Zen Canine

Training is delivered through personalized, in-home or community-based sessions tailored to the dog’s needs and the family’s lifestyle. Programs include puppy basics, adolescent behavior management, rescue dog fundamentals, vet/grooming prep, family interaction training, and tracking sports. Sessions are designed to be ongoing, with options for virtual support. A Training Institute offers self-paced online courses for additional learning.

Pricing Summary

Initial in-person coaching session: $150. Ongoing in-person coaching sessions (60 mins): $100. One-on-one training: $60–$90. Virtual coaching (30 mins): $50. Training is structured as individual sessions with no advertised packages.

Zen Canine is a dog training business founded by Tiffany and Ryan Anderson, offering personalized, science-based, positive reinforcement training for dogs of all ages and backgrounds. They specialize in helping families create calm, harmonious homes through tailored coaching sessions that address puppy manners, adolescent behavior, rescue dog acclimation, vet/grooming preparation, child-dog interactions, and tracking sports. Their approach emphasizes family involvement, consistency, and low-stress environments, with services offered in-home, in the community, or virtually. They also provide a Training Institute with online courses for self-paced learning. Their unique focus on “Zen” principles—calmness, structure, and patience—supports dogs with anxiety, impulsivity, or trauma, making them ideal for rescue pups and high-energy breeds.

They offer in-person coaching sessions, one-on-one training, and virtual coaching, all designed to adapt to each household’s needs. Their trainers partner with local vets and groomers to ensure seamless, positive experiences during medical and grooming visits. Zen Canine also promotes mental stimulation through nosework and tracking, which benefits dogs of all energy levels and life stages.

The business serves Altoona, Iowa, and surrounding communities, with a strong emphasis on education and long-term behavior change for both dogs and their owners.

Accomplishments

Over 15 years of experience as a pet owner, pet dog trainer, and service dog trainer. Serving the Des Moines area for over 10 years with a focus on positive reinforcement and family-centered training.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation to discuss training goals, observe the dog in its home environment, and develop a customized plan. Clients can schedule this initial session online via the booking link.