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Positive Expertise for Tough Behaviors
Compassionate
Dog Training
If your dog’s behavior feels overwhelming, frustrating, or embarrassing—you’re in the right place.
Dealing with any of these challenges? I can help.
Barking and lunging
Separation Anxiety
Biting/ Aggressive behavior
Reactivity (dogs/people)
Puppy Raising
Destructive behavior
Fearful behavior
Leash pulling
Resource guarding
I help dogs with fear, anxiety, reactivity, and complex behavior challenges feel safe in their world—and I help you understand exactly how to support them.
Training happens right in your home and neighborhood, where the behaviors actually show up. You’ll get a fully customized plan and step-by-step coaching, so you always know what to do, why it works, and how to keep moving forward.
My Services
Here's how I can help
Discovery Call
Let's talk about your dog
Training Essentials
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What I Do Works. Why?
Real Behavior Change.
Zero Force.
If you don't pull a weed out by its root, it grows back. The same is true for dog behavior.
Instead of quick fixes or aversive tools that only suppress symptoms, we focus on real, lasting change by addressing the root of the behavior. I’ll help you understand your dog’s needs, how they experience the world, and exactly how to support them.
Message from Leah
"I’m so glad you’re here. If you’ve been feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or unsure how to help your dog—you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place.
I specialize in fear, anxiety, reactivity, and complex behavior challenges, and I know how exhausting it can feel when nothing seems to work. Training doesn’t have to be confusing or discouraging. You deserve clear guidance, real support, and a plan that actually makes sense—for you and your dog.
My job is to help you understand your dog’s needs, make sense of their behavior, and give you the tools to confidently support them in everyday life. Every step we take is designed to reduce stress, build trust, and create true, lasting change.
Every dog is different, and every home is unique—that’s why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. Together, we’ll find what truly helps your dog feel safer, calmer, and more successful.
Your dog’s best life starts here. I’m honored to help you both get there."
- Leah Bornstein
-Leah Bornstein
- Leah Bornstein
Victoria Stilwell Academy Certified Dog Trainer
Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP)
Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT)
Karen Pryor Academy - Puppy Start Right Instructor (KPA-PSRI)
Aggression in Dogs Certificate
How will hiring a dog trainer help you?
In our busy, demanding lives, it's common to hire professionals to keep things running smoothly. We hire personal trainers, lawyers, landscapers, & tax accountants - it’s perfectly normal to rely on experts who help us manage key areas of life. I’m here to make life easier for you and your dog.
Here’s what real support looks like:
Training happens where the behavior happens — your home, your yard, your neighborhood. No hypothetical “classroom scenarios.”
A clear assessment and understanding of your dog’s triggers and environment, so we can address the root cause of their behavior(s).
A plan built for your dog and your lifestyle; this is not a cookie cutter program.
I coach you through real-life moments, so you know exactly what to do and why.
Progress that builds from home → outside → walks → everyday life.
Expert, positive reinforcement guidance that helps your dog feel safe — and helps you feel confident.
Contact Us:
In-Person Service Counties:
Essex, Morris, & Passaic counties
We are located in:
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054
DISCLAIMER: Behavior modification is a collaborative process that depends on the consistent implementation of training techniques by the owner. While we specialize in fostering positive behavioral changes, no trainer can guarantee specific outcomes or "cure" a dog's behavior. As behavior is influenced by numerous factors, including environment and individual circumstances, the dog's behavior remains the responsibility of the owner.
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