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About The Bark Lab
Philosophy
My #1 rule is that this is a shame free zone!
My dog training is rooted in positive reinforcement and science-backed methods, shaped by my Master's Degree in Biology, KPA-CTP certification, and years of experience teaching both adults and K-12 kids.
I meet you where you are without judgment, just practical support to help you and your dog make real progress that fits into your everyday life.
I am based in San Anselmo and serve in-person clients throughout Marin County, North San Francisco, and South Sonoma County. I offer virtual dog training world wide.
~Veronica van der Wateren, MS, KPA-CTP
Testimonials
Client Reviews
Our clients appreciate the transformation they see in their dogs through the training provided by The Bark Lab. Read what they have to say about our exceptional service.
Emily, San Francisco
We worked with Veronica to help our rescue pup with his dog-reactivity and anxiety. We really appreciated how much time we practiced the activities and exercises together. She really paid attention to our dog’s cues and put together a plan based what was realistic in our 5 weeks together, and what we can continue to work on.
Highly recommend working with her!
Sejal, Ross
We found Veronica shortly after adopting our new puppy. She was immediately responsive when I reached out and even more lovely in person. You can tell she is knowledgeable and cares so much about her work. She took her time with our nervous pup and within a few sessions trained him to be a confident and obedient little guy. She also gave our family concrete and practical suggestions on how to continue training in her absence. We cannot recommend her highly enough. Thank you Veronica!
Molly, Napa
Veronica was wonderful with my exceptionally reactive dog. My dog struggles with reactivity toward other dogs, and Veronica equipped me with practical tools to work toward our goals. She was calm, informative, and communicated clearly and confidently with both me and my dog. After just one session, I felt so much more confident about the next steps and how to help my dog respond more calmly to stressful stimuli. I highly recommend her.