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Holistic Professional Dog Training with Nicolas Florino in the Columbia Gorge: Hood River OR, White Salmon WA, and surrounding areas.
Nicolas offers holistic professional dog training focusing on a whole-dog approach to obedience and behavior training that also looks at your if your dogs breed needs are being met, emotional well-being, and environmental factors.
This promotes long lasting overall wellbeing for your furry loved one. He uses positive reinforcement, a loving leader attitude, clear communication, and compassionate relationship building to help your dogs feel safe and happy for a lifetime.
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Introduction & Welcome
I have been a dog owner my whole life and have been training different dog breeds for over 10 years. Over the years I have fostered many dogs and I have learned how to build relationships with different breeds that require specific care for the unique conditions each dog holds. I also have extensive experience as a dog walker and working at a board and train facility in my hometown, Chicago Illinois.
I use an intuitive approach (deep listening) to discover what is needed to assist you and your dog with obedience/behavior training.
Each dog and situation is unique and requires tailored teaching, guidance, and support.
I see myself as a teacher/guide more than a dog "trainer."
Instead of seeing obedience or behavior teaching as "fixing" a dog, I view it more as an opportunity to see if we can co-create the outcome we desire WHILE still honoring your dogs wants, needs, and genetic drive.
Additionally, I coach owners, the entire family, and their dog to connect heart to heat and soul to soul. The result is a happy dog and a life long bond strengthened by love.
Nicolas has also been a holistic wellness practitioner for over 20 years. He is a certified professional reiki energy healer, yoga and meditation teacher, and sound healer in which I incorporate into my training methods to greatly help dogs who have stress or anxiety.



Positive reinforcement training framework with calm and clear communication for your dog, balanced with "I'm your loving leader" attitude for the owner. Your dog deserves to be shown love and respect always, and when appropriate, your dog needs to know you are their loving leader. This promotes a healthy happy dog and owner relationship and keeps your furry loved one safe and well.

I am committed to always be learning new ways to improve teaching/guiding your dog and create more ease and clarity with coaching you, the owner, to connect more deeply to your dog, heart to heart and soul to soul.

I have an ability to connect with dogs on intuitive levels and create a relationship with the dog that is front of me. My clear, clam communication and deep listning methods are designed to empower the dog and build confidence within the owner. So I'm here to teach your dog and coach the owner with love and respect as the foundation.

Customized 1-on-1 training and coaching or you and your dog.
A positive reinforcement training framework with calm and clear communication for your dog, balanced with in a "I'm the Loving Leader" attitude for the owner.

Evaluating food quality, meal routines, and treats, as poor nutrition and excessive additives can negatively affect a dog's energy levels and behavior.

Focusing on stress reduction, mental stimulation, and positive communication rather than punishment-based corrections.

Assessing daily life factors like sleep quality, noise levels, proper exorcise, and stress triggers to ensure the dog has a predictable space to feel safe and happy.

Phone call to discuss your training needs and ask questions. We then will set up a custom training plan and you can choose from one or both of the following scenarios.
**CALL NOW**
773-680-6669

1 on 1 training with you, your family, and your dog. I will travel either to your home, or to a local meeting spot such as the park. A session typically lasts an hour.
Together, we will create a custom training schedule for you and your dog based on your needs and goals.
$120 / hour

Me and your dog for 3 hours.
This is an easy and quick way to work out an issue or fast track your training.
At least one private session must be completed first to build relationship with you and your dog.
$200 / day




**A Wonderful Experience**
I highly recommend Holistic Dog Training! I have a reactive dog who also tends to pull on the leash, and after just **one session**, I could already see a noticeable improvement. Nicholas gave me practical tools and techniques that I can continue using at home, which has made me feel much more confident about helping my dog.
Nicholas was amazing—patient, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely understanding. He took the time to work with both of us and made the whole experience positive and encouraging.
I can’t wait for our second session to see how much more we can learn and improve! 🐾 I’m already so happy with the progress we’ve made!
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for all the help you have provided to our family. Your deep insights into the behavioral issues with our dog, Middie, revealed things that had remained completely hidden to me.
Throughout our sessions, you were always gentle, calm, and deeply present to each scenario our dog presented. You have given me the essential tools I need to better care for Middie and to understand how her behavior affects others as well. I am truly confident in your dog whispering abilities.
Thank you again, Nicolas. I am eternally grateful for your support, and I will highly recommend you to anyone who is struggling to decode their dog's hidden language.
Nick is a welcome breath of fresh air for dog training in the Gorge. He approaches each session with a holistic perspective, seeing dogs as autonomous beings rather than simply trying to correct behaviors. At the same time, he provides compassionate, practical guidance for addressing the reactive behaviors my dog has been exhibiting.
I appreciated that Nick shared a wealth of knowledge without making it feel overwhelming. He took the time to slow down, answer my questions, and make sure I understood not only what to do, but why it works. I left our session feeling encouraged, equipped with actionable tools, and excited to continue working with him. I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for a thoughtful, compassionate, and effective dog trainer.
Nicolas's attention and love to my dog was outstanding! He greatly helped with the issues I was experiencing with Sully.
Nicolas presence was calm, playful, and gave us his fully attention. Sully and I now have a stronger bond and are enjoying being out in public!
Thanks Nic!

Holistic Professional Dog Training in the Columbia Gorge: Hood River OR, White Salmon WA, and surrounding areas.
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Call: 773-680-6669

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