For people tired of apologizing for their dog

The behavior is fixable and you don’t have to do this alone.

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Bartle Family. After Bruiser bit two people, his family felt scared and unsure what to do. Now, they confidently host friends and brought their baby home feeling safe and at ease.

A happy gray and white dog sitting on a dog bed outdoors on a city sidewalk, with two people sitting at a table behind it, and yellow umbrellas and a brick building in the background.

Bob, Margaret, and Archie went from arm-yanking walks to relaxing confidently together in public.

Where Clarity Meets Confidence and Every Dog Transforms.

Badass Dog Training is a high-level behavior training experience for people who feel stressed, embarrassed, or overwhelmed by their dog’s behavior, and for those who simply want to bring out the very best in the dog they love. We specialize in reactivity and aggression, while also helping puppies and family dogs who need clearer guidance. Our focus is teaching you how to lead with confidence and clarity.

If walks feel tense or having guests over makes you uneasy, it’s not because you’ve failed. You just haven’t been shown the right path yet. Through our Leadership Reset Method™, we replace guesswork with clear, practical direction using in-home training, board and train programs, and online coaching.

The result is calm walks, relaxed visits with friends, a dog you’re proud of, and a life together that truly feels enjoyable.

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A smiling man and woman standing on rocks by a river with two dogs, surrounded by trees and cliffs.

Serena and Matt came to us to take August anywhere. Now she flies with him to Florida. Serena trained their second dog, Athena, on her own and checked in occasionally for guidence.

How it Works

  • Everything we do is custom. The more we know, the faster we can change your life.

    Pulling on leash? Barking at guests? Puppy chaos? Or maybe your dog’s reactive and you’re done walking on eggshells. We get it and we can help.

    Fill out our quick form, tell us what’s going on, and book a free call to talk through your challenges, goals, and what’s possible for you and your dog.

  • We don’t guess, we assess. Seeing the behaviors first hand shows us exactly what needs to change.

    We’ll meet you where the problems happen, at home, or out in the real world. Watching your dog in action helps us find the root cause of the behavior and map out the best place to start.

    Example: Your dog loses it when people come over? We’ll teach you how to calmly send your dog to their kennel when the doorbell rings. So you stay in control.

    No pressure. No obligation. Just clarity and a plan.

  • No cookie-cutter training, only what works for your dog and your life.

    All of our training plans are custom. Once we’ve seen the behaviors, we’ll build your custom game plan, together. Once in your program, you’ll learn what to do, when to do it, and why it works — step by step.

  • Confidence. Control. Calm. That’s what transformation feels like.

    We’ll guide you through the process so you can finally enjoy life with your dog, peaceful walks, relaxed guests, calm energy at home.

    By the end, you won’t just have a better dog. You’ll have a bond built on trust and respect. Get ready for the compliments, you’re about to turns heads.

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Our Services

Your Leadership Reset starts here. See a positive change within the first training session.

A young boy with a fox-themed sweater standing next to a man with a black and tan dog wearing a pink bandana inside a cafe. The boy has short, light brown hair, beige pants, and sneakers. The man is wearing glasses, a navy and gray sweatshirt, gray pants, and blue sneakers. They are near a counter with a pumpkin, cups, and a cash register, with warm lighting and brick walls.

Ben and his sons, Alex and Nate, teaching Lola to relax in their coffee shop.

Calm Under Pressure Program

For owners who feel anxious, embarrassed, or unsure how small issues turned into daily stress. This program helps you regain calm control in the places that matter most, your real life.

What’s Included

  • Training in your home and neighborhood (not a classroom)

  • Support for leash pulling, barking, jumping, puppy nipping, counter surfing, ignoring recall, door chaos, and mild to moderate reactivity

  • Clear step-by-step coaching so you know exactly what to do in the moment

  • A personalized plan built around your lifestyle

  • Hands-on guidance to help you respond calmly instead of reacting emotionally

You Might Feel Like…

  • Walks feel stressful instead of enjoyable

  • You’re always scanning for triggers

  • You apologize for your dog more than you’d like when guests come over

  • You know your dog is good, but no one else sees it

After This Program

  • Walks feel steady and predictable

  • Guests come over without chaos

  • You feel composed instead of embarrassed

  • You respond with clarity instead of panic

Best Fit

For owners who want practical tools, professional direction, and the confidence to handle any behavior with clarity.

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Jacob, the owner’s personal dog, pictured in Utah.

No-Guesswork Transformation

For owners who feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or afraid something bigger could happen if nothing changes. This is professional intervention with structure, clarity, and support.

What’s Included

  • Immersive, structured training in a professional environment

  • Interruption of unsafe patterns like aggression, severe reactivity, guarding, or explosive behavior

  • Calm behavior foundations rebuilt from the ground up

  • Ongoing communication and progress updates

  • A clear transfer plan so you step back in with confidence

You Might Feel Like…

  • You’re constantly managing instead of living

  • You don’t trust what might happen in public

  • You’re mentally drained from second-guessing

  • You’re worried about safety, yours or someone else’s

After This Program

  • You return to a dog with structure and clarity

  • You feel relief instead of fear

  • You have a clear plan instead of confusion

  • You finally believe change is possible

Best Fit

For owners facing serious behavior challenges who need professional support to reset patterns safely and effectively.

