Canine Training Services - Tacoma, WA

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My name is Dr. Elliott Briggs but I just go by Elliott. Pointing at me and shouting “Hey you!” is also acceptable. My wife’s name is Mika. We started this award winning home-based company to do dog training right in your home and your neighborhood. We offer a wide range of dog training services including basic obedience, service dog training and canine rehabilitation (working with scared, nervous, aggressive behaviors and trauma.)

Before working with dogs I used clinical psychology and applied behavior analysis techniques to help mentally ill children. Later on I adapted the behavior sciences I had learned to dog training while working as a field supervisor for a dog training and walking company. Overseeing a caseload of 80 dogs and 10 employees. Later on I opened up my own dog training business and have been running the business for 10 years. After many years of hard work I eventually earned a doctorate in Animal Behavior Analysis. I am also certified in advanced first aid for both human and canine. In addition to my dog training endeavors I serve as an emergency search and rescue canine unit operator.

Alongside me is my wife who assists me in my dog training endeavors. She also comes from a behavior science background. She has been working in the behavior modification sciences for 10 years and is a registered behavior technician by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Whatever your dog training needs are we can make them happen. To see my Google reviews please click on the link below

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  • Licensed
  • Certified
  • Online Sessions

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Private Dog Training
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • K9 Training
  • Service Dog Training
  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Animal Behaviorist

What training tools do you use?

  • Back-clip Harness
  • Barriers
  • Choke Collar
  • 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?

  • Detection Dog Training
  • Dog Agility Training
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Therapy Training
  • K9 Police Dog Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification
  • Service Dog Training

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Dogs

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

  • Certified Family Dog Mediator® (FDM)
  • Certified Fearful Dogs Professional

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Education

Doctorate of Animal Behavior Analysis. Certifications in Applied Behavior Analysis. Certified advanced first aid.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Pierce County WA, Tacoma, Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Olympia, Bellingham, Yakima Washington

What year did you begin serving pets?

2015

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BASED IN: Tacoma, WA
SERVICE AREA: Within 100 miles, including Pierce County WA, Tacoma, Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Olympia, Bellingham, Yakima Washington

Distinction

Fearful Dogs Certified Professional Certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM)

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Dog Trainer
  • Private Dog Training
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • K9 Training
  • Service Dog Training
  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Animal Behaviorist

What training tools do you use?

  • Back-clip Harness
  • Barriers
  • Choke Collar
  • 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?

  • Detection Dog Training
  • Dog Agility Training
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Therapy Training
  • K9 Police Dog Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification
  • Service Dog Training

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Dogs

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

  • Certified Family Dog Mediator® (FDM)
  • Certified Fearful Dogs Professional

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Education

Doctorate of Animal Behavior Analysis. Certifications in Applied Behavior Analysis. Certified advanced first aid.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Pierce County WA, Tacoma, Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Olympia, Bellingham, Yakima Washington

What year did you begin serving pets?

2015

🐾 About Elliott Briggs – Expert Mobile Dog Trainer based in Tacoma, WA


Elliott is a trusted professional dog trainer in Tacoma, WA, dedicated to helping dogs and their families build lasting, trusting relationships. With years of hands-on experience working with dogs of all sizes...from playful puppies to seasoned seniors, Elliott Briggs uses positive, effective, science-informed techniques to make training enjoyable, rewarding, and results-driven for you and your dog.


🏙️ Personalized Training Right at Your Home


Living in a busy urban or suburban environment can bring unique challenges for dogs - distractions, new neighbors, and varying routines. Elliott Briggs’s canine training services bring expert guidance directly to your door, providing flexible schedules, personalized attention, and safe, fun walks and training sessions for dogs of all energy levels.


🐶 Obedience & Manners – Teaching reliable commands and respectful behavior

📏 Leash & Walking Confidence – Ending pulling, lunging, and stress during walks

🧠 Behavior Modification – Addressing fear, anxiety, reactivity, or unwanted behaviors

🐾 Puppy Foundations - Socialization and good habit development from the start

❤️ Transforming Your Dog’s Life - and Yours


Training is about more than obedience. It’s about connection, trust, and confidence. When your dog understands expectations and communicates clearly, everyday life becomes calmer and more joyful. Imagine stress-free walks, confident greetings at home, and a deeper bond built on love, patience, and understanding. Elliott Briggs is dedicated to helping you and your dog experience this transformation.


📘 Training Tools & Techniques


Elliott Briggs uses customized, positive methods tailored to each dog’s needs:

🎯 Clicker or reward-based reinforcement

🦴 Treats, toys, and praise for motivation

🐾 Safe harnesses and leashes for structured practice

🧠 Behavior plans focused on sustainable, long-term results


These techniques strengthen good habits, reduce problem behaviors, and make training fun for your dog.


📌 Book a Session With Elliott Briggs Today


Ready to see lasting results with your dog? Book a virtual or mobile dog training session with Elliott Briggs in Tacoma, Pierce County, Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Renton, Federal Way, Auburn, Puyallup, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, WA at your convenience.


Whether you’re tackling basic obedience, leash issues, or more complex behavioral concerns, expert guidance is just a click away. Explore verified reviews, request quotes, and start your journey toward a happier, more harmonious life with your four-legged companion!