helping dogs become their best selves!

Welcome to pranaDOGS where each dog is given time and training adapted to their particular needs

We are a 501(c)3, not-for-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for dogs through Education, Training and Resource sharing

We work hand-in-hand with Shelters and Rescues to give homeless dogs with behavior issues the time and rehabilitation needed to become well-mannered members of society, and terrific best friends!

We are not your typical trainer. We do provide basic classes for new adopters and individuals struggling with behavior challenges but our real focus involves two categories of dogs: 1) helping those dogs who over react when they see other dogs and 2) Helping Anxious, Shy and Nervous dogs find their footing

Our Resources section provides free information for pet owners, shelters and rescues to empower everyone to have a great relationship with their dogs and cats

We advocate and support mixed-breed and shelter dogs

We provide monthly Free Workshops through La plata County Humane Society in Durango, CO

marcy

The Trainer behind pranaDOGS

Marcy Eckhardt, BBA, CPDT-KA is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and student of dog behavior. Marcy gravitated toward dogs at a very young age then after serving in the Air Force attended Colorado State University and took her first job at an animal shelter in Longmont, Colorado.

After working as a pet sitter, veterinary technician, groomer, doggie-day-care manager, foster coordinator, consultant and animal shelter director Marcy knew it was time to follow her real passion: helping shelter dogs and helping shelters and rescues read and communicate better with dogs.

Her first book, The Ripple Effect, was published in 2012 and has proven to be a valuable guide for shelter and rescue workers across the country. Since then Marcy has published numerous articles and is currently working on her second book, Dogs instead of Daughters.

Marcy currently splits her time between working with the dogs at pranaDOGS Rehab Center, working with the dogs at La plata County Humane Society and writing, recording and remaining fascinated by dog behavior.

Find out more information about Marcy here.

Dogs Rock

but some need a little extra time and attention to become their best selves

At pranaDOGS

we work to help dogs become awesome best friends

we use exercise, play, structure and routines to help dogs develop the skills they need to thrive

with both mental and physical scars, it took Sid an entire year to trust enough to be petted. Now he's a happy dog who loves his family, going for walks and playing

we use dogs to help other dogs develop confidence, learn how to play appropriately and as role models

by holding the space for dogs, we give them the time they need to let their guards down and figure things out

Zip struggled with over-reacting, after weeks of exercise and running courses we set him up with a puppy pacifier and he's now happily in his lifelong home

puzzles and problem solving, basic manners and behaviors, and obstacle and confidence courses are some of the tools we use to help dogs get their feet under them

since a well-adjusted puppy is key to an awesome dog, we work with fosters, shelters and rescues to set pups up for success

when life has been harsh to a dog, it's difficult for them to trust

Mel needed months of attention, exercise and routines before he showed us what a phenomenal dog he could be

I strive to be the person, dogs need me to be

Nervous Dog?

When it’s Dog v Dog

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Welcome to pranaDOGS where each dog is given time and training adapted to their particular needs

The Trainer behind pranaDOGS