About The People’s Pup

The People’s Pup is a trainer-led, rewards-based organization that focuses on building your dog’s everyday life skills to open up their world. We specialize in transitioning dogs with behavioral issues into full-on adventure dogs who get to run, explore, and live their best lives. Our goal is to shape pets into ideal companions who can tag along on every outing you take. To start the process of achieving this relationship, check out our main services below.

Our trainers are CPDT-KA certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers with over 15 years of professional animal experience. The methods we use to assist our learners are always science-based and fear-free. Our expertise includes off-leash recall reliability, behavior modification for leash reactivity, multi-animal home integration, and pet sitting for “special” dogs. We are fully insured by Pet Sitters Associates and service primarily NE and SE Portland. 


  • Dog Adventures

    Does your pup need an outlet for their endless energy? Are you looking for a natural alternative to daycare? Our dog adventures are a fantastic way to provide your dog with physical exercise, social interaction, and recall training all into one service!

  • Training Walks

    Are neighborhood walks more stressful than enjoyable for you and your pup? Let a certified trainer take that load off your hands. Our training walks address unwanted behaviors like reactivity and leash pulling, while teaching new and alternate fun skills to practice on walks!

  • Private Training

    Is your pup struggling at home? An experienced trainer can discuss and implement a personalized training plan for your individual dog and household. This includes multi-animal integration, behavior modification, resource guarding, and dogs with bite histories.