Welcome to the dynamic world of dog training! As this industry grows, so do the challenges and opportunities for professional dog trainers. One strategic move that can significantly accelerate your business growth and improve your work/life balance is hiring a Virtual...

In the evolving landscape of positive reinforcement dog training, a key challenge for trainers is to convert short-term clients into long-term, recurring ones. This requires a deep understanding of the market, the needs of pet owners, and the continuous nature of dog...

It's been a busy year with the launch of The Modern Dog Trainer Collective and the ongoing coaching we provide our students in The Modern Dog Trainer Academy, but I still wanted to put this list together to help you navigate the variety of conferences we are now able...

As a dog trainer, you're always looking for ways to improve your business and provide better services to your clients. One tool that you might not have considered is Chat GPT, a language model that can help you with various tasks. In this post, we'll explore 5 ways to...

When you're hitting 4K-6K months, you are feeling productive and accomplished. But you may soon start to experience cracks that show it just isn't enough... Does this sound familiar? You are working with a few clients a week. Dog training is your full-time gig now....

What’s keeping you from reaching $20K-$30K months as a dog trainer?  Since I have the privilege of working with hundreds of professional dog trainers each year, I get some insights into what’s really happening in the industry. I...

What if your money was a reflection of the impact you’re having in the world? This thought came to me last night as I was briefly reflecting on my goals for 2021 and beyond. My audacious goals.  Money is often an easy way to measure success, but it really is simply a...

While most of us entered the industry purely for the love of dogs, it doesn't mean that our days would only be spent with our adorable furry friends. A huge part of the business is managing pet parents and seeing results from their hard work. It also means meeting...

At The Modern Dog Trainer, we focus on increasing your profitability and creating a sustainable model for your business. It’s challenging to get fully booked, but what’s more challenging is how you manage your clients once you’re all booked out. It is something that...

Don't get me wrong, I'm a big fan of SEO & a good website. However, when you need clients today - social media is critical. You can use organic (read: free) social media strategies to generate clients for your business this week. You're on social media all the...

  Animal Innovations Interview: Episode 22, Outline Q: Who are you and how are you helping animals? A: I am the founder of The Modern Dog Trainer and I help skilled trainers build a sustainable and profitable 6- figure business. Q: What do you help your clients...

As dog trainers, we are asked to wear multiple hats -- from working on our operations to ensuring that dogs receive the care that they need, up to dealing with pet parents. When I started in the business, one of my biggest challenges was managing boundaries with my...