Change Their Feelings & Behavior
After we have a solid foundation to stand on, we can start helping your dog feel more confident with alone time and seeing other dogs while out on a walk.
The Regulated & Resilient Method
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Nervous System Regulation
If both you & your dog aren't regulated, you'll have a really hard time being in the right headspace to think, learn, & build new habits.
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Meet Their Needs
We don't just mean food & exercise! Dogs have all kinds of biological needs that are different from ours. From sniffing to sleeping, you'll learn exactly what your pup needs to be their best self.
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Support for Dogs With Big Feelings
Welcome to Paws & Frolic Academy
Anxiety in dogs is tough. But you and your pup don't have to go through it alone.
Maddi specializes in helping anxious dogs & their humans find calm, confidence, & connection. Whether your dog struggles with being left alone or feels overwhelmed out in the world, we use gentle, force-free training rooted in empathy, never punishment.
Our training programs are tailored to your dog's unique needs, guiding you through clear, compassionate strategies that build trust, independence, and real peace of mind.
Because you & your dog deserve more than just "getting by." You deserve to thrive together.
How I Can Help
Whether your dog panics when you leave or loses it on walks, there's a program built for exactly where you are.
Your dog isn't broken. You're not failing.
When you support the nervous system first, everything else can change.
Separation anxiety and reactivity are not obedience problems. They're signs of an overwhelmed nervous system. That's exactly what we work with.
What Dog Moms Are Saying
Lauren & Bodhi
"She is a great resource for all of our (many) questions and has been instrumental in helping us build Bodhi's confidence and manage his separation anxiety and reactivity."
Sara & Willow
"With Maddi's help and guidance, we were able to resolve our dog's separation anxiety in about 4.5 months. I loved the app Maddi uses — it kept us accountable, and the in-app feedback after every session was amazing."
KJ & Taako
"Paws & Frolic is AMAZING! I was in a total dog-mom meltdown-mode panic. Maddi helped me slow my thoughts down, get organized, and help Taako and myself feel a lot better. I can't say enough good things!"