Robin MacFarlane

In-person and Online Dog Training

Robin improves the relationship people have with their dogs. She combines 30 years of training experience with her background in biology and animal health care to help owners and their companions live more harmoniously together. Thousands of dogs and their owners have benefited from her exceptional teaching skills and supportive coaching.

If you are ready to start training and enjoy more adventures with your dog, you’re in the right place!

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Online Dog Training Courses

Virtual Dog Training

Puppy Training

Virtual Training

The early weeks of a puppy’s development are critical to long-term good manners and polite social behavior. Start housebreaking, limit puppy -biting and other nuisance behavior. Teach your puppy to calmly accept being in a crate and sleep through the night. Plus so much more...

Ecollar Training

Basic Obedience

Robin's Ecollar training video series provides off leash freedom for your dog and peace of mind for you! Robin’s step by step approach is easy to understand and easy to replicate.

Domino’s first day hanging out with me to sharpen up a few skills.

He’s been through some training before but a few things need clean up.

Once he gets a jump start I’ll start the most important work…helping his mom understand how to maintain the skills.

Dog training isn’t a spectator sport. It’s active involvement and requires the development of routines that you understand how to maintain.

Make sure you’re getting the help you need by making sure your trainer provides enough lessons and follow up support that you feel confident continuing the work you’ve paid for. 💰🐾 

#yourdogshero #desmoinesdogtraining #iowadogtrainer #rescuedog
Finding ways to train and engage with your dog is easier if you look for small moments of opportunity.

Don’t wait until you “have time” to train. Make time.

A simple way to engage the dog’s brain and improve focus is to practice proprioceptive skills. Do things that require them to think about their footing and body movements.

Movement over, under and across items of different heights and textures wake up the brain in ways that help build coordination and confidence.

Plus, it’s just more fun than the same routine walk your dog goes on day after day.

Get out there and be #yourdogshero

#desmoinesdogtraining #iowadogtrainer #shelterdog
Welcome to Bo, an 11 week old Aussie pup enrolled in Puppy Preschool.

Bo’s mom has been reviewing the virtual training materials and proactive in reaching out for help with any questions she has.

I love being able to help answer puppy questions! 🐶

The best thing you can do to have a great dog is to start early with training, social skills and build resilience that will last through a lifetime of adventures together. 

If you need help with your pup, reach out or check bio for 🔗.

#australianshepherds #puppytraining #puppies
Hard to believe she just turned 15!  #ducktollingretriever
The good news is, it’s warm and all the snow is melting.

The bad news is, he found all the mud puddles. 🛁
It’s hard to believe she is going to be 15 next month! 
#seniordogs #ducktoller
#noexcuses 
There is always time to train your dog. 🐕 

We came across this bench on our walk. It looked like an opportunity to me. 

One send away. One successful rep. It adds up! 🙌 

 #desmoinesdogtraining #yourdogshero #happydog #adventuredog #dogtrainerdesmoines #offleashdogs #ecollartraining
This course is a game changer for many of the professional trainers for one reason:
 
You learn as much about how to train and motivate people as you do about how to work with and motivate dogs.

The humans are the ones that write the check. 💰
If you can’t teach them how to successfully replicate what you can do with the dog, you will struggle to have longevity and financial security in this industry.

Learn more by attending one of the Ecademy courses happening this summer. 

May 22 - 26 Montville, Maine
June 12 - 16 Estes Park, Colorado 

DM for more info or Ecademy 🔗 in bio.

#professionaldogtrainer #dogtrainingprofessional #dogpro #dogtrainer
Yes, he is like this pretty much all of the time. 💨🧨🤣 
#terriers #dogtraining #dogtra #ecollartraining

Work With Robin In Des Moines

In-Person Dog Training

Dog Training

Robin offers private lessons and board and train programs to a few select dogs and their owners each year. Her programs are best suited to pet owners that want a bigger life with their dog. If you are an active person or outdoor enthusiast that wants a canine companion by your side in the adventure of life, reach out to Robin for program availability.

Train the Trainer

Robin’s Train the Trainer program is the perfect balance of achieving greater success with dogs, clients, and your business. Dog trainers looking to advance their skill set in order to help more people and their pets, should sign up for the next Ecademy Train the Trainer session. Robin’s coaching has helped trainers from around the world take their businesses to the next level!

Dog Camp

Three days to an improved relationship with your dog! Dog Camp is the ultimate immersive experience for pet owners. Together with Robin you will train, play, practice social skills, and create lasting structure to have the outstanding companion you deserve!