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Welcome to pranaDOGS!

Dogs Rock! to us here at pranaDOGS so we work to ensure you feel the same way. Whether you’re hoping to teach your new dog basic manners or trying to stop your dog from attaching the UPS driver, we can help! We train people with their dogs through: Group Classes […]

dog training

I can! or I can’t!

From time to time, I find myself surrounded by I can’t! people. I can’t get ahead. I can’t do anything about it. I can’t train my dog. Often this is disguised in an exasperated, “I’ve tried everything!” This is such a dangerous mindset because the very thought seems to make […]


The Ripple Effect

Providing a rare and candid look into American Animal Shelters, The Ripple Effect is a novel exploring the challenges and triumphs of humane society work. At a small Humane Society in Southwest Colorado, Shelter Director Shane Hillard’s world is turned upside down when a self-righteous volunteer is appointed to run […]

The Ripple Effect

Welcome to pranaDOGS

pranaDOGS is a la plata county based Canine Coaching company specializing in helping dogs and their people communicate better. Founded by Trainer/Owner Marcy Eckhardt CPDT-KA, pranaDOGS provides one on one training, group classes and workshops, educational materials and solutions to common behavior problems. Specializing in building dog’s confidence, lowering reactivity […]


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Problem Solving

Problem behavior can cause stress and unrest in the household. Let us help! We’ll meet with you and your pup, determine a Training Plan and get you started on solving those difficult behaviors in no time

Solving Dog Issues

Louie

pranaDOGS is at La Plata County Humane Society 4-5 days a week to work with the dogs while they’re between homes. Louie, one of my favorites, is pictured here. Louie has a bit of an attitude…he really does best with only one person at a time….but he’s a wonderful, loving […]

Little Louie

Trail Update – Horse Gulch

Got a chance to walk Horse Gulch yesterday….obviously the key these days is to hike on trail systems in the early morning/evening to avoid the mud, and I definitely recommend that for Horse Gulch. Though I started late, 9am I was able to do the Meadow Loop much of the […]