Training that treats your dog like an individual.

Most training fails because it lacks a concrete, customized plan to follow.

The Dog Vibes is built on one idea: lasting change comes from understanding your dog's history and triggers, then building a plan that meets your dog where they're at.

I use classical and operant conditioning with a focus on positive reinforcement. Force-free, science-backed, proven. It comes down to clear communication and a foundation built on trust.

Sound familiar?

  • Your dog lunges at every dog on the block. You dread every walk.
  • The puppy is adorable. The chaos is not.
  • You've watched the YouTube videos. Nothing is sticking.
  • You just want a dog you can take anywhere without holding your breath.

The Dog Vibes is made for you.

From overwhelmed to relieved. Here's the path.

Step 1

Tell me about your dog

Fill out a short form: your dog's background, what's going on, and what success looks like for you.

Step 2

We talk on a free call

30 minutes, camera optional. I ask questions, you ask yours, and we see if it's a fit.

Step 3

You get a detailed plan

A written training plan built for your dog's behavior, how they learn, and your daily life. Not a template.

Step 4

We train together

Hands-on sessions with you and your dog at your home around Portland, plus check-ins, adjustments, and prompt replies from me between sessions.

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Why owners choose The Dog Vibes.

Over a decade of experience. Dozens of dogs.

For over a decade I ran my own dog care and training work in New York City. I worked with a range of breeds and temperaments, and a spectrum of behavioral challenges. That hands-on experience, alongside the books and research I've studied, shapes everything I do.

I look at the whole dog.

Environment, routine, and history all play a role in success. I design plans around your dog's full picture, not just the symptom you're trying to fix.

Not in Portland?

I offer remote consultations by video.

What clients say.

"Working with Kevin has been nothing short of transformative for both me and my dog, Pilot. Pilot has always been a bit particular, making it challenging to find a trainer who truly understood him. But from the moment they met, Pilot was absolutely taken with Kevin. We've seen remarkable improvements in his behavior, and our bond has never been stronger."
— Mardy & Pilot
"Kevin helped walk, train, and raise our Lola from 6 weeks old to 6 years old. He's like family. Highly recommend."
— Shawn, Ellie & Layla
"He worked with us to solve the constant barking, improved his confidence, and gave us invaluable advice."
— Claudia & Cole
"Lumi was such a chaos diva as a puppy. Kevin showed me the way — now she's a well behaved princess."
— Rachel & Lumi
See if The Dog Vibes is the right fit for you

The first step is just a conversation.

Tell me about your dog. I'll tell you what I think is going on and how I can help. It's an honest conversation with someone who genuinely loves dogs.

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Free 30-minute call · Camera optional · No commitment required · Portland, OR