Online dog training for neurodivergent people with Big Feelings Dogs
Fun and accessible positive reinforcement dog training for neurodivergent people and their fearful, anxious, and reactive dogs.
You want your dog to feel safe and confident but…
Sometimes training just feels overwhelming, overstimulating, or like a chore.
No one else seems to understand that no matter how much you “want to train," it's often hard for your brain to put thoughts into action.
They don't understand the different barriers you might face when training with your dog - like sensory sensitivities or executive functioning differences.
Oh, but we do. We really, really get it.
“I am always impressed by how much Emily and Logan work to learn more, solicit feedback, and make evidence-based recommendations. They care so deeply about providing solid, effective training that is based in best practices.”
- Ran Courant-Morgan M.S., Behavior Analysis
At Confident Mutts, we know that training a dog as an anxious and neurodivergent guardian isn’t just about teaching behaviors or attending classes.
It’s also about navigating the whirlwind of big feelings, sensory overload, and the endless to-do lists that our busy brains just can’t keep up with. But listen…
You’re not the problem—the approach is.
You deserve dog training strategies that work with your neurodivergent needs, not against them.
We’re Logan and Emily!
We’re neurodivergent dog trainers who specialize in working with reactive, anxious, and fearful dogs.
We know all too well how stressful life with a big feelings dog can be - especially when their big emotions overlap with our own.
Our mission is to help neurodivergent dog guardians build harmonious lives with their dogs. We want to teach you everything you need to know so that you can avoid the mistakes we made with our own dogs.
Emily and Logan helped me advocate for my dog when he was in pain when I was struggling to.
“They saw through my dog's behavioural issues and didn't see a bad dog, or a human who was bad at training, but a dog in pain. They helped me ask for the referral that got him a hopefully life changing surgery, and I couldn't be more grateful.”
-Maya with Benji
Our neurodivergent-affirming online learning services…
Embracing Big Feelings
Confident Mutts Club
Reactivity Challenge
A Little Bit About Our Dog Training Approach
Force-Free
Our training approach is rooted in positive reinforcement. We always avoid using punishment and stick to evidence-based methods. Learning should be fun!
Collaborative
We work with you, ensuring that you feel good about the training and that our suggestions are feasible. You always have a voice when you work with us.
Choice-Based
Providing choice and agency for both you and your dog is a key priority for us. We will never force you or your dog to do anything that you don’t want to do.
Imagine a dog training journey where:
Your dog thrives through positive reinforcement methods.
Training adapts to your needs and life.
You feel safe with your dog trainers (us!), knowing that you are in a judgement-free zone.
You feel empowered and confident in your training skills.
Log & Em hold such a special place for people-pup teams that struggle to feel like they fit in conventional training programs.
Not only do the trainers make you feel validated, the Confident Mutts community is full of validation and kindness too!
- Erika & Ripley
P.S. We’ve Made a Few Freebies For You!
The Neurodivergent Dog Parent’s Survival Guide
Our go-to tips and tricks for making life as a neurodivergent dog guardian just a bit more manageable - and less stressful and over-stimulating.
The Ultimate Big Feelings Dog Checklist
Get a list of all our favorite dog training supplies, gear, enrichment toys, and other things that keep our Big Feelings households running.
DIY Enrichment: Treats & Fun Ideas for Your Pup
If your dog loves frozen enrichment toys and you’re always trying to add more variety to their snacks, this freebie is the one for you!
Want to get our Monthly Mutts Musings?
At the beginning of each month (sometimes a liiiiitle late, we’ve got ADHD) we send out our monthly newsletter. You can expect brain dumps, training tips, updates on services, and sometimes a bit of chaos!
We pinky promise not to flood your inbox with emails. Like seriously, we’re lucky if we get one email out a month sometimes!