Shared Journeys Dog Training

Training is structured into four personalized paths: “Puppy First Steps” (8 weeks–5 months), “Teenage Mis-steps” (6–12 months), “Adult Next Steps” (12+ months), and “Out of Step, Behavior Challenges” (any age). Each path includes in-home sessions focused on specific goals such as basic commands, impulse control, leash manners, reactivity modification, and emotional development. Programs are ongoing and tailored to the dog’s age, breed, and behavioral needs, with progress tracked through consistent, client-focused instruction.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed publicly; clients are encouraged to schedule a free 30-minute consultation to discuss customized packages and rates based on individual needs and program path selected.

Shared Journeys Dog Training offers in-home private dog training services tailored to the unique needs of dog owners and their pets. Led by certified trainer Mary Pedersen, the business focuses on personalized training that combines obedience, confidence building, and emotional development to help dogs become calm, well-mannered family members. Training is conducted in the client’s home at their convenience, eliminating transportation barriers and allowing dogs to learn in their natural environment. Services are available for puppies, adolescents, adults, and senior dogs, with specialized programs for basic obedience, leash walking, reactivity, separation anxiety, biting, potty training, and integration with other pets. Mary is a member of IACP and APDT, an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, and has completed advanced training workshops with renowned professionals like Pat Miller. She provides a free 30-minute in-home consultation to assess goals and create a customized training plan.

Mary brings over ten years of hands-on experience working with dogs of all breeds and temperaments, including rescue dogs with behavioral challenges. Her background includes volunteering with rescues, managing daycare for behaviorally challenged dogs, and instructing classes in obedience, puppy socialization, and behavior modification. She emphasizes relationship-based training that avoids overwhelming the dog, using positive reinforcement and perception modification techniques to build trust and long-term success.

The business is licensed and bonded, and training is available seven days a week to accommodate busy schedules. Clients receive clear, practical tools they can use daily, with follow-up support to ensure progress.

Additional services include AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluations and behavior modification for dogs with anxiety, fear, or aggression.

Mary’s approach is praised by clients for its compassion, effectiveness, and ability to transform both dog and owner confidence.

Accomplishments

Mary Pedersen is a certified dog trainer through IACP, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and a member of APDT and IACP. She completed a 6-day academy with Pat Miller, a 5-day e-collar workshop with Monks of New Skete, and multiple workshops on reactivity, loose leash walking, and behavior modification. She has over 2 years of internship experience at Tecla’s K9 Academy, assisting in hundreds of behavior modification sessions and managing daycare for challenging dogs.

How to Get Started!

Begin by emailing sharedjourneysdogtraining@gmail.com to schedule a free 30-minute in-home consultation. During the consultation, Mary assesses the dog’s behavior, discusses the owner’s goals, and recommends a customized training path. Clients can then choose a program and begin sessions at their convenience.