Personalized training solutions to help you and your dog thrive together.
Science-based, fear-free training for dogs struggling with behavior challenges in Indianapolis, IN
Does this sound familiar?
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Does your dog bark and lunge at every dog you pass on walks?
Walks have become stressful instead of enjoyable and you find yourself dreading them.
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Does your dog jump all over visitors the moment they walk through the door?
You’re embarrassed when guests come over, and you’ve started warning people before they enter your home.
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Are you exhausted from trying every tip you find online with no real results?
You love your dog, but their behavior is limiting your life - and you’re running out of ideas.
How I Help
I'm Bailey, a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) specializing in fear-free, positive reinforcement training for dogs with anxiety, reactivity, and behavior challenges.
My approach is different because I:
Start With Deep Understanding
I take time to thoroughly assess your dog's unique history and personality. What works for one dog may not work for another — cookie-cutter training plans don't address complex behavior challenges. I need to understand your dog specifically before we can create real change.Design Practical, Sustainable Solutions
With an engineering background, I approach behavior challenges systematically — analyzing the root cause, designing solutions that fit your real life (not some ideal scenario), and adjusting as we go to ensure lasting results. Your plan needs to work on your busiest days, not just your best ones.Build From the Inside Out
Training isn't just about obedience. It's about helping your dog feel safer, more confident, and genuinely happy. When we change how your dog feels about other dogs, strangers, or stressful situations, we create the foundation for meaningful, lasting behavior change.Partner With You Throughout
You know your dog best. I work with you as a collaborative partner. Together we'll identify what's realistic for your household, what you're comfortable with, and what success looks like for your family — then build a plan that honors all of that.
Our Services
At Tinker Tails we offer customized training plans designed to reduce stress, build confidence, and bring more joy to life with your dog. Whether you're looking to support your pet through anxiety, develop better walking experiences, work through reactivity, or strengthen other behaviors, we'll collaborate with you to develop a plan that fits your lifestyle. Our positive reinforcement-based and fear-free training approach ensures we are meeting your goals while also prioritizing the wellbeing of you and your pet. We’re currently serving people looking for in-home training in Indianapolis, IN.
What People Are Saying
“Bailey is an avid student of both human and non-human behavior, has excellent organizational skills, and has a deep commitment to ethical and effective practices. She has worked hard to ensure she has the education and experience to effectively and efficiently help humans and their pets thrive together. What this means for you if you work with her is that you will get a reliable, compassionate consultant who collaborates with you to help you identify your goals and supports you throughout the entire journey towards reaching those goals. You and your pet deserve the level of care that Bailey provides!”
— Emily Strong, Pet Harmony
“Bailey is an exceptional trainer whose knowledge and compassion shine through in every interaction. With years of shelter experience, she has a calm confidence that puts even the most challenging dogs at ease. Committed to ethical, science-based methods, she brings wisdom and quiet reassurance to both dogs and their people. Her dedication to continual learning and staying true to her values makes her a trusted guide for building stronger, happier relationships.”
— Becky S, Becky’s Canine Enrichment Club
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