ZenDogology by Delinda VanneBrightyn

ZenDogology offers both online and in-person training options. Online group courses include “Obedience Nirvana” (an 8-week beginning obedience course), “The Zen of Dog: Training Methods Demystified,” “Cosmic Canine Communications,” and “Puppy Prodigy!” In-person group courses cover Puppy Classes (Puppy Choice, Care & Development; Shaping Puppy Behavior & Play; Early Obedience Development; Puppy Camp!), Obedience (Obedience Nirvana Levels 1, 2, 3; Canine Good Citizen Prep), Behavior Modification (Behavior Modification Workshop; The Reactivity Re-Address; Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinic; Developing Dog Play), K9 Sports (Agility Levels 1, 2, 3; Gorilla Agility; Treibball Levels 1, 2; Lure Coursing; Dock Diving), and K9 Mind Games (K9 Enrichment; K9 Directed Movement Levels 1, 2; Scent Detection/Nose-Work Levels 1, 2; Dancing with Dogs/Freestyle Heelwork to Music Level 1). Delinda also conducts Search & Rescue workshops.

Pricing Summary

Online private consultations are $100 per hour, with a minimum charge of one hour and additional time prorated in 30-minute increments. In-person private consultations are $90 per hour, with a minimum charge of one hour and additional time prorated in 15-minute increments. Travel to and from the location is free for a radius of 15 miles from the center of Taos Plaza, with a travel fee of $0.25/mile past this radius.

ZenDogology, led by Master Trainer Delinda VanneBrightyn, offers a unique and holistic approach to dog training, combining behavioral science with intuitive experience. The business aims to improve the lives of dogs and their owners by fostering a deeper connection and mutual understanding.

Delinda has 25 years of experience training thousands of pets and shelter dogs, alongside 23 years specializing in search and rescue dogs and 10 years in medical service dogs. She develops resilient, flexible methods tailored to individual dog and owner needs, teaching practical skills and elevating the human-canine bond.

ZenDogology helps address issues such as unwanted barking, chasing, jumping, aggression, fear, separation anxiety, and unsocial behaviors. Delinda also offers workshops and courses in K9 sports, mind games, and scent detection.

Additionally, ZenDogology features a shop with Delinda’s recommended dog products, including leads, food/water essentials, crates, beds, toys, K9 enrichment tools, and training/safety aids. Delinda also creates exclusive designs under “ZENDOGZ DESIGNZ” and works as an artist/sculptor, manufacturing jewelry and gift items.

Accomplishments

Delinda VanneBrightyn has 25 years of experience training pets and shelter dogs, 23 years specializing in search and rescue dogs, and 10 years training medical service dogs. She is a Master Trainer and a member of Taos Search and Rescue (TSAR) since 2002, serving as K-9 Unit Leader since 2003 and President of the team since 2013. Delinda was instrumental in resurrecting and leading Stray Hearts Animal Shelter, achieving a 97.3% live release rate. She also formed DOG ON IT!, a 501c3 organization for working dog training. Delinda is recognized for her expertise in navigation and K9 search, teaching at State SAR Conferences and leading trainings for the US National Guard. She serves on the CalTopo Implementation Committee.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can explore training options online or in-person. For online private training, a 15-minute discovery call with Delinda can be scheduled to ask questions or clarify concerns before booking. For in-person workshops, an inquiry form is available to contact the team, get questions answered, or schedule a private discovery session. Registration for specific courses is available via links on the website.