Investing in Dog Training

Is the ROI Worth it?

Proper training is essential for the fitness and well being of dogs.  It's even more important for the sanity of owners, especially when they live in the city.  Not only will training strengthen the human-dog bond, it will open up a world of opportunities not available to those with ill-mannered mutts.  Simply put, Urban dog owners with well behaved dogs have so much more fun.

Yes, we love all dogs, including ill-mannered mutts.  But why live with one if you don't have to?  With time, patience and proper training, almost any unruly four-legged devil can be transformed into a charming canine companion that you'd be proud to take anywhere.  To places like TEKU Tavern, a dog friendly establishment in Seattle (Denny Way @ Taylor Ave N) with over 50 beers on tap.

Seattle has over 200 dog friendly establishments and attractions, including bars, cafes, restaurants, parks and hotels.  Why miss out on them?  If you have an unmannered pup it seems to me that it would be well worth dropping some coin and time to invest in training.  You can buy a book or watch some online videos if you want to do it yourself.  Or you could get a little help from a professional trainer and speed up the process.

Many reputable dog trainers and businesses call Seattle home.  One such establishment is Woof Play and Stay.  And they have just brought on board a brand new Director of Dog Training and Behavior, Kelly Morrisroe.  While Kelly's going to keep her day job as a Research Scientist at the University of Washington, she is going to enhance, direct and administer Woof Play & Stay's Dog Training Program.

Kelly has been training animals professionally for over 25 years, including dogs and a variety of exotic species such as horses, monkeys and parrots. She lectures on the cognitive development of animals and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree as well as a Certificate of Animal Behavior from UW.

Kelly's passion has always been working with dogs and has competed in AKC and UKC obedience, agility and rally events earning multiple titles. In addition to competitive dog sports, she has also trained many dogs for service and therapy work.

Woof! is excited to have Kelly share her experience with Woof! Dog Club Members and help people develop happy snd dynamic relationships with their dog(s).

While Woof! currently offers basic obedience, agility and fitness training for dogs, we will launch our expanded services, including evening and weekend group classes, on November 15th 2016.  For reactive dogs and dogs with special issues, Woof! will offer a free consultation with Kelly and develop customized in-home training programs.

Woof! Play and Stay is an urban dog resort focused on the fitness and well being of dogs. In addition to offering premium dog daycare in downtown Seattle, Woof! also offers dog boarding, training and in-home pet care services available 24/7/365.