About Take the Lead Dog Training

Calm, reliable behavior in Portland

Take the Lead Dog Training is a Portland in-home training business run by owner and trainer Rob Russell, for dogs that pull on leash, bark or lunge at dogs or people, or tune out when outside. Rob is a Certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and is fully insured for in-home training, and his focus is clear structure, calm behavior and training that works in the real world.

Programs

Every client starts with a consult, followed by a practical plan. Calm Dog Foundation is for pulling, overexcitement and inconsistent listening, and also suits puppies. Reactivity Reset helps dogs stay calm and neutral around dogs and people, building toward public reliability or CGC-level behavior. Real-World Reliability is for dogs that know the basics and need to follow through around distractions. Virtual coaching is available too.

What owners say

One Beaverton owner wrote that Rob "saw what our dog needed within the first few minutes of meeting him," and a Hillsboro owner said her dog now walks better on a loose leash.

What to ask

Ask about program pricing and length.