Sisu Training LLC

10/31/2026

The first three “golden dogs” off this list to be adopted get one FREE training session with me! Help change a dog’s life today and contact Burien CARES Animal Shelter to find your new best friend!

10/25/2026

Here’s one simple thing you can do to set your dog up for success with socialization!

Let me know in the comments if this trick has helped you and your dog! 🐶

10/23/2026

I’m new to doing video topics, but I’m throwing myself out there with a quick overview of my most-heard dog socialization myths!

Tell me in the comments if you’ve heard of any of these or thought they were true. And let me know what other topics you’d like me to talk about!

10/19/2026

Progress with Swanson! He’s learning that just because we walk by a dog doesn’t mean he needs (or gets) to greet them.

Thanks Janna Diderich and your super-duper-distractor-dogs for helping out!

10/19/2026

09/10/2026

Having a great day at the Burien Farmer’s Market!

09/06/2026

In this video, Swanson is learning to walk calmly on a loose leash past a barking dog. His owners have stated he will often lunge toward dogs while on walks, and he’s a BIG boy, so I’m giving him some exposure to help his confidence and manners. He’s a pretty sensitive guy, so a big part of his training is to mitigate his insecurities. To do that I:

• Put him in situations that will both challenge him and give him success.
• Establish boundaries ahead of time so he knows what good behavior is before we get into potentially stressful situations.
• Watch his body language and praise him when he shifts his focus away from the distraction.
• Correct him verbally or with the leash if he gets too hyper-fixated.

When he’s walking on a leash, his only job is to walk nicely next to his handler until they release him, no matter the distraction.