shepherd Princess, whom I have adopted when she was 5 months old. She doesn’t just address surface behaviors, she understands the why behind them and works in a thoughtful, structured, and compassionate way. Thanks to her guidance, Mitta has become more balanced, confident, and responsive, and our relationship with her has improved tremendously. What truly sets Heather apart: 1. a highly individualized approach, never one-size-fits-all 2. clear, practical explanations that empower the owner 3. genuine respect for the dog as an individual 4. long-term, meaningful results rather than quick fixes Heather is attentive, patient, and deeply committed to both the dog and the owner’s success. Working with her brings a sense of trust and calm. You know, you and your dog are in excellent hands. I wholeheartedly recommend Heather to anyone looking for more than basic training. If you want thoughtful, ethical, and truly effective work with your dog, Heather is outstanding.

Heather is absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, she made me feel confident in handling Winston in all kinds of situations. She didn’t just train me on the techniques—I always felt like I truly understood why certain behaviors were happening. Heather took the time to explain what was going on in Winston’s head, helping me anticipate his reactions and respond in the best way possible. Her patience, expertise, and genuine love for dogs made every training session not only effective but also enjoyable. Thanks to her guidance, I feel so much more confident as a dog owner, and I can see Winston thriving under her methods. I can’t recommend Heather enough to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate, and results-driven dog trainer.