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Sara enjoying her first solo brewery outing with her human-reactive dog and friends.

The Leadership Lab

For motivated owners who want expert guidance for common challenges, without needing in-person training.

What’s Included

  • One-on-one live video coaching

  • Support for leash pulling, barking, mild reactivity, puppy training, welcoming a rescue, and everyday structure

  • Simple, practical strategies you can apply immediately

  • Clear homework and accountability between sessions

  • Ongoing professional guidance from anywhere

You Might Feel Like…

  • Your dog isn’t “bad,” just frustrating

  • You’ve tried YouTube and it didn’t stick

  • You want structure but don’t need an intensive reset

  • You just want someone to show you what actually works

After This Program

  • You feel clear about what to do

  • Your dog responds more consistently

  • Daily frustrations shrink

  • You feel proud, capable, and steady

Best Fit

Motivated owners who aren’t local to Badass but still want clear guidance and the confidence to handle daily behavior with ease.

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Why choose badass?

A happy golden retriever dog sitting on a rock with a scenic view of mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.

We teach you to lead with confidence

Three happy dogs sitting on a grassy yard with outdoor furniture and trees in the background.

We Teach you how to Fix the Why, Not Just the What

A curly-haired dog laying on the sand on a beach with seaweed, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.

We are here for you every step of the way

Client Stories — From Overwhelmed to In Control.

  • A woman and a man kneeling outdoors in a neighborhood with houses and trees, holding a certificate of completion while smiling. The woman is holding a happy brown and white dog.

    “I was at the end of my rope with Dolci’s barking and pulling — walks were miserable. Gabby built a plan that worked for our family. Now Dolci greets guests calmly, walks peacefully, and we can even take her on vacation. Total game-changer.”

    Susan Pietro R.N.

  • A diverse group of six people and a dog posing outdoors in front of a large tree.

    “Our rescue dog, Bean, was reactive and even attacked me. Gabby stepped in when we were ready to give up. Nine months later, Bean is calm, happy, and thriving. Thanks to Gabby, he truly has his forever home.”

    Joy Schraft

  • “Training with Badass gave us the tools to live confidently with our reactive, bite-risk dog. We saw real changes at every milestone, just like Gabby said we would. ‘Trust the process’ became our motto — our dog’s transformation has been incredible.”

    Dr. Cheryl Kondrak

  • A family of four sitting on a wooden bench in front of a brick wall. The woman is holding a young girl on her lap, and a man is sitting next to them. A baby is in a car seat on the table behind them. A large white canvas painting of a fox with blue eyes hangs on the wall behind them.

    Gabby helped us find the perfect dog and, in just weeks, turned our squirrelly rescue into a happy family member. She trained us as much as the dog, and her patience made all the difference. Highly recommend!

    Sam and Ben Trojan. Owners of Overwinter

Book A Call

Every transformation starts with a simple conversation. We take the time to understand your story, your struggles, and your goals. Then build a clear plan that fits your life and your dog.

  • Share What’s Going On
    Tell us about life at home, the stress, the struggles, and what you want to change. From puppy messes, to reactivity and barking, leash pulling, or building better structure. We want the full picture.

  • Schedule Your Free 30-Minute Call
    We’ll connect by phone to talk through your situation and decide together which program is the best fit for you and your family.

No pressure. No commitment. Just clarity, direction, and results.

Four dogs in a wooded area, two sitting on a large rock and two on the ground, all smiling with open mouths.
A happy black and white dog with pointy ears and a colorful bandana sitting on green grass in a park with trees and buildings in the background.
Group of nine people and six dogs on a fall hike in a wooded area with fallen leaves.
Two dogs lying in separate beds on a patio, with a potted plant and outdoor furniture nearby.
Three dogs sitting outdoors in a wooded area with trees and a dirt ground.
Group of four runners celebrating after finishing a race, with medals around their necks, one holding a medal in hand, and a golden retriever dog with them. They are outdoors under a bridge, with other runners and spectators in the background.
A person holding a to-go coffee cup with a straw in front of a golden retriever dog licking the cup outdoors in a wooded area with trees and greenery.
A happy dog sitting on a rocky patch in a wooded area with trees and a small creek running through and sunlight filtering through the branches.
A young boy in a blue shirt and sunglasses sitting in a blue toy car on a paved sidewalk, being walked by a dog with a pink leash. The dog has a brown and white coat and is positioned to the left of the boy. The photo is taken from above.
A woman walking barefoot on a sandy beach with her dog, near water, with cloudy sky and large buildings in the background.
A happy dog with its tongue out sitting on a park bench next to a bronze statue of a person playing an acoustic guitar.
A young boy with blond hair and blue eyes sitting on a cot next to a happy black and white dog, with a gray GMC vehicle in the background in a parking lot.