Diana Simonsen Dog Training
Diana Simonsen Dog Training
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    • About
      • Trainer Bio
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      • Calendar
      • Contact Us
    • Resources
      • Equipment
      • Rally Info
      • Training Info
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  • Home
  • About
    • Trainer Bio
    • Certifications
  • Dog Training
    • Private Training
    • Group Classes
    • Location
    • Calendar
    • Contact Us
  • Resources
    • Equipment
    • Rally Info
    • Training Info
  • Book classes

About Us

Background

Diana has been involved in dog sports for over a decade - training, competing, and teaching. She is a patient, dedicated instructor and passionate advocate for positive, force-free dog training.

In the Ring

Diana and her dogs have achieved multiple Obedience and Rally titles in American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC). Her first dog overcame behavioral issues to become the 21st German Shepherd to earn the AKC (Rally Advanced Excellent) RAE2 title and was ranked in the Front & Finish Top Ten German Shepherds in AKC Rally for four years.

Diana enjoys helping steward the obedience and rally shows and helping judge Rally Fun Matches and 4-H competitions. She is working on the requirements to become an AKC Rally and Obedience Judge.

Outside the Ring

Diana participated in Therapy Dog volunteering with Therapy Dog International (TDI), visiting Assisted Living facilities. She volunteered for Washington German Shepherd Rescue, adopting dogs, doing home checks, transporting, and fostering rescued dogs. 

She lives with her husband, her eight-year-old dog, Valen, and her two-year-old dog, Naia.

How We Train

Diana and Tyra competing in Rally Obedience at the Washington German Shepherd Dog Club show.

We use force-free, positive-reinforcement-based training to help you:

  • Build a good relationship with your dog.
  • Teach your dog better alternatives to unwanted behaviors.
  • Reduce frustration by setting you and your dog up for success.
  • Benefit from up-to-date, modern learning theory from a certified trainer.

How does it work?

Diana will help you make the behavior you want your dog to do simple and easy. We employ the most up-to-date dog training methods to get the outcome you're looking for -- without the use of physical corrections or aversives. When treating dogs who may be fearful or anxious, we use low-stress techniques to safely and effectively modify your animal's behavior. 


Does it work? Yes! Will we support you every step of the way? Absolutely!


Our commitment to ethical and humane training extends beyond your dog. While coaching you through your dog's training process, you can count on us to be encouraging, professional, and respectful.

Resources to learn more:

  • AVSAB (American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior) - How to choose a trainer
  • Companion Animal Psychology on positive dog training
  • Victoria Stillwell on "what is positive training?"

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