Certified Dog Trainers in Spokane, Washington

Brush Up Training is the fun way to get the behaviors you want from the dog you love! Our focus is on positive reinforcement and science based methods that improve behaviors and strengthen your relationship with your dog (or other pets!). Heather Brush has more than 15 years of experience teaching classes and working with private clients. She especially enjoys work with fearful dogs and the challenges their families face.

At Good Dog Training in Spokane, chaos and overwhelm don’t get judged—they get solved. Carolyn specializes in helping reactive and high-energy dogs who are intense, over-the-top, or just plain hard to handle. Whether you’re dealing with barking, lunging, leash-pulling, or nonstop energy, you’ll get more than just training—you’ll get a clear plan, steady support, and real-life results. With private in-home sessions and focused group classes, Good Dog Training helps Spokane dog owners feel confident, capable, and finally in control.

Michelle has always had a deep passion for animals, having welcomed dogs into her family for most of her life. Her commitment to training with compassion and love became even more pronounced when she adopted Kai, an 80-pound mixed breed with separation anxiety, in 2018. Faced with the challenge of helping Kai overcome his fears, Michelle delved into modern, force-free training methods. She firmly believes that all companion animals can and should be trained without fear. Aligning with the values of Diamonds in the Ruff, Michelle eagerly embraced the opportunity to assist with classes, allowing her to combine her passion for animal welfare with the desire to support pet owners in teaching essential skills. Since joining as a class assistant in Spring 2021, Michelle has progressed to a full-charge instructor as of Fall 2022. As a certified dog trainer, she is dedicated to upholding high training standards. Her Mini-Australian Cattledog, Wasabi, has earned his CGC and CGC-A titles, along with three Tricks titles, and they participate in musical freestyle with Ruff Revue. Together, they are excited to continue exploring new training challenges and activities in the years ahead. In March 2023, Michelle met all requirements to sit for the CCPDT exam, achieving the designation of Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed. She also launched her private training services through Pawsitive Pups LLC in Spring 2023, providing tailored support to dog owners seeking to strengthen their bond with their pets

Mikkel Becker Lead Animal Trainer for Fear Free Pets Multimedia Marketing Artist Fear Free Pets CBCC-KA, CDBC, KPA CTP, CPDT-KA, CTC, FFCP-T, Elite FFCP-V Mikkel Becker is a certified trainer and certified behavior consultant. She is the coauthor of 6 books and lead animal trainer for FearFreeHappyHomes.com. Mikkel is committed to helping pets and their people live better lives together through kind training and bond-building methods that partner closely with the pet’s veterinary team.

I have been training and working around dogs for over a decade. I’ve completed classes and certifications to gain more knowledge in the dog training world.

Pet Trainer at Petsmart Classes taught: Puppy, Basic, Advanced, Click-a-Trick, and Potty training workshop. All classes use positive reinforcement and food luring (I will teach you how to wean off the treats). All classes are designed for good manners and convenient commands. We can work through problem behaviors to help you live harmoniously with your dog.