Paula has transformed my life! My dog came from a severe hoarding case and has had serious behavioral problems that have made some aspects of my (and his) life unmanageable. I've worked with three different behaviorists and made some headway but not enough. After only 8 months of working with Paula, my dog has improved by leaps and bounds. She's taught me the importance of predictibility, routine, and giving my dog agency and autonomy, with lots of practical suggestions and coaching to put it into practice. He used to bark like crazy at men or anyone entering a room, and now he just sleeps. He used to become triggered/afraid so often, at all sorts of things (suitcases, boxes, my shoes) and now he's so much more relaxed. I've noticed him playing with toys more, exploring more, and seeming more comfortable being alone. And the best part is that all she taught me to implement is really quite simple — no crazy routines or hours of obedience work — but I couldn't have pieced it together without her. So so grateful to Paula!

Paula's outlook and pedagogy is a breath of fresh air. After two unsuccessful attempts with trainers, I was feeling pretty pessimistic about finding a behavioralist who would be willing to work with my dog. After 3 months, I can confidently say that my dog is more relaxed, content, and settled in thanks to the scaffolding that Paula has provided for us. Paula focuses on how we can change our environment to meet my dog where she's at, not how I can make my dog obey or conform into an unrealistic standard. Thank you to Paula for all that she's done for me and my girl thus far!

If I could recommend ONE thing to a dog owner, it would be to take your dog to Inspire Canine. Paula was so monumental in my relationship with my soul dog, Adeline. She helped me understand how my fur baby thinks and communicates and what it means to be an owner and advocate for your dog. Paula not only helped me develop secure attachment for Adeline she supported us on our life adjustments and gave foundational stepping stones we can grow with she also gave virtual support, consistent check ins and was my personal supprt in adjusting our lives for the better of Adeline. I’m confident knowing I can handle what comes up in the future and knowing we can always trust Inspire Canine. Thank you so much Paula.

I am so happy that I did this work with my 12-year old dog. I originally went to Paula because a neighbor was complaining about her barking in the yard. But now that I know what makes my dog feel calm and confident, it has changed all of her behavior. I've learned to give her what she needs to regulate herself. As a result, I'm so much less worried about her when I'm gone and I enjoy being with her more, seeing how much calmer she is. Paula provided kindness and empathy through the process so I didn't feel guilty about being a "bad dog mom." This video shows how she reacts to the next-door neighbors playing in the yard. Note that in the original video, it takes her less than a minute to decide to ignore the noise but I could only post a 30-second video so I split it in 2 parts.

Paulas perspective and experience with our boy Bruno has been ground breaking to say the least.
Our older pitty has grown leaps and bounds that I can honestly say I was unsure could he done. Bruno has found his voice and has so much more personality. I strongly suggest bringing your fur child to her for a session or a lot of sessions. You will love the outcome!

I came to Paula after having reviewed her method on her website and seeing all of the amazing reviews from people who have worked with her. I adopted a rescue, Levi, who was very anxious around humans and appeared to show anxiety-driven aggression toward other dogs. While Levi has been a very good listener and has excellent behavior, my concern was a lack of confidence, presenting as anxiety. I knew I don’t want “obedience training,” as that wasn’t the issue- I wanted to build Levi’s confidence in a way that would also strengthen our bond.

Cue Paula- I cannot say enough nice things about this woman. Her dedication to understanding dog psychology and passion for improving the dog-human relationship is beautiful and compassionate. Paula has taught me cues to communicate with Levi in a way that he can actually understand, as well as how to recognize the ways in which Levi is communicating with me; she has also taught me the importance of being considerate and respectful of what he is communicating. Since working with Paula, I have been able to hone in on when he needs reassurance and through the method of OSR, I have been able to fulfill that need for him- watching my boy, in a completely new environment, go from hyper-alert to relaxed in a matter of minutes was a huge breakthrough.

Paula has taught me the importance of being the architect of Levi’s environment and being mindful to not put him in situations he is not ready for. The effort we have been putting in to make these lifestyle changes is not going unnoticed- Levi is more exploratory and curious about people since working with Paula, and has even made a couple of new dog friends, which shows the trust we have built together through this process.

