ABOUT
MODERN CANINE CO.
We built Modern Canine Co. on a simple belief: every dog is trainable, and every owner deserves to understand why their dog does what it does.
"TO BUILD RELIABLE DOGS THROUGH CLEAR COMMUNICATION — AND GIVE OWNERS THE TOOLS TO MAINTAIN THAT RELIABILITY FOR LIFE."
Training isn't about control. It's about communication. When a dog understands what's expected and an owner knows how to communicate clearly, the relationship changes entirely — and so does the dog.
NICK
Founder & Head Trainer
Nick founded Modern Canine Co. with a simple belief: every dog is capable of becoming reliable — it just takes the right communication. What started as a passion for working dogs grew into a full training operation serving families, working breed owners, and dogs with serious behavioral challenges across Riverside County.
He specializes in balanced training — using clear structure, e-collar conditioning, and real-world proofing to build dogs that perform outside the training session. From high-drive Belgian Malinois to reactive rescues, Nick has worked with dogs of every breed and background.
His approach puts owner education at the center of every program — because a well-trained dog is only as good as the owner behind it.
Experience & Specializations
- Balanced training methodology
- E-collar and prong collar certified
- Behavior modification specialist
- Private, board & train, and group instruction
- Working with dogs of all breeds and temperaments
- Ongoing education in canine behavior and learning theory
WHAT WE BELIEVE
ABOUT TRAINING
CLARITY OVER CONFUSION
Dogs don't fail — unclear communication does. Every technique we use is chosen because it creates understanding, not compliance through fear.
BALANCED METHODS
We use the full spectrum of training tools — praise, reward, pressure, and release — because real-world dogs need real-world solutions.
OWNER EMPOWERMENT
Training ends when you leave us. We make sure you leave with the knowledge and confidence to maintain everything your dog has learned.
RESULTS THAT LAST
We measure success by how your dog behaves six months after training — not just on graduation day.
BALANCED TRAINING
DONE RIGHT.
Balanced training means using the right tool for the right dog at the right time. It's not about being harsh — it's about being clear.
We use praise, food, play, prong collars, and e-collars as communication tools — not punishment devices. Each one is introduced carefully, used fairly, and explained fully to every owner.
The result is a dog that responds reliably — not because it's afraid of what happens if it doesn't, but because it understands exactly what's being asked.
READY TO GET
STARTED?
Book a consultation and let's talk about your dog, your goals, and the right program to get you there.