Compassionate training for dogs, and their guardians

Science-Based Methods That Stick

Train using force-free, positive reinforcement methods you and your dog can feel great about

Dog training doesn't have to be confusing. In fact, at Compassionate Canine, we have it down to a science. We teach dogs and their people using evidence-based, empathetic methods, not only teaching the how, but also the why. Let Darcy help you reach your goals, whether you are looking to tackle manners, build confidence in your reactive dog, or pursue advanced titles.

With over a decade of hands-on training and handling experience, Darcy Burrow has honed the art of understanding why dogs do the things they do, and how to help them thrive with their people. Beginning as a Junior Handler, Darcy has earned titles in Conformation, Coursing, Obedience, Barn Hunt, and companion titles. Now, as a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, their passion lies in helping reactive dogs build confidence, and helping disabled handlers gain freedom through task trained service dogs.

Our Services

Standard Lesson

$110/45 min

Courses designed to help your dog gain the skills required to fit in politely in your household, or wherever your adventures might take you!

Service Dog Training

$145/45min

Courses designed to help you and your dog become a cohesive service dog and handler team. From helping your new puppy from a breeder, or adolescent or young adult a rescue or shelter learn how to be a well adjusted dog, to the highly advanced manners needed for Public Access, and Task Training, and teaching you advocacy skills for yourself and your dog so you both can thrive in your dog’s working career.

Behavior Modification Lesson

$145/45 min

Courses designed to help your fearful, anxious, or aggressive dog develop the confidence needed to thrive in this big, beautiful world.

Aggressive Dog Training

$225/45 min

This course is for dogs who show aggressive behavior, and dogs with an established bite history, which is to say any dog who has intentionally put teeth on skin (toward people or animals) intentionally to assert a boundary with a goal of building management for improved safety, or transforming emotional associations to open doors for your dog’s lifestyle. Read more on the “Services” page”

Request an intake appointment before you can access other lesson types. Intake appointments are held over Zoom, where we will discuss “why you’re here”, your dog’s medical and training history, your lifestyle, your dog’s current routines, and a tentative training plan. This my only flat rate appointment type, because it’s important to me that we cover everything you need in order to leave this time feeling heard, and confident that you and your dog are taking the right step toward your training goals. I don’t want to risk missing crucial details because we’re worried about running out of time.

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Training Philosophy

As a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, it is my goal to not only help your dog overcome complex behavior hurdles, but also to help you understand where the behavior came from in the first place. From the point of understanding, communication and training flourish.

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