Paula has such an incredible and unique approach as a dog behavior specialist. I honestly never knew such a person existed until I found her. I adopted my dog through a rescue and without knowing his history I found it difficult to understand, navigate and correct his behavioral issues. I originally worked with a dog trainer, not knowing the difference between a trainer and behavioral specialist. The trainer just focused on basic obedience which I wasn’t looking for. At that point, I felt discouraged, because I wasn’t looking for that type of help and wasn’t what my dog needed. My only concern at that point was his overall happiness and security. Since working with Paula, she’s helped me understand my dog’s behaviors and how to orchestrate our environment and provide tools for me to create a more harmonious life for him. Over the past several months, he has made significant strides, and I couldn’t be happier and more excited for what’s to come for him. Paula is so knowledgeable and has provided so much useful information. I really enjoy working with her and honestly amazed how much progress we have made.

Last year, my wife and I reached out to Paula because we were struggling to understand why our Great Dane was behaving the way he was. We had challenges in public, on walks, and even at home with our kids. From the very beginning, Paula did an incredible job helping us understand what our Dane was actually communicating to us, rather than just reacting to his behavior.

Through her guidance, we learned that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to training dogs. Paula helped me realize how important it is to understand how our dog thinks, feels, and processes the world. As we adjusted our approach, his anxious demeanor completely changed—he is now a confident dog who is thriving instead of timid and unsure of himself.

The transformation has been amazing to witness. He does wonderfully with our kids, and our home feels calmer and more enjoyable for everyone. A huge part of this success was Paula helping me shift my typical mindset about dog training and handling. She taught me how to work with our Great Dane in a way that allows him to thrive in his own skin, not force him into a method that didn’t fit him.

We couldn’t be happier with the results and would highly recommend Paula to anyone looking for meaningful, lasting change—not just quick fixes.

Paula has made a huge impact on both my dog’s life and my own. She has helped me truly understand my girl, which has set her up for success in this chaotic world. I can already see a difference, her outlook on life is slowly changing, and that is a huge win for us.
For most of her life, my dog viewed people, other dogs, and their actions negatively. Paula’s approach isn’t regular training, it’s true counseling. She has taught me how to be more patient, trust my dog more, and slowly rebuild her confidence. That being said, I have done board-and-train programs before, and they didn’t meet my dog’s needs. Every dog is different, and I truly believe that’s what makes Paula’s work so special. She takes the time to understand each dog needs and tailors her counseling to meet them. Paula’s guidance has made a real difference!

I am so grateful I found Paula. I was at a complete loss with my dog, Velvet, and truly thought I was going to have to rehome her. From the day I brought her home, I hadn’t gotten a full night’s sleep. I have two teenagers, three cats, and another dog, and I wanted Velvet both as a companion for my dog and as an ESA for my son. Instead, her anxiety quickly became overwhelming—for her and for us.

Velvet couldn’t be away from me if I was in the house. She destroyed carpet by the doors, could open doors herself, and nothing (hampers, suitcases, barricades) stopped her from barging in. She licked constantly, jumped endlessly, and woke me up at all hours of the night because she couldn’t be alone. Obedience training wasn’t the answer—teaching “sit” or “stay” wasn’t going to fix the root issue.

I was doubtful anything would work, especially since I have a demanding job and knew my kids couldn’t fully participate in the training. But I decided to work with Paula for 3 months before making any hard decisions. From the start, Paula helped me see Velvet’s behaviors through a new lens—most of them were fear-based. She suggested small, realistic changes that made my dog feel safe in our home.

I’m only halfway through the program and I already have a completely different dog. Velvet now sleeps through the night, stays calm around the cats, and can curl up on the couch next to me without constant licking. She’s even starting to play with my other dog. The difference is incredible.

If you’re at your breaking point and don’t know what to do, don’t give up—call Paula. She gave me back hope and gave Velvet the chance to be the happy, relaxed dog she was meant to be.