Dog Training That Lasts A Lifetime
Together we'll unlock your dog's best behavior with my proven, comprehensive, psychology-based dog training that works with the dog's natural instincts..
Watch as your dog transforms into a calm, cooperative, & well-mannered good boy or girl right before your eyes!
I use natural and gentle techniques based on your dog's own psychology.
Calm your dog
in seconds
I help your dog relax instantly so they’ll listen to and obey your commands, even in busy, noisy environments.
Stop
Aggression
I use effective strategies that stop disruptive behavior like pulling on the leash and scary situations like dog-on-dog aggression.
Understand
Your Pup
I teach you why they act out and the surprising ways that you might be enabling or even causing bad behavior with your own actions.
Enjoy Dog
Ownership Again
Leave stressful situations and anxiety behind. I help you fall in love with your dog all over again and create good habits that last a lifetime.
Results in
Minutes Not Weeks
I use techniques you can use right NOW. You’ll see immediate changes in your dog’s behavior, without weeks of intensive training.
Training That Lasts
A Lifetime
I help your dog establish good behavior and habits, even at an early age to prevent negative experiences before they occur.
Does your dog ever...
Not listen to you when you call? Wish they would come right away when you called their name?
Jump on other people and frighten them? Would you love it if they calmly greeted visitors on all fours instead?
Bark at and act aggressively around other dogs? Wish your tail-wagger would go about their business in a calm manner around other pups?
Pull on the leash while you go on walks? Want to feel like the leader instead of being dragged around?
I can help solve ALL of that and MORE!
Dog Training That Solves The Root Cause, Not Just The Symptoms.
Does NOT rely on food bribes
NEVER uses yelling, fear or force
WITHOUT using harmful collars or gadgets
Does NOT require hundreds of ‘games’
Who Am I?
Hi my name is Mary Oliver,
I'm a dog trainer and certified canine behavior specialist.
I live in Iowa with my German Shepherd dog, Sierra and my wolfdog Kiowa.
I train all over Iowa and I will come to you for personalized 1-on-1 in-home training.
I have also trained all over the country via Zoom calls.
As a dog trainer, I know how important it is to develop a strong bond of trust with your furry friend.
However, getting your pet to respect you and follow your lead can be a challenge.
My mission is to help families and their dogs create structured environments where they can live happily together and thrive in their relationships.
I have developed a deep understanding of dog behavior, which allows me to provide a comprehensive training program tailored specifically for you and your dog.
Together we can create the well-balanced pet you've been longing for.
Whether you want to teach basic manners to your puppy or break bad habits in older dogs. I will be there to guide you every step of the way.
Happy People-Happy Dogs that's my goal!
I can't wait to help you and your furry friend!
Training Packages
I provide proven dog training services that focus on owner education & dog psychology.
I do this WITHOUT harmful shock collars, yelling/fear tactics, or gimmicky games.
It's not about the tricks you can get them to do - it's about the lasting relationship you will forge with them.
TWO
In-Home
Dog Training
Visits
This option is for the aggressive or anxious dogs that need the methods put in place before we can do the hands-on training.
I'll come to you!
I'll come to you! You'll become the leader and manage problem behavior in your own home environment.
2 private lessons in your home. 1-3 hours each.
Detailed observation of your dog's behavior & habits in his/her normal environment.
First Visit: Complete explanation & training of The Five DOG Rules to being the leader.
Second Visit: Command and Obedience training; Sit, Stay, Come, etc. Plus, loose leash walking.
Great for biters or overly anxious dogs that need to learn the techniques first!
FREE ongoing phone/text/email support for your dog's lifetime!
Include all family members in our session to get everyone up to speed.
BONUS: Lifetime access to a library of over
250 dog training videos where you can review everything we cover in our lesson and more!
$850
(No extra charge for travel under one hour!)
Get everything you need to see positive & permanent changes, beginning the same day.
In-Home Dog Training
PLUS
Online Training
If you want a personal touch with a little extra
follow-up this option is for you!
I come to you, in your home and online!
You'll become the leader and manage problem behavior
in your own home environment.
