Meet the friendly face behind RockAwag Dog Training
Ariella is a CPDT-KA positive reinforcement dog trainer, Family Dog Mediator, and Fear Free Certified® professional dedicated to strengthening the bond between humans and their dogs. She’s passionate about helping pet parents understand their dogs on a deeper level, using methods that prioritize trust, respect, and communication.
Unlike traditional obedience-focused methods, she provides a holistic framework to address behavior challenges by fulfilling each dog’s natural instincts and unique needs. Solutions are tailored to develop a thriving, fulfilled canine companion.
As a Fear Free Certified trainer, Ariella specializes in reducing fear, anxiety, and stress in dogs by creating a supportive and low-stress training environment. This approach promotes learning, builds trust, and ensures a happier, more balanced pet.
With expertise spanning puppy training, impulse control, and preparing families for new dogs, Ariella brings over a decade of experience to her practice. A graduate of the CATCH Canine Academy, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and AKC FIT Dog Instructor, she regularly helps New York families raise confident, well-mannered dogs without ever making training feel overwhelming.
When she’s not working with her clients, you can find Ariella hiking, relaxing by the beach, or drawing inspiration from the incredible bond between dogs and their humans.
Our Approach
Being an unregulated industry, it’s never been more important to understand the methodology of a pet professional you’re considering using.
At RockAwag Dog Training, our approach to dog training is rooted in science and compassion, with an emphasis on giving dog owners the necessary information to make informed decisions about their dog’s care and behavior. As a Fear Free Certified® Professional, I prioritize positive reinforcement, creating a stress free environment for your dog. This approach fosters better learning, built trust, and enhances the overall training experience.
More than having the validation of modern science, positive reinforcement-based dog training allows your dog to learn skills and enjoy performing without the threat of force or punishment, leading to a confident, happy dog who looks to their person for guidance.