The Social Dog LLC

I really cannot recommend Carolyn and The Social Dog more highly. Our golden retriever ( Beau) is beautifully trained and so gentle, all thanks to her. We still have her take him out each week for a long "adventure walk" (see photo attached) and he waits at the door, tail wagging when he knows it's time for her visit. He returns home exhausted but so happy. Don't hesitate - book her today!

Carolyn helped us so much with our rescue pup! She helped us understand her cues better and set up our home for success when having company and before bringing home our first baby. Our dog also went from having major leash aggression to walking calmly enough that our toddler can help hold her leash now. She is the best!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Amazing Dog Trainer! I cannot say enough great things about Carolyn at The Social Dog! From the very first session, it was clear that she is truly a dog whisperer. We have used her skills for years. Her attention to detail, deep understanding of canine behavior, and personalized approach made all the difference in both my dog’s training. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable, but she is also warm, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping both dogs and their owners succeed. My pups responded to her right away, and the progress we’ve made has been incredible! If you’re looking for a top-notch trainer who will go above and beyond to help your dog thrive, look no further. I highly recommend Carolyn. She’s simply the best! 🐶✨

Carolyn’s professional and personal connection she had with my dog was priceless! It’s so important to realize a good trainer ,like Carolyn not only trains the dog ,but makes it so easy to train the owners as well. I highly recommend her. The results of a well behaved and well trained dog speak for itself.

We have known Carolyn O'Connell for many years- and three dogs. The latest two...rescues-...came with "baggage", large, matching sets for both. In each case, Carolyn was able to evaluate the dog's' behaviors, zero in on the issues that needed work and provide easy to follow, step by step strategies to mitigate them. Not only was she amazingly patient with each dog, but she was also with us as well. I needed to work on going more slowly so that neither the dogs nor I would get frustrated. Her training skills worked for all of us! Rescue dogs arrive with very little "back story"...it takes an intuitive, empathetic trainer to overcome what can be some interesting behavioral issues, and with training, get the dogs to their full and lovable potential. Carolyn O'Connell has done just that for us