Welcome. Benvenuto. Bienvenue. Woof.

When you travel to a foreign land, you buy a phrase book and learn a few key expressions: Where’s the bathroom? Does this bus go to Paris? Can I get fries with that? Thank you!

With just a few simple words, you can communicate with the locals—clearly, politely and effectively. Without the right words, you’re on a bus to who-knows-where. Smiling nervously, gesturing frantically…utterly clueless.

Your dog is on that bus: a furry, four-footed tourist, bumping down the road of life without a tour guide.

When you bring a dog into your life, you need to be equal parts parent, translator and coach. And I can show you how—quickly, easily and effectively, without bullying, isolation or harsh corrections.

Using my signature "loving touch™" technique, you will learn how to guide your dog naturally, using clear and reassuring instructional signals. Based on the gestures and behaviors of a mother dog towards her puppies, this method is gentle and non-confrontational.

Your dog is like a pre-verbal child—complex, slightly mysterious and anxious to be understood. I’ll help you demystify your dog’s puzzling behaviors, remedy common problems and create a bond that is built on trust, understanding and love.

My services include small group classes for puppies and dogs of all ages and abilities. Private lessons are also available, and I welcome phone and email sessions from around the world.

Group classes, private lessons, and phone or email sessions are available for everybody. Every dog. Every question. Contact me and we’ll get this dog show on the road!

When I'm not teaching dogs and people, I'm writing or talking about them. I've written nine dog training books including Puppies For Dummies, Miss Sarah's Etiquette Guide for Dogs and their People, and PuppyPerfect. I write a weekly dog column and blog regularly on dog-centric topics. In between, I squeeze in a variety of lectures and media appearances, too.