HappyGentle Dogs offers Constructional Reinforcement Training, a positive, science-based approach to behavioral issues, aggression, and puppy foundations. Led by Dale Donaldson, The Gentle Coach, our programs help dogs and owners build real trust and lasting results, from basic manners to complex behavioral work. Based in Princeton, Texas and serving the greater North Texas area, we're committed to gentle, effective training for every dog and family. No pain. No fear. No punishment. Ever.
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Aggression training
Reactivity training
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Board and train
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5/5I simply cannot say enough wonderful things about Happy Gentle Dogs. Dale, Tracy, Madi, and the entire team have been such a godsend in giving me peace of mind with my dog, Bobby. As Bobby's complex needs have evolved, they have been with me every step of the way to ensure he con…Read full reviewClose full review
I simply cannot say enough wonderful things about Happy Gentle Dogs. Dale, Tracy, Madi, and the entire team have been such a godsend in giving me peace of mind with my dog, Bobby. As Bobby's complex needs have evolved, they have been with me every step of the way to ensure he continues to live his best life. No ask is ever too much, and their accommodation of my schedule is truly appreciated. Their love and care for each dog is readily apparent in their highly-individualized approach to every situation and the excellent facilities they maintain. My deepest gratitude to entire Happy Gentle Dogs team!
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Laurie Gray
5/5
They trained the cows too!! We had to castrate a bull calf and Happy Dog trained it to walk in a chute in the middle of a pasture. Happily surprised veterinarian I am. They are great.
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Sonali Rathod
5/5
Best doggie day care place ever. We adopted our great dane from here as well and he is a gem of a dog. Lucky to have happy gentle dogs for our pupps when we need them❤️
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Leigh Costa
5/5Not only great dog trainers but overall amazing humans that care! Dale and Tracy have trained 4 of my dogs over the years, most recently helping one of my rescues get over her extreme reactivity to visitors at the door which would cause her to have aggression towards one of our …Read full reviewClose full review
Not only great dog trainers but overall amazing humans that care! Dale and Tracy have trained 4 of my dogs over the years, most recently helping one of my rescues get over her extreme reactivity to visitors at the door which would cause her to have aggression towards one of our other resident dogs. They use positive approaches and truly care about the animals and teaching you how to continue on a path for lasting results!! Have sent countless other friends/family to Happy Gentle who have all had equally as great results/experience!
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Stacey Williams
5/5I can’t give this place enough stars!!! The staff—especially Maddie, who worked with my dog—and the owner, Dale, have an incredible depth of knowledge about dog psychology and behavior. For the first time ever, I learned to understand dogs through their nose, eyes, and ears inste…Read full reviewClose full review
I can’t give this place enough stars!!! The staff—especially Maddie, who worked with my dog—and the owner, Dale, have an incredible depth of knowledge about dog psychology and behavior. For the first time ever, I learned to understand dogs through their nose, eyes, and ears instead of through a human perspective. There’s no BS here—they tell it like it is and trained ME on how to help my dog become COGNITIVE instead of REACTIVE. Their amazing strategy really works. Everyone there truly cares about each and every animal! I highly recommend this facility and all the wonderful people who work here!
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