OUR MISSION
At Damn Good Dog Training, we're transforming the way dogs are trained—building trust, reliability, and real-world obedience through play, not bribery.
At Damn Good Dog Training, we go beyond just teaching sit, stay, and heel—we focus on bringing out the best in your dog. True training isn’t just about obedience; it’s about understanding your dog’s instincts, fulfilling their needs, and creating a relationship built on trust and engagement.
With our play-based training, we create dogs that are not only well-behaved but confident, engaged, and reliable in any situation. Whether you’re at home, in a busy park, or off-leash on a trail, your dog will listen – because they love to work with you—not because they expect a treat.
We don’t just train dogs. We create partnerships that last a lifetime
WHY CHOOSE US?
Our methods are rooted in Training Without Conflict, a revolutionary system developed by 2x IGP World Champion Ivan Balabanov. This approach goes beyond obedience drills, focusing on clear communication, motivation, and genuine engagement. When your dog wants to listen—because training is fun, rewarding, and fulfilling—obedience becomes effortless, not forced.
I’m very proud to say I am the ONLY Training Without Conflict certified trainer in the state of Oklahoma.
WE HELP OWNERS LIKE YOU...
REGAIN CONTROL
No more pulling, jumping or ignoring commands - get a dog that listens every time.
Train Through Play
Build trust and obedience using a method that’s fun for both you and your dog.
Enjoy More Freedom
Confidently take your dog anywhere, on or off leash, without stress or worry.
WE ARE NOT A CHAIN, OR FRANCHISE
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
By age 6 I was teaching Moe how to do tricks in the middle of my living room, no one showed me how & Youtube was not around back then, so it was just something that came naturally to me
From elementary school through high school I had become a dog expert & the go-to dog walker/pet sitter for my entire neighborhood.
TODAY
From Self-Taught to a Revolutionary Approach
Like many trainers, I started by learning on my own—soaking up everything I could about dog behavior and training. But the more I learned, the more I realized something was missing. Traditional training methods were either too rigid, focusing only on obedience and control, or too permissive, failing to give dogs the structure they actually needed. Neither approach felt right.
That’s when I found Training Without Conflict by 2x IGP World Champion Ivan Balabanov, and everything changed. Unlike conventional methods that prioritize compliance, TWC is built around the dog’s emotions, motivation, and overall well-being. It wasn’t just about getting dogs to obey—it was about helping them thrive.
I was drawn to this system because it made training fun—for both the dog and the owner. Instead of feeling like work, training became something dogs wanted to do, because it fulfilled their natural instincts and drives. By focusing on play, engagement, and clear communication, I saw firsthand how dogs became not just obedient, but truly confident, happy, and reliable partners in their owners’ lives.
Now, my goal is to share this approach with dog owners who, like me, want more than just commands and compliance. I want to help people build a real connection with their dogs—one that makes training effortless and life with their dog more fulfilling than they ever imagined.