About Psyched Canine

A behavior practice aimed at difficult dogs

Psyched Canine is based out of Sauk Prairie in southern Wisconsin and states its scope in its first line: "Real, lasting behavior transformation for your out of control, aggressive, reactive, fearful, or otherwise difficult dog." The site trades as Psyched Canine, a DBA of Daredevil Working Dogs, LLC.

How it describes the problem

Most of the home page is written from the owner's side rather than the trainer's. "You love your dog deeply, but daily life with them has become stressful, exhausting, and leaves you feeling trapped and hopeless. Walks have turned into a chore. You're constantly scanning the horizon for other dogs, bikes, or people praying your dog won't react and pull your arm out of its socket. Your home doesn't feel peaceful. Having friends over, answering the door for your takeout, or enjoying said takeout in peace all feel impossible, if not flat out dangerous." It also names the isolation – "You feel isolated or judged. You've tried all of the training tips that well meaning friends have giving you or that you've read online" – before the reframe: "You don't actually have a bad dog… You just need the right guidance from someone who knows what you're up against."

What the training claims to do

The stated ambition is emotional rather than mechanical: "We don't just teach your dog sit, down, and stay in a sterile training room. We rebuild your dog's emotional state, habits, and relationship with you so you can live a full, uninhibited life together." The outcomes described are relaxed walks in the neighborhood and on trails, a dog who is "a welcome addition at family campouts, patio dinners, and outdoor adventures," "Peace of mind at home," and confidence for both ends of the leash.

Programs and intake

The site's own menu names two program pages, Board and Train and Lessons, and the process is a phone call first: "Because our training is customized to fit your specific needs and lifestyle, we'll start with a phone call to gather some basic info and get an in-person evaluation booked. At the end of the evaluation, we'll recommend the program that we think will give you the best path forward." Ask about program length and price on that first call.

Also on the site

Psyched Canine links a raw-food and equipment retailer, Raw Rations, as a recommended supplier for "training equipment that we recommend, high value treats in both taste and nutrition, or interested in looking into a different diet for your dog." Contact is by phone or at psychedcanine@gmail.com.