Our leadership team of certified behavior consultants, board-certified veterinary behaviorists, and business and technology specialists are working hard every single day to bring you and your dog a learning experience like no other.
Walk with the dreamers,
the believers, the courageous,
the cheerful, the planners, the doers,
the successful people
with their heads in the clouds
and their feet on the ground.
Let their spirit ignite a fire within you
to leave this world
better than when you found it.
–Wilferd Peterson
Ask a Behaviorist!
Got questions about your dog’s behavior? Drop them in the comments!
Our certified team answer every other week with science-based, compassionate guidance.
👇 Post your questions below & don’t forget to follow for more tips!
Ask a Behaviorist!
Got questions about your dog’s behavior? Drop them in the comments!
Our certified team answer every other week with science-based, compassionate guidance.
👇 Post your questions below & don’t forget to follow for more tips!
Guess who trotted in for orientation day and stole every single heart? It’s the one and only Baylor the pup—and yes, he passed with flying colors (and a few bonus tail wags)!
Ready for your pup’s moment to shine? We’ve lowered our Orientation Day price to just $125—a perfect first step toward better behavior and happier tails!
Call our office to book your pup’s big day!
#instinctdogtraining #OrientationDayStars #wagmorebarkless
Guess who trotted in for orientation day and stole every single heart? It’s the one and only Baylor the pup—and yes, he passed with flying colors (and a few bonus tail wags)!
Ready for your pup’s moment to shine? We’ve lowered our Orientation Day price to just $125—a perfect first step toward better behavior and happier tails!
Call our office to book your pup’s big day!
#instinctdogtraining #OrientationDayStars #wagmorebarkless
Darcy’s got a new side gig—helper dog extraordinaire!
During his Camp + Coaching program, he joined Kaysha for two client sessions and totally rocked it. His job? Chill on a mat or walk politely on leash to help other dogs practice their skills around calm canine “triggers.”
He lent a paw to little Obi and the ever-fabulous Elvis the poodle—and was an absolute STAR in both sessions.
Way to go, Darcy! You’re not just learning… you’re leading!
#instinctdogtraining #CampAndCoaching #gooddog
#dogsofportland
Darcy’s got a new side gig—helper dog extraordinaire!
During his Camp + Coaching program, he joined Kaysha for two client sessions and totally rocked it. His job? Chill on a mat or walk politely on leash to help other dogs practice their skills around calm canine “triggers.”
He lent a paw to little Obi and the ever-fabulous Elvis the poodle—and was an absolute STAR in both sessions.
Way to go, Darcy! You’re not just learning… you’re leading!
#instinctdogtraining #CampAndCoaching #gooddog
#dogsofportland
Just a bunch of happy pups living their best lives with us today—playtime, enrichment, training, and so many tail wags!
#instinctdogtraining #daycare #daytraining #portlanddogs
Just a bunch of happy pups living their best lives with us today—playtime, enrichment, training, and so many tail wags!
#instinctdogtraining #daycare #daytraining #portlanddogs
Wanda`s tail does not stop wagging during training! We ❤️ this girl!
#instinctdogtraining #happydog #dogsofportland
Wanda`s tail does not stop wagging during training! We ❤️ this girl!
#instinctdogtraining #happydog #dogsofportland
Rudy’s pro tip of the day:
“Tell me to drop the toy. I wasn’t that into it anyway… but I am into treats!”
This good boy knows how to trade up—what a smart (and snack-savvy) pup!
#DogLife #smartcookie #instinctdogtraining
Rudy’s pro tip of the day:
“Tell me to drop the toy. I wasn’t that into it anyway… but I am into treats!”
This good boy knows how to trade up—what a smart (and snack-savvy) pup!
#DogLife #smartcookie #instinctdogtraining
Hi frens, it’s Maple! I just watched Doc Talks with Dr. Pachel and learned about… PICA! That’s when dogs eat stuff that’s NOT food (like socks?? whyyyy).
I was SHOOK. But now I know how humans can help pups who do this — and you can too!
Go to instinctdogtraining.com and then news/events to register and watch the recording. Learn cool stuff. Help more doggos. Be awesome.
#drpachel #Instinctdogtraining #behaviormodification
Hi frens, it’s Maple! I just watched Doc Talks with Dr. Pachel and learned about… PICA! That’s when dogs eat stuff that’s NOT food (like socks?? whyyyy).
I was SHOOK. But now I know how humans can help pups who do this — and you can too!
