After saving the lives of thousands of dogs, Ryan became known as the trainer that could train the dogs most others couldn't.
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Balanced Canine Academy
Balanced Canine Academy
Tampa Bay's Leading Dog Training & Behavioral Rehabilitation Center
What makes Balanced Canine Academy stand out from the rest?
Balanced Canine Academy offers reward based balanced training, emphasizing a dog’s state of mind. We are able to change deeply ingrained behaviors patterns by digging deep into what is driving your dog's behavior, and focusing on changing their emotions through counter conditioning and desensitization practctices. By focusing on appropriate dog-to-dog interactions and clear communication in owner-dog relationships we can help eliminate unwanted behaviors in the process. The focus will be most heavily on helping them become the best dogs they can be through reinforcing all the good they do, while also giving them clear expectations, boundaries, and structure where needed. You and your dog will leave with an in depth understanding of how to successfully navigate through your challenges together, building a bond that serves both ends of the leash. We are excited to help you begin this journey in strengthening your relationship with your pup!
(414)369-9039
Balanced Canine Academy
Tampa Bay's Leading Dog Training & Behavioral Rehabilitation Center
Ryan Olson, Lead Trainer & Behaviorist
Nonprofit dog shelter founder, former Executive Director & President
I found my passion for dog training through my non-profit work rescuing dogs. I founded a 501(c)(3) non-profit dog shelter in Wisconsin prior to moving to Florida, called Rescue Gang (rescuegang.org), in my early 20's. I volunteered as President and Executive director for 7 years rescuing 1,300 dogs from euthanasia in high kill shelters from around the world with the help of 600+ volunteers. Many of the dogs we rescued came to us with behavioral issues preventing them from being adopted, so I sought out to learn to rehabilitate them rather than deem them unadoptable. Below, you'll learn where my career as a dog trainer and behaviorist began:
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Rescue Gang Welcomes 43 Dogs From Texas
Rescue Gang is road-tripping across the country to save doggos
More news links:
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Shepherd Express: Hero of the week (also hero of the month years later- see video above)
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Milwaukee Magazine: Milwaukee's 'Rescue Gang" is Not Like Other Animal shelters
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Milwaukee Magazine: The Rescue Gang Redefines Milwaukee Animal Rescue
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Media Milwaukee: Rescue Gang Dog Shelter Opens Its Doors to the Public
Rescuing dogs allowed me to find my place in the dog training world. I specialize in positive reward based ecollar training, advanced obedience, off leash, and behavior modification training including nuisance behaviors, fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression. I've learned through mentorship programs with Alicia Bloomfield, Dallas Hamilton, Ted Efthymiadis, Ashley Netten, Jeremy Majors, and Cameron Thompson.
My approach to training is going to differ from what you’re used to if you’ve been on the hunt for a trainer. My training philosophy is focused on balanced and dog psychology techniques, which basically means I focus more heavily on your dog's states of mind, rather than using harsh or treat only training. My goal is to help show your dog clear expectations in a way that they can understand. My programs work towards teaching which behaviors are acceptable through tons of positive reinforcement, relaxation techniques, counter conditioning with rewards, as well as negative reinforcement for unacceptable behaviors, which in the end makes for a well rounded, well balanced dog. My programs work towards restructuring relationships between you and your dog to allow for more freedom and trust.
Sofie Dandy, Dog Trainer & Behaviorist
Balanced Canine Academy's Training Philosophy
What we don’t want to see in your dog:
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Ignoring commands.
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Annoying nuisance behaviors such as pulling on the lead, excessively barking, lunging, jumping, climbing fences stealing from tables or in the trash, chewing inappropriate items or destroying the home.
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Running away from the home.
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Aggression towards people or other animals.
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Fear, anxiety, nervousness, running, and hiding.
What we want to see:
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Listening to commands when asked the first time asked.
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A strong and positive relationship between you and your dog!
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A fun, happy dog who's able to enjoy the world without being stressed.
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Being comfortable with the world in general.
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Realizing nothings going to happen to them if they let their guard down.
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Relaxation, peace of mind, calmness.
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Ability to self soothe and work through stressful situations.
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Staying by you off leash without a worry of running away.
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Walking calmly without pulling or reacting.
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Impulse control.
How do we achieve this?
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Learning to communicate with your dog in a way that they will understand exactly which behaviors you want to see and which behaviors you don't want to see.
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Continuously reinforcing your dogs good behaviors, even after you've overcome your dogs behavioral issues. Rewards should be given for your dogs entire life, not just only when "training."
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Incorporating structure with your dog into your daily life.
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Recognizing behaviors in yourself that are traveling through the leash to your dog.
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Understanding why state of mind, energy, intentions, body language, and mirroring are important.
If this sounds like something that will be of benefit for you and your dog, I could be the trainer for you! The first step is to set up a phone consultation by calling or submitting a contact form below.
Training Programs & Pricing
We offer intensive boot camp programs, private lesson programs, boarding for graduates, and a school for dog trainers and business owners. Programs consist of one-on-one training sessions in a pack setting, play sessions, and adventures out into the world!
To begin the training process, read through our training program's and FAQ sections provided below. You can find just about everything you need to know about our programs and how we do things. Submit a contact form and you will receive a call within 2 business days to discuss your goals and see how we can help.
"If you want a new outcome, you will have to break the habit of being yourself and reinvent a new self."
-Dr. Joe Dispenza
Our Facility
These are the areas we hold a majority of our lessons!
Get in Touch Today
Open hours:
Monday through Friday: 10-6
Saturday: 10-1
Sunday: Closed
St. Petersburg, Florida
ryan@balancedcanineacademy.com
(no text messages, please)