BODY
Effective & humane, reward based dog training using positive reinforcement and applying the LIMA principle. (least intrusive, minimally aversive )
MIND
Working together to relive common dog behavior problems.
SOUL
Respecting your dog as a sentient being and part of your family.
Body
Effective & humane, reward based training using positive reinforcement.
Mind
Fast relief from common behavior problems, aggression or trauma.
Soul
We use a holistic approach to resolve the conflicts you are having with your pet.
We believe in positive and fear free dog training and offer our services to Richfield, Minneapolis, and St. Paul! We respect all aspects of the dog with regard to behavior and/or training issues – body, mind, and soul.
Hippie Dog uses a holistic approach to come up with creative solutions to the conflicts you and the dog are having.
Serving Areas within Minnesota, Twin Cities Metro, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Richfield, Bloomington & Beyond. Dog trainer, dog behavior & dog training classes.
The Conflicts
Out of Control Dog & No Manners?
Fear, aggression or anxiety?
Past Trauma or Abuse?
New Dog or Puppy?
Dog & Cat Conflicts?
The Conflicts
The Solutions
Hippie Dog can help with…
Fear, aggression, anxiety, over-excitement, guarding issues, body handling, dog to dog & dog to cat introductions, prey instinct concerns, scent work, dog training (Come when called, how to stay close off leash, not jumping, walk nice on the leash, leave that alone, digging, chewing…) New puppy skills (potty training, puppy mouthing, puppy manners, socialization…) And adoption help for finding your next dog or puppy.
The Solutions
The Mission
A happy well-behaved dog, who is a joy to be around life long. We solve behavior & training problems – and help prevent them!
Together we will bridge the gap between you & your dog, respecting your dog’s thoughts, feelings and fears to work: Body, Mind & Soul into solutions you are both happy with.
The Mission
A Hippie Dog is a Happy Dog!
Who we are:
- Professional, certified & insured dog behavior experts
- Nationally recognized, We have one of two Internationally Certified Dog Behavior Consultants (IAABC) in the state.
- We also have the most Knowledge & Skills assessed certified (CCPDT-KSA) trainers in Minnesota.
- A mentor to new dog trainers (the trainer of dog trainers)
- We have Family Dog Mediation Certified trainers.
- Effective & humane reward based training with an emphasis on positive enforcement and fear free practices!
At Hippie Dog, we help you train your dog to behave well in the real world — not just the classroom.
We are a Richfield & Minneapolis/Twin Cities, MN, fear free and positive enforcement Dog Behavior & Dog Training business offering private dog behavior consultations & dog training lessons. A variety of group dog training classes, dog adoption help, animal shelter & dog rescue assessments, behavior help for dogs, cats, staff & volunteers. As well as, dog related business: staff training & our own Hippie Dog trainer mentorship program.
We turn dogs and puppies into polite, friendly companions that are a delight to live with using a holistic approach, meaning we think of all aspects of the dog – body, mind, and soul. We use only positive, dog friendly, reward based training! Let Hippie Dog be your dog trainer..
Inga From - The face of Hippie Dog:
Inga From, CDBC, CPDT-KSA, distinguishes herself as one of only two Certified Dog Behavior Consultants in Minnesota, acknowledged by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She also holds accreditation as a Professional Dog Trainer from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
Inga specializes in addressing trauma-induced behaviors in dogs, with a particular focus on shelter and rescue canines. Boasting an extensive background exceeding twenty years in animal behavior, including more than a decade devoted to shelter environments, Inga has elevated her passion for canine behavior into a distinguished profession. Notably, she played a pivotal role for over five years at a local humane society, serving as the foremost authority on behavior and training within the shelter. In recognition of her exceptional contributions, Inga received the prestigious Premier Shelter Staff Award from the national Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
Founding Hippie Dog, a holistic animal behavior business, in 2014, Inga's pursuit of knowledge led her to India, where she studied street dogs and received mentorship from John Rogerson, a renowned dog trainer and behaviorist from the UK. Inga's training methodology is deeply rooted in positive reinforcement and motivational techniques, aligning with the principles of LIMA (Least Invasive Minimally Aversive).
