Sea Change Canine

“Nose Work ®I come across a ferry and a drive to Sequim, so my classes at Sea Change are an all-day affair. But it has been SO worth the effort. The classes have been well-crafted to teach and train specific skills for both handler and dog, not just putting out hides for us to find. Both of my dogs have developed so much more drive, speed, and accuracy, and my handling skills have really improved. Sarah has given me the confidence to jump into NACSW with great success. I’ve learned loads about how to read my dog, how odor travels and pools, and how to increase motivation and joy for us as a team.”
– Amanda

“When we first met at our initial 90 minute getting to-know-each-other meeting, I was a little skeptical because she was adamant that Kai would respond to treats and that there would be no need for a choke collar. Within the first appointment, not only was Kia wearing a harness instead of a choke chain, but I was getting to understand how to respond to his behaviors and learning little “tricks” to encourage his success. It took some time, but I cannot express what a welcomed change occurred. Kai is no longer completely stressed. He can relax. He can play. He can listen. And most importantly, he can be successful. I believe the medication and the training were needed to make this happen. My husband and I (and Kai) are so thankful for what Sarah has done for us. We highly recommend Sarah to work with any dog and will be using her again if/when another dog joins our family.”
– Kat, Tim, and Kai

“Rather than passing judgement by email or over the phone, Sarah had us fill out a detailed questionnaire and then bring Peggy in for a consultation. Her rock-solid knowledge and calm, steadying energy had an immediate effect on both me and my husband. We felt a deep sense of relief. Sarah’s classes are an excellent balance of structure and relaxation. She seems to understand exactly what her furry students need each day, and is flexible in her approach to training. Whether we’re working on basic obedience or watching our puppies engage in well-mannered play, we do it all with a focus on teaching our companions how to stay relaxed around a variety of stimuli—an invaluable lesson for all puppies and their owners! To say that Peggy’s blossomed in the past few months would be an understatement. She’s a happy, bouncy girl, with an enormous capacity to learn. And Sarah’s been there every step of the way: encouraging us when we need it; providing detailed, confidence-buildinghands-on instruction and homework; and generally setting an excellent example of what’s possible when you understand how to meet your dog’s needs.”
– Robin May Fleming