2-3 hour private lesson in your home or local environment.
PLUS A 1 hour Zoom call 2 weeks later to make sure everything is going to plan.
Detailed observation of your dog's behavior & habits in his/her normal environment.
Complete explanation & training of The Five DOG Rules to being the leader.
Basic Command and Obedience Training: Sit, Down, Come, Wait, Stay, etc... Plus, loose leash walking.
Emergency Recall: A life saving skill!
Ongoing phone or email support for 1 year!
Include all family members in our session to get everyone up to speed.
BONUS: Lifetime access to a library of over
250 dog training videos where you can review everything we cover in our lesson and more!
$650
(No extra charge for travel under one hour!)
Get everything you need to see positive & permanent changes, beginning the same day.
In-Home Dog Training
A truly personal touch tailored specifically for you and your dog.
I come to your home!
I'll come to you! You'll become the leader and manage problem behavior in your own home environment.
2-3hour private lesson in your home or local environment.
Detailed observation of your dog's behavior & habits in his/her normal environment.
Complete explanation of The Five DOG Rules to being the leader.
Basis command training: Sit, Down, Come, etc. Plus, loose leash walking,
Emergency Recall: A life saving skill!
Ongoing phone or email support for 6 months.
Include all family members in our session to get everyone up to speed.
BONUS: Lifetime access to a library of over
250 dog training videos where you can review everything we cover in our lesson and more!
$500
(No extra charge for travel under one hour!)
Get everything you need to see positive & permanent changes, beginning the same day.
PREMIUM
$750
You'll get everything in the standard package PLUS additional, personalized, at-home training teaching YOU the ins and outs of dog psychology.
2-hour private lesson in your home.
2-hour follow up lesson & 'train the owner' consultation.
Lifetime phone support.
BONUS: Lifetime access to a video library of over
250 training videos where you can review everything we cover in our lesson and more!
Need Something Different?
If you're not local to me or just looking for something else...
just fill out the form below and we can create a custom solution
just for you and your dog!
Get In Touch
Message me today to schedule a consultation or inquire about my training programs.
Let's make your pup's tail wag with joy and pride!
Or Call Me Now at (515) 293-1878
Happy Customers
Don't just take my word for it!
Hear from my happy customers who have witnessed the transformation
in their dogs almost immediately.
REMY
After having Mary come, we have been implementing everything she told us and have been seeing results in just a couple of days!
Mary and Jeromiah Larabee
Nootsie
“Happy Dad gets kisses instead of bites now!
Even my neighbors have noticed the difference in Nootsie's behavior!”
Kathy and Larry LePera
Bella
“We have friends that have taken their dogs to other dog trainers and have not gotten as much results as we have had with you Mary!
We have a totally different puppy, we have a wonderful German Shepard, and we only spent 2 hours with you!!
Now it is up to us to put in place what you taught us.
We will highly recommend you!
Can’t Thank You enough!
Kari Brown
Thor
"Our house was so quiet the morning after Mary's visit, we had to check to see if Thor was still alive!
Mary's method works like magic!
We have a new calm, quiet dog!
Thank you, Mary!"
Shelbie and Troy Grimes
Knox and Ford
"We loved having Mary come and work with our dogs! I'm excited going forward to have them on a more calm level!
Katy and Lance McCormick
Sasha and Toby
Our dogs are doing very well after Mary's visit. They are no longer fighting, just playing now.
They are responding very well to the commands and the barking has decreased.
They actually wait for permission to cross the street on walks!
Thanks, Mary!
Marlene and Harlan IA.
JD
" I have a whole new dog!
Everyone should know these things!
I want to yell it from the rooftops!
Thanks, Mary!
Darla and Lon
Rider
" Rider is doing so much better!
The barking has stopped and he didn't even go ballistic at the workers the other day!
Thank you, Mary Oliver!
SheRee and Luke
Together we'll unlock your dog's best behavior with my proven, psychology-based dog training to create a calm & cooperative good boy or girl!
We'll transform misbehavior into good behavior!
Mary O's 'Good Dog' Training