Daphne isn’t just a dog trainer, she’s a people trainer and her magic is in her work. Get in with her before she blows up and you can’t get a chance, because I know I will never be the same dog owner after knowing her! She saved my life and my relationship with my pups.

Not only has Daphne made me more confident in myself and my ability to lead my babies, she’s made me more confident in my dogs as well - to be able to listen to their needs so we can learn and grow together. I feel more connected and proud of my dogs than I’ve ever been in the 10 years I’ve had them. I’ve witnessed them grow and engage in new ways and we’re developing a new relationship surrounded by the same love and attention they had before, but with more routine and motivating challenges for them, which they love.

I’m also a huge proponent of mental health and so is Daphne. Our dogs feed on our feels, reactions and anxieties and Daphne knows that. I was very transparent from the beginning of our journey with my anxieties and she’s helped me to connect with my dogs in ways I never knew. Like slowing down, making sure we’re breathing and relaxing together and establishing mutual trust vs. anxiety.

-Stephanie K.

Our dog was very excitable and jumpy bitey (not as cute as it sounds) as a teenager. Daphne gave us all the tools we needed to teach Birdie to relax and focus in any situation from walks to parks and patios. We now get so many compliments on her behavior. We never had the tools to raise a calm and confident dog without Daphne.

-Katie J.

We have a challenging dog and Daphne coached us through multiple classes and has worked with him 1:1, he is a much happier & better understood pup as a result! Daphne has plenty of tricks up her sleeve and will tailor her style to your dog's unique personality. She has extensive experience and can help you learn to better communicate with your dog & work through any challenging behaviors!

-Jessica S.

The second our pup Otto met her, they had an instant connection. He is drawn to her and because of her incredible method while training, he is eager to learn and please all while having fun! Daphne has the innate ability to understand not only what a dog needs but also what their owners need in order to be successful with their training. She is energetic, fun, kind and caring. She has been an instrumental part in helping us to better understand what Otto needs and how to work well with him. There is no one else we would trust with our little guy :)

-Sam S.

She helped us learn how to meet him where he was at, and help him gain confidence through positive reinforcement. He has blossomed from a dog hiding in the corner of the training room to being a true rockstar and LOVING going to training! We’ve done several group training classes with Daphne that range from the basics, to training at local parks, all the way to advanced skills. Where Daphne really shines is making training fun for both dogs and humans. We’re always looking to schedule our next training class because we all enjoy it!

-Emily K.

Daphne had patience with us and listen to my concerns. She taught me how to read Harley’s body language which I felt was a huge break through for us. She focused on making my dog feel confident outside the house. We have our little hiccups here and there but i know i can reach out to Daphne for some guidance and reassurance. Harley and i have accomplished goals that I taught were unattainable thanks to Daphne’s guidance and training.

-Vicky C.

I had the opportunity to work with Daphne when Churro was three months old. What I wanted was for her to teach my dog how to do commands with little effort of my own. What I didn’t realize is she was there to give us a foundation to establish a bond between my dog and I. She is understanding and she is really wonderful to work with.

-Rachel N.

Beyond the basic training, she has given us so many tools to communicate with him, as well as insight into the way he conceives of different situations. She is gracious, patient, and nonjudgmental with regard to the challenges we face as dog parents, and encourages us to see these not only learning opportunities, but ways to strengthen our bond. Theo is obsessed with Daphne, and so are we!

-Lindsay A.

After bringing home a high energy cocker spaniel puppy we were lucky enough to have a neighbor recommend puppy classes with her. That turned into one on one training and we have learned so much! Our pup Lucy went from a ping pong puppy who would never slow down, pull on the leash and outsmart us constantly to a sweet snuggle bug who has learned she doesn’t always have to be on the go. Daphne is patient and able to explain how little changes make a big impact. Most importantly, Lucy loves her!! I cannot recommend Daphne enough.

When we first adopted our dog Roly, Daphne’s patience and insight helped us even more deeply connect and understand each other. She is able to provide a unique and helpful perspective into your dog’s psyche with positive reinforcement and consistency in a way that is relatable and easy to apply on a daily basis. We can’t think her enough for all of her help throughout the years. As she often says, much of her approach is in training owners as much as training the dogs, and there’s no one else that we would have rather learned so much from.

Would recommend her to anyone at any level who is interested in deepening their bond with their dog and learning and growing in the process!

-Suvi S.

I grew up with golden retrievers, and I have one of my own now. Daphne has worked with my dog and me since 2017 when my dog was only 4 months old. Daphne's approach is clear and effective, as she is patient (and demanding - in a good way!) of both the dogs that she trains along with the humans.

