we provide dog training solutions with an emphasis on positive reinforcement

for on-line or in-person training lessons & behavior consults 

contact us for more information. Initial session is done virtually, with in-person follow-ups available          

click here to watch Ruth and her dog in a fun training session:

contact us at SeattlePetPals.com



Ruth provides dog training in Seattle as well as long-distance training - virtually anywhere worldwide - for any issues with your companion animal. She has worked with dogs, cats, birds, and exotic pets.


CGC ("Canine Good Citizen") dog training is available via private on-line sessions!


Ruth is a co-instructor for Dr. Susan Friedman's online LLA class for professional animal trainers, and she has certifications from multiple organizations:


*CCPDT (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers) as both a dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and a dog behavior consultant (CBCC-KA) 


*IAABC (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants) as a certified parrot behavior consultant (CPBC)


*KPA (Karen Pryor Academy) as a certified training partner (KPA-CTP)


*CTC (Certificate in Training & Counseling) by Jean Donaldson's Dog Training Academy


Ruth is also a presenter with the international Family Paws Parent Education group, and is knowledgeable about Dogs&Storks, Dogs&Toddlers, and Dogs&Kids


Contact us for more info or to schedule a session by emailing SeattlePetPals.com

In your email, please tell us the city and neighborhood you live in, and briefly describe the behavior(s) you need help with.