Garrett Stevens’ Alpha and Omega Dog Training

Garrett Stevens’ Alpha and Omega Dog Training utilizes the “Garrett Stevens Method,” a calm, natural behavior modification approach. This method focuses on internal motivation and building a “rewarding relationship” based on calm leadership and understanding natural canine communication, rather than relying on external positive or punitive reinforcement. The core philosophy is that calmness naturally resolves behavioral issues, moving beyond traditional obedience training.

They offer various programs including custom private training sessions, unique Board and Train options, and a “Pup Perfect Program.” Their Stevens Family Kennels and Dog Language Center in Puyallup provides specialized Behavior Rehab and Board and Train programs designed for new puppies and dogs with severe behavioral challenges. They also offer a video course on leash heeling.

Garrett Stevens’ Alpha and Omega Dog Training is a family-owned company specializing in dog training and behavior modification. They offer a “CALM, natural behavior modification method” known as the Garrett Stevens Method, which aims to help with issues ranging from severe dog aggression, phobias, and separation anxiety to hyperactivity and puppy behavior shaping.

Their unique “relational approach” focuses on internal motivation rather than external positive or punitive reinforcement, emphasizing a “rewarding relationship” built on calm leadership and natural canine communication. They claim their methods lead to behavioral issues melting away naturally when a dog is calm, going “far beyond obedience and ‘training.'”

The business provides custom private training sessions, unique Board and Train options, and a “Pup Perfect Program.” They also operate Stevens Family Kennels and Dog Language Center, a 4000 sq ft facility on five private acres in Puyallup, offering custom Behavior Rehab and Board and Train programs for puppies and dogs with serious issues. Additionally, they sell custom products and nutritional supplements like NuVet Plus, and Garrett Stevens is the author of “DOG MYTHS” and “SO LONG SEPARATION ANXIETY!”, with a third book forthcoming.

Accomplishments

Garrett Stevens’ Alpha and Omega Dog Training is a “Winner of Best Pet Training in Tacoma and Winner of Best Small Business!” They claim “No other local trainer or behaviorist comes as highly recommended by as many dog professionals!” and have an “excellent reputation” for solving dog issues.

The business has been “approached on two different occasions about potential television shows” based on their custom training methods. Garrett Stevens is the author of two books on dog behavior: “DOG MYTHS: What you Believe about dogs can come back to BITE You!” and “SO LONG SEPARATION ANXIETY!”, with a third book currently in progress.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients are encouraged to call 253-653-4890 with any questions or to schedule an appointment. Calls and voicemails are handled quicker. For Board and Train services at Stevens Family Kennels, clients should call to reserve a spot, as these services book up quickly due to high demand.