Happy Dogs, Happy Families!
Happy Stretch Dog Training & Behavior Consultations: Private Training for South Seattle Dogs and Their Families.
Meet Sugako
Sugako Sasaki is a professional dog trainer and canine behavior specialist in Kent, WA, serving clients throughout the Seattle area and South King County. Originally from Japan, she is bilingual in Japanese and English and works with a diverse range of families and handlers.
Sugako holds an AS in Canine Behavior Analysis and Counseling and a BS in Animal Assisted Therapy. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a certified service dog trainer and Service Dog Coach through Atlas Assistance Dogs. Since 2021, she has served as a lead team facilitator with Atlas Assistance Dogs, helping train service dogs across Washington State.
Her approach is shaped by both her work in service dog training and her background as a Senior Registered Behavior Technician, supporting autistic children and their families. Sugako focuses on clear communication, emotional safety, and practical, evidence-based training.
Services
Sugako provides in-home and customized dog training services in Kent, WA, and the Seattle area, specializing in:
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Service dog and facility dog training
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Leash reactivity (dog–dog and dog–human)
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Cooperative care training for grooming and veterinary visits
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Foundational skills training for puppies and adolescent dogs
佐々木清己:オーナー/ドックトレーナー
ワシントン州ケントを拠点に、シアトル周辺およびサウス・キング郡で活動するプロのドッグトレーナー/犬の行動専門家です。日本出身で、日本語と英語のバイリンガルとして幅広いご家族やハンドラーをサポートしています。
犬の行動分析とカウンセリングのAS、動物介在療法のBSを取得し、CPDT-KAおよびAtlas Assistance Dogs認定サービスドッグトレーナー/サービスドッグコーチです。2021年よりAtlas Assistance Dogsのリード・チーム・ファシリテーターとして、州内のサービスドッグ育成に携わっています。
サービスドッグトレーニングと、自閉症児支援のRBTとしての経験を活かし、分かりやすいコミュニケーション、安全性、科学的根拠に基づく実践的トレーニングを大切にしています。
サービス内容
- 介助犬・ファシリティドッグ訓練
- リーシュリアクティビティ
- グルーミング・ホームケア(例:耳掃除)や動物病院での診察に備えるトレーニング
- 子犬〜思春期の基礎トレーニング
Sugako's Certifications
- Atlas Certified Service Dog Trainer
- Cooperative Paws Service Dog Coach
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA)
- IAABC’s Accredited Dog Trainer (ADT-IAABC)
- Certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM)
- Certified Fear-Free Animal Trainer (FFCP)
- AKC Canine Good Citizen and Trick Evaluator
- AS in Canine Behavior Analysis and Counseling
- BS in Animal Assisted Therapy
Our Training Philosophy
At Happy Stretch Dog Training, our mission is to create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of South Seattle dogs and their owners through compassionate, science-based, and force-free training methods. We strive to foster lasting bonds between dogs and their human companions, strengthening their relationship through effective communication and understanding. Our goal is to provide a safe and happy learning environment that empowers dogs to reach their full potential while equipping owners with the knowledge and tools to navigate behavioral challenges with confidence and compassion.
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