Don’s Pals LLC

Every new dog begins with a one-on-one evaluation to assess strengths, weaknesses, and behavioral triggers. Dogs then enter structured daycare or private sessions where they work on impulse control, recall, desensitization, and socialization through daily activities like hiking, group play, and sound therapy. Training is reinforced through consistent routines and real-world exposure. Owners receive daily video updates and personalized guidance to continue progress at home. Programs are ongoing and tailored to each dog’s pace, with options for intensive rehabilitation or long-term boarding.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact Don directly to discuss rates for daycare, one-on-one sessions, and boarding based on individual dog needs and service frequency.

Policies

Don is described as reliable and flexible, accommodating schedule changes and last-minute requests whenever possible. Clients report that he works with them to ensure their dogs are cared for even when plans change unexpectedly. Specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are not detailed on the website.

Don’s Pals LLC is a dog training and daycare business founded by Don, a passionate dog trainer with years of experience rehabilitating dogs with behavioral issues such as fearfulness, lack of confidence, and mild aggression. Don specializes in building trust-based relationships with dogs by meeting them where they are emotionally and behaviorally, using patience, observation, and individualized approaches. His services include structured daycare, one-on-one training sessions, and boarding, all designed to help dogs develop impulse control, recall, socialization skills, and calm behavior in diverse environments. Dogs participate in off-leash adventures, group play, hiking, paddle boarding, and mental stimulation activities. Don prioritizes the dog’s needs over the owner’s wants, creating a safe, nurturing space where dogs thrive. He provides daily photo and video updates, maintains open communication with owners, and helps families continue training at home. His approach is tailored to each dog’s personality, making him especially effective with rescue dogs, reactive dogs, and those with trauma histories.

Don’s daycare facility is not a typical kennel—it’s a dynamic, enriching environment where dogs learn through structured play and real-world exposure. He works with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages, including those with health issues or aggression histories. Many clients report dramatic improvements in their dogs’ behavior and confidence after working with Don, often after failed attempts with other trainers. His services are trusted for both daily care and long-term behavioral transformation.

In addition to training, Don offers pet-sitting and boarding with a focus on emotional well-being, ensuring dogs feel like part of a pack rather than confined in isolation.

Accomplishments

Don has successfully rehabilitated dozens of dogs with severe behavioral issues, including aggression, fearfulness, and trauma-related behaviors. He has helped dogs with bite histories, separation anxiety, and reactivity become confident, social, and safe companions. Many clients credit him with saving their relationships with their dogs after years of failed training attempts. His ability to connect with dogs and build trust is consistently highlighted in testimonials.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact Don through the “Join The Pack” page to provide their contact information, a brief description of their dog, and the behavioral issues they’re experiencing. Don then schedules an initial one-on-one meeting to evaluate the dog before enrollment in daycare or training.