Bolder Dog
Helping dogs and their humans with compassionate cross-species connection
Dog Training in Boulder, Louisville, Lafayette, and Erie, Colorado
Hi there! I’m Libby, and I know first hand how hard it can be to have a high energy, distractible, and impulsive dog. See that sweet little heeler? That’s my girl Daisy, and she is a handful. Two whole handfuls, actually. While her bold spirit is a part of her that I never want to correct, together we have learned better ways for her to navigate our human world.
Private Dog Training
I offer private, one-on-one dog training for dog owners in Boulder, Colorado, and the surrounding areas. My positive-reinforcement approach is friendly, welcoming, and affirming for all species and life stages — canine, human, and the occasional feline.
I view behavior from the lens of Family Dog Mediation. Family Dog Mediation goes beyond traditional dog training. Mediators look at your dog's LEGS (their learning history, environment, genetics, and self) to understand the big picture of why they're behaving as they are. Solutions for typical behavior problems rely less on formal training (though I do use tons of positive reinforcement!) and more on meeting the needs of your individual dog by adjusting their environment, working with their unique self, and understanding and respecting their genetics.
Day Training
Need to train your dog, but find it hard to fit everything in around your busy lifestyle? I can help.
My day training program starts with a conversation to learn about you, your dog, and both of your needs. After that, we meet for a one-on-one training session where I refine a training plan and show you the basics. Then, we schedule training sessions where I work individually with your dog to teach the desired behaviors, often replacing bad habits like leash pulling and barking. Every step of the way, I offer detailed updates and an easy-to-follow training plan with homework so you and your dog can practice the behaviors together. This is a gentle and affordable alternative to costly board and train programs.
Finding a dog trainer you trust with your bold, fearful, or reactive dog can be a challenge. I’m here to help.
