Every day, we help Portland dogs and owners achieve their training & behavior goals so they can live happier lives together. We can’t wait to do the same for you and your dog.
Our certified, veterinarian-recommended trainers and behavior consultants work together to deliver kind, practical solutions for dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavior issues.
We offer Private Coaching, Puppy Camp, Day Training, & Daycare. We include lifetime free alumni support & community with all training programs.
Join the Instinct family. You’ll be amazed at what you and your dog can achieve!
“If you’re looking for the best, most compassionate trainers that offer personalized positive reinforcement training and support each step of the way THIS IS THE PLACE!…[They] truly changed our dog’s life and we cannot be more grateful.”
Individually tailored, one-on-one coaching sessions with our certified trainers and behavior consultants. Available in your home, virtually, or at our facility.
Our Day Training programs use a powerful combination of positive reinforcement and collaborative coaching sessions to create lasting behavior change together.
We help you enhance your dog’s behavioral health through specialized daycare that includes enrichment, problem-solving, companionship, and play.
Give us a call at 971-358-8787 or email us at [email protected]. Our friendly client services team would love to learn more about your dog & your goals.
Or, click the button to book a Kickoff Consultation or free Discovery Call with a trainer. Our flexible, positive Day Training, Private Coaching, Home School, and Puppy Board & Train programs are fully customized to your goals and your dog’s unique Nature. So you and your dog can live a happier life together.
Located in the picturesque St. Johns neighborhood, our canine behavioral health facility is like no other in Portland.
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Get to know our behavior professionals, leadership team, and veterinary behavior partners.
Meet Team
Meet our canine helpers, who provide invaluable help to our coaches and clients.
Meet Helper Dogs
