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~Behavior and Enrichment Services~

Shelter Aid:

This service offers hands on guidance for behavior cases, shelter member education, and outing options for residents.

Staff &Volunteer classes: From evidence-based training, to hands-on coaching, kennel routines, or playgroup integration and protocols, to defensive handling. I offer classes on shelter behavior, enrichment plans , and guidance on various areas needed, just ask away! Here, your team will learn skills to provide a calmer, safer, and higher functioning environment.

Shelter resident rehab: I offer board and train for shelter residents only. This is where I will foster a behavior case, and give them the love and guidance they need to aid in their success.

Outings: Does a resident at your shelter need a “doggie’s day out?” For either a 1/2 or full day, I will take a pup out on adventure of their liking. After all safety measures are gone over, a day will be planned out for that individual. They will then be given a full report upon return. This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about your dogs, and give them a breath of fresh air away from the environment.

Pet Sitting:

I have been pet sitting animals of all kinds, since I was 6 years old!

Here, I offer experienced pet sitting for your animal companion(s). I provide picture updates and if asked, some complimentary tips on minor behaviors or answers on general questions you may have about your pet(s).

We will start with an initial meet and greet, (free of charge!) before sitting dates. We will then go over their routines, any special needs, medications, and emergency/veterinary contact and more.

What sets me apart from other sitters?

I offer extensive knowledge on various species, experience as a vet assistant, and caregiver. I can provide oral medications, injections, senior/special needs care, (Canine) First aid and CPR. I also offer a variety of enrichment activities, including hiking adventures!

A few of the animals i’m experienced in:

-Dogs

-Cats

-Reptiles

-Livestock/Farm

-Rodents

-Fish

-Variety of exotics

I currently offer sitting services in your home only, in the future I will have a location to be able to board if needed.

Private Session:

These session are one-on-one to meet you and your individual dogs needs.

Whether you are setting up a new pup for success or have a kiddo with "‘Big Feeling' Im here to help.

A few of my specialties are:

-Rescues

-Resource Guarding

-Fear, Anxiety, Aggression

-Reactivity

-Individual enrichment plans

(If you are looking for help with services not listed, please reach out! I offer many skill sets even if they are not highlighted above.)

Rewild:

“Reconnecting with nature and reclaiming a more primal way of life.”

Here is the root of K9Rewild, getting humans and dogs back in nature to improve physical/mental well-being. We will focus on safe trail skills, instinctual games, and fun forest activities.

(It is important to note many of these skills start in the home. With practice, we will move our way to new environments.)

Main focus of this service:

Rocket Recall: One of the most crucial skills for wild wondering. Build a solid recall with an emergency call for your off leash locations.

Predation Substitues: For those with a high prey motivation, this service is not to suppress, but give outlets and safely structure prey drive.

Cues for the trail: “Leave it”, “Switch”, “Close”, “Trail” These are just a few of the helpful cues, we can teach our pups to stay safe on the trail. From avoiding eating things they shouldn’t, to sticking close by when needing to pass others. These cues will help set us and our pups up for success.

Looking to make outdoor adventure a regular in you and your companion’s routine? Check out the Rewild club!

Book Consult

Future Service

K9Rewild is making some big plans for the future.

We are looking to provide an appointment only Behavior and Enrichment Center, where rehab, enrichment activities, free roaming, possible gear and treats, are available for shelter dogs, humans and their furry companions. This will be a safe place, to deepen the human and K9 bond, and provide a place for shelter residents to embrace agency, discover outlets and recenter. A place to try new things, explore, play, but most importantly take time to just.. be.

There is no date on this yet. With all that is needed to make this dream happen. Tis yet but a huge dream, for what K9Rewild has always hoped to be.

An all around safe space for not only K9s, but all animals (including humans) to rewild.

FAQs

  • K9Rewild uses Relationship based, Positive, fear free, evidence-based methods, following guidelines set by the

    American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior

  • I am located in Northern MN, serving Two Harbors, Duluth, Ely, and other surrounding areas.

  • Depends on your service! Session may take place in your home, shelter, out in public, or an agreed upon trail.

    I DO NOT currently have a facility. There are goals in the works toward what K9Rewild will become, stay tuned!

  • Absolutely! Working in shelter we are always in need of donations. For those who need ideas, Here are some of my suggestions-

    WishList

  • “Mack’s insight, calm, demeanor, and overall good humor is a true delight. I have learned so much about dog handling, terminology, and how to advocate for dogs. She provides so much for animal welfare. ”

    — Ellen

  • “Mack is a strong, compassionate, dedicated force of nature. The way she shrives to expand her knowledge and skills is admirable. She has brought so much to the dogs in our care.”

    —Ben

  • "I wholeheartedly recommend Mack. Her skill set for communication, behavior knowledge and guidance is impressive.”

    —Kat

  • “Mack truly has a way with animals. Her ability to connect with our dog was amazing to watch. She taught us to see dogs as individuals and provided outlets for behaviors we didn’t realize were natural. We are forever changed.”

    -Ryan&Claire

  • “I want to thank Mack for going above and beyond at our spay and neuter event. Not only did she jump in and help where needed, she also gave special care to a feral dog from animal control. The dog was scared and not use to being confined or handled. Mack made sure she was well cared for, safe, and given extra love. She even took her overnight. It was a pleasure working alongside her!”

    -Michelle

  • "Mack was referred to me by a friend, and I couldn’t be more thankful. My dog started resource guarding and refusing to be handled. Mack gave clear insight as to why Chloe was behaving this way. I saw what I needed to change. She gave helpful tips, how to understand guarding, and to respect her boundaries. We haven’t had an incident since!”

    -Tara

  • “Mack’s approach to reactivity was unlike any other. We had hit many walls with everyone who tried to work with our dog. Mack’s approach changed the way we saw him and how to help him feel safe. We learned so much from her.We couldn’t be more grateful.”

    -Megan&Dave

Approach

The H.E.A.L Framework

Health: Veterinary care, Nutrition, Underlining pain, History of illness/injury/trauma, Stress, Anxiety..

Environment: Management, Enrichment, Safety, Rest/Sleep..

Assessment: Data Collection, Guardian knowledge, Identifying triggers, Motivation..

Learning: Nervous System Regulation, Creating positive coping strategies/associations, Compromises.

With K9Rewild’s approach, I aim to provide agency and freedom, utilizing positive, force free, science-backed methodology. To help guardians and caregivers, better understand our four legged friends. How we can meet their needs, have better communication, and how to advocate for them. I look to help us achieve a holistic way of life, to connect to the wild, safely structure instincts, and heal from tramas.