Dog Handling & Behavior Workshops in Cincinnati, OH

Focused training support for specific skills, cues, and real-life behavior.

Sometimes you don’t need a full training package — you need help with one specific thing.

Our workshops are designed to give dog owners structured, hands-on support for individual cues, everyday behaviors, and real-life handling skills. Whether you’re working on one behavior, polishing a cue, or looking for practical guidance in a focused setting, workshops give you a clear place to start.

Who This Is For

These workshops are a good fit for:

Dog owners who want structured support without committing to a full private training package
Dogs who need help practicing specific skills in a guided environment
Dog owners who want support to hone in on a specific cue or behavior

What We Work On

Workshops are focused, practical, and built around skills you can actually use in day-to-day life with your dog.

Depending on the workshop topic, we may work on:

Individual Cues

Focused support for cues you want to teach, strengthen, or clean up, such as:

Recall
Leash walking
Settle
Leave it
Stay
Focus and attention
Handling and cooperative care skills

Individual Behaviors for Real Life

Some behaviors show up at home, on walks, around guests, or during everyday routines. Workshops can help you better understand what’s happening and start building more useful patterns.

This may include support for:

Jumping
Barking
Pulling on leash
Difficulty settling
Overexcitement
Handling sensitivity
Big feelings around everyday situations

The goal is not perfection in one session. The goal is to give you a clear training path, practical steps, and better communication with your dog.

Workshops Coming Soon

Workshop topics will vary based on what local dog owners need most.

Each workshop will include:

A structured training session focused on one topic
Clear instruction and demonstrations
Hands-on practice with your dog
Guidance on how to continue practicing at home
Supportive coaching in a small, focused setting

Upcoming workshop topics may include recall, leash skills, cooperative care, calm greetings, settling, and other real-life behaviors.

Check back soon for upcoming workshop dates.

How It Works

Choose Your Workshop

Pick the workshop topic that matches the skill or behavior you want to work on.

Attend a Structured Session

You’ll attend a guided session with clear instruction, practice time, and support.

Build Skill Over Time

You’ll leave with practical steps to continue building the skill at home, so your dog can keep progressing after the workshop ends.

Why Workshops Help

Workshops are a great option when you want support with something specific.

Instead of trying to piece together advice online or guess what to do next, you’ll get clear guidance, a focused training plan, and support while you practice.

Small, structured learning can make a big difference — especially when you know exactly what to work on next.

What Clients Are Saying

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I adopted a golden retriever with pretty severe separation anxiety. Michelle with Gillie’s Peaceful Pets has been a lifesaver. She is so gentle and responsive to our needs. My dog now willingly goes into her crate and is well on her way to a peaceful separation.

Julia W., Lucy

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What sets Michelle apart is not just the depth of her expertise, but also how supportive she is. I now have a much better understanding of Arlo’s behavior and more confidence in carrying the training into our everyday life.

Kris E., Arlo

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I cannot thank you enough for all the help you’ve given me in raising the most perfect dog.

Marissa L., Mazey

Ready to Work on One Specific Skill?

If there’s a cue, behavior, or real-life skill you’d like support with, our workshops are designed to help you get clear, focused guidance.

Join the Workshop Interest List

FAQ

Are workshops the same as group classes?

Not exactly. Classes usually follow a longer curriculum over multiple sessions. Workshops are more focused and typically center around one specific cue, skill, or behavior.

Do I need to have previous training experience?

No. Workshops are designed to be approachable and supportive, whether you’re brand new to training or looking to strengthen an existing skill.

Will my dog learn the full behavior in one workshop?

A workshop gives you a strong starting point, clear instruction, and practice with support. Most skills continue to build over time with consistency at home.

What if my dog is reactive or easily overwhelmed?

Reach out before registering so we can help you decide whether a workshop, private training, or another option would be the best fit.

How do I know which workshop to choose?

Choose the workshop that matches the skill or behavior you want help with most. If you’re unsure, contact us and we’ll help you decide.

With over 30 years of experience in pet behavior and veterinary medicine, I specialize in dog training and solving pet behavioral issues with compassionate methods that align with the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior’s “Position Statement on Humane Dog Training.”