What is the Tellington TTouch® Method?

Tellington TTouch®

is a method of working with animals that has proven effective in reducing stress, fear, aggression and anxiety; as well as modify behavior, increase flexibility and—when combined with veterinarian care—aid in recovery. The approach is gentle yet systematic and helps animals to better cope with different and novel situations. It improves confidence, focus and learning.

With the use of gentle touches, body wraps and groundwork (a variety of exercises with equipment) we engage and calm the animal's nervous system as well as teach the animal to move in non-habitual ways. Since an animal that is stressed or anxious cannot learn, the incorporation of TTouch® allows me to aid an animal (in my case dogs, cats, birds and rabbits) by teaching them how to relax. The animal can then focus on learning new ways of coping with situations in which he previously reacted with fear, concern or anxiety.

Another terrific benefit of TTouch® is that it provides the guardian with the tools to engage with their animal in ways that are non-threatening—establishing or deepened the trust between them. As part of a TTouch® session you will learn how to use wraps and perform bodywork.

This service could be incorporated into a training session with your dog or as a TTouch® only session.

Cancellation Policy


Private Training
Please Note: Before we begin training, I will give you my best estimate of how many sessions I will need to reach your training goals. In order for us to work together to reach those goals, I ask that you commit to (and pay in advance for) an agreed-upon number of sessions. Since I can only work with a limited number of clients at a time (so many dogs, so little time!), it is important that you and I both commit to seeing our training plan through.
Cancellation Policy for Private Training:
48 hrs. grace period for 1st incident with no charge.  After 1st incident, client will be charged for the session missed at the set session fee rate.


Payment and Class Cancellation Policy:
Payment is due in full when reserving a spot in a class or workshop.
We are a small venue so no refund will be given for cancellations or no-show   so please plan accordingly when singing up for classes and workshops.  


If your plans change and you cannot attend a class/workshop, we will be happy to save you a spot on the next planned class or workshop of your choice.

Cash, checks and credits cards (via pay pal) accepted.