About Northern Tails Dog Training & Intuitive Animal Communication
Lisa Lucas has helped dogs and their humans thrive since 2005 through compassionate, positive reinforcement dog training. As both a professional dog trainer and intuitive animal communicator, she offers private in-home dog training throughout Spokane and Stevens Counties, plus group dog training classes at her cozy, forest-surrounded facility in the Deer Park area (Clayton). She also offers Animal Communication Services to a global clientele. Her boarding school for dogs provides immersive training and safe off-leash play in secure, fenced areas. Whether you're working on manners, behavior issues, an AKC title, or want to have a deeper, intuitive conversation with your pet - you've come to the right place!
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Behavior support
Aggression training
Fear and confidence
Jumping up
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Intensive, structured programs where your dog stays with Lisa for hands-on daily training in a calm, rural environment. Builds lasting obedience, confidence, and focus.
Group classes
In-home trainingProgram details
One-on-one customized dog training sessions focused on your dog’s unique personality and your goals. Perfect for obedience, manners, and behavior correction.
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Support between sessions
Homework and practiceCustomer-reported
Training approach
Positive reinforcement
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Animal CommunicationProgram details
Lisa connects intuitively with your pet to uncover emotions, behavioral patterns, and underlying needs. Helps strengthen the bond and understanding between you and your animal.
Behavior Evaluation
Dog Bark
Dog Behavior SpecialistProgram details
For dogs showing fear, reactivity, aggression, or anxiety. Lisa uses calm leadership, trust-building, and proven techniques to help dogs and owners live harmoniously.
Dog Training ClassesProgram details
Build a stronger bond with your dog through structured, confidence-building training. Our group classes teach real-world skills using calm, clear communication — not force. Great for all breeds and experience levels.
Leash Reactive
Shock Collars
Training & Behavior
Training Your Dog
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5/5My husband and I were nervous to go to the first training since our puppy is such a stinker. He is 80 lbs and has a ton of energy, very hard to control. We did a private lesson to avoid any conflicts. Of course he didn't stop moving the entire time. Lisa was patient, kind and ver…Read full reviewClose full review
My husband and I were nervous to go to the first training since our puppy is such a stinker. He is 80 lbs and has a ton of energy, very hard to control. We did a private lesson to avoid any conflicts. Of course he didn't stop moving the entire time. Lisa was patient, kind and very observant. By the end of the session she had a plan of action for us. He slept the whole way home and most of the night. In a matter of days his behavior has really turned around. I told Lisa she is a miracle worker! So grateful we went. She put us at ease and really gave us the insight we needed to turn things around.
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Cami Adams
5/5Lisa is an amazing trainer and I highly recommend Northern Tails Dog Training.
We went through puppy kindergarten and intermediate classes with my Shiloh Shepherd.
The classes are well structured, informative, and include appropriate homework so that you can make daily progress.
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Lisa is an amazing trainer and I highly recommend Northern Tails Dog Training.
We went through puppy kindergarten and intermediate classes with my Shiloh Shepherd.
The classes are well structured, informative, and include appropriate homework so that you can make daily progress.
I came from a history where my previous German Shepherd was trained by another trainer with prong collars and e collars. I thought training had to be done that way to be successful.
I have had better results with Lisa's method of training and a stronger bond with my dog.
Often times with e-collars and prong collars, dogs might only be receptive or obedient when the training collar is on.
With Lisa's method, you get a solid dog in all situations with our without a collar.
Her classes are wonderful and she truly has a heart for dogs.
You wont be disappointed.
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Victoria McCracken
5/5
Lisa is very knowledgeable in her trade and I would recommend her to anyone who needs help with their dog.
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Seana March
5/5
Lisa is wonderful with dogs and extremely knowledgeable. I continue to recommend her to family, friends, and those I meet needing help with their dogs.
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Jacob Knight
5/5
Lisa is great. Helpful with puppy training
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