Our approach to behavioral wellness is dynamic, integrative, calm, refreshing, soulful, intuitive, and effective. Our working style is fun, respectful, and sensitive to each individual human and dog. We know that clear boundaries and appropriate expectations, built on a foundation of self-awareness, love and trust, will help you and your dog thrive in your life together.
WE ARE JULIE FORBES & DARCIE BOLTZ
Holistic Dog Behaviorists.
Balanced 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.
A 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
- anxiety
- controlling attention
- puppy fundamentals
- leash walking
- listening & communication
- training skills
- past traumas
- compulsive behaviors
- phobias
Mind | Body | Spirit
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
Services
A comprehensive and personalized learning experience for dogs of any age, and their humans starting with our initial session.
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Consulting For
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.
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The Dog Show
Podcast
Enjoy a wealth of conversations between Julie Forbes and: national dog experts, canine scientists, authors, healers, non-profit organizations, grieving dog parents, and so much more.
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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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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
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