I can't remember a time in my life when I was not completely obsessed with dogs! Especially the ones that nobody else wants. Growing up, I had to constantly resist the urge to bring home every stray puppy I saw, and each time, my heart broke a little more. When the opportunity finally arose for me to provide one of these lost souls with the perfect home, I drove straight to the shelter.

However, I soon found myself overwhelmed by all the problems that come with rescuing a dog, so I set out to learn the best way to train and heal my new soulmate. Inspired by my favorite behaviorists and dog trainers, I decided to follow in their footsteps and help as many people and pups as possible.

For the last 30 years, I have dedicated my time to studying different training techniques—the good, the bad, and the ugly—and I came to learn exactly which ones produced the results I wanted. The end goal is not just a trained dog. The goal is a well-adjusted, healthy, and happy dog that obeys your commands out of respect and love, not fear!

My books are compiled of tried-and-true techniques that have personally helped me to work with my dogs and provide them the best life that I can.

Remember! It's all about working with your dog, not getting your dog to work for you.

—Hope Chambers