By adopting a dog-centric perspective and empathetically considering the dog's point of view, Inga challenges conventional training methods. Formerly chairing the Board of Directors for the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), Inga has established herself as a trailblazer in the field. In addition to her roles as an animal behavior consultant and trainer, Inga practices as an animal intuitive, providing energy healing and intuitive guidance to dogs and horses with passion.
Inga From - The face of Hippie Dog:
Inga From, CDBC, CPDT-KSA is one of only two Certified Dog Behavior Consultants in the state of Minnesota! (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants), a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers), and a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Inga specializes in shelter/rescue dogs. Dog behavior is more than just a hobby to Inga, it is a full-time job. She has worked in shelter settings for over 10 years. Five of those years were spent at a local humane society, where she served as the expert for the shelter in behavior and training.
Inga was a national recipient of the Association of Pet Dog Trainer’s Premier Shelter Staff Award. Inga is the owner of Hippie Dog, a holistic animal behavior solution business that offers a variety of services. Inga traveled to India to study under John Rogerson - a world renowned dog trainer and behaviorist from the UK. Inga uses positive/motivational training techniques based on the LIMA (Least Invasive Minimally Aversive) principles.
Inga is currently on the Board of Directors for the (APDT) Association of Professional Dog Trainers.
Along with being a professional animal behavior consultant & trainer, Inga is a Reiki Master and Shamanic healer. She enjoys giving energy healing and intuitive insight to both people and their pets.
Jeanne Raymond2023-06-28Great to have a small class and to be practicing out in the real world.Sheila Lund2022-09-17Inga from hippy dog is great. I did some classes with her a few years ago. She helped me with my rescue Buddy. He has come so far because of her help. I recommed her she is the best.Ethan Wise2022-08-13Hippie Dog and Inga are an excellent choice. I am so grateful that Inga is very experienced, knowledgeable and passionate about helping dogs and their human companions. Inga only uses positive training methods, the dogs are happy, the dog owner is happy, the training is well organized and in my experience everything flows smoothly. This is easier than I expected. I see why this is called hippy dog, but I like to call it happy dog 🙂 because this training doesn't involve any stress for you or your dog! Happy dog, happy you! Hippie dog has different classes, I recommend all of them! This will also help you create a positive bond with your best friend while remaining the alpha.troy cross2022-07-02really great knowledgeable staff of trainers i really value they're approach to training and they make it so easy to follow lessons shouts out to inga keep doing the good work guysGrant Trapp2022-06-27Inga is one of the best positive dog trainers I have ever worked with. I have been in the industry over 20 years and her training is top notch!Rhonda Von Mosch2022-06-27Highly recommended! Inga and her Hippie Dog staff have creative, effective solutions to real pet training challenges. From basic dog skills to complex behavior problems, Inga has the ability to evaluate your pet and develop a plan to help you train your pet.Rut Kessel2022-06-27I have worked with Inga in the past, and she is an exceptional dog trainer!! She truly listens both to the humans as well as the dogs - which is super important to me! Don't hesitate - book with her now!daniel woods2022-06-27Inga is very helpful, and knowledgeable. Training dogs is her art and she is very passionate about what she does. I've trained with her, and watched as she spends time with animals and their owners helping build a better bond and relationship between dogs and humans. I highly recommend anyone looking for quality training that is all possitive reinforcement based! You will get the results, but you have to be willing to put in the work.Addie Sievers2022-06-27I've worked with Hippie Dog for years and can't recommend it enough. The first time was 1:1 with Inga after years of the same issues with my previous dog. She gave me such helpful and straightforward advice, she changed our relationship (and my dog's bad habits) for the rest of his and our life together. When it came time to get my new pup I wanted a rescue so I worked directly with Inga to find the right fit for me. She came with me to view potential dogs and steered me from making some possible poor choices. Super helpful! I LOVE my new dog. After I got the new pup, he and I did Hippie Dog's group training sessions and I was really happy with the staff and their great dog advice. The techniques are effective and I got the specific attention my dog and I needed even though it was a group class. If you want positive, reward vs. fear based training and a great relationship with your dog, I recommend Hippie Dog!
