We offer a tailored training approach to helping dogs of all ages and sizes & their humans.
WE ARE JULIE FORBES & DARCIE BOLTZ
Holistic Dog Behaviorists.
Private Dog Trainers.
Compassionate Guides.
It is our intention that your work with us will enhance every relationship you have with any dog moving forward. All relationships require nurturing – your relationship with your dog is no exception. We have been living with dogs for thousands of years, yet in some ways they remain a mystery to us. Together we’ll explore this ancient and soul-stirring connection.
Thoughtful Guidance for You and Your Dog
We are passionate about working with dogs of all ages, from puppyhood to old dogs, to enhance your quality of life together through connection, conscious awareness, and understanding. While we are most known for our work with complex behavior cases, your reason for seeking our guidance does not have to be rooted in difficulty. Learning from our dogs does not always have to be initiated through struggle.

Training & Behavior
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A comprehensive and personalized learning experience for dogs of any age, and their humans, starting with our initial session.
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Puppyhood with Julie Forbes
A Complete Video Guide for Raising Your Puppy. This two-hour video series will lead you through the critically important puppy-raising fundamentals to give you greater joy and less stress.
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Professionals
Sensitive Dog offers consulting services for veterinary and dog behavior professionals around ways to increase personal well-being in this often emotional and heartfelt work.
Learn MoreA Holistic Approach and Grounded Guidance
Our holistic approach to working with dogs and their humans can illuminate and stabilize some of the most challenging and puzzling manifestations of behavior. We specialize in helping dogs with challenges such as:
- Reactivity
- Leash Skills
- Anxiety
- Controlling Attention
- Puppy Fundamentals
- Listening & Communication
- Training Skills
- Past Traumas
- Compulsive Behaviors
- Behavior Around People
Puppyhood with Julie Forbes
A Complete Video Guide for Raising Your Puppy
These videos will lead you through critically important puppy-raising fundamentals. This video series is comprised of the following eight sections:
- House Training
- Crate Training
- Chewing & Mouthing
- Socialization
- Feeding
- Leash Training
- Basic Skills
- Puppies and Kids