Daphne understands that training a dog is effectively training the owner. Without the dog owner being open and willing to listen, learn, accept, change, and innovate, then no dog will improve. It is this approach that makes Daphne's ability to teach both dogs and humans priceless.

Daphne is open to any comments or questions that I had as a dog owner. She always gives her full commitment to the dogs that she works with, and that is because she loves what she does. Her passion to train dogs is contagious and her energy is palpable, allowing other dog owners (like myself!) to strive to improve not only for my dog but also for myself!

I highly recommend Daphne to train any type of dog, regardless of age, background, breed, mix, etc., and I will continue to recommend her forever.

-Matt S.

My dog Jed and I took multiple classes from Daphne and they were all great!!! Her Bark Around The Park was awesome and unique, you are able to put the skills we are learning into action in real life situations. I highly recommend her classes and training, you will not be disappointed!

-Rachel H.

To celebrate every day we get to spend with our dogs because at the end of the day, training is about having fun and building a bond and trust with our dog. Besides Daphne’s unmatched and vast knowledge of dog training, the skills I’ve learned through taking so many classes with her have helped me learn how to slow down, appreciate the journey and relationship building that is dog training, and to celebrate both the little and big wins, like Daphne helping me turn my pup Rigby from a crazy boy to a Canine Good Citizen!

-Emily P.

She has given us so many valuable tools to better understand and work with our fear-reactive dog (Layla) so that she can have the best possible life. Daphne’s coaching has helped us establish a shared language for how to interpret our dog’s behaviors and then to calmly (!) and consistently respond. We know this work will continue to be an ongoing journey, but perhaps the most important thing that Daphne has taught us is that it isn’t about a single outcome: it’s really about cultivating a lifetime bond with our pup and continuing to find new ways to enjoy our time together.

-Hannah K

Her calm, confident presence immediately put Toni at ease, more so than any other person Toni’s interacted with. As Toni’s humans, we have so much more confidence helping Toni cope with her triggers and live a happier and less anxious life. She truly shifted our perspective toward reactivity and we are so grateful for her guidance. We couldn’t have done it without her!”

-Mik & Jess

She helped us establish a solid foundation as new pet parents starting with building our connection with Hendrix and establishing trust. All of the time we spent with Daphne as our guide led to ongoing success as we worked together through puppyhood,adolescence, mastering challenging situations with multiple distractors. We had resource-guarding challenges as well as Hendrix lunging at other dogs while on walks. At this time, I learned how to address my own reactions to my dog's challenges and start from within, this was inspired completely by Daphne. She truly shared the gift of a lifetime with me as I learned to try to be present and handle and train Hendrix mindfully. Daphne's passion for dogs comes second nature to her. She shows you how to read your dog's body language and meet the dog where they are, instead of implementing your own agenda.

She is filled with love for my pup and guided my path to do extensive dog training and now dog sports. Daphne is now a friend and someone I trust, because she shaped the relationship I have with my dog, which is very supportive and rewarding for Hendrix and for me.

Thank you Daphne for helping me be at my best and supporting my fur baby through the last 2 years. In the process, Daphne "The Dog Whisperer" trained me too. In her words from our first training session with her, dog training is also training the owner.

-Jennie S

Daphne has taught me how to read and interpret not only Koopa’s behaviors but how I directly influence it. Daphne has endless creative ideas to work into training that have helped Koopa improve his reactivity, anxiety, and most importantly quality of life. I am forever grateful for Daphne’s.

-Brian K.

My older husky and I took a group class with her, and then we worked with her individually once I adopted my second husky puppy. Nordic breeds are notoriously difficult to train, but Daphne's experience and approach helped me really understand what motivates my dogs, and how I can utilize that to shape their behavior. Daphne is experienced and knowledgeable, and she explains dog training concepts in a way that even a complete non-professional like me can understand. My two floofs and I are forever grateful - thank you!

-Ang C.

