About Happy Hound K9 Training

What they offer

Happy Hound K9 Training is run by Trell, a Williston dog trainer who specializes in personalized programs for behavioral challenges and works one-on-one so dogs feel safe and understood. Options include private one-on-one training, a board and train program that takes one dog at a time, play and train, leash workshops and group classes, covering everything from basic obedience to reactivity.

Behavior cases

The trainer takes on aggression cases and works with dogs that have been labeled too much or too risky. The training is described as grounded in safety, empathy and clear communication, and it addresses reactivity, resource guarding and fear-based aggression. A calm helper dog serves as a co-trainer for dogs that need a steady role model around play and confidence.

How it works

Every client starts with a required assessment, ideally in the home, that usually takes one to two hours. Afterward the trainer recommends one or more customized plans, and pricing depends on the behavior and how much of the work the owner does. The trainer also partners with a local animal rescue to make training more accessible.