Practical training for everyday life.
Phone: 617-803-4086

  • Szap, my heart dog, was the original (and most!) cooperative dog.

  • Help your reactive dog realize his or her full potential by gaining valuable skills in real life contexts.

  • Offering solutions for life
    with dogs and kids.

  • Let the games begin! Make training fun for both you and your dog!

  • Group classes to help bring out the best in your dog.

  • He was my 'helper dog' and a big part of why my client dogs got through their reactivity toward other dogs.

  • Helping your newest family member start off on the right foot.

  • Get your pup running in the right direction!

  • Hawk, my deaf border collie x akita girl, is on her way to becoming a very cooperative dog!

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Welcome to The Cooperative Dog

The Cooperative Dog, founded in 1996 and based in Brookline, is a full-time, full-service  dog training and behavior consulting business committed to using science-based, positive reinforcement training methods; employing a non-confrontational approach along with humane tools; building relationships with dogs based on mutual trust and understanding; and always helping you and your dog(s) to be successful by providing practical training for everyday life. Regardless of whether you have a puppy, a new-to-you rescue dog, an adult dog in need of training or one with serious behavior problems, I can help you with your dog.

My Services Include–

  • Private & In-Home Training ~ see if your  town or city is in my service area here
  • Group Dog Training Classes ~ pre-puppy counselling & selection, puppy head start, puppy socialization through advanced, off-leash training available
  • Dog Behavior Consulting ~ help for your  fearful, reactive or aggressive dog
  • Time Saving Dog Training Workshops ~ coming when called, escape proof your dog, no more pulling on leash
  • Educational Dog Behavior Seminars ~ learn why your dog does what he does
  • Dog Daycare Behavior Consulting ~ available in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island & Connecticut
  • Dog Trainer Mentoring ~ coaching, advising, evaluating & more

 

Specializing in–

  • Family Dog Training
  • Real World Reactive Dog Classes
  • Deaf Dog Training
  • Blind Dog Training

 

I look forward to helping you with your dog. You can reach me by email, vera@cooperativedog.com or call me at 617-803-4086.

 

 

 

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Boston magazine

2011 Best of Boston 'Best Dog Trainer' Award

'After suffering through trainers who merely barked advice (our ears are still ringing), we were overjoyed to discover owner Vera Wilkinson's quiet expertise. Certified both as a dog behavior consultant and a professional dog trainer-- and armed with more than a decade of experience--Wilkinson begins by watching you interact with Fido at home. Only then does she offer suggestions. She takes her time and you and your dog will end up the better for it.'