Never in my life had I had a dog but my wife was so sure she had it in the bag so I was like alright let’s get this Great Pyrenees puppy! It really was destiny but jeez did we find out how over our heads we were. Sasha was quiet, a little savage but she was a puppy so now I know that was normal 😅 After failed attempts at training and two cases of pink eye we were ready to through in the towel. I just knew Sasha was meant for us we just didn’t have the right tools and resources. And right at our most desperate and defeated moment this amazingly, kind, compassionate, loving, passionate, dedicated, strong, and brave dog trainer saved us and our little family. She whipped my wife and I into shape and Daphne’s words of wisdom kept us consistent during the week. It was hard but she made us believe we were capable… it’s like she believed in us when we didn’t even believe in ourselves! Thank you so much Daphne for following your passions and intuition as a trainer and over all human being! Sasha, my wife and I we all saved each other and you Daphne you saved us! There is no words or thanks great enough to truly express our utmost gratitude and appreciation! People are ALWAYS shook at Sasha’s manners and vibe and I know part of your vibe stayed with her Daphne! We can’t wait to start training with you again when your business is ready! And any chance we get to sing your praises and guide people to you we absolutely will! Sending all the love and good vibes to you and your family! Thank you! 🥹😭♥️🔥🌈

-Itzel & Jasmine A.

From our first meeting at her Lakefront class, I felt completely at ease—Daphne never judged me or Epic. I never felt like I had failed as a dog owner.

Her training style is empathetic, without labels nor one-size-fits-all methods. It has made a huge difference.
I really appreciate how humble she is and how much she loves to help, grow, learn.
Daphne is also very community oriented. She has created an amazing training club in the city where we meet, work together and support each other.
Epic has made remarkable progress, and I’m so grateful to have crossed paths with Daphne not just as a trainer but also now as a friend. Reach out to her—you won’t be disappointed!

Chrystel L.

I met her 4 years ago when I took my new shelter pup Finn to a basic training course. She helped my dog and I learn the basics and get to know each other! Later that year my 18month old pup was pulling on the leash and showing some aggression at dog parks. I reached out to Daphne and within a couple private sessions he was a new dog. Most importantly, Daphne taught ME what I needed to know and how to put my dog in situations that felt best to him!

We have since taken two other group classes with her and multiple other private sessions over the years. Daphne has worked with my foster dogs as well, and helped me integrate my foster dogs into my home with my sensitive and change resistant rescue dog. She has also taught us how to transition from long leads to an ecollar to make our outdoor adventures fun and safe for both of us.

Finn is now five years old and the best dog I never knew I needed. Daphne has helped me and Finn grown and learn in ways we never thought possible. She is nonjudgmental and takes an incredibly applicable approach to dog training. I consistently get told that Finn is well behaved and asked which trainer I worked with. We would not be the dog mom/dog duo we are without Daphne and her crew!

Daph, I cannot thank you enough! You have changed our lives in so many wonderful ways!

Bridget M.

Karma is my tiny 14-year-old with the energy of a potato. He’d been my one and only for years—until I brought home Echo as a foster puppy (who I was definitely not supposed to keep). But I fell in love. Echo is now a confident, playful almost 2-year-old, and back then, it was chaos: he’d shove toys in Karma’s face, and Karma would shriek like a dramatic little vampire and snap.

Enter Daphne.

She came to our home and completely shifted the energy. With structure, reassurance, and a lot of consistency on my end (she’s really training me), things began to change. Within a couple months, peace was restored—and somehow, these two are now the unlikeliest of besties. Echo himself changed so much through the work Daphne and I did with him that a friend who visited before and after said it was like I’d swapped him out for a different dog.

I recently came back to Daphne again for leash reactivity. Echo was dropping and pouncing at dogs on walks—playful, but stressful and honestly kind of embarrassing. I was becoming hypervigilant, scanning for dogs so I could steer us away before he turned into deadweight in the middle of the sidewalk.

To work on this, we met at a park to practice in real-world conditions. Daphne even brought her dog Riot, who sat off-leash 15 feet away like a Zen master, totally ignoring the chaos. I asked how to get that energy, and she just smiled and said, “Daily work.” That same day, Echo and I walked past other dogs in close proximity without incident—something I hadn’t thought possible.

Now she’s helping us build a solid recall so Echo can one day run off-leash and play with other dogs in safe spaces—something we’ve only watched from the sidelines. What Daphne has done for me and my dogs hasn’t just changed our daily life—it’s made me excited for what’s possible. Raising dogs in the city, especially a high-energy breed, isn’t easy. But she’s helping me give my baby more freedom—and all of us a calmer, happier life.

These aren’t just pets—they’re my family. And Daphne isn’t just a trainer—she’s a calming presence, a behavior expert, and someone who genuinely cares. I recommend her to absolutely everyone.

She understands the complexities of the world and applies that to her incredible training practice. Our dog developed reactivity due to an attack and Daphne patiently helped (and still helps) us work through it! She is incredibly knowledgeable and practical in her training and is also refreshingly honest. I trust her 10000% - you really can’t go wrong working with her!

Alexandra H.