Helping Reactive Dogs Feel Safer -

and Their People Feel Hopeful Again

Barking. Lunging. Stressful walks. Friends you can't invite over. If life with your dog feels smaller than you imagined, you're in the right place.

I specialize exclusively in helping fearful, anxious, and reactive dogs using compassionate, science-based training that creates lasting change.

Trainer Ruth Hegarty and her dog Archie sitting on their porch steps

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Serving Cambridge, MA + Surrounding Areas

Is This You?

Benefits of working with creature good dog training

Imagine If...

Hi, I'm Ruth and

this is Jake

Multi-certified trainer

M.S. in Education

Award-winning educator

Life coach for Dog People

Hundreds of reactive dogs helped

MY CHARM APPROACH

A whole-dog, whole-person approach that creates lasting change.

WAYS WE CAN WORK TOGETHER

CHARM™ Jumpstart

A focused introduction for one challenge or a great place to begin if your dog has mild reactivity.

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CHARM™ School for Reactive Dogs

A complete transformation prorgram with comprehensive, customized support for dogs with moderate to severe reactivity.

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CHARM™ Coaching

Personalized virtual support and expert guidance from anywhere for you and your reactive dog.

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Reactive Dog Client

"Simco started to get more protective and nippy over time. He was barking and growling more. Ruth determined the underlying issues & created a tailored approach to help our dog feel safe and comfortable. Simco is back to being a calm, mellow, loving dog and part of the family. I recommend Ruth."