About Soul Dog Training

What they offer

Soul Dog Training is a dog trainer in Fort Collins, Colorado, working with owners across Northern Colorado. The trainer, Miranda, offers one-on-one private lessons "in your home or public park" for puppies and adult dogs, sold in packages of 6-12 lessons. Puppy programs start as early as 10 weeks and cover socialization, potty and crate training, manners and foundational obedience, with pre-adoption support that includes visits to breeders or shelters to meet puppies. Board and train programs run two, three or four weeks in the trainer's home, with longer stays for some cases, and include weekly lessons, follow-up lessons and e-collar work for off-leash recall.

How they train

The about page says Miranda began training dogs professionally in the fall of 2023 and specializes in "fearful and anxious rescue dogs, reactivity, and human/canine relationships." The site says she uses "whatever tool the dog and owner need," naming slip leads, prong collars, e-collars, treats and toys. For reactive dogs it describes giving them "freedom in safe settings" rather than relying on food rewards and management alone. Board and train is intended mainly for behavioral rehabilitation, and the site notes that some aggression cases may exceed its scope.

Good to know

Every program starts with a free in-person evaluation, and the FAQ says pricing is quoted after that evaluation. Ask which program length fits your dog when you call.