Welcome to Canine Evolutions

Canine Evolutions is not built around tricks, tools, or quick fixes. It is built around one truth: dogs do not change because we “teach” them — they change when their nervous system is stable enough to learn, and when the human becomes clear enough to lead without confusion. Located in the foothills of Mount Saint Helens and Mount Rainier in Toledo, Washington, Canine Evolutions is a relationship-based training center rooted in behavioral science, real-world handling, and honest accountability. Whether you’re raising a new dog, struggling with reactivity or anxiety, or you’ve already tried training somewhere else and still feel stuck — this is where clarity begins.

At Canine Evolutions, we believe that addressing behavioral issues in dogs begins with empowering humans through education and understanding. Unlike traditional training centers, we prioritize the education and growth of the human in the human-dog relationship. By equipping you with comprehensive knowledge and training options, we enable lasting behavioral changes that benefit both you and your beloved dog.

Start Here: New Client Evaluation (Required)

Before we discuss pricing, training packages, private training, board & train, memberships, or long-term programs, we begin with a 75-minute evaluation. I do not sell training based on guesses, videos, or a description over text. During your evaluation I assess your dog’s behavior, stress patterns, triggers, and recovery, and I assess the human side of the leash — mechanics, pressure, timing, and clarity. You will leave with immediate steps you can implement the same week, and a clear recommendation for what path fits your dog. The evaluation fee is credited toward your program investment when you enroll.

We Don’t Treat Symptoms. We Identify Causes.

Many programs try to suppress behaviors without understanding why they are happening. That approach may create temporary compliance, but it rarely creates lasting change. We look beneath the surface: genetics, environment, reinforcement history, handler patterns, stress load, and the dog’s capacity to recover. When you address the cause, the behavior stops being a mystery — and the solution stops being a guess.

Comprehensive Resources

We offer a treasure trove of resources dedicated to educating humans on dog behavior and training. From a Free Article Library to engaging videos and online courses, we provide a wide range of materials to suit various learning preferences. Our comprehensive resources cater to both novice dog owners seeking a solid foundation and experienced trainers looking to expand their knowledge.

A focus on Human education

Most “behavior problems” are not a dog being stubborn. They are a dog living too close to survival — and a human unknowingly reinforcing that state through tension, inconsistency, emotion, or chaos. At Canine Evolutions, we train the relationship by educating the human. When the human becomes regulated, precise, and consistent, the dog is finally able to leave the primal mind and enter a cognitive state where learning becomes possible. Training becomes cleaner. Communication becomes honest. Trust becomes real.

Training Options That Fit Real Life

Every dog-owner relationship is unique, and your training plan should reflect that. After your evaluation, your dog will be placed on the most appropriate path: Private Coaching — for foundation skills, structure, and step-by-step progress. Board & Train — for intensive daily consistency and faster momentum. Memberships & Long-Term Coaching — for owners who want accountability, repetition, and long-range support.

Long-Lasting Solutions

The goal is not to produce a dog that can perform in a quiet training session. The goal is a dog that can function in real life: on the leash, in the home, around triggers, under pressure, and through the unpredictable moments that used to unravel everything. We build foundations that last because we build the relationship that holds them.

Contact us today

If you’re ready for clarity—and you want a plan rooted in the nervous system, not guesses—start with the New Client Evaluation. This is where we identify what’s driving the behavior, what to change immediately, and what training path fits your dog and your life.