Go to instinctdogtraining.com and then news/events to register and watch the recording. Learn cool stuff. Help more doggos. Be awesome.
#drpachel #Instinctdogtraining #behaviormodification
Ivy (just 5.5 months old!) walked into Adolescent Socials feeling a bit unsure about meeting new friends… but then along came Maple, one of our amazing Helper Dogs, and the magic started to happen!
With Maple’s gentle, friendly vibe leading the way, Ivy found her confidence, and soon started to play, and by the end of the session… she was so relaxed during a break, she almost dozed off in a down! Talk about trust.
Our Adolescent Socials are all about moments like this—small, carefully-structured playgroups (just 3-5 pups per session), run by two certified trainers & behavior consultants. It’s a safe space for young dogs to build confidence, learn polite play, and have fun, while their humans gain tools and insight to help them grow.
Teamwork, tail wags, and tender moments—just another day at Instinct!
#AdolescentSocials #portlanddogs #InstinctHelperDogs #ConfidenceBuildingCanines #instinctdogtraining
Ivy (just 5.5 months old!) walked into Adolescent Socials feeling a bit unsure about meeting new friends… but then along came Maple, one of our amazing Helper Dogs, and the magic started to happen!
With Maple’s gentle, friendly vibe leading the way, Ivy found her confidence, and soon started to play, and by the end of the session… she was so relaxed during a break, she almost dozed off in a down! Talk about trust.
Our Adolescent Socials are all about moments like this—small, carefully-structured playgroups (just 3-5 pups per session), run by two certified trainers & behavior consultants. It’s a safe space for young dogs to build confidence, learn polite play, and have fun, while their humans gain tools and insight to help them grow.
Teamwork, tail wags, and tender moments—just another day at Instinct!
#AdolescentSocials #portlanddogs #InstinctHelperDogs #ConfidenceBuildingCanines #instinctdogtraining
Last Call!
Doc Talks with Dr. Pachel is happening THIS Monday, 5/6—and you won`t want to miss it!
Join us in-person or online as we dig into the puzzling (and sometimes hilarious) world of Pica in pets, featuring real-life behavior cases that`ll make you say, “They ate what?!”
Can’t make it live? No worries—everyone who registers gets access to the recording for 6 months. So if your dog eats your calendar (again), you’re still covered.
Snag your spot now and get ready to learn, laugh, and wag along!
Register through our website and check our events/news.
https://www.instinctdogtraining.com/instinct-portland-april-doc-talks-pica/
#doctalks
#drpachel
#InstinctDogTraining
#vetsofinstagram
#behaviormodification
#PositiveDogTraining
Last Call!
Doc Talks with Dr. Pachel is happening THIS Monday, 5/6—and you won`t want to miss it!
Join us in-person or online as we dig into the puzzling (and sometimes hilarious) world of Pica in pets, featuring real-life behavior cases that`ll make you say, “They ate what?!”
Can’t make it live? No worries—everyone who registers gets access to the recording for 6 months. So if your dog eats your calendar (again), you’re still covered.
Snag your spot now and get ready to learn, laugh, and wag along!
Register through our website and check our events/news.
https://www.instinctdogtraining.com/instinct-portland-april-doc-talks-pica/
#doctalks
#drpachel
#InstinctDogTraining
#vetsofinstagram
#behaviormodification
#PositiveDogTraining
Remember Abigail?
Just 30 days ago, this amazing Service Dog came to Instinct for a brush-up on all the skills she’d need for a smooth flight: airport navigation, clearing security, settling into tight spaces, and more.
We’re thrilled to report—she and her mom absolutely rocked it!
Big kudos to all the trainers involved, both at the facility and in the field, who helped set this team up for success. And of course, to Abigail’s incredible mom for her commitment and partnership every step of the way.
Happy to report they had a great flight, team Abigail—we’re so proud of you!
#instinctdogtraining #servicedogtraining #servicedog #assistancedog #PositiveDogTraining
Remember Abigail?
Just 30 days ago, this amazing Service Dog came to Instinct for a brush-up on all the skills she’d need for a smooth flight: airport navigation, clearing security, settling into tight spaces, and more.
We’re thrilled to report—she and her mom absolutely rocked it!
Big kudos to all the trainers involved, both at the facility and in the field, who helped set this team up for success. And of course, to Abigail’s incredible mom for her commitment and partnership every step of the way.
Happy to report they had a great flight, team Abigail—we’re so proud of you!
#instinctdogtraining #servicedogtraining #servicedog #assistancedog #PositiveDogTraining
