Dani the Dog Trainer - Certified Dog Trainer CCPDT - Sturbridge, MA
Hello and welcome! I'm Dani Drogue. For over 15 years, I've devoted my professional life to understanding and nurturing the bond between humans and dogs. With a background in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and over a decade of experience working with preschool aged children, I've spent my career bridging the gap between two-legged and four-legged learners and their guardians.
My mission is to help you and your furry friend grow together, fostering a relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. I hold a CPDT-KA certification and I'm an approved AKC evaluator, and I’m always looking to grow my own skills and prove them through certifications on my name, and titles on my dogs’!
Outside of work, I'm still immersed in the dog world. I am active in conformation, nosework, and tricks! Also, I spend a lot of time walking dogs, and feeding dogs, and cleaning dogs, and cleaning up after dogs .... Yeesh. And on those rare occasions I am not doing “dog stuff”, I love exploring my other hobbies - I'm an ardent lover of art, a green(ish)-thumbed gardener, and an aspiring archer. These hobbies, much like my work, reflect my love for creativity, nature, and precision.
So, that’s me in a nutshell. I’m so glad you’re here! Whether you’re looking for expert dog training or you simply want to understand your canine companion better, you're in the right place. Welcome!
- Licensed
- Certified
- Insured
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
We're so excited you're interested in training with us!
Just a quick heads-up: we require this brief evaluation for all new dogs. This helps us understand your dog's personality and training needs so we can recommend the perfect program.
The evaluation is $50, and that amount is deducted from whichever training package you choose after the evaluation.
We can't wait to meet you and the fam!
How do you serve precious pets?
- Private Dog Training
- Pet First Aid Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Choke Collar
- Clicker
- E-Collar
- Front-clip Harness
- Head Collar
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Prong Collar
- Slip Lead
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Agility Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Therapy Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Chickens
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Parrots
- Rats
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 48 hours notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Anywhere online. Local only for in-home training.
What year did you begin serving pets?
2006
How did you hone your craft?
Menteed with some greats, volunteered, tons of reading, workshops, and just doing it!
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Consistency! In your management, in your care, in your behavior, and your practice.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I love One Piece!
How do you serve precious pets?
- Private Dog Training
- Pet First Aid Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Choke Collar
- Clicker
- E-Collar
- Front-clip Harness
- Head Collar
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Prong Collar
- Slip Lead
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Agility Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Therapy Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Chickens
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Parrots
- Rats
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 48 hours notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Anywhere online. Local only for in-home training.
What year did you begin serving pets?
2006
How did you hone your craft?
Menteed with some greats, volunteered, tons of reading, workshops, and just doing it!
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Consistency! In your management, in your care, in your behavior, and your practice.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I love One Piece!