Most dog training is stuck in one of two camps: the high-precision world of sports or the "feel-good" world of pet ownership. But real life happens in the middle. I’m Kari Solberg and after a decade in the trenches of rescue fostering, behavior consulting, and the AKC ring, I know one thing for sure: Technical skill is hollow without emotional regulation.
Whether you are navigating the confusion of the show ring or the complexity of a reactive dog at home, this is your place to land. The collective provides a "regulatory floor" where we trade perfectionism for progress. We play the long game together—because no one should have to walk the road alone.
Inside, we focus on:
- The Bench: Clear essentials on everything from the very basics to judging, handling, and obedience in the AKC world.
- The Hearth: Deep-dives into the nervous system. We move beyond obedience to focus on resilience and partnership.
- The Yard: Practical foundations for puppies and behavior that work in a real-world human life.