About Cassie

Dogs aren’t bad. But sometimes their behavior really sucks.

I work with dogs who struggle with things like reactivity, fear, aggression, and resource guarding. The people who love them are exhausted, embarrassed, or not sure what to try next.

Before starting Le Dog Behavior & Training, I worked in a shelter helping dogs with serious behavior challenges. These were the dogs people were afraid of, the ones that already had bite records, or the ones that needed a lot of work before they could even be considered for adoption. That experience shaped the way I train today.

A lot of dog training focuses on obedience. Sit and stay are useful, but they don’t solve the problems most people are actually dealing with. Behavior work is different. It’s about helping dogs learn how to handle the world without panicking, exploding, or guarding everything they care about.

My job is to help you understand your dog, figure out what’s actually driving the behavior, and build a realistic plan to change it.

My training approach is rooted in positive reinforcement and behavior science. I focus on teaching dogs what to do rather than punishing them for what they shouldn’t do. That said, training still requires clear boundaries, consistency, and fairness. I don’t typically rely on training tools, but if a client is interested in incorporating something like a prong or e-collar, I can help them understand how to use it safely and responsibly.

I hold a B.S. in Psychology and a certification from CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. I’m currently pursuing my Master’s in Applied Animal Behavior & Welfare and plan to sit for the Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) exam in September.