About Us
At Deroga Dog Training, we believe training should be built on trust, communication, and compassion. Our mission is to help dogs and their humans live better lives together through positive, science-based training methods that are effective, ethical, and tailored to each individual dog.
We specialize in force-free, reward-based training that strengthens the human-animal bond while addressing everything from basic manners and puppy foundations to fear, reactivity, and behavior challenges. Whether you're welcoming a new puppy, navigating adolescent behavior, or supporting a rescue dog in transition, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
At Deroga Dog Training, we are firmly opposed to the use of fear, pain, intimidation, or physical punishment in dog training. These methods are not only unnecessary—they can damage the trust between dogs and their guardians, suppress behavior rather than address its cause, and increase the risk of fear-based aggression.
About The
Trainer
Dax Williams he/him
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Certified in Applied Animal Behavior (UW-AAB)
Certified FearFree
Dax is a multi-certified force-free dog trainer dedicated to helping dogs and their humans build strong, trusting relationships through positive, science-based methods. With a deep understanding of canine behavior and learning theory, Dax specializes in creating customized training plans that are effective, compassionate, and stress-free—for both ends of the leash.
Whether through advanced certifications, seminars, or collaboration with other force-free professionals, Dax sees continued learning as both a passion and a responsibility.
Specialties: Puppy foundations, reactivity, leash manners, fear-based behaviors, and more.