A Customized Dog Trainer Who Knows Her Stuff

We are deeply grateful to Rocket and Rover for much-needed expertise in the training of our new Japanese Chin puppies. We rescued the three-month cuties through Kitsap Humane and would have struggled greatly without Chelsea Walsh’s insightful guidance.

We’ve had many small dogs over the decades, so we are true dog people. But we’ve never met a super-smart trainer like this – one who would tailor their advice to the dynamics involved. Chelsea analyzed our situation, two established adult dogs and the two new puppies, and she provided expertise right on the spot at our home.

In the past, we’ve been unimpressed by trainers who force you to follow their pre-set “cookie cutter” training approach, making you feel dumb if you don’t follow their exact procedures. All animals are different and all humans are different. If you want a trainer who understands that and is easy to work with, call Chelsea.

"Chelsea was so helpful and it was just our first session. She listed to what I felt was needed and offered training ideas and also added what she would add to the training plan. She is practical with her training approach and has a very calm demeanor.

Chelsea worked with my newly adopted 5 yr old dog. She is outstanding and I am a veterinarian and don’t say that about trainers very often. Her demeanor is one of calm and confidence. She works to shape a dog’s behavior with positive reinforcement. She takes time to listen to what you need and any problems and works to help solve the issues and have a happy dog. She has simple suggestions sometimes that work like a charm. I could go on and on with praise for her training approach. You won’t be disappointed. Chelsea is excellent. Highly recommend."

“Chelsea has been a huge help with my dogs leash reactivity. He loves every dog he sees and used to pull me everywhere, she helped model and coach me through it. She has also helped with impulse control and cues to work on in the house. She gives me notes and paper hand outs to follow up on which keeps me accountable. I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking help with their dog’s behaviors.”

“Chelsea has been an incredible resource and trainer for me and my dog Bodhi. Bodhi is a rescue pit/lab with high aggression and reactivity (he was abused). Chelsea has been able to identify behaviors/triggers and give me training protocols and resources to work through these problems. Chelsea is attentive to my concerns and organized. Bodhi still has a long way to go but it’s incredible to see the progress we have made so far. So grateful for her help. If you are looking for a dog trainer that can help educate you while training your dog, Chelsea is that person.”

"I am the alpha. And always will be. You see randomly me in town, know you are looking at a Sigma Sigma Alpha. And that is how I trained all my dogs. 30 plus years. Until Nico. A 1 year old GSD who just wanted to read comic books. He was different. Empathetic, caring, sensitive. He was not thriving. I was not thriving. Until Chelsea came into our lives. She taught me another way. A better more sustainable way. Nico just watched Chelsea working with me patiently, belly full of treats. He is so happy now. Me too."

"It was perfect. Just what Chessy and I needed." 

"This dog trainer is efficient with our class time and teaches both puppy and owner."