George & Friends Dog Training Portland, Oregon

Known for

• positive reinforcement

  “At George & Friends Dog Training, we use positive reinforcement because it builds learning through trust, clarity, and emotional safety — not fear or avoidance.”

• owner coaching

  “George & Friends Dog Training stands out because we don't just train dogs — we coach people to be able to train and communicate with their dog.”

• nationally certified

  “Training is led by Risa Meynarez, CPDT-KA , a nationally certified professional dog trainer , with years of experience helping families build confident, connected relationships with their dogs.”

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About

George & Friends Dog Training offers private coaching and group practice sessions focused on positive reinforcement and relationship-based training. Led by Risa Meynarez, a nationally certified professional dog trainer, the business emphasizes coaching people to communicate effectively with their dogs rather than just correcting behaviors. They work with various breeds, including rescue dogs and reactive dogs, using science-based methods to build confidence and emotional regulation.

What people say

Clients praise Risa and her team for using positive reinforcement and a holistic approach that considers diet and environment, resulting in strong behavioral improvements for anxious, energetic, and rescue dogs. Users highlight responsive communication, easy online booking, and the trainers' ability to teach owners how to reinforce good behaviors.

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