Certified | Modern Science | Humane
Dog Training & Behavior Consulting
Dogma Canine Training is a dog training and behavior consulting company located in Steamboat Springs, CO. Dogma has the only certified trainer in Steamboat Springs/Routt County who is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and Fear Free Pets.
Dogma offers private sessions, group classes, workshops, virtual sessions, free adventures and more! Dogma reaches Steamboat Springs, CO and surrounding areas in person and online worldwide.
Dogma is equipped to work with, but not limited to: R+ behavior modification, reactivity, aggression, confidence building for fearful dogs, puppy socialization, general-advanced obedience, cooperative care and more. We work with dogs of all ages and breeds who come from all different backgrounds.
Why Positive Reinforcement & Fear Free?
Simple, because learning with minimal stress and successful repetitions is more enjoyable, productive and has longer lasting results than punishment or intimidation techniques. Dogs are opportunistic animals and will do what is most reinforcing for them in the moment, which is why they need you to be their guardian/teacher to help them better navigate the world. By using R+/FF training methods, you and your dog will build a stronger and more communicative relationship. R+/FF techniques take time, patience, good handling skills and problem solving abilities to be successful.
Have you tried these methods before without much success? Dogma is happy to help you problem solve!
About Us & Our Approach
At Dogma, we use humane, modern, positive reinforcement (R+), and fear free training methods geared toward each individual dog, family and lifestyle. We hope that by working with Dogma, you and your dog(s) will have a better understanding of each other and be able to communicate more efficiently and effectively.
Our philosophy of dog training and behavior starts with a holistic view of the dog and client. We have a vision of creating a cohesive community of dog lovers who are better educated about dog body language and can recognize their dogs as individuals. Our mission is to provide assistance to all clients while applying a humane approach and cultivating better communication and relationships between people and their four legged family members.
We abide by LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) protocol: a code of ethics that all certified professional dog trainers abide by. For more information on LIMA, click here.
Dogma will NOT use physical corrections, electric shock collars, prong collars, choke collars, out dated training methods or other aversive training tools/methods when working with your dog(s). If you are currently using these training methods and are open to learning a different approach, Dogma is happy to work with you!
